USA: Scholarships in Education for US Minorities at University of Central Florida

The MPIE Ford Foundation Scholarship is a need-based scholarship for African American/Black, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Asian American/Pacific Islander, and Hispanic students. The primary purpose of this scholarship is to attract capable and promising minority students to pursue teaching careers.

I. General Eligibility Criteria

a. Must demonstrate financial need and be cleared by the UCF Office of Student Financial Assistance to receive financial aid.
b. Must be a member of the following racial/ethnic groups: African American/Black, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Asian American/Pacific Islander, or Hispanic/Latino.
c. Must be a resident of the state of Florida.
d. Must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien.
e. Must be admitted to and attending the UCF College of Education as an undergraduate degree seeking student.
f. Must be enrolled as a full-time student (at least 12 hours) in the term in which the award is received.
g. For scholarship eligibility and renewal, a participant must have and maintain at least a 2.5 gpa and demonstrate financial need.


II. Required Documentation

a. Scholarship Application
b. Proof of residency (copy of Florida Driver’s License, Green Card, Passport)
c. Transcripts for all colleges attended
d. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete online at www.fafsa.ed.gov
d. Two letters of recommendation
e. Current resume
f. Knights E-Mail Account

III. Receipt of Application and Supporting Documents

The application and all supporting documents must be received in the MPIE office on or before the deadline (Fall--July 1, Spring--November 15). Applications may be delivered via the U.S. Mail (and postmarked by deadline), faxed, or hand delivered. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

IV. Scholarship Nominations

A screening committee will review each application and the supporting documentation received. This committee will nominate candidates. The nominees will be required to submit to an interview. Recipients will be selected from those applicants interviewed.

V. Scholarship Awards

a. Currently, the award is up to $1300 per semester (pending availability of funds).
b. Students are eligible to receive a scholarship for a maximum of two consecutive years (pending availability of funds).
c. MPIE will notify all applicants of the status of their application via letter.

VI. Payment of Scholarship Awards

Scholarship awards will be disbursed by the Office of Student Financial Assistance to eligible students each academic term once all scholarship requirements are met. The Office of Student Financial Assistance will determine your total award amount based on your unmet financial need.

MINORITY PROGRAMS IN EDUCATION
College of Education
University of Central Florida
P.O. Box 161250
Orlando, FL 32816-1250
(407) 823-3851
www.education.ucf.edu/mpie/

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Belgium: IRO Doctoral Scholarships for Developing Countries

As one of its contributions to development co-operation, K.U.Leuven offers each academic year scholarships to deserving students from developing countries to do their PhD in the largest university in Flanders, Belgium.

Also commonly referred to as the IRO scholarships (IRO in Dutch stands for Interfacultaire Raad voor Ontwikkelingssamenwerking), this scholarship programme has supported more than sixty Ph.D. graduates over the past five years. After obtaining their doctorates at K.U.Leuven, these Ph.D. holders are now valorising their degrees in their home countries either in university academic research or in various sectors of industry.

Essential to the application for the IRO scholarship and to completing a doctoral programme successfully is the choice of a good doctoral research topic and supervisor. New applicants are now provided two alternatives: either by selecting amongst the faculty research topics offered by the doctoral schools or by submitting their own personal research proposal.

K.U.Leuven, which is situated at about 20 kilometers from Brussels, the capital of both Belgium and Europe, is the oldest university of the Low Countries. As such, it has a long-standing tradition of hospitality towards students and scholars from abroad. At present, almost 4,000 international students (about 10% of the total number of students at K.U.Leuven) have found their home away from home in Leuven.


Faculty Research Topics
Faculty research topics for the IRO scholarships are proposed by the three doctoral schools:

Humanities and Social Sciences
Science, Engineering and Technology (Arenberg doctoral school)
Biomedical Sciences

The mission of these doctoral schools is

• to organize the international recruitment and placement of doctoral students.
• to organize a doctoral training programme by which doctoral students develop their personal and academic skills, broaden their horizon and to interact with top-level scientists while discussing and conducting cutting edge research.
• to promote the career perspectives of doctoral students through the training they provide, and also through the networks the schools have with organizations, industries and other universities.

Applicants for the IRO scholarship who do not yet have a particular research topic in mind may select a particular topic that interests them out of the priority research fields. Alternatively, you may also select a topic that is offered in general in the webpages of the doctoral schools. In either case, you will need to include a brief motivation explaining how the topic you chose can be approached and treated in a manner relevant to development co-operation.

The print-out of the research topic and your motivation need to be included in your application file. (New priority research fields for the selection round 2010-2011 will be available by November 2009.)

Research Proposal
Applicants for the IRO scholarships who already have a specific research topic in mind may submit their own, personal research proposal along with their application file, instead of one of the priority research fields.

Your first step is to contact a professor at K.U.Leuven to discuss the opportunities for pursuing doctoral studies with your proposed personal research topic. Within the websites of the three Doctoral Schools, namely "Humanities and Social Sciences", "Science, Engineering and Technology (Arenberg doctoral school)" and "Biomedical Sciences", you can find out which K.U.Leuven professors do research on which topics. Alternatively, you may also visit the webpages of the faculties or departments in order to get an idea of the faculty members' research interests.

The contact information for each professor is provided accordingly.

Your next step is then to fill out the following form, indicating the name of the prospective professor-supervisor, the title, outline, tentative bibliography, provisional objectives, methodology and time-frame of your research. The form simply provides the basic structure of the proposal. The proposal itself may, of course, be longer than the two pages provided. Lastly, the prospective supervisor has to endorse your proposal by appending his or her signature.
Applicants for the IRO scholarship who are already enrolled in a doctoral programme at K.U.Leuven will only need to prepare a detailed progress report of their research, instead of a research proposal. The report must also be signed by the student’s supervisor.

Selection procedures

November 30, 2009: application deadline
December 2009 to January 2010: All complete applications are submitted to the faculties concerned for assessment and ranking.
February 2010: The five top-ranking applications from each faculty are further evaluated and scored by the K.U.Leuven Research Council.
mid-March 2010: The final selection of new scholarship students is undertaken by the Interfaculty Council for Development Co-operation and sent to the K.U.Leuven Board of Management for final approval. This selection is very severe and each year only around 15 new scholarships can be granted.
end-March 2010: The International Office of K.U.Leuven will prepare and send the official admission letters and scholarship attestations to the selected candidates.
April to August 2010: Selected candidates apply for their Belgian student visas and prepare for their travel to Leuven.
Early September 2010: Arrival in Leuven

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Ireland: Information Systems Postdoctoral Research Fellowships – National University Ireland

Postdoctoral Research Fellowships Available For PhD Students At National University Ireland Galway 2009

Postdoctoral Description:
Centre for Innovation & Structural Change
Ref. No. NUIG-059-09
Applications are invited for a funded postdoctoral fellowship in the area of group decision support systems (GDSS) for team-based decision making in agile systems development projects. The position is available for an initial period of 24 months with possibility of extension.

Postdoctoral Background:
Decision making at the team level can be complex, and is influenced by social, technical and organisational factors. Suboptimal presentation, dissemination and sharing of information in teams can be problematic for decision making activities. These issues can be exacerbated in agile systems development projects, where formal documentation and processes are minimal and high levels of self-organisation and self-discipline are required. Innovative information systems can support team-based activities in this regard, and group decision support systems (GDSS) can assist with decision making, impact information dissemination, support agile team-based decision processes and activities, and facilitate optimal team decision behaviours in agile contexts. Further, information systems can impact decision quality, add strategic value to team-based decision making and influence efficacy. Specifically, the successful applicant will examine the impact of group decision support systems (GDSS) on team-based decision making in agile systems development projects. Focusing on decision processes, team decision activities, group decision behaviour and decisional guidance mechanisms, the research aims to support agile team-based decision making and increase organisational value.

National University of Ireland, Galway is an equal opportunities employer

Postdoctoral Requirements:

-high awareness of the salient extant research in decision support systems (DSS) or agile development
-existing research experience in DSS or agile development
-excellent communication and writing skills
-experience of team-based activities in organisational settings
-existing publishing record in high quality Information Systems journals and conferences

Each applicant should possess a PhD qualification in the areas of DSS, Agile Development or ICT-enabled organisational efficacy, and have a strong interest in the research description outlined above. Applicants must be highly motivated individuals with ability for independent and critical thought, and must also be able to demonstrate the ability to work and thrive in a team environment. The successful applicant will be located in the Centre for Innovation & Structural Change (CISC) (www.cisc.ie) at NUI Galway.

