LUF Master Degree Scholarship 2009-2010
Each year the organisation of alumni, Leiden University Fund (LUF) awards 6 LUF scholarships to truly outstanding foreign students pursuing an English language Masters Degree at Leiden University (See the list of eligible English language masters programmes on www.mastersinleiden.nl). The LUF scholarship is open to highly talented students from all countries of the world except the Netherlands.
Please see below for further requirements.
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT
The scholarship consists of EUR 10.800,- for one academic year and is available for master`s programmes starting per September 2009.
APPLICATIONS
Applications can only be made by sending the completed online scholarship application form to the Leiden University Fund (LUF).
DEADLINE
Application deadline: 1 April 2009.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ELIGIBILITY
The applicant has been admitted unconditionally to an English language Masters programme of Leiden University on the basis of prior education outside the Netherlands.
The applicant is not in his/her second year of the masters programme.
The applicant must have obtained excellent results in his/her previous studies and be for instance in the top 10% of students in his/her programme.
The applicant`s studies in the Netherlands must constitute a deepening and broadening of his/her previous studies in the home country.
FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROCEDURES
1. The International Office of Leiden University will forward the necessary documents to the selection committee of LUF. Please note: students applying for a LUF scholarship still have to submit an application for admission to a master`s programme in order to be admitted to the programme. This is a seperate procedure and can be done via online application for admission to a master`s study as described on the website:
www.mastersinleiden.nl/admissions
2. Students have to pay the application fee and necessary deposits for MVV and or housing themselves.
3. Students will be informed by LUF about the decision by the end of May 2009.
4. Allowances will be paid by LUF in September 2009
For more information please visit:
http://www.leidenuniv.nl/en/prospective/index.php3-c=13_luf2009-2010.htm
Friday, February 27, 2009
MA in Advanced European and International Studies at Institut Européen des Hautes Etudes Internationales [France]
Applications for Master in Advanced European and International Studies (M.A.E.I.S.) at Institut Européen des Hautes Etudes Internationales (Nice/France) in cooperation with Istanbul Bilgi University is open!
The Master Program offers the unique opportunity to learn Europe "in Europe" and develop perspectives for Europe`s future. The programme includes semesters in Istanbul, Nice and Berlin and guarantees an international education with an excellent academic staff and environment.
Location: Istanbul, Nice, Berlin, Poznan
Duration: 9 months (From October to July)
In any case, applications and especially request for financial aid should reach the I.EH.E.I. as early as possible in order to be considered under the best conditions.
Deadline for Master Applications:
The deadline for applications is on June 30th, 2009.
Curriculum Highlights: Students who successfully complete the program acquire 60 ECTS credits. In addition to the stays in Istanbul, Nice, Berlin, the Institute offers a study trip to European and international organizations in Geneva, Strasbourg, and Brussels.
Program Value: The program is taught by academics from various European countries, as well as experts from research institutions and international organizations. Over the last years, the Institute has graduated 5000 students coming from more than 80 different countries, having offered them many scholarship opportunities.
Subject Areas: International Relations, European Integration, Democracy and Society, Federalism.
This program is supported by the European Uni0n.
For more information, you are welcome to consult our web site at:
http://www.iehei.org
Please address further requests to:
Students Service
10 avenue des Fleurs
06000 NICE - France
Email : melanie.hobaoloc@cife.eu
phone:
+33 (0)4 93 97 93 70
- Fax : +33 (0)4 93 97 93 71
Centre International de Formation Européenne
Institut Européen des Hautes Etudes Internationales
10 avenue des Fleurs
F – 06000 Nice
http://www.iehei.org
The Master Program offers the unique opportunity to learn Europe "in Europe" and develop perspectives for Europe`s future. The programme includes semesters in Istanbul, Nice and Berlin and guarantees an international education with an excellent academic staff and environment.
Location: Istanbul, Nice, Berlin, Poznan
Duration: 9 months (From October to July)
In any case, applications and especially request for financial aid should reach the I.EH.E.I. as early as possible in order to be considered under the best conditions.
Deadline for Master Applications:
The deadline for applications is on June 30th, 2009.
Curriculum Highlights: Students who successfully complete the program acquire 60 ECTS credits. In addition to the stays in Istanbul, Nice, Berlin, the Institute offers a study trip to European and international organizations in Geneva, Strasbourg, and Brussels.
Program Value: The program is taught by academics from various European countries, as well as experts from research institutions and international organizations. Over the last years, the Institute has graduated 5000 students coming from more than 80 different countries, having offered them many scholarship opportunities.
Subject Areas: International Relations, European Integration, Democracy and Society, Federalism.
This program is supported by the European Uni0n.
For more information, you are welcome to consult our web site at:
http://www.iehei.org
Please address further requests to:
Students Service
10 avenue des Fleurs
06000 NICE - France
Email : melanie.hobaoloc@cife.eu
phone:
+33 (0)4 93 97 93 70 - Fax : +33 (0)4 93 97 93 71Centre International de Formation Européenne
Institut Européen des Hautes Etudes Internationales
10 avenue des Fleurs
F – 06000 Nice
http://www.iehei.org
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Graduate Research Assistantships at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia [Malaysia]
Graduate Research Assistantships (2009-2010), Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Research Assistantships
Research Assistantships are available for Masters Degree Programmes in the Department of Aeronautical Engineering of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia for the academic year 2009-2010. Assistantship per month is around 1500RM. On campus dormitory accommodation on nominal charges may be provided for students who are single. Tuition fees of about 700RM/month for the first six months and about 530RM/month for the subsequent months are to be borne by the student.
Field of Research
Propellants and Combustion
Who can apply?
1. Fresh Mechanical Engineering/ Aerospace Engineering/ Aeronautical Engineering graduates with good academic standing (minimum CGPA of 3.00/4).
2. Students who are to graduate by May/June 2009 can also apply.
3. Interest and strong knowledge in gas dynamics and combustion are the basic requirements.
4. The applicant should be conversant with computer programming.
5. Relevant research experience will be an added qualification.
6. Strong knowledge in English is required (minimum score: TOEFL: 550; or IELTS: 6).
Whom to apply?
Professor S. Krishnan
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
81310 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
krishnan@mail.fkm.utm.my
How to apply?
Application should contain
(1) A covering note duly signed,
(2) A Statement of Puepose,
(3) A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with a self attested passport size photograph and certified photocopies of the grade/mark sheets attached [apart from other details CV must indicate courses taken with dates, grades obtained, final CGPA, computer programming proficiency, TOEFL/IELTS score, and contact address with e-mail and phone numbers].
Also, confidential reports about the applicant from three referees are required. The referees are requested to send their confidential reports (regarding the applicant`s strength and weakness, flare for independent research, capability to work in a team, etc.) in sealed envelopes directly to Professor S. Krishnan.
Last Date
Assistantships will be offered to the selected students on screening the completed applications as and when received. However, the applications received after April 30th 2009 will not be considered.
Research Assistantships
Research Assistantships are available for Masters Degree Programmes in the Department of Aeronautical Engineering of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia for the academic year 2009-2010. Assistantship per month is around 1500RM. On campus dormitory accommodation on nominal charges may be provided for students who are single. Tuition fees of about 700RM/month for the first six months and about 530RM/month for the subsequent months are to be borne by the student.
Field of Research
Propellants and Combustion
Who can apply?
1. Fresh Mechanical Engineering/ Aerospace Engineering/ Aeronautical Engineering graduates with good academic standing (minimum CGPA of 3.00/4).
2. Students who are to graduate by May/June 2009 can also apply.
3. Interest and strong knowledge in gas dynamics and combustion are the basic requirements.
4. The applicant should be conversant with computer programming.
5. Relevant research experience will be an added qualification.
6. Strong knowledge in English is required (minimum score: TOEFL: 550; or IELTS: 6).
Whom to apply?
Professor S. Krishnan
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
81310 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
krishnan@mail.fkm.utm.my
How to apply?
Application should contain
(1) A covering note duly signed,
(2) A Statement of Puepose,
(3) A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with a self attested passport size photograph and certified photocopies of the grade/mark sheets attached [apart from other details CV must indicate courses taken with dates, grades obtained, final CGPA, computer programming proficiency, TOEFL/IELTS score, and contact address with e-mail and phone numbers].
Also, confidential reports about the applicant from three referees are required. The referees are requested to send their confidential reports (regarding the applicant`s strength and weakness, flare for independent research, capability to work in a team, etc.) in sealed envelopes directly to Professor S. Krishnan.
