Spain : MIT-Zaragoza African Supply Chain Professional Scholarship

The MIT-Zaragoza Program and Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC) are awarding tuition scholarship foroutstanding African candidates to undertake the Master of Engineering in Logistics and Supply ChainManagement (ZLOG) program.

While the ZLOG Program attracts people from around the world to learn and interact at the ZLC and MIT, the Foundation through this scholarship hopes to attract outstanding future leaders from Africa who want to pursue a career in logistics. ZLC thereby provides a unique opportunity for African citizens to develop the skills related to the logistics sector.

Eligibility
Candidates will be expected to show extraordinary potential for leadership and professional success, bringing new vision and commitment to the area of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Furthermore, candidates must comply with the following criteria:
• Granted admission to the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program.
• Fluency in English, competitive TOEFL score. Exceptions may be granted to individuals who have demonstrated evidence of advanced verbal and written proficiency in the English language. Furthermore, the ability to speak French is a plus.
• Completion of a four year undergraduate program equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Competitive GMAT score. Exceptions may be granted to individuals who have demonstrated strong academic achievement in completing a college degree - including some quantitative training.
• Professional excellence with a background or experience in supply chain anagement/logistics, or exceptional academic achievement Coverage

The scholarship covers full tuition for the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program, which amounts to €21,500 for the academic year 2013-2014.

Application deadline March 31st 2013!

Application Deadline : 31 March 2013

Spain : PhD position in Theoretical Atomic and Molecular Physics

The Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) offers a 36-months salaried PhD position (extensible under certain conditions) linked to the ERC Advanced Grant project X-CHEM (XUV/X-ray lasers for ultrafast electronic control in molecules), starting no later than September, 2013.

The successful applicant shall develop a research project on “Theoretical Modelling of Laser-Induced Ultrafast Phenomena”, oriented to obtain a PhD diploma, focused on the development of novel computational tools for the solution of the time-dependent Schrödinger equation for molecules under the action of ultra-short pulses from new light sources.

More information can be found at www.xchem.uam.es

Eligibility criteria

Prospect candidates must have a Bachelor degree in physics or chemistry (3 years) and a post graduate specialization degree (e.g. MSc) in physics or theoretical chemistry; good knowledge of at least one programming language (Fortran 90, C, C++, Python, etc.); Excellent knowledge of quantum mechanics, basic electrodynamics, basic atomic and molecular physics; Fluent English; enthusiasm for learning and commitment to teamwork.

Application procedure

Interested candidates are kindly requested to check all details about the application procedure at: http://www.xchem.uam.es/xchem/?cat=55. Applications not complying with the call guidelines may be discarded.

Deadline for the submission of applications is: April 30^th, 2013

Spain : “la Caixa”-Severo Ochoa International PhD Programme at CNIO

“La Caixa” Foundation and the Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness offers fully funded international PhD programme in state-of-the-art basic and applied cancer research at the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO). The international students can apply for this scholarship. Students must have a university degree (BSc, MSc, Diploma, DEA, Licenciatura, Laurea or equivalent) in biomedical sciences. Applicants must be proficient in English and the upper age limit for eligibility is 30 years. Selection criteria are academic qualifications and scientific potential. Send complete application online by March 15, 2013.

Study Subject(s): The research is provided to pursue basic and applied cancer research.
Course Level : This scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree level.
Scholarship Provider : “la Caixa” Foundation and the Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness
Scholarship can be taken at : Spain

Eligibility: -This call is open to applicants from all nationalities.
-Students holding a university degree (BSc, M Sc, Diploma, DEA, Licenciatura, Laurea or equivalent) in biomedical sciences, or who expect to be awarded with such qualification during the first half of 2013, are eligible to apply to the Programme.
-This university degree should qualify for the start of a PhD thesis in the student’s home country.
-Non -European university degrees should be equivalent to a European diploma or degree.
-Studies should have been completed no more than two years ago.
-Applicants must have an excellent academic record and previous research experience during their undergraduate period.
-Candidates must have a solid working knowledge of English.
-Co-authorship of publications in MedLine -listed journals will be positively considered.
-Participation in international mobility programmes (including the CNIO Summer Training Programme) will be positively evaluated.
-Individuals may not have worked at the CNIO, at any time, for more than six months before being hired as part of the “la Caixa”/CNIO International PhD Programme.
-The earliest date of incorporation into the Programme is September 1stof each year.
-The upper age limit for eligibility is 30 years.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The International students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The “la Caixa”-Severo Ochoa International PhD Programme at the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) offers cross-disciplinary training in state-of-the-art basic and applied cancer research within an international and very dynamic scientific environment. Five four-year fellowships will be available during 2013. Highly motivated individuals are encouraged to apply for the following of CNIO’s research programmes: Molecular Oncology, Structural Biology and Biocomputing, BBVA Foundation–CNIO Cancer Cell Biology, Molecular Pathology, Human Cancer Genetics, Experimental Therapeutics and Clinical Research.

