KT&G Fellowship at GSIS, for Turkish, Iranian, Russian, Kazakhstani, Indonesian, Yonsei 2010 Application Deadline: November 30, 2009 The KT&G Foundation offers scholarships to the Turkish, Iranian, Russian, Kazakhstani, Indonesian students who seek a master’s degree at the Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) of Yonsei University: Eligibility and Conditions Degree: A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree. Age : No limit Health: Applicants must be in both sound physical and mental health. English Language Proficiency: Applicants must possess strong English language proficiency (Recommended score of TOEFL CBT 237 (IBT 93/PBT 580), IELTS 6.5 or above). Arrival in Korea: Scholarship recipients must arrive in Korea by February 23, 2010 and must attend the new student orientation program on February 24, 2010 at Yonsei GSIS. Application Period: All necessary documents must be submitted to the Yonsei GSIS office between September 1, 2009 ~ November 30, ...

A postdoctoral position is available in the group of Dr. Ergun Simsek, in the Faculty of Engineering at Bahcesehir University, Istanbul, TURKEY. The aim of the project is development of fast algorithms for plasmonic structures. A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Physics, or a related field is required. The successful candidate should bring experience, enthusiasm and dedication to the group. A strong drive to succeed in computational photonics research is essential. Relevant areas of expertise includes optoelectronic materials and nanophotonics. Applications should contain: a curriculum vitae (CV), full list of publications, copies of relevant publications, a letter (one-page maximum) describing their strengths for the research project, and names and contact details for three people who may be asked for references. Applications should be emailed in PDF format to: ergun.simsek[ at ]bahcesehir.edu.tr The positions are initially for one year, with the likely extension for se...

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, ...