Postdoctoral Position in Micro-/Nanoencapsualtion of Hollow Particles, Spain

Fellowship at the institute of Spain

Study Subject: Chemistry or Materials Science
Employer: CIN2
Level: Postdoctoral

Fellowship Description:
We are looking for a candidate with a PhD degree in Chemistry or Materials Science who is willing to develop frontier research in hollow nanoparticles and nanostructures.

Previous experience on the fabrication and characterization of nanoparticles as well as on their encapsulation and delivery abilities will be required.

The research will be focused on the preparation and characterization of new structures and particles, (with dimensions within the micro-/nanometer scale).

These structures are expected to encapsulate different materials that are active upon application of external stimuli. In addition, their integration into the materials will be explored.

Fellowship Application Deadline: 31/12/2010

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Postdoctoral Positions, Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics, Germany

Postdoctoral Positions, Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics, Germany

Study Subject: Immunobiology and Epigenetics
Employer: Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics
Level: Postdoctoral

Scholarship Description:
The research focus of the Akhtar laboratory includes mechanisms underlying chromatin and epigenetic regulation. The lab mainly uses dosage compensation of the male X chromosome in fruit flies as a model system employing multidisciplinary approaches such as genetics, biochemistry, functional genomics as well as cell biology and structural biology.

Furthermore, we are currently expanding our efforts to explore conservation of function in mammalian models.

Requirements

• We are looking for enthusiastic, highly-motivated, science-driven and experienced postdoctoral fellows to join our team to unravel the molecular mechanisms that regulate gene expression.
  
  
• Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree with at least 3 years of proven research experience in molecular biology, biochemistry and/or high-throughput analysis. Prior experience working in Drosophila or mouse models is highly encouraged.
  
  
• Candidates must have a strong publication record.
  
  
• Furthermore, the ability to work in a team, communication skills and experience in the supervision of graduate students are an asset.

Scholarship Applications Deadline: January 31th, 2011.

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Scholar Travel Subsidy Grant 2011

Grants for Canada and Indian students

Study Subject: Any Field
Employer: Shastri Institute Canada Office
Level: Any Level

Scholarship Description:
The Shastri Institute will provide up to $1,200 to fund 50% of the scholar’s total travel costs (NB costs for visas, meals, per diem and accommodation are not eligible).

A total of $10,000 is available for these grants in 2010-2011 (for July 2010 applicants).

Eligibility:

• Grants are available to Canadian scholars for travel to/and/or in India and to Indian scholars for travel to/and/or in Canada. 
• Applicants must have been invited to participate by an academic institution and be affiliated with, or travelling to a Shastri Institute member institution

Scholarship Application Deadline: March 1st,, 2011

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Umeå University PhD Position in Surface Chemistry and Metal Coordination (Study in Sweden)

PhD Scholarship:
Surface Chemistry and Metal Coordination

Course(s) Offered: Chemistry
Course Level: Graduate (PhD)
Provider: Umea University
Country to Work in: Sweden

PhD Studentship in Medical Science (Global Health) for International Applicants

PhD Studentship in Medical Science

Course(s) Offered: Public Health
Course Level: Doctoral studentship/PhD position
Provider: Umeå University
Country to Study in: Sweden

Graduate Research Fellowships at Cyprus University of Technology

Research Fellow Positions

Course(s) Offered: Hospitality mgt, Social sciences
Course Level: Graduate (research fellowship)
Provider: Cyprus University of Technology
Country to Study in: Cyprus

Wentworth Group Scholarships, Australia

The Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists is offering scholarships to Australian post-graduate research students to assist them in bridging the gap between science and public policy.

Study Subject:Science and Public Policy
Employer:Wentworth Group
Level: Masters

Scholarship Description:
The Wentworth Group has established a science leaders program to enhance the ability of students, scientists and economists to engage in public policy on the future of our land, water and marine resources. Participants in the program are given the opportunity to work one-on-one with members of the Wentworth Group in order to apply their knowledge to public policy outcomes.

It is a two-way process, where Wentworth Group members get the chance to learn from participants about the latest cutting edge research and on-the-ground issues.

To bridge the gap between science and public policy, scientists must learn to navigate the divide. This is the intention of the Wentworth Group Scholarships. They seek to enable recipients to become active contributors at the interface of good decision making and world class science.