Number of awards offered: “la Caixa” will provide support for five highly qualified graduate students to carry out their experimental work towards obtaining a PhD degree.

Duration of award(s): The programme has 4 year duration.

What does it cover? During the first two years, students will receive a total annual stipend of 18,069 Euros plus a onetime annual payment of 1,500 Euros. During the third and fourth year, the graduate students will receive an employment contract with a gross annual salary of 26.700 Euros plus a onetime annual payment of 1,700 Euros.

Selection Criteria: Admission to the programme is on a competitive basis. All applications are evaluated solely on the basis of academic qualifications and scientific potential.

Notification: The Selection Committee will consider all the applications and select a number of candidates to visit the CNIO in Madrid where they will be interviewed by potential supervisors and discuss their research interests. Interviews are tentatively scheduled to take place in early June, 2013.

How to Apply: Application must be submitted exclusively through the web site. A link to the online application form can be found at http://www.cnio.es/PhD. The application for m must be completed in English. In the online application process you will be asked to enter your personal data, information regarding your education, your scientific interests and names/contact details of two referees. Moreover, you will be asked to upload all required documents, including your CV and academic certificates. We advise you to prepare all texts (motivation letter, list of publications, etc.) in a text processor and paste them into the application form.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Call closes on March 15, 2013.

Spain : Two PhD researcher positions at University of Alcala

Concerns two full-time (minimum 3-year) PhD research positions in the domain of Semantic Data Infrastructures, at the department of Computer Science, University of Alcala (UAH, http://www.uah.es). The PhD candidates will be involved in the FP7 research projects "agINFRA: A data infrastructure to support agricultural scientific communities" (http://aginfra.eu) and "SemaGrow: Data Intensive Techniques to Boost the Real-Time Performance of Global Agricultural Data Infrastructures" (http://www.semagrow.eu) that study scalable, efficient, and robust data services on top of heterogeneous large-scale data repositories and collections.

The two positions are offered as part of the collaboration between the Information Engineering (IE) research unit (http://www.ieru.org) of the University of Alcala and Agro-Know Technologies (http://wiki.agroknow.gr), as part of their joint effort to contribute to the semantic interoperability and data analysis layers of these projects. Agro-Know is a small but fast growing research enterprise that aims to deploy meaningful and innovative services around high-quality agricultural data pools. The two groups have been working together closely in the past years, offering the opportunity to PhD students to work on research solutions that are applicable to real-life problems.

RESEARCH CONTEXT
In the agINFRA and SemaGrow projects, more than 15 organisations from Europe and the world (including prestigious institutions such as the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) are working together to offer better access to information for agricultural researchers and practitioners, using many ICT techniques such as intelligent information management, semantic enrichment and integration, as well as social data analysis. The successful candidates will work on tasks related to semantic infrastructures and data science, in order to solve research problems related to deploying data-driven services for agriculture.

It is expected that the PhD candidates will carry out applied research work that will start from the establishment of a theoretical framework, continue with the implementation of a software prototype and the experimentation with real data, and conclude with the validation of a proposed solution through a real-life user study.

PROFILES
Highly motivated applicants are sought to cover the two positions described below. In general, successful candidates are generally expected to have:
- Good analytical and software development skills,
- Good command of spoken and written English,
- Good communication skills and willingness to collaborate with other researchers and developers having diverse background
- Some experience with writing research papers and technical reports

In addition, for each position some specific qualifications are desired.

(a) PhD position on topics related to Semantic Infrastructures

The candidate should have a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or relevant disciplines, a Master Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, as well as the following qualifications:
- 1-3 years of research and development experience in industry or academia (e.g. MSc, PhD, R&D Engineer)
- Very good knowledge and experience in object-oriented and Web programming technologies (such as Java, Javascript, SQL, XML, UML, J2EE, PHP, Ajax)
- Good knowledge and experience in database systems (such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle)
- Experience and interest in semantic web technologies such as RDF and OWL is desired (but not mandatory)

(b) PhD position on topics related to Data Science

The candidate should have a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or other relevant disciplines, a Master Degree on similar topics, as well as the following qualifications:
- 1-3 years of research and development experience in industry or academia (e.g. MSc, PhD, R&D Engineer)
- Good knowledge of data analysis methods and algorithms
- Experience of working with statistical analysis over large data sets
- Good knowledge (and more than two years) of Java programming
- Experience and interest  in big data technologies such as Hadoop, MapReduce, and NoSQL is desired (but not mandatory)

CONDITIONS
The PhD positions are shared between the two groups and candidates will be hosted either at Alcala (Spain) or Athens (Greece). The research and development work to be carried out will be connected to the agINFRA and SemaGrow projects, depending on the profiles and interests of the candidates. These are full-time positions for 3 years minimum, with a satisfactory payment scheme that will cover the living and tuition fees of the candidates, as well as their research-related expenses (participation in relevant conferences etc.).

