The Biomedical Research Institute (BIOMED) of Hasselt University has a position available for a PhD Student for the project “Development and Characterisation of Fluorescent Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for Nanotechnology and Applications in Advanced Electronic Devices, Chemo- and Bio-sensors”. This project runs in close collaboration with the Institute for Materials Research (IMO): PhD Student (2×2 years) (mandate MBW/2006/004-HO-4) The duration of the position is 2×2 years, with an assessment after 2 years. Job description The PhD student will conduct research in the field of molecular imprinted polymers (MIP) which will be used as building blocks for chemo- and biosensors. The focus of the position is on fluorescence characterization of MIPs embedded in a matrix of conjugated polymers. The PhD student will employ an array of (micro)fluometric techniques. Diploma and profile Master degree (or equivalent) in either physics, chemistry, biomedical sciences, bio-engineer, engineer in ph...

A three-year position as research fellow (PhD position) is available at the Department of Mathematics. The position is part of the project “Geological Storage of CO2: Mathematical Modelling and Risk Assessment”, a joint effort of the University of Bergen and SINTEF Applied Mathematics, Oslo. The project aims at strengthening the scientific understanding of the risks associated with storage of CO2 for the purpose of reducing atmospheric emissions. The investigations are related to the study of non-linear partial differential equations arising from the multi-phase flow in porous media. Methods from Scientific Computing will be applied, i.e. the investigations will involve mathematical and numerical models, numerical simulations and their physical and mathematical interpretation. The candidate is expected to work in the multidisciplinary environment of the project (applied mathematics, computational science and engineering). The candidate is expected to spend 3 to 6 months abroad collabor...

Job Vacancy No. 66/5/07 D The GeoForschungsZentrum Potsdam (GFZ Potsdam) presents as member of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres the national Research Centre for Earth Sciences. The department 5 Geoengineering, section 5.4 Engineering Hydrology invites application for a Ph.D. Position (m/f) Tasks: The successful candidate will participate in an activity to develop a simulation system for quantifying the flood risk (precipitation-runoff generation-flood routing-flood defence-inundation-damage) at the regional scale. He/she will develop and apply simulation models describing the hydraulic processes in the river system, including flood defences (dykes, polders) and flood plain inundation. Qualification: * University degree in hydrology, civil engineering (water resources management), physics, mathematics, or a related discipline * Strong background in hydraulics * Extensive experiences in programming (Fortran, C++ etc.) * Knowledge in data processing, an...

The Laboratoire de Physicochimie des Surfaces, (director Philippe Marcus) is currently inviting candidates for a Postdoctoral Position (Surface Engineering Group) The position will involve the development and application of an electrochemical flow cell coupled to an ICP atomic emission spectrometer (Atomic Emission Spectroelectrochemistry) developed in our laboratory. This combination permits the direct measurement of partial elemental dissolution rates during electrochemical experiments. Coupling with a quartz crystal microbalance may also be attempted to give a complete kinetic analysis of dissolution mechanisms. The work will focus on the study of the dealloying mechanism of zinc, aluminium, magnesium alloys and the chemistry of associated oxide films and conversion coatings. We are seeking an ambitious candidate with a proven track record in experimental electrochemistry especially with coupled methods such as spectroelectrochemistry, quartz crystal microbalance, etc. A strong back...

Funded PhD position available in Incremental computation of multiresolution/multiscale analysis systems Dr. Yiannis Andreopoulos has one opening for a PhD studentship at the University of London. The position is going to be funded by EPSRC and it is fully research oriented (no industrial-oriented project work). Please see the papers under “Rate-distortion-complexity modeling and complexity analysis for multimedia systems” in the Publications page for details. Prospective candidates are invited to contact me if you have 2 out of the following 3: 1. Excellent GPA, close to or within the top-5 students in your year. 2. Published (or to appear) research results in English, in a conference and/or journal with an international audience. 3. Very good English-language skills (provide Toefl and/or GRE results) Please send your resume (in PDF format) to: yiannis.a[ at ]elec.qmul.ac.uk Important: Please include in your email title: “PhD position application”, or your email may be ignor...

Applications are invited for a Masters/PhD studentship in the area of sensing and wireless technologies for reconfigurable radio systems. One of the critical challenges in software radio, or more specifically cognitive radio, is the issue of sensing your environment. In this project we are looking at developing the platforms necessary for sensing other users and collectively agreeing to a common channel. Candidates should hold a first or upper second class honours degree in Electronic Engineering. Interest, and preferably experience, in the area of electronics and specifically wireless propagation and RF circuit design is essential. Successful candidates will join a large multi-disciplinary team and be initially enrolled on a full-time Masters of Engineering Science, with a review after 18 months for progression to a PhD programme. The studentship will comprise of fees and an annual stipend of 17,000 Euros. It will be initially awarded for a period of 18 months years, extendable upon s...

