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Ph.D Fellowships in Grid Converter for LED Based Light, Aalborg University
2008-04-20 12:54:00
Denmark. Three years PhD fellowships are available within Department of Energy Technology, Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine. The study will be in the Electrical and Electronics Engineering programme with the subject “Grid converter for LED based intelligent light sources”. Interested candidates are expected to hold a Masters degree in Electrical Engineering and should have a sound background in electronics, switch mode converters and control theory applied to power converters. Good analytical skills and a sharp interest in practical investigation are also required. Successful candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of the Faculty. The progress of the PhD student will be assessed every six months. It is a prerequisite for continuation of salary payment that the previous progress is approved at the time of the evaluation. (more…) Ph.D Fellowships in Grid Converter for LED Based Light , Aalborg University Share This Tags: aalborg&nb...

Postgraduate Scholarships in Medieval Studies, University of Leeds
2008-04-20 12:43:00
UK. Bibliography Scholarships is currently offered by the Institute of Medieval Studies (IMS) for international postgraduate students who are beginning either the MA programme or the PhD in the Institute. The scholarship is worth £1500 (paid in instalments over the academic year). The successful candidates will work in the team producing the International Medieval Bibliography. They will receive training in the principles and practice of bibliographical abstracting and indexing in the different disciplines relevant to Medieval Studies, with particular emphasis on historical geography, manuscript referencing and different linguistic equivalents of index terms. They will undertake practical work experience in the production of an electronic serial bibliography under the supervision of the Editor of the International Medieval Bibliography, (more…) Postgraduate Scholar...
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PhD Studentships in Bionanomaterials, University of Liverpool
2008-04-20 11:46:00
UK. A PhD studentships are currently available in an EPSRC funded project within the Department of Chemistry. Salary would be £12,600 pa (rising to £12,940 pa from 1 October). This project will involve the design, synthesis and evaluation of inorganic nanoparticles for drug and gene delivery. Skills acquired will include covalent biomolecule functionalisation of inorganic nanoparticles, transmission and scanning electron microscopy, assays for drug and gene release and evaluation of the magnetic and porous properties of these materials. The successful candidate will work in a group of over 20 postdoctoral and PhD scientists. (more…) PhD Studentships in Bionanomaterials, University of Liverpool Share This Tags: bionanomaterials, chemistry, EPSRC, phd studentships, uk, university of liverpool

MSc(Eng) Scholarships/Internships in Microelectronic Systems and Telecommun
2008-04-20 10:04:00
UK. University of Liverpool. ARM Scholarships /Internships are open to students holding an offer for the MSc(Eng) Microelectronic Systems (preferred) or MSc(Eng) Microelectronic Systems and Telecommunications at the University of Liverpool’s Department of Electrical Engineering and Electronics. The scholarships package include: £4,200 ARM R&D award and £1000 International Advancement Award from the University of Liverpool (to be deducted from the tuition fees). Guaranteed 3 month internship with ARM R&D in Cambridge, UK with graduate level salary (June to September 2009). (more…) MSc(Eng) Scholarships/Internships in Microelectronic Systems and Telecommunications Share This Tags: electrical engineering, electronics, internships, microelectronic systems, msc eng, telecommunication, uk, university of liverpool

PhD Fellowships in Computer Science and Engineering, Aalborg University
2008-04-20 06:27:00
Denmark.Three years PhD fellow positions are available within the Department of Computer Science , Faculties of Engineering , Science and Medicine. The study will be in the Computer Science and Engineering. Interested candidates are expected to hold a Masters degree. Successful candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of the Faculty. The progress of the PhD student will be assessed every six months. It is a prerequisite for continuation of salary payment that the previous progress is approved at the time of the evaluation. Applicants are advised to identify and take contact with a potential supervisor in the Department of Computer Science with the aim of preparing a proposal for a PhD study. (more…) PhD Fellowships in Computer Science and Engineering, Aalborg University Share This Tags: aalborg university, computer science, denmark, engineering, phd fellowships