Postdoctoral Salary:
€40,578 – €47,699 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Informal Inquiries:
Informal enquiries about this position may be made to: Dr. Thomas Acton or Dr. Kieran Conboy, Email: first.last@nuigalway.ie Tel: +353 (0)91 49(3806 or 2913), J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics, NUI Galway.

Postdoctoral Applications:
Applicants should submit a covering letter, full CV and the names and addresses of at least three and not more than five referees by post or email to: Angela Sice, Development Officer, CISC, Cairnes Business School, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland. Email: cisc@nuigalway.ie Tel: +353 (0)91 492817
Please put ref. no. NUIG-059-09 in subject line of e-mail application and on cover letter.

Closing Date: 14 September, 2009

Source: www.nuigalway.ie/news/docs/Postdoctoral%20Researcher%20-%20CISC_NUIG05909_2.doc

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Ireland: Coastal Atmosphere Postdoctoral Researcher Positions – National University Ireland

Postdoctoral Researcher Positions For PhD Students At National University Ireland Galway 2009

Position Description:
OH Radicals and Sulfur Gases in the Coastal Atmosphere
Ref. no. NUIG-061-09
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a 19 month fixed term contract position as postdoctoral researcher with the Centre for Climate & Air Pollution Studies.

Position Background:
The Centre for Climate & Air Pollution Studies (C-CAPS) in NUI Galway’s Environmental Change Institute focuses on the impact of atmospheric composition on climate change and air pollution. Research activities include aerosol formation and transformation, aerosol-cloud-climate interactions, atmospheric chemistry, air-sea exchange of aerosols and gases, air-quality and health, ocean acidification, ocean dynamics and climate change. Researchers at C-CAPS are involved in remote sensing of aerosols and clouds, aerosol and gas air-sea flux measurements, in-situ observations, process modelling and regional (ocean-atmosphere) climate and air quality modelling. Large scale facilities include the GAW/EMEP supersite Mace Head and a wide range of state of the art equipment.


Position Objectives:
This particular research focuses on long-term studies of the atmospheric oxidation efficiency and its relation to particle nucleation and growth as part of a four year project funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI): Variation of the Oxidation Efficiency and Particle Precursor Gases in the Coastal Atmosphere. The researcher will conduct measurements of atmospheric OH radicals and sulfur gases (H2SO4, MSA) using a chemical ionization mass spectrometer (CIMS). The measurement programme will be conducted during selected periods at the Mace Head Atmospheric Research Station, about 80 km from Galway on the Atlantic coast. Contributing partners in the project will be the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), USA, and Research Center Juelich (FZJ), Germany.


Further responsibilities will include training and supervision of a PhD student, overall management of the measurements, data evaluation using a regional atmospheric chemistry model (RACM), close collaboration with NCAR and FZJ teams, further extension of measurements to other free radicals and/or trace gases. The research post is funded for 19 months.


Position Requirements:
A PhD degree in Atmospheric Physics, Chemistry, Meteorology, or related discipline is required. We seek an individual with, in order of priority, experience in atmospheric mass spectrometry, or measurements and modelling of atmospheric trace gases. Knowledge of chemical ionization mass spectrometry and atmospheric chemistry modelling would be desirable.

Position Salary: €40,578

Start Date: January 2010 (or earliest possibility thereafter)

Position Applications:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, detailed CV to include the names and contact details of three (3) referees via post to Dr. Harald Berresheim, School of Physics & Environmental Change Institute/CCAPS, NUI Galway, University Road, Galway Ireland or via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to harald.berresheim@nuigalway.ie

Please put ref. no. NUIG-061-09 in subject line of e-mail application and on correspondence.

Closing Date: 14 September, 2009

Source: www.nuigalway.ie/news/docs/Postdoctoral%20researcher%20-%20CCAPS_NUIG06109.doc


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Ireland: Digital Enterprise Research Institute (DERI) – SFI-Funded PhD Studentships, NUI Galway

PhD Studentships For Computer, Maths, Science Or Engineering Students At NUI Galway – Ireland 2009

Title: Dynamic Graph and Network Analysis

Studentships Description:
The Unit for Information Mining and Retrieval ( http://uimr.deri.ie) at the Digital Enterprise Research Institute, NUI Galway ( http://www.deri.ie) invites applications for a funded PhD Studentship as part of the SFI-funded Clique Strategic Research Cluster. At the Clique Research Cluster ( http://www.cliquecluster.org), we are investigating and analysing how very large real-life social networks, biological networks and other networks of interest evolve. Some areas we are interested in include:

-Analysing how communities in these networks form and change with time;
-Analysing how information and innovation diffuses and formulating models to describe the observed diffusion behaviour;
-Analysing churn in online communities and mobile call networks.

We are seeking applications for a PhD candidature in dynamic graph analysis. The successful candidate will analyse how particular properties of the networks change, and use network changes to detect abnormal events or to predict how information diffusion is enhanced or hampered.


Studentship Requirements:
The successful candidate should have a bachelors degree in computer science, maths, science or engineering, and have the pre-requisites for PhD studies at NUI Galway ( www.nuigalway.ie). The PhD studentship covers academic fees and includes a generous stipend for a four year period.

In addition, desired, though not necessary, requirements are:

-Familiarity with basic graph theory (e.g., finding connected components, shortest paths);
-Familiarity with modelling and simulation
-Familiarity with social network analysis;
-Familiarity with dynamic data analysis (e.g., data streaming algorithms, incremental algorithms);
-Familiarity with text mining, feature extraction and machine learning
-Masters or equivalent degree in graph analysis, modelling or social network analysis.

Studentship Applications:
The successful candidate will work with the PI Dr. Conor Hayes and Dr. Jeffrey Chan as part of the Clique Research Cluster at DERI, NUI Galway. Interested applicants should send an application with the subject header CLIQUE_PhD_09 to conor.hayesderi.org. The application should contain a CV, a one page statement explaining how the candidate’s background is compatible with the aims of the Clique Research Cluster and a list of references.

Closing Date: September 15th, 2009

Source: www.nuigalway.ie


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Ireland: SFI-Funded Cancer Research PhD Positions – National University Ireland Galway

PhD Position Available For MSc Or BSc Students In Biology Related Field At NUI Galway – Ireland 2009

Position Description:
A PhD position is available in the group of Dr. Eva Szegezdi in the Department of Biochemistry in NUI, Galway to develop a novel ratiometric approach to identify decisive molecular interactions and thus predict tumour behaviour.

Position Background:
Despite the availability of genomics and proteomics and intensive investigation, the ability to predict tumour response to treatments remains limited. Our proteomic analysis of the apoptotic pathway induced by the cytokine and novel anticancer agent, TRAIL, revealed that the expression level of individual proteins only loosely correlates with TRAIL-sensitivity of tumours. On the other hand, expression ratio of various proteins showed strong correlation with TRAIL-sensitivity. The aim of this project is to assess the predictive power of a ratiometric analysis of proteomes and genomes of tumour cell behaviour. With this ratiometric analysis, ratio-fingerprints can be generated to reveal hidden gene/protein interactions and enable us to explain so far unexplainable phenotypes and cellular responses and remove barriers in our understanding of tumour behaviour.

The project provides training in protein and gene expression profiling, quantitative mass spectrometry, mathematical analytical methods of proteomes as well as transcriptomes. The PhD student will have the opportunity to learn cell biology techniques, such as flow cytometry, gene overexpression and silencing and will work closely with a team of cancer biologists. This project is funded by Science Foundation Ireland under the Starting Investigator Research Grant Programme with partners at the Centre of Genetic Regulation, Barcelona, Spain.


Position Requirements:
Candidates should have a MSc. or BSc. degree with a minimum of higher second class honours in biochemistry, molecular biology or a closely related discipline and a strong motivation for research in the area of cancer biology.

Position Applications:
Application including a cover letter (personal statement), curriculum vitae, academic degree, and name and contact details of 2 references should be sent to Dr. Eva Szegezdi ( eva.szegezdinuigalway.ie), National University of Ireland, Galway, School of Natural Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, University Road, Galway, Ireland.

Position Stipend & Start Date:
A stipend with a 3% annual increment starting at €16,650 is available. Tuition fees will be covered by the project. It is anticipated that the PhD candidate will commence in October 2009.

Further Inquiries:
For enquiries please contact Dr. Eva Szegezdi: eva.szegezdinuigalway.ie.