Last Date
Assistantships will be offered to the selected students on screening the completed applications as and when received. However, the applications received after April 30th 2009 will not be considered.
Monday, February 23, 2009
[UK] Postgraduate Research Funding School of Computer Science at University of Manchester
Postgraduate Research Funding
School of Computer Science, The University of Manchester New 18 PhD studentships available.
Funded Project Studentships
From time to time the School has fully funded project studentships that are attached to a specific research project taking place in one of our research groups. Information about current opportunities is available here.
Dorothy Hodgkin Postgraduate Awards
The DHPA are highly prestigious, and successful candidates will be considered to have outstanding research potential and will hold the equivalent of a UK first class honours degree as a minimum. The award covers full international student tuition fees plus DHPA scholars should receive at least the minimum Research Council PhD stipend. For the academic year 2009/10 stipend is £13,290.
Alumni Fund Scholarships
The AFS are primarily for current final-year undergraduate students at Manchester who are considering staying on for PhD study at the University, but the award is also open to those who have graduated from the University within the last four years. This award can be in the form of a minimum partial award of £8,000 or a full award of £16,000 per annum.
Master of Enterprise
For (MEnt) Computer Science Studentships please visit TheManchester Science Enterprise Centre website: http://www.msec.manchester.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/fees-funding/
Available to All Students
The School of Computer Science supports postgraduate research study through the provision of a number of School scholarships. These include:
o Atlas Scholarships
o Project studentships
o School Scholarships
o Demonstrator opportunities
o Teaching Assistantship
o Demonstrator opportunities: If you are self-funded or externally-funded, there are opportunities to undertake paid laboratory demonstrator duties.
o Teaching Assistantships: Teaching assistantships are full-time studentships funded by the school in return for some part-time work. Teaching assistants have a scholarship equivalent to the ESPRC scholarship, plus an honorarium for the work they do. Teaching Assistants work part time in term-time, aiding staff in various teaching-related duties. These duties might include supervising laboratories, preparing and marking course work and taking tutorials and examples classes. There may possibly be an opportunity to give a small number of lectures on courses where the material matches your personal expertise. The work should occupy approximately one full day per week. This enables you to be registered for a full time MPhil/PhD.
Conditions of Work
The work as a teaching assistant should occupy a total of about 180 hours plus some preparation time throughout the year, or approximately one full day a week. The TA will be registered for full-time MPhil or PhD. The precise duties are at the discretion of the Director of the Undergraduate School of the School of Computer Science.
Amount of Award
The current amount of the award is living expenses paid at the current EPSRC national minimum rate plus an honorarium (currently £1,575 per annum) in recognition of Teaching Assistant duties. In addition, the School will pay your University fees (at the current home student rate). Teaching Assistantship is a scholarship, not a job. As such, there is no requirement to pay income tax or National Insurance contributions on this award.
School of Computer Science, The University of Manchester New 18 PhD studentships available.
Funded Project Studentships
From time to time the School has fully funded project studentships that are attached to a specific research project taking place in one of our research groups. Information about current opportunities is available here.
Dorothy Hodgkin Postgraduate Awards
The DHPA are highly prestigious, and successful candidates will be considered to have outstanding research potential and will hold the equivalent of a UK first class honours degree as a minimum. The award covers full international student tuition fees plus DHPA scholars should receive at least the minimum Research Council PhD stipend. For the academic year 2009/10 stipend is £13,290.
Alumni Fund Scholarships
The AFS are primarily for current final-year undergraduate students at Manchester who are considering staying on for PhD study at the University, but the award is also open to those who have graduated from the University within the last four years. This award can be in the form of a minimum partial award of £8,000 or a full award of £16,000 per annum.
Master of Enterprise
For (MEnt) Computer Science Studentships please visit TheManchester Science Enterprise Centre website: http://www.msec.manchester.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/fees-funding/
Available to All Students
The School of Computer Science supports postgraduate research study through the provision of a number of School scholarships. These include:
o Atlas Scholarships
o Project studentships
o School Scholarships
o Demonstrator opportunities
o Teaching Assistantship
o Demonstrator opportunities: If you are self-funded or externally-funded, there are opportunities to undertake paid laboratory demonstrator duties.
o Teaching Assistantships: Teaching assistantships are full-time studentships funded by the school in return for some part-time work. Teaching assistants have a scholarship equivalent to the ESPRC scholarship, plus an honorarium for the work they do. Teaching Assistants work part time in term-time, aiding staff in various teaching-related duties. These duties might include supervising laboratories, preparing and marking course work and taking tutorials and examples classes. There may possibly be an opportunity to give a small number of lectures on courses where the material matches your personal expertise. The work should occupy approximately one full day per week. This enables you to be registered for a full time MPhil/PhD.
Conditions of Work
The work as a teaching assistant should occupy a total of about 180 hours plus some preparation time throughout the year, or approximately one full day a week. The TA will be registered for full-time MPhil or PhD. The precise duties are at the discretion of the Director of the Undergraduate School of the School of Computer Science.
Amount of Award
The current amount of the award is living expenses paid at the current EPSRC national minimum rate plus an honorarium (currently £1,575 per annum) in recognition of Teaching Assistant duties. In addition, the School will pay your University fees (at the current home student rate). Teaching Assistantship is a scholarship, not a job. As such, there is no requirement to pay income tax or National Insurance contributions on this award.
Friday, February 20, 2009
[Netherlands] Master`s Programmes in Geosciences at Utrecht University
Geosciences Scholarship
The Geosciences Scholarship offers outstanding prospective non-Dutch students the opportunity to pursue a degree in one of the Master`s programmes offered by the Graduate School Geosciences. The scholarship programme is highly selective. Only candidates of the highest academic achievement and promise are eligible to receive a scholarship.
Duration and number of scholarships
Selected students will receive a scholarship for a minimum period of 12 and a maximum period of 24 months.
Amount of scholarship
Selected Master`s students are awarded a scholarship up to a maximum of 5,000 Euro per year, for a maximum duration of two years. In total this amounts to 10,000 Euro.
Aim of the programme
The scholarship is designed to make a significant contribution towards the costs of travel and living while studying in Utrecht; however it will be necessary to find additional funding to completely finance your study and stay in Utrecht. As one of the requirements for being granted a residence permit in the Netherlands, students from non EEA countries must prove to the IND (immigration and naturalisation office) that they have sufficient financial means. The university advises a budget, not including the tuition fee, of 10,000 to 14,000 Euros per year to cover as a minimum costs for rent, insurance, living expenses, course books and local transportation.
Selection procedure
The selection for the Geosciences Scholarship is carried out by the Board of Studies of the Graduate School Geosciences within the Faculty of Geosciences. The Board will determine the order of priority of all the eligible candidates on the basis of the criteria below. The funds awarded are exclusively linked to the Master`s programme for which they were granted. Awarded grants cannot be transferred to another starting date or other Master`s programmes.
Eligibility criteria
The applicant must meet the eligibility criteria in order to be considered for one of these scholarships. The applicant should:
1. Hold a non-Dutch passport and not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study for grants and loans;
2. Have been admitted to a Master`s Programme within the Utrecht University Graduate School Geosciences;
3. Hold a relevant Bachelor`s degree or equivalent thereof from a non-Dutch university with a Grade Point Average of 7,5 or higher according to the Dutch grade system. In the Netherlands grades from 1.0 up to 10.0 are used, with 1 being lowest and 10 the highest. A GPA of 7,5 is (for instance) comparable with at least an 60% in the UK and a B+ (or a 3.3) in the United States.
4. Belong to the top 20% of his/her final undergraduate year, as evidenced by a university statement;
5. Be able to comply with the conditions to obtain a Dutch visa (only for students from non EEA countries).
Selection criteria
Eligible candidates are selected for a scholarship on the basis of the following criteria:
1. Their academic excellence and promise in the proposed field of study;
2. The academic quality and concrete results of the preceding education, as evidenced, for example, by grades, test scores, publications, letters of recommendation;
3. The quality and relevance of their motivation letter (academic content, intercultural and communication skills, personal motivation);
4. The quality and feasibility of their financial plan in the application for a place in the Master`s programme;
5. The quality of the application itself (completeness, accuracy, consistency).
Application procedure
Include in your application:
1. The completed Geosciences Scholarship application form;
2. Your bachelor`s thesis or equivalent thereof;
3. A motivation letter of one page, explaining why this scholarship should be awarded to you.
Applications addressed to:
Utrecht University
Graduate School Geosciences
Attn. of Mr. Diederik Gussekloo
Heidelberglaan 2
3584 CS Utrecht
The Netherlands
It is strongly advised to send the scholarship application at the same time as your application for the Master`s Programme.
