The research group Applied Mathematics, headed by Prof. Karel int Hout and Prof. Wim Vanroose, department Mathematics and Computer Science, Universiteit Antwerpen and the Condensed Matter Theory group, headed by Prof Francois Peeters and Prof. Bart Partoens, department of Physics, collaborate in a project to develop efficient computational methods for the simulation and mathematical description of superconductors and quantum dots. For this interdisciplinary project, we have an opening of a fulltime (m/f) PhD scholarship Numerical Analysis / Computational Physics Profile: The candidate is expected to hold a masters degree in a subject related to the project and to have: * Strong background in iterative methods for large linear and non-linear systems. * Background in numerical analysis of computational methods. * Skills in Scientific computing and programming. We offer: * an interdisciplinary work environment * the positions start 1 Oktober 2007 * the scholarship ...

The Center for Africana Studies and the Center for Educational Resources of the Johns Hopkins Universitys Sheridan Libraries seek a Post Doctoral Fellow to be project manager for a 3-year initiative to uncover hidden collections in historical archives of Baltimore, MD. The position requires an individual with subject-related training to oversee student archival teams who will collaborate with curators, faculty, and technology specialists to inventory and process letters, photographs, and other primary resources; create descriptions of archival content; and post those descriptions to a web-accessible, searchable database. The project manager will develop a strategy for evaluating the project at various stages, participate in outreach activities, and manage the reporting process during the course of the project. The project manager will also teach one survey course in 20th century African American History and Culture each year. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a humanities discip...

A full research position (German BAT II standard) initially for two years is available for a good candidate (Master Degree or equivalent with high grade) with a background in mechanical engineering, physics or equivalent interested in numerical modeling on micro-fluidics with particle methods (dissipative particle dynamics (DPD) or smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH)). This research will be a part of the work which leads to a doctor degree in mechanical engineering. Application Xiangyu Hu Email: xiangyu.hu@aer.mw.tum.de Tel: +49-89-289-16152 Fax: +49-89-289-16139 http://www.aer.mw.tum.de Institute of Aerodynamics Technical University of Munich Boltzmannstr. 15 Garching 85748 Germany

Seeking a research scientist with or without previous postdoctoral experience who wishes to join a laboratory focused on the molecular characterization of heme regulation of hepatic protein and hemoprotein (cytochromes P450) syntheses and proteolytic degradation. Applicants must have a recent PhD degree in Biochemistry, Molecular/Cell Biology, Medicinal Chemistry or Chemical Biology and publication-documented expertise in molecular cloning, cell/isolation and culture, RNAi gene knockdown, enzymology, protein chemistry and/or other modern molecular biological/biochemical techniques & approaches. Salary & fringe benefits related to years of relevant experience & commensurate with UC and NIH guidelines. Application If interested forward CV and the names/addresses of 3 relevant references familiar with applicant's research potential and recent research activities to: Prof. Maria Almira Correia Department of Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology University of California, San F...

We’re looking for highly motivated students and postdocs to work in the field of Ubiquitin signaling, DNA-dependent processes and cancer. Our interest: Ubiquitination of proteins is a post-translational modification required for a wide spectrum of biological functions, and defects in several processes involving ubiquitination underlie human diseases. The best characterized ubiquitination reaction involves the formation of polyubiquitin chains, leading to the degradation of target proteins by the proteasome. However, ubiquitination is a complex modification that also mediates cellular functions other than protein degradation. Protein modification by ubiquitin is a reversible reaction and specific proteases can remove the ubiquitin moiety.A vast repertoire of deubiquitinases (DUBs), including approximately 80 genes, are encoded by the human genome, and are emerging as important regulators of the ubiquitination-mediated processes. As the DUBs are largely unknown, establishing the biologic...