Closing Date: 4 September, 2009

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Ireland: NUI Galway – SFI-Funded Molecular Recognition PhD Studentships

PhD Studentships For Degree Holders In Biology Related Field At National University Ireland Galway

Title: molecular recognition of glycans in human disease

Studentships Background:
Variations in the carbohydrate sequence of glycans on cell surfaces are markers for several cancers and congenital and acquired diseases, including, pancreatic, breast, and liver cancer, diabetes, IgA nephropathy, Alzheimer’s. The discovery and detection of these glycans is currently hindered by the lack of appropriate reagents. In this project, we are using computational methods to guide re-engineering of carbohydrate-degrading enzymes to convert them into high-affinity receptor proteins suitable for use as glycan biosensors.

The project provides training in protein expression, engineering and biophysical characterization, using such techniques as site-directed and random mutagenesis, surface plasmon resonance and flow cytometry. The PhD student will have the opportunity to participate in the computational design of protein mutants, according to their interests and abilities, and will work closely with a team of computational chemists. No previous experience with protein expression and characterization is required. This project is funded by Science Foundation Ireland under the Principle Investigator Programme with partners at the University of Georgia, USA.


Studentships Requirements:
Candidates should have a degree in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology or a closely related discipline, and a strong motivation for research into problems in human health.

Studentships Applications:
(curriculum vitae, academic degree, references) should be sent to Prof. Rob Woods ( rob.woodsnuigalway), National University of Ireland, Galway, School of Chemistry, University Road, Galway, Ireland.

Studentships Stipend & Start Date:
A fixed stipend of €18,000 per year is available. Tuition fees will be covered by the project, and there is a generous travel grant for the attendance at international meetings. It is anticipated that the PhD candidate will commence in September 2009.

Source: www.nuigalway.ie


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Hong Kong: City University Of HongKong – Literature Part-Time Research Assistant Positions 2009

Part-Time Research Assistant Positions For Any Honours Students At City University Of Hong Kong 2009

Project Title: A Breakthrough in the Design of an English for Specific Purposes Course

Position Duties & Responsibilities:
Conduct literature search, interview subjects, transcribe interview data, prepare PowerPoint slides and transparencies, prepare documents, make photocopies, and undertake other clerical work.

Position Duration:
9 months.

Position Requirements:
A good honours degree in any relevant disciplines.

Position Salary & Benefits:
Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental consultations at the campus clinic.


Position Applications:

Additional information and application form (Application Form for Temporary/Part-time Posts) are obtainable :
1. from the University’s home page at http://www.cityu.edu.hk/hro/job_v/job-application-admin.html, or
2. by mail with a self-addressed stamped envelope from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, or
3. in person from the Reception Counter, Human Resources Office.
Please quote the reference(Ref. C/R/708/09) of the post in the application and on the envelope. Applicants may consider their applications unsuccessful if not interviewed by the end of November 2009. The University reserves the right to consider late applications and nominations, and not to fill the position. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. The University is an equal opportunity employer.

Closing Date: 4 September 2009

About University:
City University of Hong Kong was ranked the 18th in Asia according to The Times Higher Education 2009 survey.

Source: www.cityu.edu.hk


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Hong Kong: City University Of HongKong – Management Senior Research Assistant Positions 2009

Senior Research Assistant Positions For Experienced Master’s Social Sciences Students At City University Of HongKong

Project Title: The Construction of Professional Identity in the Workplace: A Case Study of Hong Kong Teachers

Position Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage the project; design, collate, print and distribute research materials; liaise with schools, conduct personal interviews and transcribe interview recordings; co-ordinate data collection and assist in report writing.

Availability:
Appointment for 12 months.
Position Requirements:
A Master’s degree in Social Sciences, with experience in teaching and qualitative research.

Position Salary & Benefits:
Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental consultations at the campus clinic.


Position Applications:

Additional information and application form (Application Form for Temporary/Part-time Posts) are obtainable :
1. from the University’s home page at http://www.cityu.edu.hk/hro/job_v/job-application-admin.html, or
2. by mail with a self-addressed stamped envelope from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, or
3. in person from the Reception Counter, Human Resources Office.
Please quote the reference of the post in the application and on the envelope. Applicants may consider their applications unsuccessful if not interviewed by the end of November 2009. The University reserves the right to consider late applications and nominations, and not to fill the position. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. The University is an equal opportunity employer.
City University of Hong Kong was ranked the 18th in Asia according to The Times Higher Education 2009 survey. Please send applications direct to “mgolivia@cityu.edu.hk” or “hrojob@cityu.edu.hk”; [Ref. B/R/550/09].

Closing Date: 4 September 2009

Source: www.cityu.edu.hk


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Hong Kong: Organic Optoelectronic Devices Postdoctoral Fellow Positions – The University Of HongKong

Postdoctoral Fellow Position Available For Research Students At The University Of HongKong – HongKong 2009

Postdoctoral Project:
The project is to enhance the quantum efficiency of organic optoelectronic devices particularly organic solar cells and then organic LEDs by comprehensively
investigating the optical properties and device structures specially the optical design and device physics of the device structures.

Salary:
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.

Postion Duration & Starting Date:
A period of 3 years with the starting date not later than 1 March 2010.

Position Applications:
Please submit CV with current photo and research proposal to Dr. Wallace Choy by email.


Contact Details:
Dr. Wallace C.H. Choy,
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering,
HKU. Phone: (852) 2857-8485,
email: chchoy@eee.hku.hk
webpage: http://www.eee.hku.hk/staff_personal/chchoy.htm

Application Closing Date: As soon as possible for intermediate consideration.

Source: http://www.eee.hku.hk/vacancies/doc/PDF-openinge.pdf


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Austria: Advances theories for functional oxides, PhD Position, The University of Vienna

The University of Vienna (Austria) and the Center for Computational Materials Science (CMS, http://www.cms.tuwien.ac.at/) invites applications for a PhD studentship in Computational Materials Science.

The CMS in Vienna is a research center and graduate school based on a collaboration of research groups from the Faculties of Physics and Chemistry from the University of Vienna and the Technical University of Vienna. The activities of the CMS concentrate on the development of methods for multiscale simulations in condensed materials. The techniques being actively developed by the members of the CMS range from ab-initio density functional calculations (VASP, WIEN2k) to statistical-mechanical approaches for the description of liquids, amorphous materials and soft matter. The simulation tools developed by the members of the CMS are applies to a wide range of research projects: structural materials, magnetic materials, surfaces, interfaces, ultrathin films and nanomaterials, semiconductors and insulators, chemical reactions and catalysis, liquids and soft matter.


Within its Graduate school the CMS invites applications for a PhD studentships in Computational Materials Science to be led in the Vienna ab-initio Simulations Package (VASP) group. The VASP group, directed by J. Hafner and G. Kresse, is one of the world leading groups in computational material science. The VASP package is recognized as one of the most flexible and robust ab initio packages and is presently used by about 1000 academic institutions and industrial research centers. The PhD student will be part of a multidisciplinary research team within a collaborative EU-INDIA FP7-funded project involving other two European theoretical groups (Trinity College Dublin and University of Cagliari) and three Indian theoretical groups (S.N. Bose national Center for Basic Sciences Kolkata, Harish-Chandra Research Institute Allahabad, and Jawaharlal Nehru Center for Advanced Scientific Research Bangalore). The overall aim of the project is the investigation, through a synergy of advanced First-Principles, density-functional based methods, and Model Hamiltonian calculations suited for strong correlated systems, of the properties and functionalities of transition metal oxides that may be viable candidates as building blocks of future micro- and nanoelectronic devices with enhanced capabilities. We are looking for outstanding candidates with a degree in physics, chemistry or materials science, a strong background in quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, mathematics and computing and a strong personal commitment to research. You will join a lively community performing frontline research.

Applications with the usual credentials (CV, eventually also publications) and two letters of recommendation should be sent to cesare.franchini@univie.ac.at. For the successful applicant, the appointment to the PhD Studentship can become effective from September-October 2009 on. The salary will be about 25300 Euro/year before taxes, the contract will be for three years. Female students are particularly encourage to apply.

Category : Computational condensed matter physics
Contact address : cesare.franchini@univie.ac.at


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USA: FIT Travel Scholarship Application for United States and Canada

The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
FIT Travel Scholarship Application for United States and Canada

PURPOSE
The AAAAI will provide funding to assist Fellows-in-Training (FITs) in allergy/immunology and non-faculty PhDs to attend the 2010 AAAAI Annual Meeting.

This year’s meeting will be held February 26-March 2, 2010 in New Orleans, LA and will consist of four Plenary sessions, two Keynote sessions, symposia, scientific workshops, seminars, and abstract presentations. These will cover current research and clinical topics relevant to the field of allergy/immunology.