Associate Professor Positions in Physical Geography, Aalborg University
2008-04-20 06:00:00
Denmark. A position as Associate Professor in Physical Geography is currently available within the Divison of Water and Soil, Department of Civil Engineering, Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine. The level of qualification for Associate Professors shall correspond to the level, which can be achieved on the basis of the appointment as Assistant Professor, but may be achievable in other ways. The appointment presupposes that the applicant can demonstrate original scientific production at an international level as well as documented teaching qualifications. Applicants with documented teaching and/or research experience within one or more of the areas climatology, eco-hydrology, and geomorphology will be preferred. The person appointed must be able to cover various aspects of geography and be willing to lecture at university level. The person appointed is expected to speak one of the Scandinavian languages or to be willing to learn Danish during the first year of employment....
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Postdoctoral Fellowships in Synthetic Chemistry and Chemical Biology
2008-04-19 21:39:00
UK. University of Leeds. Four years fixed term Postdoctoral research fellowships are available within the School of Chemistry , Faculty of Mathematics and Physical Sciences. The positions are available within an EPSRC funded project granted to Professor Adam Nelson, Dr Stuart Warriner and Dr Paul Ko Ferrigno (School of Chemistry and Astbury Centre and Leeds Institute of Molecular Medicine and Astbury Centre respectively). The project will involve (a) the development and implementation of methodology for the synthesis of skeletally-diverse natural product-like macrocycles; and (b) the screening of the compound library prepared using a range of established cell-based assays. (more…) Postdoctoral Fellowships in Synthetic Chemistry and Chemical Biology Share This Tags: chemical biology, chemistry, EPSRC, postdoctoral fellowships, synthetic chemistry, uk, university of leeds

Assistant Professor Positions in Geotechnical Engineering, Aalborg Universi
2008-04-19 13:00:00
Denmark. 3 years position as Assistant Professor in Geotechnical Engineering is currently available within the Divison of Water and Soil, Department of Civil Engineering, Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine. The position is associated with the education in civil engineering at Aalborg University. The main duties of the position will be to implement and strengthen teaching and research within geotechnical engineering. Teaching in related study programmes at the University may occur. Appointment to assistant professor presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasised in the overall assessment. Applicants with documented teaching and/or research experience within one or more of the areas engineering geology, foundations and soil mechanics will be preferred. Furthermore, the position involves supervision in interdisciplinary projects. The person appointed must therefore be able ...

Associate Professor Positions in Architechtural Engineering, Aalborg Univer
2008-04-19 11:05:00
Denmark. A position as Associate Professor in Architechtural Engineering is currently available at the Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine, Department of Civil Engineering. The level of qualification for Associate Professors shall correspond to the level, which can be achieved on the basis of the appointment as Assistant Professor, but may be achievable in other ways. The appointment presupposes that the applicant can demonstrate original scientific production at an international level as well as documented teaching qualifications. Appointment to the position requires that both research and teaching qualifications are at the requested level. The two qualifications will be given equal and principal priority in the overall assessment. (more…) Share This Tags: aalborg university, architecture, associate professor, civil engineering, denmark
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Postdoctoral Positions in Biomedical Engineering, Aalborg University
2008-04-19 09:40:00
Denmark. Open for application, postdoctoral positions in Biomedical Engineering within the Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine, Department of Health Science and Technology. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment. Appointment to Postdoc presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD level or similar scientific qualifications. Appointment to Postdoc cannot exceed a period of four years in total at the same institution. Research areas will be within biomedical engineering with a focus on peripheral neural recording and stimulation techniques in implantable rehabilitation technologies. It is an advantage that the candidate has previous experience with design, implementation and test of implantable electrodes . (more…) Share This Tags: aalborg university, biomedical engineering, denmark, health science, postdoctoral positions
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Associate Professor Positions in Statistics, Aalborg University
2008-04-19 09:20:00
Denmark. Several positions as Associate Professor in Statistics are currently available at the Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine, Department of Mathematical Sciences. The level of qualification for Associate Professors shall correspond to the level, which can be achieved on the basis of the appointment as Assistant Professor, but may be achievable in other ways. The appointment presupposes that the applicant can demonstrate original scientific production at an international level as well as documented teaching qualifications. Appointment to the position requires that both research and teaching qualifications are at the requested level. The two qualifications will be given equal and principal priority in the overall assessment. (more…) Share This Tags: aalborg university, associate professor, denmark, mathematical science
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PhD Studentships in Statistics and Modelling Science, University of Strathc
2008-04-17 21:28:00
UK. 3 years full time PhD studentship is offered within in Dept of Statistics and Modelling Science (STAMS). Student will be involved in a research project entitled with “Mathematical Modelling of the Spread of Hepatitis C among Injecting Drug Users (IDUs) in Scotland”. This project is co-funded by EPSRC/Health Protection Scotland (HPS). Interested candidates should hold or expect to hold at least a good Honours degree (2.1 or above) in a relevant discipline. The studentship is available for applicants from Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, UK. (more…) Share This Tags: EPSRC, health, mathematical models, phd studentships, statistics, uk, university of strathclyde
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PhD Fellowships in Innovation and Business Development
2008-04-17 17:42:00
Denmark. Aalborg University. Three years PhD fellow positions are available within the Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine, Center for Industrial Production. The study will be in the Mechanical Engineering programme in the field of “Innovation and Business Development ”. Interested candidates are expected to hold a Masters degree.Successful candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of the Faculty. The progress of the PhD student will be assessed every six months. It is a prerequisite for continuation of salary payment that the previous progress is approved at the time of the evaluation. (more…) Share This Tags: aalborg university, denmark, mechanical engineering, phd fellowships