Launched in February 2007, this is the second year that scholarships have been offered. The scholarships are awarded to post-graduate students. Each scholarship may be used over a 12 month period. Students must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status to be eligible. Students are given access to Master Classes and mentoring by some of Australia’s best scientists. Above all, we hope that recipients will be encouraged, inspired and motivated.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 10 January 2011

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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2011, South Africa

The position is likely to involve empirical research in African countries; the willingness and ability to travel are therefore assumed

Study Subject: Economics, Social Science
Employer: Center for Chinese Studies
Level: Postdoctoral

Fellowship Description:
The Centre for Chinese Studies (CCS) is devoted to the study of China in Sub-Saharan Africa. As Africa’s political economic interaction with China increases, the need for greater analysis of underlying economic dynamics in China and of the Chinese trade and investment in Africa grows. Chinese policies and activities in Africa require a methodologically sound empirical research in African states, a clear understanding of inner-Chinese dynamics, and a comparative perspective to other role-players’ engagement. The CCS covers these three areas of research.

We are seeking to strengthen our team with a postdoctoral research fellow with expertise in Chinese economic relations with Africa, particularly in the areas of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) or trade policies. The research aims at identifying drivers in Chinese economic engagement in specific African economies and sectors, and will particularly look into the distribution of gains in interactions between Chinese and African role-players.

Requirements

A PhD in Economics or related Social Science discipline (such as Political Science, International Relations or Development Studies) obtained in the past five years, and with a clear focus on China and/or Chinese economic activities in Africa. Working knowledge of Mandarin will be a particularly strong asset for the position. The position is likely to involve empirical research in African countries; the willingness and ability to travel are therefore assumed.

Fellowship Application Deadline: 31 December, 2010

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University of Münster Scholarships for Master Positions in Geoinformatics (Study in Germany)

Scholarships for Masters program in Geo informatics

Course(s) Offered: Geoinformatics
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: University of Münster
Country to Study in: Germany

Equity Development Programme (EDP) Scholarship, South Africa

The University of Cape Town- Molecular Biology Scholarships

Study Subject: Molecular and Cell Biology
Employer: University of Cape Town
Level: Masters, PhD, Postdoctoral

Scholarship Description:
Applications are sought from excellent Honour’s and Master’s graduand intending to initiate a studies for the Master’s or Doctoral degrees, and from Doctoral degree graduates wishing to proceed with Post-Doctoral study, in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of Cape Town. Information on the research interests of the Department can be found on the departmental .Alternatively, contact the Head of Equity Development Program in the Department.

Values/Tenure:
Master’s Degree -tenable for TWO years, subject to satisfactory progress
Value of Bursary - R42,000
Running expenses- R35 000
Maximum level of additional Bursary allowed: R28 000.00
Doctoral Degree -tenable for THREE years, subject to satisfactory progress
Valueof Bursary -R63,000
Running expenses- R35 000
Maximum level of additional Bursary allowed: R27 000.00
Post-Doctoral RF- tenable for TWO years, subject to satisfactory progress
Value of Fellowship- R130,000
Running expenses - R35 000
Maximum level of additional Bursary allowed: R20 000.00

Application by letter, including a full CV, academic records, a statement of research interests and additional funding attracted and/or applied for; the names and addresses of two referees, one of which should be an academic should be submitted. The name of the Academic within the Department who will supervise the work must be indicated.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 17 December 2010

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Postgraduate Assistants, College of Human Science, South Africa

Scholarship at the department of information science

Study Subject: Information Technology
Employer: University of South Africa
Level: Postgraduate

Scholarship Description:
Postgraduate Assistants will be required to register for a Doctoral or Master’s degree at Unisa in the Department of Information Science. Applicants are required to indicate in detail on their CVs the extent to which their qualifications and experience meet the requirements of the post as set out below.
The Degree programme may focus on any one of the following:

• Archives and records management
• Information and communication technologies
• Knowledge Management
• Information organisation and retrieval

Requirements:

(i) For the doctoral student:

• A relevant master’s degree in Library/Information Science from any Institution recognised by UNISA Senate and with an overall average of 60%,
• Applicants must be South African citizens.

(ii) For the master’s student:

• An Honours degree (or equivalent) in Library/Information Science from any Institution recognised by UNISA Senate and with an overall average of 60%
• Applicants must be South African citizens.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 29 November 2010

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