PROGRAM GOALS
• To offer an intellectually stimulating opportunity to FITs/PhDs who attend the 2010 Annual Meeting.
• To offer FITs/PhDs the opportunity to meet with their colleagues and learn from their experiences.
• To offer FITs/PhDs the opportunity to keep abreast of the current research in the field.


TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP TERMS

• A maximum of $650 for second or third-year FITs/PhDs who apply for a travel scholarship without submitting an accepted abstract for presentation.
• A maximum of $800 for first-year FITs/PhDs who apply for a travel scholarship without submitting an accepted abstract for presentation.
• A maximum of $1,100 to FITs/PhDs who apply for a travel scholarship and are first author of an abstract accepted for presentation; candidate must present his/her abstract at the Annual Meeting in order to be eligible for the $1,100 award.
• Please note: The above travel scholarship amounts are for actual meeting-related expenses incurred and receipts must be submitted after the meeting by April 23, 2010.
• This travel scholarship will reimburse domestic coach airfare, ground travel (including train or personal vehicle), hotel for meeting dates, course fees and meal expenses up to $59/day.
• Rental car, gasoline, abstract/poster-related fees, recreational activities, cellular phone bills, Internet access, and personal items are not eligible for reimbursement.

ELIGIBILITY
• Applicant must be an AAAAI In-Training member or a AAAAI PhD Post Doc member or have submitted a completed application for In-Training or PhD Post Doc membership before November 20, 2009.
• Applicants must be first, second or third year Fellows-in-Training in an allergy/immunology training program approved by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education, or a clinical immunology and allergy training program approved by The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada -OR- Non-faculty PhDs associated with the aforementioned training programs.
• Individuals with a faculty appointment will not be considered.

SELECTION
Travel scholarship selection is made by the Program Directors Assembly Executive Committee. Due to the limited availability of funds, some applications may not be accepted for funding. Preference will be given to those applicants who are first authors on abstracts that have been accepted for presentation at the Annual Meeting and who do not reside in the New Orleans, LA area. Accepted applicants will be notified in January 2010.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST
• Application must not exceed the limits of the enclosed form.*
• Program Director must sign the application form and check the appropriate box to indicate the applicant is associated either with an allergy/immunology training program approved by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education, or a clinical immunology and allergy training program approved by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
• If the Program Director is not an AAAAI Fellow, a sponsor who is an AAAAI Fellow must also sign the application form.

SUBMISSION
Please submit original application and one (1) copy of abstract (if applicable) via mail to:
AAAAI – FIT Travel Scholarship
555 E. Wells Street
Suite 1100
Milwaukee, WI 53202-3823
Phone: (414) 272-6071
Fax: (414) 272-6070
*Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Deadline: November 20, 2009

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USA: American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Scholarship Program-2009-2010

American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Scholarship Program-2009-2010

The mission of the American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) is to contribute to national, state, and local efforts to promote health and wellness in people with disabilities and identify effective intervention strategies that reduce health disparities between people with disabilities and the general population. AAHD accomplishes its mission through research, education and advocacy at the national, state and community level.

In 2008, AAHD launched the Disability and Health Journal (DHJ), the first peer reviewed, scientific, scholarly and multidisciplinary journal that focuses on health promotion and wellness for people with disabilities. In 2009, AAHD created the AAHD Scholarship Program, which will support students with disabilities who are pursuing higher education. Preference will be given to students who plan to pursue undergraduate/graduate studies in the field of public health, health promotion, disability studies, to include disability policy and disability research. Royalties from the DHJ will fund the first year of the AAHD Scholarship Fund.

As 2009 is the first year of the scholarship program, funds are limited and we anticipate that scholarships will be competitive. Scholarships will be limited to under $1,000. The AAHD Board of Directors Scholarship Committee will evaluate each of the applicants and make a decision in December of each calendar year. The first AAHD Scholarship Award will be awarded December, 2009. It is the discretion of the Scholarship Committee to determine how many scholarships will be awarded each year and the amount of each scholarship, as well as final determination of the recipients.


The AAHD board and staff are excited to be able to launch this program and support the efforts and dedication of students who have chosen to pursue higher education in the field of disability.

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM CRITERIA
Applicant must be a high school graduate, have a documented disability and provide documentation of their disability.

Application must be a US citizen or legal resident living in the US and enrolled in, or accepted by, an accredited US four year university or graduate school on a full-time basis.

Preference will be given to students majoring in public health, disability studies, health promotion or a field related to disability and health.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicant must provide a Personal Statement (maximum 3 pages-double spaced), including brief personal history, educational/career goals, extra-curricular activities, and reasons why they should be selected AAHD Scholarship Committee. This Statement must be written solely by the applicant.

Applicant must provide three Letters of Recommendation (One must be from a
teacher or academic advisor).

Applicant must provide an official copy of
high school transcript as well as college transcript (if applicable).

Applicant must agree to allow AAHD to use their name, picture and/or
story in future scholarship materials.

Please mail applications to:
AAHD, Att: Scholarship Committee, 110 N. Washington Street, Suite 328J, Rockville, MD 20850 (301) 545-6140 www.aahd.us

Only completed applications will be considered and need to be postmarked by
October 15, 2009.

Please email Roberta Carlin, AAHD Executive Director at rcarlin@aahd.us or call (301) 545-6140 ext. 206 if you have any questions.

Download Application Form: PDF

http://www.aahd.us/site/static/pdfs/scholarship/scholarshipapplic.pdf


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UK: Clinical Training Scholarship in Diagnostic Imaging, University of Cambridge

Senior Clinical Training Scholarship in Diagnostic Imaging- Department of Veterinary Medicine

Limit of tenure:The Scholarship is for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. It is subject to an initial monitoring period of six months, and to review on an annual basis.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD 20,510 Year one (Tax free)

This Scholarship provides an outstanding opportunity to study for a postgraduate qualification, and is available from 2 November 2009. The Scholar will be trained in all aspects of veterinary diagnostic imaging, including radiology, ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging. The training programme is approved by the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging.

The Scholarship is for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. It is subject to an initial monitoring period of six months, and to review on an annual basis.

The Scholar will be required to register for a certificate and/or diploma in the appropriate field. The training programme requires participation in the Department’s clinical service, including the out-of-hours rota, in addition to small-group teaching of veterinary students.


Applicants must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or hold a veterinary degree qualifying them for membership. Completion of a recognised internship or a minimum of two years’ experience in small animal practice is essential.

For informal enquiries about the position please contact Professor Michael Herrtage on mh10001@cam.ac.uk

For an application form (SCTS1) and an information pack about the Scholarship, please contact Melissa Large on 01223 337055, quoting the title of the Scholarship. The application form and information pack may be downloaded from http://www.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/

The completed application form, a curriculum vitae and a covering letter should be sent to Melissa Large, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 OES, or email recruit@vet.cam.ac.uk
Closing Date 21 September 2009

Interview date 6 October 2009, Quote Reference: PN05613, Closing Date: 21 September 2009

Interview Date: 06/10/2009 The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.


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Canada: Master/Ph.D Studentships in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry at University of Calgary

Up to 4 graduate student positions in theoretical and computational chemistry will become available in my group by May 2010, September 2010 or January 2011. The successful applicants will be involved with the development of new computational methods or applications of state-of-the-art methodology to problems of chemical interest. Application deadlines are January 1 2010, May 1 2010, and September 20010, respectively.

The applicant should have a solid background in Physical Chemistry, and a strong interest in Theoretical/Computational Chemistry as well as an average GPA corresponding to 3.3/4.0 (80 %) or more in the North American system.

All foreign students will be covered by an inexpensive medical insurance. Students will be fully supported by teaching assistance ships and scholarships for a total of $ 22,000 to $24,000 CDN. The tuition fee is covered by additional research grants . Foreign students with English as a second language must pass the TOEFL test with a score of 580. For more information about research projects and admission procedures go to : http://www.cobalt.chem.ucalgary.ca/group/


Homepage : http://www.cobalt.chem.ucalgary.ca/group/

Category : Master/Ph.D. Studentships

Contact address : Canada T2N 1N4 Internet: ziegler@ucalgary.ca http://www.cobalt.chem.ucalgary.ca/group/master.html FAX (403) 289-9488 TEL (403) 220-5368


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Australia: TQEH Research Foundation Honours Research Scholarships 2010

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH) campus, of the Central Northern Adelaide Health Service (CNAHS) on Woodville Road, Woodville South, has a substantial research base, with a large number of University Department and Hospital Unit research arms forming the Basil Hetzel Institute (BHI).

