POST-DOCTORAL POSITION in Human Evolutionary Biology Project: Evolution of the polymorphism of handedness in human populations Duration: 24 months (including at least 6 months of field work) Salary: 1,430-1,741 EUR monthly, net (according to experience) Part 1. Social status and handedness Social status is a fitness component in humans, as in other social species with dominance relationships. Associations between socio-economic status and handedness have been found in a western society in a population of children and in several large cohorts of adults. We propose to investigate this relation in other cultures, especially in traditional or sub-traditional societies that have not experienced the demographic transition. Part 2. Sex and handedness There are more left-handed men than women, in most societies so far investigated. Why left-handed women still exist is not well understood, in light of the advantage found, in fighting interactions, which does not concern women. One possible e

The Department of Economics at City University, London, is able to offer a three-year studentship to a candidate who wishes to read for a PhD in Economics starting October 2007. The studentship will consist of full remission of fees for three years plus a subsistence grant of £13,000 per year. In return the successful candidate will be expected to provide up to 50 hours per year of undergraduate class teaching and mark 50 undergraduate coursework scripts. Additional teaching and marking may be undertaken subject to approval of the student’s supervisory panel and will be paid at our normal rates. Deadline: 24 August 2007 The areas of interest to the Department are: * Health economics * Competition and regulation * Macroeconomics and international economics * Econometrics and economic theory * Financial economics * History and philosophy of economics, and heterodox economics. For more information about current research activity in the Department, please go to htt

The Center for Quantum Spacetime (CQUeST) invites application for research fellow positions in strings, fields, and related areas. CQUeST was launched in June 2005 at Sogang University in Seoul with a long term grant from the Korea Science and Engineering Foundation. We welcome applicants who possess exceptional research potential. Deadline: August 31st 2007 The starting date of the appointment is negotiable and can be as early as October 1st 2007. The initial appointment will be for two years with a possibility of renewal for one more year. The annual salary for the research fellow ranges from 20,000,000 won to 30,000,000 won, depending on the qualification (one US dollar is roughly equivalent to 950 Korean won). The first round decision will be made in early September 2007 for the applications received by August 31st 2007. Application Applicants should send an application letter describing the research interest, a curriculum vitae with a list of publication, and should arrange three

The Center for Asian Democracy at the University of Louisville invites applications for its new Visiting Fellows program for the 2008-2009 academic year. Fellows are expected to be in residence with the Center from 1 August 1, 2008 through 31 May 2009, and will receive a stipend of US$40,000. Applicants need to demonstrate their competency in Asian studies with a solid record of publications. The fellowship will be ideal for recent PhDs whose work is related to democratization in Asia, and senior scholars on sabbatical leave. Some teaching experience is a plus. Fellows have the option to teach one course per year in their area of expertise and present their research in a public forum. Created in 2006 with a substantial endowment, the Center is in the process of hiring an endowed chair, publishes a book series with the University Press of Kentucky, runs a speakers series, and will hold conferences and workshops on a regular basis. The Centers research covers South, East, Southeast and C

The Astrophysics and Space Forum of Sabanci University in Istanbul, Turkey, invite applications for a postdoctoral position funded by the European Commission Marie Curie Transfer of Knowledge Project, ASTRONS (ASTROphysics of Neutron Stars). Description The successful candidate will perform research on topics related to theoretical and observational aspects of neutron stars. The successful applicant is expected to work with the faculty and research staff at Sabanci University ( https://fens.sabanciuniv.edu/physics/eng/ ) and will be encouraged to develop his/her independent research projects on neutron stars. Collaborative research can involve Turkish researchers at other universities who are members of the Sabanci University Astrophysics and Space Forum. The candidate can also participate in joint research projects with the ASTRONS project partners, University of Amsterdam, University of Leicester, Max-Planck-Institut für Extraterrestische Physik, Max-Planck-Institut für Astrophysik,

Jointly organized by the University of Trento, ITC-IRST, and Informatica Trentina With the cooperation of CNR and our industrial partners: IBM, SAP, DeltaDator, GPI, and DERGA e-Government is one of the application areas that will experience the strongest growth - and demand for talents - over the next decade. The demand, initiated by public administrations, translates in the need for IT companies to hire employees with the competences required to deliver e-government solutions. To meet the industrial demand, the master on technologies for e-government will provide attendees with such competences. Specifically, the master will form professionals able to manage, design, and deliver e-government solutions. This requires bringing together the expertise in the areas of public administration (and of the information systems currently exploited to deliver services to citizens and companies) and the expertise in innovative solutions in the areas of information management, process management, s