Applicants will be requested to prepare a research proposal and complete a research and development assignment during the first 6 months. After the successful completion of this phase, their positions will be extended up to 3 fully-funded years. The PhD candidates will be working mostly at the premises of the group that they will be directly collaborating with, either in Alcala or in Athens. They will be also expected to make at least one research visit of a short duration (typically between 1-3 months) to the other group.

The PhD regulations and procedures that apply are the ones of the University of Alcala and the candidates are expected to prepare and defend a PhD thesis within these 3 years.

APPLICATION
Applications including CV, links to relevant work or publications, a motivation letter, and contact info of 2 references for recommendation, should be sent by email to msicilia@uah.es and info@agroknow.gr.

For more information about the positions, please send inquiries to the same e-mail addresses.

The screening process will start immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Application Deadline : 1 March 2013

Spain : Master in Economics and Finance

CEMFI’s 2-year Master in Economics and Finance prepares students for a wide range of careers in the public and private sectors. It also serves as the first two years of the PhD in Economics.

It combines an orientation towards applied and policy issues with a strong emphasis on analytical and quantitative approaches. It offers summer internships, intensive work on a Master thesis, and excellent placement opportunities. The faculty is world-class. Tuition exemptions and scholarships for living expenses of EUR 10,000 per year are available.

The Master is an official degree granted by Universidad Internacional Menendez Pelayo. 

Application Deadline : 1 February 2013

Spain : Early Stage Researcher position (PhD students) in Development Economics

There is a job position at the Institut d’Anàlisi Econòmica (CSIC) in Barcelona, Spain, within the framework of the TAMNEAC Project (Training and Mobility Network for the Economic Analysis of Conflict) funded by the Marie Curie Initial Training Networks, which comprises 8 partners across Europe and globally.
The project analyses the drivers, forms and social consequences of various types of mass violent conflict, including war, from an economic perspective, as well as the risk management strategies of individuals and households to cope with conflict.
Successful candidates should have a strong background in economics, statistical methods, and an interest in development economics and the economics of conflict. Proven skills in data
analysis and econometrics would be an advantage.
The position is available from spring 2012 for a duration until December 31st, 2014 with a highly
competitive salary according to EU regulations (Marie Curie ITN Early Stage Researcher).
The network provides an excellent opportunity for scientific and personal development, with regular
training events and secondments in Europe and conflict-affected countries around the world.
Additional allowances are payable in line with Marie Curie ITN guidelines.
Geographic mobility and eligibility requirements for Early Stage Researchers apply: candidates must
hold a Masters or comparable degree in Economics and have less than 4 years of research experience.
The candidates must not have been awarded a doctoral degree and should not have spent more than 12 months in Spain in the 3 years prior to selection.
Applicants should submit a detailed cover letter outlining their research agenda, a curriculum vitae, copies of degree certificates and two confidential references to eliseo.palomar@iae.csic.es no later than February 15, 2013.
For further information on the TAMNEAC project please visit www.tamneac.eu.
CSIC is an equal opportunity employer.

Nr of positions available : 1

Research Fields

Economics - Economics of development

Career Stage

Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)

Research Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Benefits

Highly competitive salary according to EU regulations (Marie Curie ITN Early Stage Researcher).

Application Deadline : 15 February 2013

Spain : Early Stage Researcher position (PhD students) in Development Economics

There is a job position at the Institut d’Anàlisi Econòmica (CSIC) in Barcelona, Spain, within the framework of the TAMNEAC Project (Training and Mobility Network for the Economic Analysis of Conflict) funded by the Marie Curie Initial Training Networks, which comprises 8 partners across Europe and globally.
The project analyses the drivers, forms and social consequences of various types of mass violent conflict, including war, from an economic perspective, as well as the risk management strategies of individuals and households to cope with conflict.
Successful candidates should have a strong background in economics, statistical methods, and an interest in development economics and the economics of conflict. Proven skills in data
analysis and econometrics would be an advantage.
The position is available from spring 2012 for a duration until December 31st, 2014 with a highly
competitive salary according to EU regulations (Marie Curie ITN Early Stage Researcher).
The network provides an excellent opportunity for scientific and personal development, with regular
training events and secondments in Europe and conflict-affected countries around the world.
Additional allowances are payable in line with Marie Curie ITN guidelines.
Geographic mobility and eligibility requirements for Early Stage Researchers apply: candidates must
hold a Masters or comparable degree in Economics and have less than 4 years of research experience.
The candidates must not have been awarded a doctoral degree and should not have spent more than 12 months in Spain in the 3 years prior to selection.
Applicants should submit a detailed cover letter outlining their research agenda, a curriculum vitae, copies of degree certificates and two confidential references to eliseo.palomar@iae.csic.es no later than February 15, 2013.
For further information on the TAMNEAC project please visit www.tamneac.eu.
CSIC is an equal opportunity employer.