Through its teaching and research affiliation with the Universities of Adelaide and South Australia, TQEH provides valuable basic and clinical research training opportunities at its site. Well-equipped laboratories in its brand new research facility and an active honours student population provide a stimulating environment for further studies.

The Honours Research Scholarship scheme, part of a wider Scholarship program at TQEH, is oversighted by The Institute (BHI) Policy Committee.

1. The Scholarship program is made possible through the valuable and continuing support of The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Research Foundation and research departments on the campus.


2. Description
The Scholarship scheme is a competitive, application-based scheme that supports students with
research promise to undertake an Honours degree at an institution of higher education.

2.1 Funding

2.1.1 Awards in 2010
Potential exists to award a number of new scholarships in 2010 depending on the availability of
TQEH research Foundation program/department funds.

2.1.2 Stipend payments
A stipend of between $4,000 and $8,000 will be paid to successful applicants depending on the
availability of program/department funds. Finance and Business Services, TQEH will pay the stipend as three payments in April, June and September, into a bank account nominated by the student. Stipends are currently tax free under Section 23(z) of the Income Assessment Act 1936.

3. Eligibility
3.1 Students must be eligible to enrol in an Honours Degree with any University in South Australia.
A student can only hold a TQEH Research Foundation Honours Research Scholarship if they
do not simultaneously hold another Honours Scholarship.
3.2 Any research of a collaborative nature with University Departments outside of TQEH or with other organisations will need terms and conditions to be documented in a research agreement and attached to the Scholarship application.

Closing date for Honours Scholarship applications: Friday 30 October 2009

Further Scholarship Information and Application, please click here (PDF)


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UK: Research Project, Soil Science / Geography, Graduate Studentships Bedfordshire

Impact of compost application to arable soils on Nitrous Oxide (N20) emissions

Supported by the EPSRC, The Chadacre Agricultural Trust and The Morley Agricultural Foundation, a studentship up to £13,000 p.a. for 4 years plus fees* is available

Cranfield University is seeking a highly motivated graduate to undertake this exciting research project. The aim of the project is to investigate the difference in emissions of nitrous oxide (N20) associated with application of compost and manufactured fertilisers and elucidating the mechanisms that influence this process.

Nitrous oxide (N20) is a potent greenhouse gas which causes significant impact to the environment. N20 release is associated with agricultural activities as it is linked with application of manufactured fertilisers, livestock manures and crop residue. Compost and manufactured fertilisers differ in the way the nutrients are released into the soil. The nutrient release from manufactured fertilisers is generally more rapid than compost which is also related to easier loss via N20 emission.

The successful candidate will be involved in experimental setup on sites in Nottinghamshire and Norfolk that have received repeated application of green waste compost. N20 emission measurements will be taken at these two sites using the static chamber technique. In-situ measurement of nitrate, phosphate and potassium will be carried out using Teflon suction cup samplers.


The dynamics of nitrate are closely associated with release of N20 in addition to soil moisture, temperature, texture and organic matter. The proposed work will aim to determine potential build up of nutrient reservoirs in these sites and link it with reduction in N20 emissions. The build up of nutrients also associated with increase in organic matter will reduce the reliance of farmers on manufactured fertilisers, in the long run. The increase in organic matter will improve soil workability which will result in reduction in fuel cost for tillage. The applied compost will be used to the best advantage of farmers in terms of nutrient source, improved yield, increase in water holding capacity, improved soil workability whilst minimising environmental harm with a low nitrous oxide emission.

Entry Requirements:
Applicants should have at least a 2:1 UK honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline such as soil science, chemistry, biology or geography. Some experience in modelling N20 dynamics would be desirable.

Funding
*Supported by the EPSRC, The Chadacre Agricultural Trust and The Morley Agricultural Foundation this studentship will cover the tuition fees at the UK/EU rate only and provide a bursary of up to £13,000 p.a. for four plus fees* years dependent upon qualifications and experience.

How to apply:

Please submit a CV and complete the application form at: www.cranfield.ac.uk/prospectus/app/pgappform.pdf

Contact Email: appliedsciences(AT)cranfield.ac.uk

Application Deadline: 30 September, 2009

Alternatively, for more information and an application form please contact:
School of Applied Sciences
T: 44 (0)1234 754086


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Erasmus Mundus External Co-operation Window – 15 India (European Union's Scholarships mobility program), 2010

Erasmus Mundus External Co-operation Window – 15 India (European Union's Scholarships mobility program), now named EMECW-13 for the academic year 2010-11

Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni
continues to be partner for
Erasmus Mundus External Co-operation Window – 15 India (European Union's Scholarships mobility program), now named EMECW-13 for the academic year 2010-11

Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni brought EMECW – 15 - India, European Scholarships to its campus during 2009-10. It contiues to be partner for second phase named as EMECW-13 India. Of the 8 Indian Universities, Pravara is the only Deemed University in India to be the partner of Erasmus Mundus “External Co-operation Window”.

After successful completion the EMECW-15 has been named as EMECW-13 for academic year 2010-11.

Pravara University is selected to be one of the only three Indian members on high level Steering Committee of the EMECW India. This year it is also a member of Academic Committee of EMECW India. It is an honor bestowed in recognition of higher educational Excellence & International presence. The second phase of the project was finalized at the meeting held at Burlin, Germany on 14th July 2009 attended by Dr.Ashok Patil and co-ordinated by Dr. Sidssel of Lund University, Sweden .

Erasmus Mundus External Co-operation window India is an EU initiative designed to foster institutional co-operation in the field of higher education between the European Union and India through a mobility scheme with following objective:


Promoting Mobility for students and academic staff for studying, teaching, training and research.
-Enhancing international co-operation between Higher Educational Institutions.
-Pave way to international recognition of studies and qualifications.
-Enhance role of higher education sector by exchanging knowledge, skills and expertise.
-The Education, Audio Visual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) is in-charge of the implementation of this co-operation move under the powers delegated by Commission of the European Communities coordinated by Dr. Joechim Fronia, Head of EMECA unit. The partnership consortium consists of 12 Universities in Europe and 8 Universities in India. Lund University, Sweden is the Lead / Coordinating University headed by Dr. Sidsel Hansson, Acting Director of SASNET, Sweden.

Universities taking part in Project;

European Union:

-Lund University, Sweden (Lead/Coordinating University)
-Albert-Ludwigs-University of Freiburg, Germany
-Freie Universitat Berlin, Germany
-International Institute for Geo-information Science and Earth Observation, The Netherlands
-Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
-Norwegian University of Science & Technology, Norway
-Politecnico di Milano, Italy
-University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands
-University of Deusto, Spain
-University of Leuven, Belgium
-University Pierre and Marie Curie, France
-Vilnius University, Lithuania
-On Indian side Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni along with 7 other Universities are the partners to this project.

Five different types of individual mobility flows and study lengths are as under:

Undergraduates - 3 - 09 months
Masters - 3 - 22 months
Doctorates - 6 - 34 months
Post-doctorates fellowship - 6 - 10 months
Academic staff - 2 - 09 months

Being a partner, the Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences has an active & clearly defined role within the partnership and is in a position to send & host students & academic staff.

The proposals of large number of Universities from India & Europe were submitted to European Union. The partners were selected through a competitive system based on the academic quality. Independent academic experts were involved in assessment of the Universities on the basis of the award criteria. Based on final score awarded, the partner Universities were chosen for the project.

This University being partner shall identify common set of criteria in compliance with the principle of transparency & equal treatment to select students and academic staff. Classic tools for selecting applicants comprise CV’s, study & exam results, specific requirements for language skills, Letters of recommendations and Letters of motivation and the minimum norms set forth by the Commission.

This large scale collaboration between this University and the European Universities is for a period of three years up to 2012.

Latest News:

June 2009: The project has been awarded a second round as EMECW-13 (award decision EACEA 35/08, and will announce a new call for applications 2009 shortly (end of July or August).

The second round will award 183 scholarships for all mobility groups starting in 2010 (with start dates between April 1 and September 1, 2010). Duration of the scholarships from 1 to 34 months. More information on the call will be published on the website shortly.

Proposed Time & Action Plan 2009/2010

Call opens 1 September 2009
Call closes 1 November 2009
2010
University ranking list 15 January 2010
Consortium selection meeting in Lund February 2010

GUIDELINES FOR EMECW 15 APPLICATIONS

1. Documentation

Definitions:

* Course Record: a mark-sheet detailing the courses you have taken and the grades obtained. This can also be called Certificate or Transcript of Records.