4-year PhD studentship on “Exploring the secret metabolism of an antibiotic factory” This project will be a unique collaboration between the Microbial Physiology department and the Groningen Bioinformatics Centre using a newly acquired state-of art ultra-high resolution LTQ-Orbitrap mass spectrometer in the Medical Biomics Facility to determine the metabolome of Streptomyces coelicolor. Project objectives: 1. Comprehensively explore the cellular and secreted metabolome of Streptomyces species to identify novel antibiotic biosynthesis pathways, using ultrahigh resolution Orbitrap mass spectrometry 2. Understand the fundamental changes of the metabolome during the switch from primary to secondary metabolism, i.e. when antibiotics are produced, in S.coelicolor, our model organism. Requirements Candidates should have training in biochemistry, microbiology, and molecular biology. Experience in bioinformatics, and handling Streptomyces, would be a plus. Environment The University of Gr

A PhD position is available in the Metastases Research Laboratory for a project focused on the use of proteomic techniques enabling the identification of molecular targets for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Deadline: September 7, 2007 Requirements: Some experience in the fields of molecular biology and proteomics would be desirable. We are looking for a dedicated, flexible and ambitious person who has recently completed his/her degree in biomedical sciences, biochemistry, biology, zoology or related subjects. Of some relevance are also excellent marks at the final exam. Application: For further information or to apply, please contact Mrs. Veronique Goffin at veronique.goffin@ulg.ac.be Universite de Liege Laboratoire de Recherche sur les Métastases Tour de Pathologie , -1, Building B23 Liege 4000, Belgium

The Department of Statistics and Applied Probability invites applications for an open level position in Stochastic Analysis (particularly Mathematical Finance), starting July 1, 2008. Qualifications: research and teaching excellence and PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field. Application: To apply submit resume, statement of research and teaching objectives, the American Mathematical Society Cover Sheet , and have four letters of reference sent (at least one of which is directed towards teaching). Materials should be sent to: Search Committee (Stochastic Analysis Position), Department of Statistics and Applied Probability, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3110 USA Review of applications begins November 20, 2007 and continues until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged. Candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service are particularly encouraged to apply. An EO

The Networking Research Lab at University of Memphis invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research fellow position in the areas of Internet routing, measurement and security starting in August 2007. The position is for one year with the possibility of further extension. Requirements A Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineeringis required. The candidate should have strong publications in leading international conferences and journals. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience in Internet interdomain routing, large-scale network measurement and denial-of-service attack mitigation. The candidate must have extensive experience in simulation and implementation. Good verbal and written skills in English are required. Ccandidates will be expected to publish scholarly work in top peer reviewed conferences and journals, and assist in proposal writing. Application To apply for this position, please send your CV with names of three (3) references t

The Center for Quantum Spacetime (CQUeST) invites application for research fellow positions in strings, fields, and related areas. CQUeST was launched in June 2005 at Sogang University in Seoul with a long term grant from the Korea Science and Engineering Foundation. We welcome applicants who possess exceptional research potential. The starting date of the appointment is negotiable and can be as early as October 1st 2007. The initial appointment will be for two years with a possibility of renewal for one more year. The annual salary for the research fellow ranges from 20,000,000 won to 30,000,000 won, depending on the qualification (one US dollar is roughly equivalent to 950 Korean won). The first round decision will be made in early September 2007 for the applications received by August 31st 2007. Application Applicants should send an application letter describing the research interest, a curriculum vitae with a list of publication, and should arrange three (3) recommendation letters.

University of British Columbia, Department of Dermatology and Skin Science is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to study the molecular mechanisms of melanoma pathogenesis and to design novel strategies for melanoma treatment (Oncogene 24:1111-6, 2005; JBC 281:11887-93, 2006; Cancer Res. 66:1906-11, 2006; 66:8382-8, 2006; 66:9221-6, 2006; Mol. Cancer Ther. 6:1692-1700, 2007). Application Self-motivated individuals recently obtained their PhD degree in molecular biology, particularly in cancer field with a strong publication record, are encouraged to send curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and names/contact information of three references to: Dr. Gang Li, Jack Bell Research Centre, 2660 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3Z6 Canada. Fax: 604-875-4497; email: gangli@interchange.ubc.ca

The Department of Biostatistics at the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University is inviting applications for postdoctoral fellows to work in the area of environmental biostatistics, and health informatics. Requirements A suitable applicant will hold a PhD in statistics, or biostatistics. Candidates should have evident potential for excellence in interdisciplinary quantitative research, and interest in working on an array of methodological and substantive problems with international collaborations. Strong theoretical, computational, and communication skills are desired. The research findings will be highly relevant to important societal questions. The position is available immediately and for up to three years. Application Applicants should mail a CV (including a personal website URL if available) and letter of application, and arrange for two or more letters of reference to be sent to: Francesca Dominici, Professor Department of Biostatistics Bloomberg School of Pu