PhD Fellowships in Production and Service Systems Design
2008-04-17 14:41:00
Denmark. Aalborg University. Three years PhD fellow positions are available within the Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine, Center for Industrial Production . The PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Masters degree. Successful candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of the Faculties of Engineering, Science and Medicine. The progress of the PhD student shall be assessed every six months. It is a prerequisite for continuation of salary payment that the previous progress is approved at the time of the evaluation. The study will be in the Mechanical Engineering programme in the field of “Production and Service Systems Design ” (more…) Share This Tags: aalborg university, denmark, mechanical engineering, phd fellowships

Research Assistant Positions in Cancer Care, Coventry University
2008-04-15 21:55:00
UK. Twelve month fixed term Research Assistant - Peer Navigator in Cancer Care positions are available within the Applied Research Centre in Health and Lifestyle Interventions, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. The main purpose of this positions is to conduct and organise peer navigator intervention relating to pilot decision support service for Breast and Prostate Cancer Patient. The salary range would be £20,724 - £23,886 pro rata per annum. The main purpose of this jobs is to develop, conduct, project manage and disseminate research in the peer navigator project. You will have to report to Dr. Belinda Hacking (PI and clinical supervisor) and for research advice to Dr. Nahid Ahmad and Prof. Louise Wallace. (more…) Share This Tags: cancer care, coventry university, health, research assistant positions, uk
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PhD Studentships in Engineering and Computing, Coventry University
2008-04-15 20:17:00
UK. Applications are invited for a three years full-time funded PhD research studentship in the Faculty of Engineering and Computing . The studentship is part of a £1.2million Technology Strategy Board funded programme to develop a commercial CAE tool for assessing and predicting the durability of adhesive and hybrid joints under constant and variable amplitude loads to simulate road conditions. The successful applicant will be expected to support and contribute to all three parts of the programme. This studentship will involve working closely with the software company to develop and test new software tools for a range of joint types including adhesive joints, riveted joints, spot welded joints, and hybrid joints combining adhesives with rivets or spot welds. The project will run within the Advanced Joining Research Centre at the university, in collaboration with nCode a leading analysis software company and Jaguar Cars a market leader in aluminium car technology. (more…) Sh...
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Research Assitant Positions in Health Psychology, Coventry University
2008-04-15 11:10:00
UK. Two years Health Psychologist-Research Assistant positions are available within the Applied Research Centre in Health and Lifestyle Interventions, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. The research includes undertaking interviews and conducting questionnaires with patients and clinicians, analysis and dissemination of results. You will be working with clinical psychologists and the local cancer team. Personal development is encouraged including stage 2 BPS Chartership in health psychology. The salary range would be £20,724 - £23,886 pro rata per annum. The main purpose of this jobs is to develop, conduct, project manage and disseminate research in the peer navigator project. You will have to report to Professor Louise Wallace, with advice from Dr Nahid Ahmad, with day to day supervision by DR Belinda Hacking. Quailified candidates are expected to have Psychology Honours (second class or above), or related social/ health/ life sciences subject. Masters in psychology or related s...
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PhD Research Positions in Mathematics, Utrecht University
2008-04-14 23:24:00
Netherlands. Four years full time researcher positions are available within the Mathematical Institute. The candidates are expected to perform research in an area of Mathematics represented in the Mathematical Institute. The research is expected to lead to a dissertation after four years. The candidate will also participate in the education program of the department of Mathematics (max 15% of the time). Quailified candidates are those excellent and enthusiastic researchers holding a MSc in Mathematics. Also researchers with a PhD in Physics and a strong mathematical background. The Mathematical Institute hosts about 25 tenured staff, 25 PhD students and 10 postdocs. The number of students (graduate and undergraduate) is about 300. The institute has the ambition to cover a broad range of active areas of research. (more…) Share This Tags: mathematics, netherlands, physics, research position, utrecht university
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Postdoctoral Fellowships in Medical Ethics, University of Hong Kong
2008-04-14 22:55:00