Deadline of scholarship application
If you plan to start in September applications must be received before March 1st of the same year.
If you plan to start in February applications must be received before September 1st in the preceding year.
Notification of the scholarship awards are expected six weeks after closing dates.
Further inquiries
Any further inquiries should be directed to Mr. Diederik Gussekloo by e-mail only, in order to ensure efficient response: d.gussekloo@geo.uu.nl
The Geosciences Scholarship offers outstanding prospective non-Dutch students the opportunity to pursue a degree in one of the Master`s programmes offered by the Graduate School Geosciences. The scholarship programme is highly selective. Only candidates of the highest academic achievement and promise are eligible to receive a scholarship.
Duration and number of scholarships
Selected students will receive a scholarship for a minimum period of 12 and a maximum period of 24 months.
Amount of scholarship
Selected Master`s students are awarded a scholarship up to a maximum of 5,000 Euro per year, for a maximum duration of two years. In total this amounts to 10,000 Euro.
Aim of the programme
The scholarship is designed to make a significant contribution towards the costs of travel and living while studying in Utrecht; however it will be necessary to find additional funding to completely finance your study and stay in Utrecht. As one of the requirements for being granted a residence permit in the Netherlands, students from non EEA countries must prove to the IND (immigration and naturalisation office) that they have sufficient financial means. The university advises a budget, not including the tuition fee, of 10,000 to 14,000 Euros per year to cover as a minimum costs for rent, insurance, living expenses, course books and local transportation.
Selection procedure
The selection for the Geosciences Scholarship is carried out by the Board of Studies of the Graduate School Geosciences within the Faculty of Geosciences. The Board will determine the order of priority of all the eligible candidates on the basis of the criteria below. The funds awarded are exclusively linked to the Master`s programme for which they were granted. Awarded grants cannot be transferred to another starting date or other Master`s programmes.
Eligibility criteria
The applicant must meet the eligibility criteria in order to be considered for one of these scholarships. The applicant should:
1. Hold a non-Dutch passport and not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study for grants and loans;
2. Have been admitted to a Master`s Programme within the Utrecht University Graduate School Geosciences;
3. Hold a relevant Bachelor`s degree or equivalent thereof from a non-Dutch university with a Grade Point Average of 7,5 or higher according to the Dutch grade system. In the Netherlands grades from 1.0 up to 10.0 are used, with 1 being lowest and 10 the highest. A GPA of 7,5 is (for instance) comparable with at least an 60% in the UK and a B+ (or a 3.3) in the United States.
4. Belong to the top 20% of his/her final undergraduate year, as evidenced by a university statement;
5. Be able to comply with the conditions to obtain a Dutch visa (only for students from non EEA countries).
Selection criteria
Eligible candidates are selected for a scholarship on the basis of the following criteria:
1. Their academic excellence and promise in the proposed field of study;
2. The academic quality and concrete results of the preceding education, as evidenced, for example, by grades, test scores, publications, letters of recommendation;
3. The quality and relevance of their motivation letter (academic content, intercultural and communication skills, personal motivation);
4. The quality and feasibility of their financial plan in the application for a place in the Master`s programme;
5. The quality of the application itself (completeness, accuracy, consistency).
Application procedure
Include in your application:
1. The completed Geosciences Scholarship application form;
2. Your bachelor`s thesis or equivalent thereof;
3. A motivation letter of one page, explaining why this scholarship should be awarded to you.
Applications addressed to:
Utrecht University
Graduate School Geosciences
Attn. of Mr. Diederik Gussekloo
Heidelberglaan 2
3584 CS Utrecht
The Netherlands
It is strongly advised to send the scholarship application at the same time as your application for the Master`s Programme.
Deadline of scholarship application
If you plan to start in September applications must be received before March 1st of the same year.
If you plan to start in February applications must be received before September 1st in the preceding year.
Notification of the scholarship awards are expected six weeks after closing dates.
Further inquiries
Any further inquiries should be directed to Mr. Diederik Gussekloo by e-mail only, in order to ensure efficient response: d.gussekloo@geo.uu.nl
[UK] Engineering & Design Masters Scholarship at University of Sussex
University of Sussex, Engineering & Design Masters Scholarships, The Department of Engineering and Design
The Department of Engineering and Design at Sussex is ranked in the top 15 departments in the UK (based on the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise). We attract and develop outstanding staff and students and contribute to research at international levels of excellence.
Building on our research strengths we offer a range of challenging and innovative taught postgraduate programmes as follows:
1. MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering
2. MSc Aerospace Technology
3. MSc Embedded Digital Systems
4. MSc Mechanical Engineering
5. MSc Modern Communication Technologies with Business Management
6. MSc Modern Digital Communication Systems
7. MSc Satellite Communications and Space Systems
8. MSc Security Technologies and Systems
9. MSc Turbomachinery
A number of generous scholarships are available to outstanding candidates on all the above programmes. The scholarships will be offered as a reduction in tuition fees of £3000 and are open to international students paying the overseas (non-EU) rate of fee.
The application deadline is 1 May.
For more details visit:
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/scholarships_and_bursaries/pg/overseas/e_and_d_masters_ schol.php
Email: Lene Hyltoft (l.hyltoft@sussex.ac.uk)
To find out more about Engineering & Design at Sussex visit:
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/engineering/
The Department of Engineering and Design at Sussex is ranked in the top 15 departments in the UK (based on the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise). We attract and develop outstanding staff and students and contribute to research at international levels of excellence.
Building on our research strengths we offer a range of challenging and innovative taught postgraduate programmes as follows:
1. MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering
2. MSc Aerospace Technology
3. MSc Embedded Digital Systems
4. MSc Mechanical Engineering
5. MSc Modern Communication Technologies with Business Management
6. MSc Modern Digital Communication Systems
7. MSc Satellite Communications and Space Systems
8. MSc Security Technologies and Systems
9. MSc Turbomachinery
A number of generous scholarships are available to outstanding candidates on all the above programmes. The scholarships will be offered as a reduction in tuition fees of £3000 and are open to international students paying the overseas (non-EU) rate of fee.
The application deadline is 1 May.
For more details visit:
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/scholarships_and_bursaries/pg/overseas/e_and_d_masters_ schol.php
Email: Lene Hyltoft (l.hyltoft@sussex.ac.uk)
To find out more about Engineering & Design at Sussex visit:
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/engineering/
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
[UK] Senior Clinical Training Scholarship Pathology at University of Cambridge
Senior Clinical Training Scholarship Pathology, Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Cambridge
Limit of tenure: The Scholarships are for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. They are subject to an intial monitoring period of six months, and to review on an annual basis.
Closing Date March 3th, 2009.
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD 19,970.00 Year one (tax free)
The Department of Veterinary Medicine has two Scholarships available in Pathology, available from 1 May 2009 and 1 September 2009.
The Scholarships are for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. They are subject to an initial monitoring period of six months, and to review on an annual basis.
The Scholarship provides an outstanding opportunity to study for a postgraduate qualification, and the Scholar will be required to register for a diploma or membership of the Royal College of Pathologists.
You will receive core training at the Queen`s Veterinary School Hospital diagnostic pathology laboratory. You will be trained in diagnostic morbid anatomy and histopathology of all common domestic species; will participate in the small-group teaching of veterinary students; and will undertake a research project. The training programme is approved by the European College of Veterinary Pathology, and the Royal College of Pathologists.
Applicants must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or hold a veterinary degree qualifying them for membership. A minimum of twelve months´ experience of diagnostic pathology is desirable.
For informal discussion about the above position, please contact Mr Andrew Jefferies on 01223 337607 arj10@cam.ac.uk
For an application form (SCTS1) and information pack, please contact Melissa Large on 01223 337055, quoting the title of the Scholarship. The application form and information pack may be downloaded from http://www.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/
The completed application form, a curriculum vitae and a covering letter should be sent to Melissa Large, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 OES, or email recruit@vet.cam.ac.uk.
Closing Date March 3th, 2009.
Interview date March 19th, 2009.
Limit of tenure: The Scholarships are for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. They are subject to an intial monitoring period of six months, and to review on an annual basis.
Closing Date March 3th, 2009.
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD 19,970.00 Year one (tax free)
The Department of Veterinary Medicine has two Scholarships available in Pathology, available from 1 May 2009 and 1 September 2009.