A two years post-doctoral position starting in 2007 is open at the Institute of Mathematical Research in Rennes (France) for Computational Systems Biology of Cancer. Starting date: September 2007. This position is created to support the participation of IRMAR to the interdisciplinary project SITCON (Modeling signal transduction induced by a chimeric oncogene) in collaboration with the Curie Institute in Paris and with the computer science laboratory IRISA in Rennes (Symbiose team). Job description: Qualitative modeling of molecular pathways involved in the Ewing inducible cellular model. The role of this post-doc is to apply and to extend existent qualitative approaches to heterogeneous data in cancer. These approaches use qualitative equations, graph theoretical methods and polynomial coding in finite fields. Qualitative modeling will be used for three purposes: * Construction and correction of graphical models which integrate information from heterogeneous data: micro-arrays, mic...

LES/DNS Model Development for jets and combustion. The Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering is one of the largest and most successful engineering departments in the UK and boasts an established reputation for excellence in teaching and research, as well as strong links with industry. We conduct a diverse range of internationally-recognized research programmes. Engines research is a special strength of the School and long-established strategic partnerships are in place with, for example, Ford and Caterpillar (Perkins Engines). We have an established research group working on LES modelling for application to combustion in engines. Applications are invited for a PhD student to work on the development of modelling techniques, based on Large Eddy Simulation (LES) and Direct Eddy Simulation DNS for the prediction of turbulent combusting flows, which will contribute to the development of future technology for sustainable energy with improved efficiency and reliability of...

A postdoctoral position is available in the group of Hue Sun Chan in the Department of Biochemistry (http://biochemistry.utoronto.ca/chan/bch.html). Research interests of the group include protein folding, interactions of intrinsically disordered proteins, atomic simulation of solvent-mediated biomolecular energetics, as well as DNA topology and disentanglement. Many of the ongoing projects are collaborative efforts with experimental laboratories. Applicants should be highly motivated individuals with a strong background in biophysics, physical chemistry or physics and have extensive experience in computation. Application Please send curriculum vitae, statement of research interest, representative reprints and arrange three letters of reference to be sent directly to: Prof. Hue Sun Chan at Dept. of Biochemistry, University of Toronto, 1 King's College Circle, MSB 5207, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8, Canada.

Structure and physicochemical properties of water, for example their dipole moment, results in formation of cluster of water molecules bound together by hydrogen bounding. Formation of water clusters has been investigated in vitro and there are some indications that formation of water clusters can influence aqueous solubility of drugs, especially lipophilic drugs that have only limited solubility in water. Also, there are some indications that water clusters can increase physical stability of molecular aggregates and that formation of such aggregates interferes with high throughput screening for new chemical entities. Furthermore, in vitro studies have indicated that layers of stagnant water molecules could be water clusters. Carbohydrates and glycoproteins at membrane surfaces can perhaps enhance formation of such clusters. Little or no information is available on formation of water clusters in vivo. The purpose of this project is to investigate the influence of cluster formation on ...

The Experimental Center at Institute of High Energy Physics (IHEP) is seeking applicants for two postdoctoral fellows in experimental particle physics. The successful candidate would perform research on the BESIII experiment, and would be resident at Institute of High Energy Physics in Beijing. They will participate in the ongoing test of the BESIII software and data challenges to BESIII detector performances as well as the preparations of physics analysis at the start of BEPCII running. We are seeking one of the candidates with a strong background in computing, software algorithms development, he/she will play a leading role to establish better communication with our software colleagues. The second candidate should work on the future detector performance test of BESIII, and establish a bridge between physics preparation group and BESIII sub-detector system, he/she will take the leading role from the side of physics preparations at the start of BESIII data taking, for example, assist t...

PhD or Postdoc position for meteorological modelling We are currently seeking a scientist for meso/microscale simulations. The work is part of the DFG priority programme ‘Quantitative precipitation forecast’ (http://www.meteo.uni-bonn.de/projekte/SPPMeteo). The main goal of the project is to examine the influence of the orography and surface conditions associated with mesoscale mountains for convection. The simulations will be performed using our FOOT3DK model, which is run in a LINUX environment. We offer a 50% position TV-L EG13 (formely BAT-IIa) for one year with a possible prolongation for three years. We expect: * experience of computer programming in Fortran and LINUX * some familiarity with numerical modelling of the atmosphere * analytical skills and team spirit Of advantage is also knowledge in mesoscale meteorology, cloud physics and flow dynamics. The place of employment is Trier, your office can be located at Trier or Köln. Deadline for applications is 11 August...