Hong Kong. Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Medical Ethics Unit of the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, from outstanding and self-motivated candidates with a proven research track record in the social, ethical, legal and philosophical aspects of medicine and/or biotechnology, from as soon as possible, for a period of 30 months. Applicants should possess a PhD degree or a medical degree with experience in the quantitative/qualitative aspects of research. Fluency in Cantonese and good writing skill in English are essential. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Annual leave and medical/dental benefits will be provided. (more…) Share This Tags: biotechnology, hong kong, medical, medical ethics, postdoctoral fellowships, university of hong kong
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Postgraduate Studentships in Sociology, Philosophy and Theology
2008-04-07 06:00:00
UK. University of Exeter. Three years fully funded studentships are available to students who plan to enrol in MPhil or PhD programme in Sociology , Philosophy and Theology   within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Awards are payable in instalments on enrolment and continuation is subject to satisfactory annual progression. Studentships are awarded on academic merit and are open to applicants from the UK/EU and overseas. Successful students will probably have applied for Research Council funding or equivalent competitive schemes. (more…) Share This Tags: philosophy, postgraduate studentships, sociology, theology, uk, university of exeter
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International Scholarships in Waste Management Research and Education
2008-04-06 13:06:00
USA. Environmental Research and Education Foundation (EREF). The scholarships are awarded each year by The Foundation for PhD or postdoctoral level. Scholarships recognize graduate students pursuing excellence in waste management research and education. Recipients are chosen based on credentials and potential contributions to the solid waste industry and its scientific contributions to the solid waste industry and its scientific community. Scholarships awards are given based on:Academic or professional performance, Relevance of one’s work to the advancement of waste management scienc and the potentiality for success. (more…) Share This Tags: each year, environment, postdoctoral, postdoctoral research, postgraduate scholarships, usa, waste management research
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Postgraduate Studentships in Arab and Islamic Studies, University of Exeter
2008-04-06 06:00:00
UK. Three years fully funded studentships are available to students who plan to enrol in MPhil or PhD programme in Arab and Islamic Studies within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Awards are payable in instalments on enrolment and continuation is subject to satisfactory annual progression. Studentships are awarded on academic merit and are open to applicants from the UK/EU and overseas. Successful students will probably have applied for Research Council funding or equivalent competitive schemes. (more…) Share This Tags: arab, arab studies, islamic studies, postgraduate studentships, uk, university of exeter
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Bonamy Dobrée PhD Scholarships in English Studies, University of Leeds
2008-04-05 13:00:00
UK. The School of English is offering two full-fee awards to international research postgraduate students commencing their studies in October this year. The bursary will pay the full cost of tuition fees at the international rate and £500 maintenance per annum (renewable annually up to a maximum of 3 years on condition of satisfactory progress). The award-holder will be registered as a provisional PhD candidate, and would be expected to up-grade to full PhD status within twelve months of registration. Applicants for these awards are also expected to make an application to the ORSAS competition through the University of Leeds . (more…) Share This Tags: english studies, phd scholarships, uk, university of leeds
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Postgraduate Studentships in Politics and International Relations
2008-04-05 06:00:00
UK. University of Exeter. Three years fully funded studentships are available to students who plan to enrol in MPhil or PhD programme in Politics and International Relations within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Awards are payable in instalments on enrolment and continuation is subject to satisfactory annual progression. Studentships are awarded on academic merit and are open to applicants from the UK/EU and overseas. Successful students will probably have applied for Research Council funding or equivalent competitive schemes. (more…) Share This Tags: international relations, politics, postgraduate studentships, uk, university of exeter
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PhD Studentships in Finance, EDHEC Business School
2008-04-04 13:00:00
France. Six three years PhD studentships are being made available by the EDHEC Business School for students pursuing PhD in Finance . These will be in form of research assistantships or teaching assistantships. Students on the Residential Track will work as research assistants at the EDHEC Risk and Asset Management Research Centre, as research assistants to senior finance faculty, or as teaching assistants (TA) in the department of accounting, law, finance and economics. In return for their part-time duties with the school, students will receive a full tuition waiver plus competitive research assitant/ teaching assistant compensation (38,700 euros per annum). (more…) Share This Tags: edhec business school, france, phd in finance, phd studentships