* Diploma: proof of graduation from university (certified) at the Bachelor, Master and/or Phd level

!!!! All Diplomas/certificates must be certified. All diplomas and certificates in a language other than English should have a certified English translation attached. !!!! The documents to submit depend on the level of study you wish to follow. For undergraduate studies we need to see a High School certificate.

If you wish to do a MSc we do NOT need a High school certificate, but the diploma of your university level. For a PhD study we need your Bs and MSc diploma, etc.

Please note that it is not possible for us to take action in requesting your documents from any university.
* Description of Research Topic: one or two pages describing the research you wish to do: the background to your topic, the questions you want to answer through your research, methodology and the scientific value of researching your chosen topic.
!!!! Due to database settings, this is needed also for Undergraduate and Master applications. In this case, we ask you to upload a short paper (one page) with a description of your current course content (for Undergraduate applicants) or the abstract of your dissertation (for Master applicants).
* Plan of work (for Postdoc and Academic staff): one or two pages describing the focus, methodology and timeline you plan to adopt during your mobility period.
!!!! If you are planning to apply for a PhD, Postdoc or Academic Staff position, please contact the relevant department at the university of your choice, in order to discuss your work plan and research proposal. You can find the contact details of this department in the list of available fields. If you cannot find this contact, please email the Erasmus Mundus contact person at your chosen university for help.
* Proof of registration: Document showing that you are currently registered for studies or have a current employment. This can be a copy of your student card when you’re a student or a copy of your wage check when you’re an employee.

* CV: Curriculum Vitae i.e. is a document that contains a summary or listing of relevant job experience and education.

* Statement of Purpose: a concise essay about your interests and career goals, identified means to achieve them and accomplishments so far towards those goals. We look for a short, crisp and clear SoP, of maximum one page.

* Proof of language proficiency: each university has its own policy concerning language requirements. Please contact the European university you are applying for and ask about their language requirements. If they require TOEFL/IELTS results and you do not have them, you must book an exam at a TOEFL/IELTS centre: then you can upload the booking confirmation receipt.

* Passport: if you do not have a valid passport, you can upload your birth certificate.

* Proof for Target Group 1: A paper showing that you are enrolled/employed with the University and/or copy of your University ID card.

* Letter of recommendation: Persons in all mobility groups to Europe and to India may upload recommendation letters from the home university. Those who do NOT have recommendation letters are requested to upload a document saying that they are not submitting them, otherwise their applications will be incomplete.

Notes:

!!!! Documents should not be sent via regular mail before the university asks specifically for them. The university will tell you the address and to whom you are supposed to send the application after you got selected. Only if you have problems with scanning documents, please send the application to the coordinating university, Lund University.

!!!! Please do NOT send any documents to the info mail service at the website. You must upload your documents with the application. If for any reason you cannot do this, you need to contact the relevant contact person at the university you are applying to.

2. Target Groups ,

Target Group 1. Students and academic staff currently enrolled in or affiliated with one of the Partner Universities. Note that you must provide documents that prove that you are currently enrolled in one of the universities member of the partnership (student card or wage check). The scholarship is offered at the following levels: Undergraduate, Master, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral, Academic staff.

Target Group 2. NOT ELIGIBLE IN THE FEBRUARY 2009 OPENING. Indian Nationals who are studying or have a degree from an Indian higher education institution that is not a partner university; Indian Nationals who have finished their degree at a partner university and are no longer enrolled in one; Indian Nationals who are working in public administration, public and private enterprises. The scholarship is offered at the following levels: Master, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral.

Target Group 3. Indian Nationals who are studying at or have a degree from an Indian higher education institution that is not a partner university

and who are:

refugees, asylum beneficiaries, or have been subjected to discrimination (ethnic, racial, sexual or disability related). Note that you must provide proof of qualifying for target group 3. The scholarship is offered at the following levels: Undergraduate, Master, Doctoral.

3. Eligibility

*EMECW15 is only open to Indian applicants living in India at the time of application. This programme aims at people that wouldn't have the chance to study or work in Europe without a scholarship.

*Applicants who have already obtained a scholarship through Erasmus Mundus are not eligible. The Erasmus Mundus scholarship is awarded only once. Applicants who have benefited from other scholarships in the past are eligible to apply.

*The EMECW15 scholarship is part of an international exchange scheme and wants to give applicants a chance to study in another continent. Applicants from India can only apply for positions in European universities; applicants from Europe can only apply for positions in Indian universities.

*The EMECW15 scholarship only applies to the partner universities. It’s not possible to use the scholarship to study in other universities.

* You need to have Indian nationality to be able to apply for a scholarship to come study in Europe. People from Iran, Bangladesh etc. that live in India but do not have Indian nationality can NOT apply.

*In order to be eligible, applicants from Europe must be EU citizens currently enrolled in or affiliated with one of the European Partner Universities.

*It’s possible to apply to up to three different universities, in which case the applicant must fill in three separate applications. The first application will be regarded as first choice.

*It’s not possible to apply for more than one course/position in the same university. One can only apply for one course/position in every partner university.

*One can only apply to the courses and positions listed as available in each university’s “Available fields of study”.

4. How to apply:

Click on “Registration” and follow the instructions. You will receive a userID and password to access the applications database.
Find the fields of study of your interest and click on it. A list of academic courses and positions available at all the European and Indian partner universities will appear.
Select a subject area.
Select the type of scholarship/mobility.
Make sure that you read the application and admission conditions for the course of your choice carefully.

5. Technical issues concerning the application

* It’s not possible to save data halfway through the application form. Once started, the form must be completed. It is advisable to read all the instructions beforehand and check that the Internet connection is stable.

* The application can be edited until the application deadline. Applicants can edit their application using the userID and password they received after registration. Applicants are also given a few extra days after the deadline to upload documents.

* The application form is tested successfully in these browsers: Internet Explorer version 5, 6 and 7, Firefox 3 and Opera 9.

* The browser must allow JavaScript and cookies.

*Uploaded documents must have a file size of 3 MB or smaller. Only PDF, JPG and PNG files are allowed to upload. Word documents are not allowed. Please remember to upload documents in black/white.

Source: http://www.pravara.com/erasmuspims.html


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France: Numerical Optimization Postdoctoral Positions 2009 – Ecole Centrale Paris

Postdoctoral Positions For Skilled Research Students At Ecole Centrale Paris – France 2009

Project: Optimal design algorithm using POD-based surrogate models and partially converged FE/FV computations

Position Description:
The DORA project of the MAS lab from Centrale Paris is dedicated to Dimension reduction, Optimization, Reduced Order modelling and design Analysis. A 12 or 24 months-long postdoctoral position about numerical optimization using POD-based surrogate models and partially converged FE/FV computations in proposed.

In this work, the postdoc will find new fast algorithms of multidisciplinary optimal parameter design for the design of complex systems (aircraft, car, etc.).

Position Funding:
This postdoc position is funded by the french “Agence Nationale de la Recherche”, OMD2 project (MultiDisciplinary Optimization II project). It is open for European PhD candidates and foreign candidates

Position Duration & Closing Date:
From now to Nov 2009 – 12 months or 24 months funding


References:
A. Forrester, N. Bressloff and A. Keane, “Optimization using surrogate models and partially converged fluid dynamics simulations”, Proc. R. Soc. A, 462, 2177-2204 (2006).
C. Audouze, F. De Vuyst and P. B. Nair, ”Reduced-order modeling of parameterized PDEs using time-space- parameter principal component analysis: Part I,” International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering, accepted for publication (2009)
F. De Vuyst, C. Audouze, “Réduction de modèles Eléments Finis par POD pour les problèmes paramétrés aux EDP”, Chapitre 2, vol. 2, 48p, dans Optimisation multidisciplinaire en mécanique : les 2 volumes (Traité MIM, série méthodes numériques en mécanique), Hermès Sciences (2009)
F. De Vuyst, “PDE Metamodeling using Principal Component Analysis, Multidisciplinary Design Optimization in Computational Mechanics”, Wiley ISTE, to appear (2009)

Position Objectives:
The aim of this postdoc is to design a proof-of-concept software environment for the optimal design of an industrial system by techniques of reduced-order modelling and Proper Orthogonal Decomposition (POD) that take advantage of partially converged FE/FV computations according to the level of model fidelity. In the paper [1], a pioneered study has been done in this direction. In this postdoc, the aim of the work is to rigorously derive convergence stop criteria according the expected of fidelity of the computation as well as the convergence level within the optimization loop.