The Huygens Scholarship Programme (HSP) is open to students from all countries of the world. It is aimed at excellent students who want to come to the Netherlands in the final phase of their bachelor’s studies or during their master’s studies. Important: the information provided below relates only to the second, additional round of applications in 2007 for the HSP Huygens Programme. 3.3 million euros The Dutch Minister for Education, Culture and Science has made an extra 3.3 million euros available for international students coming to the Netherlands under the Huygens programme. Applications for HSP for the 2007-2008 academic year must be received by Nuffic by September 15th 2007 at the latest. HSP Huygens Programme The prestigious HSP Huygens programme is open to excellent students from all countries of the world. It is aimed at talented students who want to come to the Netherlands in the final phase of their bachelor’s studies or during their master’s studies. Applications for the 20

Job/Fellowship Reference: C2007-UMINHO-ALGORITMI-04 – Postdoctoral position in Global and Mixed Computational Optimization Main research field: Mathematics Sub research field: Computational mathematics Job summary: Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral contract for the development of a Global and Mixed Computational Optimization Tool. The position will be suitable for a Ph.D. holder in Mathematics, Engineering or equivalent with research experience in the areas of Nonlinear Optimization and Integer Programming. Excellent skills in programming (C or C++) and experience with different operating systems are required. Job description: Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral contract for the development of a Global and Mixed Computational Optimization Tool. The position will be suitable for a Ph.D. holder in Mathematics, Engineering or equivalent with research experience in the areas of Nonlinear Optimization and Integer Programming. Excellent skills in programming (C or C++)

Title: Role of Journalism in Transitional and Developing Democracies Reference: 07/114 Description: The traditional societies of Central and Eastern Europe have been the subject of considerable investment by Western development and aid agencies, including the European Union with a particular focus on developing civil society structures. The establishment of open media systems and the development of a free press have been central to these efforts for which a number of different strategies have been employed. This research will examine the role played by media development agencies such as the BBC World Service Trust and IREX in the countries of the CEE/CIS region. Recent experience has seen a shift from direct training of media professionals and the establishment of western-oriented media systems to one of placing greater emphasis of education of the next generation of journalistic practice. DIT has been a participant in a number of such programmes and gathered extensive data in countri

There is a vacancy for a post-doctoral research officer in Applied mathematics and Scientific Computation Group, Engineering Systems Department. The post is a fixed term contract for one year. The salary is in the range of GBP 27,665 - GBP30,835. You will be required to teach mathematics and statistics from very elementary level to advanced computational mathematics on our post-graduate courses. You will also be required to contribute to current short course programme. As a research officer you will be responsible to enhance the capabilities of Air3D, a compressible flow solver. Some of the enhancements include algorithmic performance, development of graphical user interface and parallelization of the program. You will also be required to contribute and deliver lectures/tutorials on a range of topics including computational partial differential equations, programming in C, high performance and parallel computing. For more information on the department and the group’s research interests

Applications are invited for a two-year postdoctoral position to commence August 2008. The position is envisioned as joint between the Department of Mathematics and the Communications group within the Department of Electrical Engineering. As such, Ph.D.'s in either Mathematics or EE are welcome to apply, specifically with backgrounds in Probability, Wireless Communications / Information Theory, and related areas. The position has no teaching requirement. Further details can be found at http://euclid.colorado.edu/~brider . Applications received by January 1, 2008 will be considered in the initial evaluation, though applications will be accepted until the position is filled. A complete application consists of a current CV, research statement, and at least three (3) letters of recommendation, and may either be mailed to: Probability / Communications Postdoc Department of Mathematics University of Colorado at Boulder 395 UCB Boulder, CO 80309-0526, or sent via e-mail attachment to br

Research courses in Labour Sciences, Economic Sciences, Sociology and Political Studies relative to the Graduate School of Social, Economic and Political Sciences are instituted at the University of Milan for the 2007-2008 academic year (XXIII cycle). Benefits: 3 scholarships worth a gross total of 10.561,54 euros The Graduate School is interdisciplinary in nature and features a particular academic qualification on the part of its lecturers, the availability of excellent research structures and services for postgraduate students, a link to other scientific bodies, institutions and enterprises, among other things also for the purpose of undertaking activities propaedeutic to employment, and the participation of visiting professors from other Italian and foreign universities. Basic Requirements An adequate command of the formal tools common to the social sciences (basic mathematics and statistics) constitutes an important condition for benefiting from attending the Graduate School course