Admission will take place upon evaluation of the education and professional curriculum of the candidates. If necessary, the Committee might ask the candidate to sit for a telephonic or telematic interview. The Master is open to a maximum of 25 students. The admission form Modello A must be submitted no later than the 5th November 2007, to the following address: Università di Genova - Dipartimento Amministrativo per gli Studenti - Via Bensa, 1 - 16124 Genova - Italy * by post (must reach the above-mentioned address by the deadline) * by fax to: +39 010 2099469 * by mail to: perform[ at ]unige.it A CV describing any relevant work experience, a motivation letter, together with a passport size photograph must be attached to the admission form Modello A. All academic titles obtained abroad must be officially translated and validated by the Diplomatic Authority or Italian Consulate competent for the territory, according to the current legislation. Non european applicants are kind...

Do you want to play a part in shaping tomorrow’s technological landscape? The ORC is a large interdisciplinary research centre with an international pioneering reputation in photonics and laser technology. Significant advances and world firsts in the optical fibre field have been achieved by ORC researchers. Our researchers invented the key underlying optical fibre technology that forms the backbone of the World Wide Web. As a member of our world-leading team, you could be involved in developing next-generation technologies that will continue to revolutionise the industrial, defence, telecommunications and biotechnology industries. We have state-of-the-art facilities in which you will have the freedom to carry out your research. As a member of one of our world-leading research groups you will work closely with researchers and other students in an innovative and high-achieving study environment, as well as a welcoming social environment. Ranked as one of the top five University groups w...

Ph.D Position in Wireless Communications Mobile Systems Communications Group (MOTION) Job Description The Mobile Systems Communications Group (MOTION) within the Instituto de Telecomunicações (IT) is seeking to recruit Ph.D candidates to conduct top-level research in the general area of wireless communication, specifically addressing one of the following themes: * MIMO signal processing techniques for wireless networks using Distributed Antenna Systems and Cooperative Diversity * Vertical Handover for heterogeneous systems. * Radio Resource Management for wireless networks using cooperative diversity. * Architectures and methodologies for system level simulations of wireless networks. Applicants should have a good honours degree in telecommunications, and must be fluent in at least C/C++, or Matlab programming. Creativity, independence and the ability of critical analytical thinking are essential. Organization You will join an established research group at the Instituto...

Postdoc position FlowVR Nano: a virtual laboratory Project description We are seeking a highly motivated research programmer or a postdoctoral fellow to develop software tools for interactive high performance simulations coupling virtual reality, scientific visualization and parallel simulation through a full cooperation with on-going projects. The main application at the centre of this project targets handling and exploring simulations of biological or physical complex objects at the nanoscopic scale, using a virtual reality platform with haptic feedback. The successful candidate will join our group developing state-of-the-art computer simulation methods. This position is a unique training opportunity in a multi-disciplinary environment in collaboration with three other leading teams in France who are experts on complementary topics. Qualification and experience The candidate should have a PhD in visualisation, computer graphics, virtual reality or a related field. Skills in haptics w...

This fellowship is open to qualified graduates (Malaysians or International) as below: i. Enrolled in full time study (Masters and Doctorate) by research mode in USM, or ii. Received USM’s admission offer letter for postgraduate studies but have not registered. Benefits The fellowship covers: i. Tuition fees ii. Examination fees iii. Monthly allowances: Master: RM1,500 for first year and will be increased to RM1,800 for the second year of studies. Maximum period of funding is 2 years. Doctorate: RM2,100 for the first year and will be increased to RM2,300 for the second year and RM2,500 for the third year of studies. Maximum period of funding is 3 years. Eligibility Criteria * Applicants must have a good Bachelors Degree (CGPA > 3.00) or equivalent qualification recognized by the Malaysian government. Application for Doctorate must have a good Bachelors Degree with Hons and/or a good Masters Degree * Not a recipient of any scholarship/financial aid How to apply The applicatio...

Ph.D. Research Scholarship in Proteomics at the University of Sydney, Australia A scholarship to conduct research in proteomics and virology toward a Ph.D. research is available at The University of Sydney. The objective of the research, funded by the Australian Research Council, is to advance proteomics surveillance of the influenza virus and anti-viral drug screening. Candidates should hold a first class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline and be strongly motivated to take part in world-first cutting-edge research at Australia’s first university. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. The scholarship stipend is at Australian Postgraduate Award levels ($A19,616 p.a.) and support is available for the successful candidate to attend and present their research at scientific conferences. Candidates are also eligible to obtain additional financial support for undergraduate teaching. For more information, or to apply send applicat...