Position Requirements:

Good skills in Numerical Analysis, code development, software architecture, C++,
Freefem++, open source CFD codes. Scientific publications in top level
international journals.

Contact Details:
Dr. Florian De Vuyst
Professeur, Laboratoire Mathématiques Appliquées aux Systèmes, Projet DORA
École Centrale Paris
Grande Voie des Vignes
92295 Châtenay-Malabry Cédex
Tél. : 01.41.13.17.19
florian.de-vuyst@ecp.fr

Source: www.ecp.fr


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Germany: Research Assistant Positions – WHU Otto Beisheim School Of Management, 2009

Research Assistant Positions Available For Research Students At WHU Otto Beisheim School Of Management – Germany 2009

About Institute:
The Institute of Management Accounting and Control (IMC) at WHU is one of Europe’s leading research institutes in the fields of management accounting and control. Under the joint directorship of Prof. Dr. Utz Schäffer and Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Jürgen Weber, the Institute bundles the numerous teaching and research activities of the associated professors and Ph.D. students. The IMC also maintains close collaboration with well-known partners in the sciences and practice.

Research Team:
As a member of our research team, you will address challenging issues in management accounting research. You will have the opportunity to collaborate on international research projects and publications and, depending on the main focus of your activities, also work with renowned international companies, support our Controller Panel or assist the editorial team of “Zeitschrift für Controlling und Management” (Journal for Controlling and Management) and the “Advanced Controlling” series.


Position Requirements:
You should have a very good university degree and thesis in economics or another field, be team oriented, have excellent analytical skills and show enthusiasm for research and academic projects. You will be highly motivated and flexible. Previous practical experience, in particular internships and work experience will be an advantage.

Position Applications:
We offer an attractive, challenging work environment in which you will be able to write an excellent dissertation over a period of two to three years. If you want to do more than simply gain a Ph.D and are keen to grasp the creative tension between theory and practice, then send us your application!

Please submit your application by email to beata.kobylarz@whu.edu or by post to:

WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management
Institut für Management und Controlling (IMC)
Frau Beata Kobylarz-Winn
Burgplatz 2, D-56179 Vallendar

Source: www.whu.edu


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Germany: Postdoctoral DAAD Scholarships, RWTHAachen University 2009

DAAD Scholarships For Dcotorate Students At RWTHAachen University – Germany 2009

Scholarship Description:
If you wish to carry out a PhD project at RWTH Aachen University, you will have to find a supervisor (Doktorvater or Doktormutter) who acts as a mentor for your project. As the International Office will not be able to assist you in finding a supervisor, we recommend that you search the RWTH websites in order to find relevant faculties and institutes in order to contact professors who might be suitable as a supervisor. It is important that you find out which specialisations are offered by the faculties and institutes to decide whether they are relevant for you.

About University:

RWTH Aachen University is one of the Institutions of Higher Education in Germany which is entitled to award doctoral degrees. The doctorate mainly consists of a research project which usually does not include taking lectures. PhD projects can be conducted in any field of study at RWTH Aachen University. The subject area chosen by the doctoral candidate is usually part of a greater context and – in the case of applied research – of relevance to industry.

RWTH Aachen University offers only very few of the so-called “structured PhD programmes”. More usually doctoral candidates pursue an independent research project under the supervision of and in close co-operation with a professor (the “Doktorvater” or “Doktormutter”). Candidates are not always enrolled as students, as they also may be employed in a full or part-time position at the university. Their primary task is to conduct a research project which will be a substantial contribution to learning in their field of study. Upon completion of the project, candidates publish the results in form of a dissertation (Doktorarbeit) which is submitted to the faculty. After acceptance of the dissertation, the candidate will have to sit an oral exam. The duration of the entire process can take up from three to five years.


Position Availability:
Holders of scholarships by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) or other national and international organisations are usually not employed at RWTH Aachen University during their doctorate, they are enrolled as postgraduate students.

Position Requirements:

-First, according to regulations of RWTH Aachen University, as a formal requirement, international graduates must have a first degree equivalent to a German university degree in order to be admitted to doctoral studies at RWTH (Master’s or equivalent). Division 2.1 of the International Office will evaluate your degree and decide whether it can be considered equivalent to a German university degree. If the degree is not fully recognized, students have the opportunity to take selected classes and sit exams related to their field of research in order to be admitted to doctoral studies at a later stage.

-Second, an RWTH professor must issue a written confirmation that he or she is willing to accept the candidate in his or her research team. A candidate may only apply for doctoral studies at RWTH Aachen University upon finding a supervising professor.

-Third, the responsible faculty has to decide whether the candidate has sufficient technical, subject-specific qualification to be accepted as a PhD student at the faculty. Therefore, prospective doctoral students have to apply for admission to the faculty in which they wish to undertake their PhD project. This application is called “Application for Recognition of your Qualification for Doctoral Study”; in German, “Antrag auf Zuerkennung der Promotionsvoraussetzungen”. Concerning your application and the necessary requirements, please contact the PhD study advisor of the faculty in question.

Position Applications:
International candidates may find a RWTH professor willing to supervise their PhD project by:

Using the contacts and following the recommendation of a professor in their home country who may have relations with RWTH Aachen University
Contacting a RWTH Aachen University professor (who is known to the candidate) by mail, fax or e-mail
Contacting the study advisor (Fachstudienberater) of the faculty you would like to join (Study Advisors)
Searching the website of RWTH Aachen University for information on the various fields of study, departments, and institutes and getting hold of contact data of the professors in charge

After having found a professor who is willing to accept you as a doctoral student, you have officially to apply for the admission to doctoral studies at the faculty in question and at the International Office of RWTH Aachen University. For every faculty, there is a co-ordinator concerned with the admission of doctoral candidates (see also: Application Process: Approval of Qualification for Doctoral Studies).

If you contact any professor, please do so in writing:
Faculties and Division

When you write to the professor, please include:
-your envisaged dissertation topic
-your CV
-copies of your certificates and diplomas
-evidence of German and English language proficiency

Website: www.rwth-aachen.de


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France: Smart Visualization Postdoctoral Positions, Ecole Centrale Paris 2009

Project: Smart Visualization algorithms for numerical engineering design

Position Description:
The DORA project (Dimension – Optimization – Reduction – Analysis), MAS lab of École Centrale Paris offers a postdoctoral position of 24 months long in the field of numerical Engineering design. Candidates must have an expertise in Applied Mathematics in the field of Scientific Computing or estimation/statistics/learning.

This disciplinary subject has been proposed because of the recurrent need by industrial people of decision-making tools allowing for the fast exploration of admissible design space. Ideally, an engineer expects to request a decision-making system in order to find a (or the) wished designs subject to dimensioning, performance and cost constraints. Such a system is a coherent integrated environment made of components coming from different fields: reduced order representations of Finite Elements Fields, high-dimensional visualization, scoring, feature extraction, learning…

Position Funding:
This postdoc position is funded by the CSDL project, Pöle de Compétitivité System@tic from Région Ile-de- France

Starting & Closing Date & Duration:
From Sept to Dec 2009 – 24 months funding


References:
Projet CSDL, Complex System Design Lab, Pôle System@tic
Aerospace Systems Design Laboratory (ASDL)
C. Audouze, F. De Vuyst and P. B. Nair, ”Reduced-order modeling of parameterized PDEs using time-space- parameter principal component analysis: Part I,” International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering, accepted for publication (2009)
F. De Vuyst, C. Audouze, “Réduction de modèles Eléments Finis par POD pour les problèmes paramétrés aux EDP”, Chapitre 2, vol. 2, 48p, dans Optimisation multidisciplinaire en mécanique : les 2 volumes (Traité MIM, série méthodes numériques en mécanique), Hermès Sciences (2009)
F. De Vuyst, “PDE Metamodeling using Principal Component Analysis, Multidisciplinary Design Optimization in Computational Mechanics,” Wiley ISTE, to appear (2009)

Position Objectives:
The aim of this postdoc is to design a proof-of-concept software environment for the fast exploration of admissible design space (subject to constraints), feature searching, extraction and visualization, FE solution clustering and optimization “on-the-fly” from very low-order representations of FE solutions parameterized by design variables.

Position Requirements:

Excellent knowledge in approximation theory, code development, software
architecture, C++,Scilab, R open source CFD codes. Scientific publications in
top level international journals.