The Scholarships are for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. They are subject to an initial monitoring period of six months, and to review on an annual basis.
The Scholarship provides an outstanding opportunity to study for a postgraduate qualification, and the Scholar will be required to register for a diploma or membership of the Royal College of Pathologists.
You will receive core training at the Queen`s Veterinary School Hospital diagnostic pathology laboratory. You will be trained in diagnostic morbid anatomy and histopathology of all common domestic species; will participate in the small-group teaching of veterinary students; and will undertake a research project. The training programme is approved by the European College of Veterinary Pathology, and the Royal College of Pathologists.
Applicants must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or hold a veterinary degree qualifying them for membership. A minimum of twelve months´ experience of diagnostic pathology is desirable.
For informal discussion about the above position, please contact Mr Andrew Jefferies on 01223 337607 arj10@cam.ac.uk
For an application form (SCTS1) and information pack, please contact Melissa Large on 01223 337055, quoting the title of the Scholarship. The application form and information pack may be downloaded from http://www.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/
The completed application form, a curriculum vitae and a covering letter should be sent to Melissa Large, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 OES, or email recruit@vet.cam.ac.uk.
Closing Date March 3th, 2009.
Interview date March 19th, 2009.
Monday, February 16, 2009
[Austria] 18 PhD positions in Molecular Medicine at Medical University of Graz
The Medical University of Graz offers a PhD-Program in Molecular Medicine taught in English.
Call for applications for Students
http://www.medunigraz.at/phd
http://www.medunigraz.at/213
http://www.medunigraz.at/6152
The program provides cutting-edge education in basic principles of human diseases and therapeutics. The thesis projects will focus on various aspects of metabolic, cardiac and vascular diseases, inflammation, cancer and stem cells. They will also integrate basic, applied and clinical sciences, as well as a wide spectrum of experimental techniques.
The program offers multidisciplinary training in Molecular Medicine in a productive and international environment. Successful applicants will carry out individual research projects and participate in lectures, courses, journal clubs, thesis seminars, congresses etc.
Accepted PhD-students will be employed for 3 years with a contract that includes social benefits. Applicants must hold a Master`s degree in Medicine, Chemistry or Life Sciences. Good written and spoken English skills are required.
The call for applications is open!
Deadline: March 15, 2009
Before submitting an application, make yourself familiar with the nature and scope of the program and the formal requirements!
To understand the scientific content of the program you should first read the scope of the program and then look at the projects. If this is, what you are interested in, have a look at the curriculum and the faculty.
PhD Research Positions
The PhD Program of the Medical University of Graz (MUG) is meant to be a highly competitive Excellence Program open for highly motivated students in medicine and life sciences.
The PhD Program implements the third cycle of the Bologna process (the roadmap of the European uni0n for higher education) - that means PhD students are seen at the same time as students who are offered education and guidance for their beneft and as young researchers who contribute to the scientific success of our university. Typically the PhD student will comment his PhD thesis rather soon after the Master`s degree (or equivalent).
The Position
PhD students will be fully employed at the University including social benefits with a net salary of ca. € 1.220,- per month 14 times a year (with the 13th and 14th salary being higher; i.e. a net salary of ca. 17.360 € per year after income tax, health insurance and social security fees).
However, the University does not cover the costs of the PhD enrolment (€ 363.36 per semester) Duties include research (mostly for the thesis) and some teaching (this is also in the interest of the student, since we expect our PhDs to be able to present and teach). A successful PhD student will have to show considerable engagement beyond formal working hours. Parallel to the employment one has to enrol as a PhD student.
Duration of the Contract
Funding is granted for a period of three years, which will be a typical duration for the PhD thesis. Nevertheless, the initial acceptance to the program is not a blank check for three years salary. There will be a constant monitoring of the performance of the student. In case the PhD committee is dissatisfied with a student`s performance, it is obliged to take actions which - in extreme cases - may include a premature termination of the employment contract.
Application
Who can apply?
Any student who has the equivalent of a masters degree in any subject from medicine to chemistry to biology, including biochemistry, micro- or molecular biology, pharmacology or related areas. The criterion for being eligible is that the degree should permit the student to enter PhD education in the country where the degree was obtained (typically his/her home country). Students must be fluent in English (knowledge of German is not a must).
Criteria for admission:
This is an excellence program. We try to get the most interested, ambitious and intelligent students to educate them for a career as scientist on an international level. This is basically the only criterion, we have no quota with regard to sex, ethnicity or nationality.
Selection procedure:
There will be a two-step selection procedure. In the first step written applications will be ranked according to the scientific merits. In a second step, the top candidates will be invited for a personal hearing. Travel costs will be reimbursed up to a certain limit (details will be sent together with the invitation).
If you have decided to apply:
1. Fill in the application form completely.
2. Ask at least two people that are familiar with your achievements to provide recommendation letters on the relevant forms. The recommendation letters must be signed and contain the stamp the respective institution. Your referee is supposed to send the scanned document as an email attachment to PhD-molmed@medunigraz.at stating in the subject line PhD and the name of the candidate (e.g. "Subject: PhD/Smith"). It is your responsibility that the letters of recommendation are received by the Medical University of Graz not later than 15 March, 2009!
3. Provide scans of the following documents (in English or German translation, where necessary) as pdf-files:
-Degree(s) and intermediate certificates (if already obtained)
-Transcripts of marks (academic record)
-Certificate of English proficiency (if available; e.g. TOEFL)
-Be aware that in case of your positive evaluation and invitation to the hearing you will have to provide all your documents in original and certified English or German translation.
4. Compare your documents with the checklist to make sure that your application is complete.
5. Read the overall schedule carefully.
6. Applications must be submitted exclusively by email in full and using only the requested forms to PhD-molmed@medunigraz.at stating PhD application in the subject line.
Send your documents together with the application form. Attachments must not exceed 10 MB, as otherwise submission will be blocked by the server.
Please note that only complete applications will be considered!
Your application will not be handled unless all required documents are submitted.
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted (no exception)!
Notably, we advise to send your application even before the deadline so that we can check and inform you about the sufficiency of the documents.
Schedule
Deadline for Applications March 15, 2009
Based on the written applications, the faculty will select candidates to attend a hearing in Graz.
Invitation to the Hearing / Notification of Non-Acceptance starting April 6, 2009 (1) Two day Hearing in Graz June 8 - 9, 2009
Notification of Acceptance / Non-Acceptance starting June 15, 2009. These are approximate dates; e.g. invitations may also be sent later if additional projects are funded.
Call for applications for Students
http://www.medunigraz.at/phd
http://www.medunigraz.at/213
http://www.medunigraz.at/6152
The program provides cutting-edge education in basic principles of human diseases and therapeutics. The thesis projects will focus on various aspects of metabolic, cardiac and vascular diseases, inflammation, cancer and stem cells. They will also integrate basic, applied and clinical sciences, as well as a wide spectrum of experimental techniques.
The program offers multidisciplinary training in Molecular Medicine in a productive and international environment. Successful applicants will carry out individual research projects and participate in lectures, courses, journal clubs, thesis seminars, congresses etc.
Accepted PhD-students will be employed for 3 years with a contract that includes social benefits. Applicants must hold a Master`s degree in Medicine, Chemistry or Life Sciences. Good written and spoken English skills are required.
The call for applications is open!
Deadline: March 15, 2009
Before submitting an application, make yourself familiar with the nature and scope of the program and the formal requirements!
To understand the scientific content of the program you should first read the scope of the program and then look at the projects. If this is, what you are interested in, have a look at the curriculum and the faculty.
PhD Research Positions
The PhD Program of the Medical University of Graz (MUG) is meant to be a highly competitive Excellence Program open for highly motivated students in medicine and life sciences.
The PhD Program implements the third cycle of the Bologna process (the roadmap of the European uni0n for higher education) - that means PhD students are seen at the same time as students who are offered education and guidance for their beneft and as young researchers who contribute to the scientific success of our university. Typically the PhD student will comment his PhD thesis rather soon after the Master`s degree (or equivalent).
The Position
PhD students will be fully employed at the University including social benefits with a net salary of ca. € 1.220,- per month 14 times a year (with the 13th and 14th salary being higher; i.e. a net salary of ca. 17.360 € per year after income tax, health insurance and social security fees).
However, the University does not cover the costs of the PhD enrolment (€ 363.36 per semester) Duties include research (mostly for the thesis) and some teaching (this is also in the interest of the student, since we expect our PhDs to be able to present and teach). A successful PhD student will have to show considerable engagement beyond formal working hours. Parallel to the employment one has to enrol as a PhD student.