Nr of positions available : 1

Research Fields

Economics - Economics of development

Career Stage

Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)

Research Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Benefits

Highly competitive salary according to EU regulations (Marie Curie ITN Early Stage Researcher).

Comment/web site for additional job details

For more inforamtion, please visit, www.tamneac.eu.

Application Deadline : 15 February 2013

Spain : Early Stage Researcher position (PhD students) in Development Economics

There is a job position at the Institut d’Anàlisi Econòmica (CSIC) in Barcelona, Spain, within the framework of the TAMNEAC Project (Training and Mobility Network for the Economic Analysis of Conflict) funded by the Marie Curie Initial Training Networks, which comprises 8 partners across Europe and globally.
The project analyses the drivers, forms and social consequences of various types of mass violent conflict, including war, from an economic perspective, as well as the risk management strategies of individuals and households to cope with conflict.
Successful candidates should have a strong background in economics, statistical methods, and an interest in development economics and the economics of conflict. Proven skills in data
analysis and econometrics would be an advantage.
The position is available from spring 2012 for a duration until December 31st, 2014 with a highly
competitive salary according to EU regulations (Marie Curie ITN Early Stage Researcher).
The network provides an excellent opportunity for scientific and personal development, with regular
training events and secondments in Europe and conflict-affected countries around the world.
Additional allowances are payable in line with Marie Curie ITN guidelines.
Geographic mobility and eligibility requirements for Early Stage Researchers apply: candidates must
hold a Masters or comparable degree in Economics and have less than 4 years of research experience.
The candidates must not have been awarded a doctoral degree and should not have spent more than 12 months in Spain in the 3 years prior to selection.
Applicants should submit a detailed cover letter outlining their research agenda, a curriculum vitae, copies of degree certificates and two confidential references to eliseo.palomar@iae.csic.es no later than February 15, 2013.
For further information on the TAMNEAC project please visit www.tamneac.eu.
CSIC is an equal opportunity employer.

Nr of positions available : 1

Research Fields

Economics - Economics of development

Career Stage

Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)

Research Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Benefits

Highly competitive salary according to EU regulations (Marie Curie ITN Early Stage Researcher).

Spain : Early Stage Researcher position (PhD students) in Development Economics

There is a job position at the Institut d’Anàlisi Econòmica (CSIC) in Barcelona, Spain, within the framework of the TAMNEAC Project (Training and Mobility Network for the Economic Analysis of Conflict) funded by the Marie Curie Initial Training Networks, which comprises 8 partners across Europe and globally.
The project analyses the drivers, forms and social consequences of various types of mass violent conflict, including war, from an economic perspective, as well as the risk management strategies of individuals and households to cope with conflict.
Successful candidates should have a strong background in economics, statistical methods, and an interest in development economics and the economics of conflict. Proven skills in data
analysis and econometrics would be an advantage.
The position is available from spring 2012 for a duration until December 31st, 2014 with a highly
competitive salary according to EU regulations (Marie Curie ITN Early Stage Researcher).
The network provides an excellent opportunity for scientific and personal development, with regular
training events and secondments in Europe and conflict-affected countries around the world.
Additional allowances are payable in line with Marie Curie ITN guidelines.
Geographic mobility and eligibility requirements for Early Stage Researchers apply: candidates must
hold a Masters or comparable degree in Economics and have less than 4 years of research experience.
The candidates must not have been awarded a doctoral degree and should not have spent more than 12 months in Spain in the 3 years prior to selection.
Applicants should submit a detailed cover letter outlining their research agenda, a curriculum vitae, copies of degree certificates and two confidential references to eliseo.palomar@iae.csic.es no later than February 15, 2013.
For further information on the TAMNEAC project please visit www.tamneac.eu.
CSIC is an equal opportunity employer.

Nr of positions available : 1

Research Fields

Economics - Economics of development

Career Stage

Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)

Research Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Benefits

Highly competitive salary according to EU regulations (Marie Curie ITN Early Stage Researcher).