Contact Details:
Dr. Florian De Vuyst
Professeur, Laboratoire Mathématiques Appliquées aux Systèmes, Projet DORA
École Centrale Paris
Grande Voie des Vignes
92295 Châtenay-Malabry Cédex
Tél. : 01.41.13.17.19
florian.de-vuyst@ecp.fr

Website: www.ecp.fr


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France: The Eiffel Scholarships For International & Home Students By Science Po

The Eiffel scholarship programme, launched in January 1999 by the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, is aimed at foreign students whose outstanding ability has been recognised by French institutions of higher education who then wish to host these students for the rest of their studies. The programme is primarily designed to provide education in France for future decision makers in both the private sector and in the national administrations of emerging countries.

Scholarship Eligibility:

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs gives priority to candidates from emerging countries and above all to those who are underrepresented in French universities and higher education institutions: Asia, Latin America, Eastern Europe and new members of the EU and the Middle East.

Applications received from students currently studying abroad are prioritised over those from students already living in France.

Students are unable to apply directly for the Eiffel Scholarship. Applications
must be made through a higher education institution. If you are studying in two
higher education institutions, you can only submit a single application. In
order to apply, you already need to have been offered a place at Sciences Po.
For your application to be successful, it is therefore essential that you
respect our deadlines.

Sciences Po only proposes those candidates whose profiles match the priorities of the Eiffel scholarship. If you are offered a place to study at


Sciences Po, we will inform you whether your application will be sent on to Egide (the organisation in charge of this scholarship).

Candidates must be under 30 years of age.

Candidates wishing to go on to teach or carry out research are not eligible for this scholarship, as other funding programmes are open to them.

Students who already receive a grant or scholarship from the French government may not apply.

Students who have previously applied for an Eiffel scholarship and who have been unsuccessful may not re-apply, even if they change their field of studies.

Scholarship Value:
The monthly grant is €1181.
The Eiffel Scholarship does not cover tuition fees. Students offered a place to study at Sciences Po who receive the scholarship are therefore responsible for paying the annual tuition fees.

Scholarship Duration:
The Eiffel Scholarship is awarded for the period necessary to complete the course to which students have applied. This is subject to students fulfilling the academic obligations during each year of the course.

Closing Date: November 24, 2009.

Scholarship Applications:
Students who wish to be proposed for the scholarship by Sciences Po after having been offered a place must send the Eiffel Scholarship application form with their application to Sciences Po. It is the candidates’ responsibility to complete the first three pages of the application and to provide the necessary documentation. Incomplete applications will not be processed (and will therefore not be forwarded on to Egide).

The deadline for applications set by Sciences Po, November 24, 2009, is not the date on which applications must be received by Egide. This is because it is necessary to have been offered a place at Sciences Po in order to be eligible for the Eiffel Scholarship. Applications received after this date will not be processed.

Contact Details:
http://www.egide.asso.fr/fr/programmes/eiffel/
Égide – Programme Eiffel
28 rue de la Grange-aux-Belles, 75010 Paris
Telephone No: + 33 (0)1 40 40 59 30
Fax: + 33 (0)1 40 40 59 24
E-mail: eiffel@egide.asso.fr

Website: admissions.sciences-po.fr/en


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Netherlands: PhD Position on Motion in Vacuum by Elastic Mechanisms and Tribology (MOV-ET), University of Twente

09/088 – PhD for a project entitled: MOV-ET: Motion in Vacuum by Elastic mechanisms and Tribology

In High Tech Systems Industries, mechatronical devices for accurate and reliable positioning in vacuum become increasingly important. Movement in vacuum required specific solutions for the moving parts. The usage of lubricants is often not desired for reasons of reliability and pollution of optical components in the vacuum. Therefore other solutions are required. Two options are:
1.Non-contaminating systems like elastic mechanisms
2.Systems with controllable friction and wear.

Elastic mechanisms are researched by
1.a PhD student in the Mechanical Automation Group and Systems and
2.solutions with controllable friction and wear by a PhD student in the Surface Technology and Tribology Group.

Position 2) is the open PhD position.

Because friction in systems is not constant in space and time, accurate positioning and movement of sliding systems is difficult. This unpredictable behaviour is an important reason that limits the development of systems which are required for products with high accuracy (sub-micron). More specific, static friction is one of the reasons that systems cannot be positioned accurately. Further, the fact that friction is not constant, combined with the stiffness and damping properties of the system, can result in friction inducted vibrations (stick-slip). Another aspect is that wear causes surface changes in the track. This also affects the stability of the frictional behaviour in time and because of this also the positioning accuracy.


In the research, the friction and wear behaviour will be studied using a special setup operating in vacuum. It is anticipated that also PEEM (Photoemission Electron Microscopy) will play a role to analyse the wear track. The research is partially experimental in nature using modern analysis equipment. Besides this, design of (parts) of the experimental setup as well modelling aspects will be a part of the work.

The research is a first step into the development of smart surfaces using active piezo layers with the aim to modify the topography of a surface by external signals.

Partners in this project are DEMCON, ASML, FEI, TNO Science and Industry, Philips Applied Technologies, Vision Dynamics and the Research group of Mechanical Automation of the faculty of Engineering Technology.

Profile

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and fluently English speaking researcher with an MSc degree in mechanical engineering, applied physics or equivalent, with adequate experimental and theoretical skills and affinity with tribology and vacuum systems.

We are looking for candidates with good team spirit, who like to work in an internationally oriented environment.

Offer

We offer a scientific education on a multidisciplinary subject. The assignment is for 4 years, with a go/no-go assessment at the end of the first year. The candidates are expected to finish the project with a PhD thesis and disseminate the results through patents (if applicable), publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences. Your starting salary will be € 2042, – in the first year and will lead up to € 2612, – gross per month in the last year.

Information and application

For more information, please contact:

Dr.ir. M.B. de Rooij, (telephone number *31 53 489 1178 e- mail m.b.derooij@utwente.nl or Prof.dr.ir. D.J. Schipper (telephone number *31 053 489 2469 e-mail : d.j.schipper@utwente.nl )

If you are interested in this position, please send your application with a motivation letter and your CV to: personeelszaken@ctw.utwente.nl. If you are not able to respond by e-mail you may also send your application by regular post to Universiteit Twente, P&O Engineering Technology, Postbus 217 7500 AE Enschede.

Please mention vacancy number 09/088.

Source:
http://www.utwente.nl/vacatures/en/Academic%20Staff/09-088-eng.doc/


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Singapore: Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships 2009 at National University of Singapore

Scholarship opportunity to study in Singapore for postgraduate program. The Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships (“Scholarships”) were established from donations received from the Lee Foundation and are the University’s most prestigious scholarship awards for graduate students.

The selection of candidates will take place once a year, in time for the start of the academic year in August. Up to 5 new Scholarships will be given each year. Not all Scholarships will be awarded unless there are candidates of sufficient merit.

a) Eligibility

The Scholarships are open to students of all nationalities who gain admission to any Ph.D. programme at the University. In keeping with the donor’s wishes, the Scholarships will be awarded to well-rounded individuals showing exceptional promise who have an appropriate balance of intellect and character. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of demonstrated academic excellence, leadership and a commitment to service.

b) Award Amount

(i) A monthly stipend of S$3,300;
(ii) Tuition, examination fees and other approved fees at NUS;
(iii) An annual book allowance of S$500;
(iv) A one-off air travel allowance of 2 return tickets of up to S$4,000 (only for overseas students subject to a maximum of S$2,000 per ticket); and
(v) A one-off laptop allowance of S$1,500.


c) Award Period

The award is tenable for 1 year in the first instance; but subject to the scholar’s satisfactory progress, it may be renewed annually. The maximum period of award is 4 years.

d) Bond

No bond is required.

e) Application Procedure

Incoming Ph.D. candidates will have to indicate their interest in the Scholarship via the NUS Graduate Research Programme Application System at:

http://www.nus.edu.sg/registrar/edu/gd-applnres.html

Apart from the other supporting documents required for Ph.D. admission, candidates interested in the Scholarship must also submit a personal essay and a record of co-curricular activities or community service. Short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview either in Singapore or their home country.

Application deadline: 15 November

f) Notification of Award

Successful candidates will be informed of the outcome of their applications sometime in April.

g) Terms and Conditions

Successful applicants will be required to sign a letter of undertaking agreeing to observe the terms and conditions for the award of the Scholarship. A copy of the current terms and conditions can be accessed here at:

https://share.nus.edu.sg/registrar/info/gd/LKC%20Scholarships%20-%20T_C.pdf

h) Change in Policy

The above information is subject to change at any time. For current information on the Scholarship, please contact the graduate division of the relevant Faculty or School

Further details go to:
http://www.nus.edu.sg/registrar/gdfa/gd-lkc.html


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