University of St Andrews 5 SIRE PhD Studentships Macroeconomics, Market or Contract Incompleteness School of Economics and Finance The School of Economics and Finance at the University of St Andrews, is offering five PhD studentships to be taken up in Autumn 2007 - or as soon as possible thereafter - to work on topics related to macroeconomics, market or contract incompleteness or in related areas: The emphasis is on developing microeconomic foundations for macroeconomic theories and policy advice. These scholarships are part funded by the Scottish Institute for Research in Economics which is a major new initiative between the Scottish Universities, in collaboration with the Scottish Funding Council, in which the University of St Andrews is a lead institution. More details on this initiative and our role in it may be found at: http://www.econ.ed.ac.uk/sire/ . You will work on these topics and undertake limited undergraduate teaching in return for a financial support package which will ...

The University of Malaya (UM) invites all Malaysians and non-Malaysians interested in pursuing postgraduate studies in the University of Malaya to apply for the University of Malaya Fellowship Scheme. Eligibility to apply: (i) Applicants who are registered candidates of the University of Malaya for any of the Masters (research mode or mixed mode with research component not less than 70%) or PhD programmes; or (ii) Applicants who have been offered admission to the postgraduate programme mentioned in paragraph (i) above; or (iii) Applicants who have submitted an application for a postgraduate programme Masters (research mode or mixed mode with research component not less than 70%) or PhD in the University of Malaya or have already had discussions with the Director/Dean/Head of Department/Supervisor at the Academy/Faculty/Institute/Centre concerning the postgraduate programme to be applied for. Applicants who are working (except as Research Assistants in the University of Malaya) or are r...

There is a vacancy at the Department of Advance Micro Mechatronics for a student in M.S. leading to Ph.D./Ph.D program at Cheju National University, Korea. The professor is willing to finance the student’s education COMPLETELY through the research fund he has. The student should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and prior work experience in Robotics, Controls, Computer Vision, AI and 3D Motion Planning can apply in confidence. If somebody matches these requirements then he can send his resume + copy of degrees certificates to me or at amm[ at ]cheju.ac.kr for onward submission to the professor. There is no strict requirement for high GPA. Only experience and quality of work will be considered. This is a very lucrative position and we are running short of time so please apply as soon as possible. Submitted by: Muhammad Asif Ali Rehmani MS Student Department of Advance Micro Mechatronics, Cheju National University, Cheju 690-756, South Korea Ph: +82-64-754-713 Cellular: +82-10-5160...

University of Greenwich MSc Applied Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing (AMMSC) PhD Applied Mathematics This advertisement is aimed at students who wish to consider January entrance. Potential students aiming at distinctive MSc results with migration to PhD studies in applied mathematics are invited to apply. Fundings are not available for students at the MSc level. However students successfully completed the MSc with distinctive results will be selected to continue a PhD research programme, which will then be fully funded, at the Centre for Numerical Modelling and Process Analysis. Please refer to http://www.cms.gre.ac.uk for a full description of the research activities. Deadline for application: 30/11/2007. Application form from http://cse.gre.ac.uk The Masters programme is run by the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Greenwich, within the School of of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. This highly regarded department was ranked 10th in the 2007 UK departmental r...

The Theoretical Physical Chemistry Group at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, EPFL) invites applications for a Ph.D. position in theoretical chemistry and chemical physics. The preferred start date is between January and August 2008. The successful candidate will use quantum-mechanical and semiclassical methods to explain physicochemical properties of molecules, such as, nuclear quantum effects on reaction rate constants, quantum effects in atomic and molecular clusters at low temperatures as well as decoherence in mesoscopic systems. Our group is also interested in using classical statistical physics to predict interactions between biological macromolecules, e.g., in order to find genes regulated by microRNAs. Requirements: An M.S. or M.A. in physics, chemistry, mathematics, or a related field is required, although exceptional candidates with a B.S. or B.A. in one of these fields will be considered. Preference will be give...

Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions are available within the Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia at Vancouver, Canada, to study the mechanisms of bipolar disorder disease and mood stabilizing drug action. The main focus of work in these positions is either to study mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative damage in post mortem brain tissue and blood cells from bipolar disorder subjects, or to study the neuroprotective mechanism of mood stabilizing drugs against oxidative stress in primary cultured neuronal cells. Techniques required are cell culture, real time PCR, immunoblotting analysis, immunohistochemistry, DNA cloning, cell transfection, lipid peroxidation analysis and protein oxidation analysis. Experience with confocal-microscopy will be a plus. Applicants must have received a PhD within the last five years. Application These positions are one year appointments subject to annual renewal. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Pleas...