The goal is to develop analytical and computational methods for the simulation of scattering of terahertz (THz) beams by sample geometries. Use of THz spectroscopy and imaging is currently being explored for use in numerous applications, such as defect-detection in materials and medical imaging for cancer diagnosis, for which an accurate understanding of the scattering of THz beams by complex objects is essential. Because of the widths of the beams relative to the wavelengths involved, diffraction is a very significant aspect of propagation and poses an extra challenge that has to be accounted for in understanding scattering at THz frequencies. Emphasis will be put upon developing an efficient approximate mathematical description of the THz beam, via 1) a mathematical analysis of the interaction of the beam with simple canonical shapes, and 2) a comparison of mathematical results with corresponding experimental data. The primary output from the project will be a novel, accurate and com...

The department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Oulu, Finland invites applications for Graduate Student positions in Analysis, starting September 1st, 2007 or thereafter, upon agreement. Review of applications will begin August 31st. The positions are with the Nonlinear PDE group, funded by the Academy of Finland and the Emil Aaltonen Foundation. For a description of the research carried out in the group see the group’s web-page at http://cc.oulu.fi/~phasto/analysis/npde/. The applicant should have a Master’s degree or equivalent in Mathematics or related field and should show an interest in pursuing research in Analysis, especially Function spaces and Nonlinear potential theory. The application should be sent to Peter Hästö and should include * a cover letter * Curriculum Vitae or resume * List of publications (if applicable) * transcript of courses taken * copy of degree certificate None of the documents needs to be official, although the selected candidat...

The University of Antwerp is an international university. Foreign students from all over the world make up 12% of the total student population. Around 100 foreign researchers work as part of UA-research teams. The UA participates in most European educational programmes and has established partnerships with universities around the world. The doctoral study programme (DSP) is one of the opportunities that is offered by the University of Antwerp to its PhD students. The VIB Department of Molecular Genetics is looking for a Predoctoral Researcher Job description: The candidate will work on the following research topic: Some forms of motor disorders of the peripheral nervous system result in severe atrophy and wasting of distal limb muscles. We identified hotspot mutations in the small heat shock 22kDa protein 8 (HSPB8, HSP22) in several families with distal hereditary motor neuropathy. The project aims to genetically engineer knock-in mice to dissect the HSP22 gene function and to study th...

University of Cologne The University of Cologne is the largest universities in Germany drawing on one of the longest academic traditions. Located in the heart of Europe, Cologne has always been a very international city. Today, non-Germans make up almost 20% of the total population of the city, which continues to benefit from newcomers from abroad and from the constant influx of younger people from other parts of Germany. Department of Retailing and Customer Relationship Management The Department of Retailing and Customer Relationship Management at the University of Cologne is well-known for its research in retailing and customer relationship management issues. Prof. Werner Reinartz, the director of the department, has been previously teaching and researching at INSEAD, Fontainebleau for eight years. The department has a strong focus on academic research to be published in high-level international journals. At the same time we work on managerially relevant problems with an internationa...

Funded by the New Zealand Government and administered by Education New Zealand, the New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS), are a significant educational opportunity. The scholarships provide financial support for international students undertaking doctoral degrees by research in New Zealand universities. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit. A World Class Opportunity New Zealand universities provide the opportunity to study under internationally recognized academics and researchers in a wide range of disciplines. A qualification from a New Zealand university ranks with the best internationally. New Zealand degrees have a reputation globally for being practical, modern and desirable. In some niche areas, such as biotechnology, forensic science and marine engineering, New Zealand degrees are acknowledged as world-leading. Students educated in the New Zealand education environment are earning a reputation as a new breed of innovative thinkers...