Duration of the Contract
Funding is granted for a period of three years, which will be a typical duration for the PhD thesis. Nevertheless, the initial acceptance to the program is not a blank check for three years salary. There will be a constant monitoring of the performance of the student. In case the PhD committee is dissatisfied with a student`s performance, it is obliged to take actions which - in extreme cases - may include a premature termination of the employment contract.
Application
Who can apply?
Any student who has the equivalent of a masters degree in any subject from medicine to chemistry to biology, including biochemistry, micro- or molecular biology, pharmacology or related areas. The criterion for being eligible is that the degree should permit the student to enter PhD education in the country where the degree was obtained (typically his/her home country). Students must be fluent in English (knowledge of German is not a must).
Criteria for admission:
This is an excellence program. We try to get the most interested, ambitious and intelligent students to educate them for a career as scientist on an international level. This is basically the only criterion, we have no quota with regard to sex, ethnicity or nationality.
Selection procedure:
There will be a two-step selection procedure. In the first step written applications will be ranked according to the scientific merits. In a second step, the top candidates will be invited for a personal hearing. Travel costs will be reimbursed up to a certain limit (details will be sent together with the invitation).
If you have decided to apply:
1. Fill in the application form completely.
2. Ask at least two people that are familiar with your achievements to provide recommendation letters on the relevant forms. The recommendation letters must be signed and contain the stamp the respective institution. Your referee is supposed to send the scanned document as an email attachment to PhD-molmed@medunigraz.at stating in the subject line PhD and the name of the candidate (e.g. "Subject: PhD/Smith"). It is your responsibility that the letters of recommendation are received by the Medical University of Graz not later than 15 March, 2009!
3. Provide scans of the following documents (in English or German translation, where necessary) as pdf-files:
-Degree(s) and intermediate certificates (if already obtained)
-Transcripts of marks (academic record)
-Certificate of English proficiency (if available; e.g. TOEFL)
-Be aware that in case of your positive evaluation and invitation to the hearing you will have to provide all your documents in original and certified English or German translation.
4. Compare your documents with the checklist to make sure that your application is complete.
5. Read the overall schedule carefully.
6. Applications must be submitted exclusively by email in full and using only the requested forms to PhD-molmed@medunigraz.at stating PhD application in the subject line.
Send your documents together with the application form. Attachments must not exceed 10 MB, as otherwise submission will be blocked by the server.
Please note that only complete applications will be considered!
Your application will not be handled unless all required documents are submitted.
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted (no exception)!
Notably, we advise to send your application even before the deadline so that we can check and inform you about the sufficiency of the documents.
Schedule
Deadline for Applications March 15, 2009
Based on the written applications, the faculty will select candidates to attend a hearing in Graz.
Invitation to the Hearing / Notification of Non-Acceptance starting April 6, 2009 (1) Two day Hearing in Graz June 8 - 9, 2009
Notification of Acceptance / Non-Acceptance starting June 15, 2009. These are approximate dates; e.g. invitations may also be sent later if additional projects are funded.
Friday, February 13, 2009
[Italy] International Scholarship for Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering at Biella Campus
International Scholarship for Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering, Biella campus, Italy
Call for Applications for the 2009/2010 Academic Year
The project offers international students the possibility to receive a scholarship and other benefits to graduate from the Politecnico di Torino attending a Bachelor of Science (BS) program in Textile Engineering at the Biella campus.
The initiative is promoted by the Politecnico di Torino and is supported by Camera di Commercio di Biella, Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Biella and Unione Industriale Biellese.
General information on the Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering program
Location: Biella (Città Studi university campus)
Language in which the courses are held: English
Length: 3 years
The activities will begin in September 2009.
For more information on the Biella university campus, please visit the Città Studi website.
Requirements
1. Having not Italian citizenship or being an Italian citizen who has obtained a secondary school diploma abroad
2. Being at least 18 years old (by 01/09/2009)
3. Meeting the minimum requirements for the admission to Italian university. For further information, please visit the Entry requirements page.
4. In the countries where it is required, having successfully passed the state-level university admission exam (e.g. Gao Kao in China)
5. Knowledge of the English language, preferably demonstrated by an international certification (students who do not provide such certification may be asked to conduct a telephone interview to test their knowledge of English)
6. Not having enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program of the Politecnico di Torino before the 2009/2010 academic year
7. Not being the recipient of other scholarships, Italian or foreign.
Scholarships Selection criteria
Applicants will be selected based on their previous academic career and on their Curriculum Vitae.
Amount of the scholarship
The gross amount of the Biella Campus scholarship is 10.000 Euro per year (30.000 Euro for the complete period). The exact net sum is dependent upon the individual tax conditions of each student, which can be verified only upon the arrival of the student. The amount of the scholarship will not be increased in case the student will need more time to graduate than indicated.
The allocation of the scholarship is dependent upon the submission, within 10 days from the arrival in Italy of the student, of the original documentation, which must correspond with the documentation attached to the online form (see the "Selection outcomes" section below). Payment of the scholarship occurs periodically. The first instalment is dependent upon the possession of the relevant documentation (residence permit, Italian fiscal code, and bank account in the name of the scholarship recipient), all obtainable upon arrival in Italy; for this reason, the first instalment is not paid at the moment of arrival at the Politecnico di Torino, but in the course of the following months (most probably November).
Requirements to maintain the scholarship
Given that it is not possible to combine the benefits received from more than one scholarship, students who are assigned another study grant while receiving the Biella Campus scholarship must promptly notify the Politecnico di Torino. Payment of the scholarship will be suspended if the academic performance of the recipient does not meet a satisfactory level.
How to apply
To apply, students must, under the penalty of being excluded from the selection process:
COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM
Deadlines:
Application deadline: 8 p.m. (Italian time) on March 22nd, 2009.
Method: fill in the online application form by first registering and providing your biographical information, logging in and choosing your level and degree program, and subsequently submitting the application. Students must also provide information on their previous educational career, language abilities and work experience, and they must attach the necessary documentation in pdf format. After having completed these steps, the application for a scholarship will be considered complete.
N.B. The scholarship or project for which the applicant is eligible is not specified in the application form, since the Politecnico will automatically assess your eligibility for the Biella Campus scholarship based on the information you provide. At the end of the selection process, the Politecnico di Torino will inform you if you have been selected for a Biella Campus scholarship (see the "Selection outcomes" section below).
The following documentation must be attached in pdf format to the online application form: Secondary School Diploma*
For students from the countries where it is required, a certificate showing that the state-level university admission exam (e.g. Gao Kao in China) has been passed**
For students from a national school system in which preuniversity education lasts for less than 12 years: a transcript that demonstrates that all the exams in the student´s program of study have been passed (1 or 2 years, depending on whether the national school system lasts for 11 or 10 years, respectively) OR, for students who have enrolled in a post-secondary institution, a certificate that demonstrates the attainment of a post-diploma degree
Curriculum Vitae, dated and signed (in English if possible) - maximum 3 pages
Letters of reference (optional - 2 maximum)
A personal introduction letter (written by the applicant)
Optional English language certificate
The above documents must be rendered in English (preferably) , Italian, French, or Spanish.
* Applicants who have not yet obtained a diploma by March 22nd, 2009 must in any case submit their application within the said deadline; after this date, they will be allowed to re-enter the application form only to attach the document and fill in the fields relating to the diploma up until July 15th.
** Applicants who have not yet obtained such a certificate by March 22nd, 2009 must in any case submit their application within the said deadline; after this date, they will be allowed to re-enter the application form only to attach this document and fill in the fields relating to the national state-level university admission exam up until July 15th.
We emphasise that the data shown in the documents must coincide with those inserted in the online application form. Moreover, failure to attach even one of the above documents will result in exclusion from the selection process.
Call for Applications for the 2009/2010 Academic Year
The project offers international students the possibility to receive a scholarship and other benefits to graduate from the Politecnico di Torino attending a Bachelor of Science (BS) program in Textile Engineering at the Biella campus.
The initiative is promoted by the Politecnico di Torino and is supported by Camera di Commercio di Biella, Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Biella and Unione Industriale Biellese.
General information on the Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering program
Location: Biella (Città Studi university campus)
Language in which the courses are held: English
Length: 3 years
The activities will begin in September 2009.
For more information on the Biella university campus, please visit the Città Studi website.