There are two research projects about Cell therapy in ocular surface disease (stem cell deficiency) and Cell therapy in retina disease (age-related macular degeneration, ARMD) The Networking Research Centre on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Carlos III Health Institute (Ministry of Health, Spain) and the Castilla and Leon Centre for Regenerative Medicine and Cell Therapy (Junta de Castilla y León, Spain) offer two PRE-doctoral positions at the IOBA (Institute for Applied Ophthalmobiology), University of Valladolid, in two research projects: 1) Cell therapy in ocular surface disease (stem cell deficiency) and 2) Cell therapy in retina disease (age-related macular degeneration, ARMD) Required Profile: - MSc title (Licenciado) in Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine, Biotechnology or other Health Sciences - Average academic score higher than 2.0 - High level of English (written and oral) - Clearly aimed at devoting his/her carer in stem cell therapy and tissue engine

The International Research Doctorate School in Physics, Astrophysics and Applied Physics, established by the Department of Physics, the Department of Chemistry Biochemistry and Biotechnology for the Medicine, the Institute of Applied Physics, the Institute of General Physiology and Biochemistry of the Milano University and by the Department of Mathematics and Physics of the Catholic University in Brescia, opens 30 PhD positions. The School awards: 20 fellowships of about 9734 Euro per year net (at least one reserved to non EU citizens). Financial support for lodging and travel is granted to non EU citizens and EU citizens non resident in Lombardy. The candidate can apply starting from July 24, 2007. The deadline for the application is September 20, 2006. Information and application form can be found in the following website: * Announcement Page * Notice of Competition

There is a vacancy for a post-doctoral research officer in Applied mathematics and Scientific Computation Group, Engineering Systems Department. The post is a fixed term contract for one year. The salary is in the range of GBP 27,665 - GBP30,835. You will be required to teach mathematics and statistics from very elementary level to advanced computational mathematics on our post-graduate courses. You will also be required to contribute to current short course programme. As a research officer you will be responsible to enhance the capabilities of Air3D, a compressible flow solver. Some of the enhancements include algorithmic performance, development of graphical user interface and parallelization of the program. You will also be required to contribute and deliver lectures/tutorials on a range of topics including computational partial differential equations, programming in C, high performance and parallel computing. For more information on the department and the group’s research interests

PhD studentship available at Institute of Intelligent Systems and Robotics University of Paris 6 in collaboration with Collège de France. The position is available within the framework of an interdisciplinary project HuPer and Lunettes Intelligentes on Cognitive navigation in space ; application to navigation of UAV and to design of assistance for visually impaired, a collaboration with prof. Alain Berthoz (Collège de France) , prof. Edwige Pissaloux (ISIR/UPMC). Project summary ISIR (Institute of Intelligent Systems & Robotics) (former Laboratoire de Robotique de Paris,) of Paris 6 University studies neuro-cognitive human-space interaction in order to design and realize prototypes of intelligent systems, robotics and mechatronics systems, highly autonomous and/or able to assist healthy and handicapped (especially visually impaired), in performing everyday life tasks. In this thesis we intend to investigate different navigation strategies used by human and animal during the navig

EPSRC Research Student Hydro-Mechanical Properties Of Lime-Stabilised Shrinkable UK Clays Faculty of Engineering, Science & the Built Environment £45,696 over 3 years (tax free) + Standard UK/EU University Fees Full-time, 3 Years - Start date: August-November 2007 Lime stabilisation is a technique of ground improvement which is applied to fine grained soils and can be used in a wide range of engineering applications. This technique can have significant economic advantages over other ground improvement techniques such as replacement of clay soils by imported granular fill. Currently it is difficult for engineers to make quantitative predictions of how lime stabilisation will change the mechanical properties of the soil. The aim of this project is to obtain new experimental data and interpret the results in terms of a constitutive model of lime-treated UK clay soils either in saturated or unsaturated state. This will be achieved mainly through triaxial testing, including suction-cont

PhD Studentship The Dynamics and Control of Oilwell Drilling Department of Engineering The University is committed to equality of opportunity Applications are invited for a PhD studentship sponsored by Schlumberger Cambridge Research, to study the self-excited vibration of long drill strings and possible control measures to suppress these vibrations and improve drilling performance. The project will focus on the development and analysis of small-scale laboratory rigs to simulate some aspects of the full-scale problem under controlled conditions allowing more complete observation of the dynamic response. The successful candidate will have a good first degree in engineering or a related subject. Deadline: 10 August 2007 The studentship will be for three years starting on 1 October 2007. The stipend is £14,600 p.a. and University and College fees will be paid at either the EU or overseas student rate as appropriate. The work will be in collaboration with Professor K. Glover, Professor J.