Applications are invited for doctoral studentships in the School of Engineering and the Built Environment at the University of Wolverhampton to lead to a PhD degree. Tuition fees will be paid at the UK and Overseas rate and for either full or time study. Applicants should hold a minimum of 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a related subject area. The available research topics are: * Raising and structuring international finance for urban Real Estate investments in emerging economies. * Towards the development of a framework for improving the culture within Construction Project Organisations. * An investment into the impacts of subcontracting practice on Health and Safety outcomes of Construction Projects. * Appropriate Insurance in Integrated Project Team Environments * Numerical modelling of Limited Life Geotextiles used as basal reinforcement in embankments constructed in soft clay. * Design with thin structures: Adaptive meshing v meshless methods * Bio...

A post-doctoral position is available immediately for a new project, recently funded by NCI, to dissect the role of a novel tumor suppressor. Highly motivated post-doctoral scientists with quality doctoral and/or post-doctoral research experience and a good publication record are invited to apply. The successful candidate will have proven skills in molecular biology, cell biology and protein biochemistry. Expertise in the analysis of basement membrane components would be a definite advantage. The research will take place in the Childrens Memorial Research Center laboratories in Lincoln Park, which provide an outstanding research environment. For further information please see: http://www.childrensmrc.org/harris/ Please email letter of application, CV and the names of 3 referees to c-pomeroy@northwestern.edu. Refer to CMRC/HMG/Harris

Five 4-year PhD studentships are available as part of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Computational and Dynamical Analysis (CICADA) project, which is joint between the School of Computer Science, School of Mathematics and School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at The University of Manchester. Applicants should have or expect to receive a good honours degree in mathematics, computer science, control engineering or a related discipline and show excellent promise for research. The studentships pay fees at UK/EU rates and a maintenance award at the EPSRC level which is currently GBP 12,600 per annum. To apply, send a CV to Professor David Broomhead (David.Broomhead@manchester.ac.uk). More details can be found at this page .

Within the large research project on Seismic Retrofit Solutions at the University of Auckland a PhD scholarship is available for conducting research on the retrofitting of steel structures. The research aims at a consideration of the structure, footing and subsoil as a whole system and to develop adequate solutions to keep structures under strong earthquakes intact. Information on the project is available at this page. Funding The scholarship is available for a period of three years, and is valued at $25,000 per annum tax exempt. In addition all academic fees will be covered. Funding for experimental tests is also available. The research is sponsored by the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology. Background required Applicant with high academic merit (Dipl.-Ing. or Master degree) in structural engineering or engineering mechanics is required. Abilities to perform creative, accurate and careful works are essential. Applicant with excellent computational skills or experimental e...

A fully funded three-year PhD studentship is available in the Operations Management Division at Nottingham University Business School within a successful research programme supported by the Ford Motor Company and Nottingham’s Innovative Manufacturing Research Centre. The research is examining the design and performance of order fulfilment systems and offers opportunities to investigate new approaches in the areas of production planning, revenue management and stakeholder modelling. The research requires skills in data analysis, simulation and modelling. Support will be given to extend research skills and in the use of analytical tools. Students should have an appreciation of the discipline of operations management and a foundation in quantitative data analysis and modelling techniques. A background in operations research may be valuable. A good undergraduate degree is required and a relevant Masters degree is desirable. This studentship offers the opportunity to join a leading Business...

A PhD position is available in the Department of Optometry and Visual Science under the supervision of Dr. Joshua A. Solomon. Project Title: Image statistics in the visual system. The application deadline is July 20. The project should start around September 1. The broad goal of the project is to discover and describe the mechanisms used by the visual system for statistical descriptions of image features. Candidates should have a strong interest in vision. Experience in psychophysics is desirable. Some programming experience (e.g., Matlab, Mathematica, C) would be beneficial. Collaborators include Professor Michael J. Morgan and Professor Charles F. Chubb. The successful candidate will join the Visual Psychophysics and Perception Group within a friendly environment. Other members of the group include Dean Melmouth, Marc Tibber, Isabelle Mareschal and Professor Manfred Fahle. Other current projects within the group include a BBSRC funded investigation of the contextual influences on ori...