Requirements
1. Having not Italian citizenship or being an Italian citizen who has obtained a secondary school diploma abroad
2. Being at least 18 years old (by 01/09/2009)
3. Meeting the minimum requirements for the admission to Italian university. For further information, please visit the Entry requirements page.
4. In the countries where it is required, having successfully passed the state-level university admission exam (e.g. Gao Kao in China)
5. Knowledge of the English language, preferably demonstrated by an international certification (students who do not provide such certification may be asked to conduct a telephone interview to test their knowledge of English)
6. Not having enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program of the Politecnico di Torino before the 2009/2010 academic year
7. Not being the recipient of other scholarships, Italian or foreign.
Scholarships Selection criteria
Applicants will be selected based on their previous academic career and on their Curriculum Vitae.
Amount of the scholarship
The gross amount of the Biella Campus scholarship is 10.000 Euro per year (30.000 Euro for the complete period). The exact net sum is dependent upon the individual tax conditions of each student, which can be verified only upon the arrival of the student. The amount of the scholarship will not be increased in case the student will need more time to graduate than indicated.
The allocation of the scholarship is dependent upon the submission, within 10 days from the arrival in Italy of the student, of the original documentation, which must correspond with the documentation attached to the online form (see the "Selection outcomes" section below). Payment of the scholarship occurs periodically. The first instalment is dependent upon the possession of the relevant documentation (residence permit, Italian fiscal code, and bank account in the name of the scholarship recipient), all obtainable upon arrival in Italy; for this reason, the first instalment is not paid at the moment of arrival at the Politecnico di Torino, but in the course of the following months (most probably November).
Requirements to maintain the scholarship
Given that it is not possible to combine the benefits received from more than one scholarship, students who are assigned another study grant while receiving the Biella Campus scholarship must promptly notify the Politecnico di Torino. Payment of the scholarship will be suspended if the academic performance of the recipient does not meet a satisfactory level.
How to apply
To apply, students must, under the penalty of being excluded from the selection process:
COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM
Deadlines:
Application deadline: 8 p.m. (Italian time) on March 22nd, 2009.
Method: fill in the online application form by first registering and providing your biographical information, logging in and choosing your level and degree program, and subsequently submitting the application. Students must also provide information on their previous educational career, language abilities and work experience, and they must attach the necessary documentation in pdf format. After having completed these steps, the application for a scholarship will be considered complete.
N.B. The scholarship or project for which the applicant is eligible is not specified in the application form, since the Politecnico will automatically assess your eligibility for the Biella Campus scholarship based on the information you provide. At the end of the selection process, the Politecnico di Torino will inform you if you have been selected for a Biella Campus scholarship (see the "Selection outcomes" section below).
The following documentation must be attached in pdf format to the online application form: Secondary School Diploma*
For students from the countries where it is required, a certificate showing that the state-level university admission exam (e.g. Gao Kao in China) has been passed**
For students from a national school system in which preuniversity education lasts for less than 12 years: a transcript that demonstrates that all the exams in the student´s program of study have been passed (1 or 2 years, depending on whether the national school system lasts for 11 or 10 years, respectively) OR, for students who have enrolled in a post-secondary institution, a certificate that demonstrates the attainment of a post-diploma degree
Curriculum Vitae, dated and signed (in English if possible) - maximum 3 pages
Letters of reference (optional - 2 maximum)
A personal introduction letter (written by the applicant)
Optional English language certificate
The above documents must be rendered in English (preferably) , Italian, French, or Spanish.
* Applicants who have not yet obtained a diploma by March 22nd, 2009 must in any case submit their application within the said deadline; after this date, they will be allowed to re-enter the application form only to attach the document and fill in the fields relating to the diploma up until July 15th.
** Applicants who have not yet obtained such a certificate by March 22nd, 2009 must in any case submit their application within the said deadline; after this date, they will be allowed to re-enter the application form only to attach this document and fill in the fields relating to the national state-level university admission exam up until July 15th.
We emphasise that the data shown in the documents must coincide with those inserted in the online application form. Moreover, failure to attach even one of the above documents will result in exclusion from the selection process.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
[Belgium] Phd in Genomics at Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Vacancy for a PhD student
The research group of Industrial Microbiology and Food Biotechnology (IMDO) of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel is a dynamic and international research team where the majority of research projects aim to study the biodiversity of traditional fermented food products to identify and fully characterize interesting isolates of lactic acid bacteria and acetic acid bacteria. These isolates are further investigated towards their potential as innovative, functional starter cultures to be used in industrial food fermentations to improve texture, shelf-life and aroma of the fermented foods. Also, IMDO is involved in health-related research projects on pro- and prebiotics as functional foods.
To accomplish its mission, IMDO can rely on a state-of-the- art research infrastructure comprising computer-controlled fermentors, molecular microbiology equipment and an extensive analysis platform for metabolomics, as well as on an in-house developed functional gene microarray.
To strengthen its team, IMDO wants to hire a PhD student that will be involved in research on genomics, transcriptomics, and metagenomics of lactic acid bacteria and acetic acid bacteria. The successful candidate should have a Master degree in Bio-engineering Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Biology. Knowledge of bioinformatics software tools for sequence analysis and Perl scripting skills are a plus, as is hands-on experience with Linux and MySQL (or a related RDBMS). Further, the candidate should be a team-player and should have excellent communication skills.
For practical information concerning this vacancy, please contact
Dr. Stefan Weckx (stefan.weckx@vub.ac.be).
To apply for this vacancy, please send your application letter and curriculum vitae to:
Prof. Dr. ir. Luc De Vuyst
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Research Group of Industrial Microbiology and Food Biotechnology (IMDO)
Pleinlaan 2, 1050 Brussel
E-mail: ldvuyst@vub.ac.be
Website: http://imdo.vub.ac.be
The research group of Industrial Microbiology and Food Biotechnology (IMDO) of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel is a dynamic and international research team where the majority of research projects aim to study the biodiversity of traditional fermented food products to identify and fully characterize interesting isolates of lactic acid bacteria and acetic acid bacteria. These isolates are further investigated towards their potential as innovative, functional starter cultures to be used in industrial food fermentations to improve texture, shelf-life and aroma of the fermented foods. Also, IMDO is involved in health-related research projects on pro- and prebiotics as functional foods.
To accomplish its mission, IMDO can rely on a state-of-the- art research infrastructure comprising computer-controlled fermentors, molecular microbiology equipment and an extensive analysis platform for metabolomics, as well as on an in-house developed functional gene microarray.
To strengthen its team, IMDO wants to hire a PhD student that will be involved in research on genomics, transcriptomics, and metagenomics of lactic acid bacteria and acetic acid bacteria. The successful candidate should have a Master degree in Bio-engineering Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Biology. Knowledge of bioinformatics software tools for sequence analysis and Perl scripting skills are a plus, as is hands-on experience with Linux and MySQL (or a related RDBMS). Further, the candidate should be a team-player and should have excellent communication skills.
For practical information concerning this vacancy, please contact
Dr. Stefan Weckx (stefan.weckx@vub.ac.be).
To apply for this vacancy, please send your application letter and curriculum vitae to:
Prof. Dr. ir. Luc De Vuyst
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Research Group of Industrial Microbiology and Food Biotechnology (IMDO)
Pleinlaan 2, 1050 Brussel
E-mail: ldvuyst@vub.ac.be
Website: http://imdo.vub.ac.be
[UK] Masters Studentship in History of Medicine at University of Newcastle
Masters Studentships in the History of Medicine
Centre for the History of Medicine
The School of Historical Studies at Newcastle University is pleased to advertise between 4 and 6 Masters Studentship Awards for postgraduate study in Newcastle`s Wellcome Trust recognised MA programme in the History of Medicine during the academic year 2009-10. The closing date for applications is 30 April 2009.
The stipends for these awards will be set as follows: Two studentships will be awarded at either £15,000 (including home/EU fees) for full-time home/EU students, or £20,000 (including international fees) for full-time non-EU students of outstanding merit; the other studentships will be awarded at either £5,000 (including home/EU-fees) for meritorious full-time home/EU students, or £10,000 (including international fees) for non-EU students. Part time studentships will be awarded to meritorious applicants at c. half the above rate per annum.
The studentships are funded by the Northern Centre for the History of Medicine and will be available as of September 2009. The Northern Centre is a partnership between the Universities of Newcastle and Durham, and is supported by the Wellcome Trust. Successful applicants will join the postgraduate community based at the School of Historical Studies at Newcastle University. Postgraduate teaching and research supervision in the History of Medicine at Newcastle is delivered by scholars with established international reputations in the field.