Postgraduate Studentships in History, University of Exeter
2008-04-04 06:00:00
UK. Three years fully funded studentships are available to students who plan to enrol in MPhil or PhD programme in History or Classics and/or Ancient History within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Awards are payable in instalments on enrolment and continuation is subject to satisfactory annual progression. Studentships are awarded on academic merit and are open to applicants from the UK/EU and overseas. Successful students will probably have applied for Research Council funding or equivalent competitive schemes. (more…) Share This Tags: history, postgraduate studentships, uk, university of exeter
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PhD Scholarships in Biological Sciences, Macquarie University
2008-04-03 17:22:00
Australia. MQRES scholarships are available to Australian and international students under the scholarships scheme entitled as MQRES (Macquarie University Research Excellence Scholarship) Modelling Climate Change Impacts on Australian Forests PhD Scholarship. Applicants should have completed an Australian four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with first class honours, or demonstrate equivalent research qualifications from an Australian or overseas University. This project would suit a candidate with a background in plant physiology or plant ecology and a strong numerical aptitude. The scholarship pays a living allowance currently $20,007 per annum, tax exempt (2008) and the tenure is 3.5 years full time, subject to satisfactory progress. Tuition fees will be funded for the scholarship tenure, with domestic students receiving Research Training Scheme (RTS) placement for their tuition, and International award holders having their fees sponsored. (more…) Shar...
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Post-doctoral Fellow in Sociology of Higher Education, University of Hong K
2008-04-03 13:01:00
Hong Kong. 3 years postdoctoral fellowships at the Faculty of Education are currently open for applications. Applicants should be PhD degree holders with relevant research background. The appointee will be expected to: participate in an on-going research on the sociology of higher education in China and East Asia; work with a team and doctoral students who are researching China’s higher education reform and its implications for regional development, (ethnic minority) access and equity in higher education, and social capital issues within higher education; participate in the team for the second international survey of the academic profession, specifically the China systems; and develop research proposals for future projects. (more…) Share This Tags: higher education, hong kong, post doctoral fellow, postdoctoral fellowships, sociology, university of hong kong
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PhD Scholarships in Psychology, Aarhus University
2008-04-03 06:00:00
Denmark. The PhD scholarships are available for students pursuing PhD degree within the Departement of Psychology , Faculty of Social Sciences. The PhD programme is divided into two main part (A and B). During the first two years (part A), students are enrolled in a parallel programme concurrently in both the Master’s degree programme and the PhD degree programme. After successful completion of Part A, the Master’s degree is conferred. During the last two years (part B), enrolled as a PhD student only. The PhD degree is conferred upon satisfactory completion of Part B, including the submission of a PhD dissertation of a satisfactory academic standard and a successful oral defence. (more…) Share This Tags: aarhus university, denmark, phd scholarships, psychology
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Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Environmental Engineering, Uni
2008-04-01 22:36:00
Hong Kong. Applications are invited for appointments as Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Environmental Engineering within the Department of Civil Engineering. The position will be on three-year fixed-term basis, with consideration for tenure after satisfactory completion of a second three-year fixed-term contract. Applicants should possess a PhD degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, with practical experience in the industry and a strong background in teaching and research. The appointee will be expected to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses and be strongly committed to research. He/She will also be expected to interact closely with other members in the Department. Applicants should have a strong background in the area of environmental hydraulics or a related field. Expertise in advanced experimental methods and/or computational modeling would be an advantage. (more…) Share This Tags: assistant professor, associate professor, civil&...