Eligibility:
Applications for the studentship are invited from highly motivated graduates from various backgrounds including the Humanities and Social Sciences (e.g. History, Classics, Philosophy, Literature, Religious Studies, Archaeology, Psychology, Sciences, Sociology etc.). Applicants require a good (or predicted) undergraduate degree result (1st or high 2:1) in such a subject. Candidates with a medical background are also strongly encouraged to apply, and the studentship is open to current stage 4 Newcastle medical students who have opted to take the MA in the History of Medicine as an intercalated degree after stage 4 MBBS. Applications from overseas candidates with equivalent qualifications are also very welcome.
Application procedure:
Applicants are asked to send:
i) a CV and list of academic qualifications and experience;
ii) a personal statement and letter of application outlining reasons for wanting to pursue postgraduate study in the history of medicine at Newcastle and highlighting specific research interests (max 300 words),
iii) copies of any relevant certificates and transcripts, and
(iv) letters of recommendation from two academic referees.
Applications should be sent to the Postgraduate Secretary,
Ms Sandra Fletcher,
School of Historical Studies,
University of Newcastle,
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, to arrive no later than 30 April 2009.
For specific inquiries about the studentships and about the MA programme please contact:
Prof. P.J. van der Eijk,
Degree Programme Director,
MA in History of Medicine,
School of Historical Studies & Northern Centre for the History of Medicine,
Newcastle University,
Armstrong Building,
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU,
tel: (direct) 0191 222 8262;
email: philip.van-der-eijk@ncl.ac.uk
Centre for the History of Medicine
The School of Historical Studies at Newcastle University is pleased to advertise between 4 and 6 Masters Studentship Awards for postgraduate study in Newcastle`s Wellcome Trust recognised MA programme in the History of Medicine during the academic year 2009-10. The closing date for applications is 30 April 2009.
The stipends for these awards will be set as follows: Two studentships will be awarded at either £15,000 (including home/EU fees) for full-time home/EU students, or £20,000 (including international fees) for full-time non-EU students of outstanding merit; the other studentships will be awarded at either £5,000 (including home/EU-fees) for meritorious full-time home/EU students, or £10,000 (including international fees) for non-EU students. Part time studentships will be awarded to meritorious applicants at c. half the above rate per annum.
The studentships are funded by the Northern Centre for the History of Medicine and will be available as of September 2009. The Northern Centre is a partnership between the Universities of Newcastle and Durham, and is supported by the Wellcome Trust. Successful applicants will join the postgraduate community based at the School of Historical Studies at Newcastle University. Postgraduate teaching and research supervision in the History of Medicine at Newcastle is delivered by scholars with established international reputations in the field.
Eligibility:
Applications for the studentship are invited from highly motivated graduates from various backgrounds including the Humanities and Social Sciences (e.g. History, Classics, Philosophy, Literature, Religious Studies, Archaeology, Psychology, Sciences, Sociology etc.). Applicants require a good (or predicted) undergraduate degree result (1st or high 2:1) in such a subject. Candidates with a medical background are also strongly encouraged to apply, and the studentship is open to current stage 4 Newcastle medical students who have opted to take the MA in the History of Medicine as an intercalated degree after stage 4 MBBS. Applications from overseas candidates with equivalent qualifications are also very welcome.
Application procedure:
Applicants are asked to send:
i) a CV and list of academic qualifications and experience;
ii) a personal statement and letter of application outlining reasons for wanting to pursue postgraduate study in the history of medicine at Newcastle and highlighting specific research interests (max 300 words),
iii) copies of any relevant certificates and transcripts, and
(iv) letters of recommendation from two academic referees.
Applications should be sent to the Postgraduate Secretary,
Ms Sandra Fletcher,
School of Historical Studies,
University of Newcastle,
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, to arrive no later than 30 April 2009.
For specific inquiries about the studentships and about the MA programme please contact:
Prof. P.J. van der Eijk,
Degree Programme Director,
MA in History of Medicine,
School of Historical Studies & Northern Centre for the History of Medicine,
Newcastle University,
Armstrong Building,
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU,
tel: (direct) 0191 222 8262;
email: philip.van-der-eijk@ncl.ac.uk
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
[France] Masters of Science Program at Ecole Centrale de Nantes
Masters of Science Program at Ecole Centrale de Nantes
Master of Science in Applied Mechanics on
- Computational Structural Mechanics
- Design Systems and Products
- Metallic Assemblies and Complex Composites
- Civil Engineering and Environment
- Hydrodynamics – Energetics and Propulsion
Master of Science in Control Engineering and Production Systems on
- Automatic Control, Robotics, Signal and Image
- Embedded Computer Science and Production Systems
Master of Science and Techniques in Urban Environment on
- Atmosphere, Water and Urban Environment
Application form
- Before May 15, 2009 on www.ec-nantes.fr/master
Scholarship
- We can help the students with very good academic background to obtain scholarships from embassies, industries and Centrale Nantes
Language courses
1st year in English - 2d year in French
Tuition fees
- €6300 for the two years.
Website
www.ec-nantes.fr/master
Contact
Anne-Laure FREMONDIERE (international@ec-nantes.fr)
Manager Relations Internationales
Direction des Relations Internationales
Ecole Centrale de Nantes
1 rue de la Noë
BP 92101
44321 NANTES Cedex 3
FRANCE
Tel: +33 (0)2 40 37 68 27
Fax: +33 (0)2 40 37 25 22
Master of Science in Applied Mechanics on
- Computational Structural Mechanics
- Design Systems and Products
- Metallic Assemblies and Complex Composites
- Civil Engineering and Environment
- Hydrodynamics – Energetics and Propulsion
Master of Science in Control Engineering and Production Systems on
- Automatic Control, Robotics, Signal and Image
- Embedded Computer Science and Production Systems
Master of Science and Techniques in Urban Environment on
- Atmosphere, Water and Urban Environment
Application form
- Before May 15, 2009 on www.ec-nantes.fr/master
Scholarship
- We can help the students with very good academic background to obtain scholarships from embassies, industries and Centrale Nantes
Language courses
1st year in English - 2d year in French
Tuition fees
- €6300 for the two years.
Website
www.ec-nantes.fr/master
Contact
Anne-Laure FREMONDIERE (international@ec-nantes.fr)
Manager Relations Internationales
Direction des Relations Internationales
Ecole Centrale de Nantes
1 rue de la Noë
BP 92101
44321 NANTES Cedex 3
FRANCE
Tel: +33 (0)2 40 37 68 27
Fax: +33 (0)2 40 37 25 22
Monday, February 9, 2009
[Qatar] Master Program Scholarships in Islamic Finance at Qatar University
Master of Science in Islamic Finance and Diploma in Islamic Finance
The Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies (QFIS) is offering full-scholarships for the following programs:
1. Master of Arts in Islamic Studies with a specialization in Contemporary Fiqh
2. Master of Arts in Islamic Studies with a specialization in Religions and Contemporary thought
3. Master of Arts in Public Policy in Islam
4. Master of Science in Islamic Finance
5. Diploma in Islamic Finance
6. Diploma in Islamic Studies
Note: only the first two programs require a bachelors of religious studies as a pre-requisite
Scholarships include tuition, housing etc. for international students
Deadline for applying: 31 March, 09
Deadline for submitting language results (TOEFL & Arabic test): 13 August, 09
Please visit the website for the admissions and scholarship forms and for further details.
Contact Information:
Admissions Office
Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies
P.O Box 34110
Doha, Qatar
Phone:
+974 4546560 / +974 4546559
email: nalmerikhi@qfis.edu.qa
website: http://www.qfis.edu.qa
The Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies (QFIS) is offering full-scholarships for the following programs:
1. Master of Arts in Islamic Studies with a specialization in Contemporary Fiqh
2. Master of Arts in Islamic Studies with a specialization in Religions and Contemporary thought
3. Master of Arts in Public Policy in Islam
4. Master of Science in Islamic Finance
5. Diploma in Islamic Finance
6. Diploma in Islamic Studies
Note: only the first two programs require a bachelors of religious studies as a pre-requisite
Scholarships include tuition, housing etc. for international students
Deadline for applying: 31 March, 09
Deadline for submitting language results (TOEFL & Arabic test): 13 August, 09
Please visit the website for the admissions and scholarship forms and for further details.
Contact Information:
Admissions Office
Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies
P.O Box 34110
Doha, Qatar
Phone:
+974 4546560 / +974 4546559email: nalmerikhi@qfis.edu.qa
website: http://www.qfis.edu.qa
Friday, February 6, 2009
[UK] PhD Scholarships in Chemistry at University of Warwick
Department of Chemistry University of Warwick
http://www.warwick.ac.uk/go/chemistry/research
PhD Studentships will be available in 2009/10 for projects in:
1. Chemical Biology
2. Materials Chemistry
3. Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics
4. Synthetic Chemistry
5. Theory and Computational Chemistry
You will normally have high 2i or 1st degree in Chemistry or related science and have evidence of research ability from your undergraduate degree.
International students must have the equivalent of a UK 2i or above. You may also have a Masters or MChem degree.
Please apply using the University of Warwick on-line application system www.go.warwick.ac.uk/pgapply
Competitive Scholarships
The Department of Chemistry at Warwick also supports applications for University of Warwick competitive scholarships.
More information is available at
www.go.warwick.ac.uk/chem-phd/funding/wprs
For Details on how to apply see www.go.warwick.ac.uk/chem-phd
http://www.warwick.ac.uk/go/chemistry/research
PhD Studentships will be available in 2009/10 for projects in:
1. Chemical Biology
2. Materials Chemistry
3. Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics
4. Synthetic Chemistry
5. Theory and Computational Chemistry
You will normally have high 2i or 1st degree in Chemistry or related science and have evidence of research ability from your undergraduate degree.
International students must have the equivalent of a UK 2i or above. You may also have a Masters or MChem degree.
Please apply using the University of Warwick on-line application system www.go.warwick.ac.uk/pgapply
Competitive Scholarships
The Department of Chemistry at Warwick also supports applications for University of Warwick competitive scholarships.
More information is available at
www.go.warwick.ac.uk/chem-phd/funding/wprs
For Details on how to apply see www.go.warwick.ac.uk/chem-phd
[Singapore] ADB-Japan Scholarship Program in Economics at National University of Singapore
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program, Departement of Economics National University of Singapore
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB`s developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development- related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region. The ADB-JSP enrolls about 300 students annually in 20 academic institutions located in 10 countries within the Region.
Department of Economics, National University of Singapore is one of institution participating in this ADB-JSP scholarship program.
Below is program offered:
-Master in Social Sciences (Economics)
SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.
- full tuition fees
- a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
- an allowance for books and instructional materials
- medical insurance
- travel expenses
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute. The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
- Gained admission to an approved post graduate course in any of the participating academic institutions. (Department of Economics, National University of Singapore)
- A bachelor`s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
- At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience
- Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
- Not more than 35 years old at the time of application.
- In good health.
- Should agree to return to his/her home county after completion of studies under the Program.
- Staff of participating academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
- Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.
- Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of the other international organizations are not eligible for the Scholarship.
- Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for the Scholarship.
Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
MORE INFORMATION:
ADB-JSP Coordinators
Department of Economics
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
AS2 Level 6, 1 Arts Link, Singapore 117570
Email: ecssec@nus.edu.sg, ecsbox2@nus.edu.sg
Or you can also visit ADB- Japan Scholarship Program`s website at www.adb.org/jsp for more detail information about this program.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB`s developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development- related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region. The ADB-JSP enrolls about 300 students annually in 20 academic institutions located in 10 countries within the Region.
Department of Economics, National University of Singapore is one of institution participating in this ADB-JSP scholarship program.
Below is program offered:
-Master in Social Sciences (Economics)
SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.
- full tuition fees
- a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
- an allowance for books and instructional materials
- medical insurance
- travel expenses
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute. The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
- Gained admission to an approved post graduate course in any of the participating academic institutions. (Department of Economics, National University of Singapore)
- A bachelor`s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
- At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience
- Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
- Not more than 35 years old at the time of application.
- In good health.
- Should agree to return to his/her home county after completion of studies under the Program.
- Staff of participating academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
- Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.
- Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of the other international organizations are not eligible for the Scholarship.
- Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for the Scholarship.
Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
MORE INFORMATION:
ADB-JSP Coordinators
Department of Economics
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
AS2 Level 6, 1 Arts Link, Singapore 117570
Email: ecssec@nus.edu.sg, ecsbox2@nus.edu.sg
Or you can also visit ADB- Japan Scholarship Program`s website at www.adb.org/jsp for more detail information about this program.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
[JAPAN] The International Priority Graduate Program (PGP) at Ritsumeikan University
Ritsumeikan University
APPLICATION GUIDELINES (PGP) 2009
The Japanese Ministry of Education, Science, Sports and Culture (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)
HOST UNIVERSITY RECOMMENDATION SCHOLARSHIP
"The International Priority Graduate Program (PGP)"
The Monbukagakusho offers scholarships to international students with recommendations from their host universities under the following guidelines:
ELIGIBILITY AND CONDITIONS
1) Applicants must be graduate students who will newly enter Japan for the purpose of study.
2) Nationality: Applicants must have nationality of a country that is recognized by the Japanese government as of April 1, 2009.
3) Age: Applicants must have been born on or after April 2, 1974.
4) Educational Qualifications: Applicants must have at least an undergraduate degree.
5) Major Fields: Applicants must specialize in the same or related field as their area of study in their home university. It must also be a field in which the applicant can receive supervision and guidance at the institution where the applicant has been admitted.
6) Language: All courses at this program are conducted in English. Applicants must possess a sufficiently high level of English proficiency to be able to take classes in English.
7) Health: Applicants must be in both good physical and mental health.
8) Arrival in Japan: Applicants must arrive in Japan on the date designated by the host institution in mid-September, 2009. Applicants will be notified of further details regarding arrival in Japan at a later date. Neither travel allowances nor lump-sums will be provided in cases where travel to Japan is not possible between the designated dates.
9) Application Deadline: Ritsumeikan will undertake preliminary screening of applications prior to forwarding them to the Monbukagakusho (in addition to other documents prepared by the university). Completed applications must be submitted with all necessary documents to the Ritsumeikan University International Center at Kinugasa Campus or Biwako-Kusatsu Campus, depending upon the Graduate School you are applying to (address written below) by February 8, 2009. Faxes are also acceptable, however, all original documents must arrive at the respective Office of International Education by the above date.
More information, visit:
http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/eng/international_programs/grad_programs/pgp/application_ pgp.shtml
APPLICATION GUIDELINES (PGP) 2009
The Japanese Ministry of Education, Science, Sports and Culture (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)
HOST UNIVERSITY RECOMMENDATION SCHOLARSHIP
"The International Priority Graduate Program (PGP)"
The Monbukagakusho offers scholarships to international students with recommendations from their host universities under the following guidelines:
ELIGIBILITY AND CONDITIONS
1) Applicants must be graduate students who will newly enter Japan for the purpose of study.
2) Nationality: Applicants must have nationality of a country that is recognized by the Japanese government as of April 1, 2009.
3) Age: Applicants must have been born on or after April 2, 1974.
4) Educational Qualifications: Applicants must have at least an undergraduate degree.
5) Major Fields: Applicants must specialize in the same or related field as their area of study in their home university. It must also be a field in which the applicant can receive supervision and guidance at the institution where the applicant has been admitted.
6) Language: All courses at this program are conducted in English. Applicants must possess a sufficiently high level of English proficiency to be able to take classes in English.
7) Health: Applicants must be in both good physical and mental health.
8) Arrival in Japan: Applicants must arrive in Japan on the date designated by the host institution in mid-September, 2009. Applicants will be notified of further details regarding arrival in Japan at a later date. Neither travel allowances nor lump-sums will be provided in cases where travel to Japan is not possible between the designated dates.
9) Application Deadline: Ritsumeikan will undertake preliminary screening of applications prior to forwarding them to the Monbukagakusho (in addition to other documents prepared by the university). Completed applications must be submitted with all necessary documents to the Ritsumeikan University International Center at Kinugasa Campus or Biwako-Kusatsu Campus, depending upon the Graduate School you are applying to (address written below) by February 8, 2009. Faxes are also acceptable, however, all original documents must arrive at the respective Office of International Education by the above date.
More information, visit:
http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/eng/international_programs/grad_programs/pgp/application_ pgp.shtml
[Switzerland] Sawiris Scholarships for Developing Countries at ETH Zurich
Doctoral Scholarships for Developing Countries in Switzerland 2009 by Sawiris Scholarships
The Sawiris Scholarships promote doctoral research for the benefit of developing countries. The projects have to be innovative and develop a method or product, which is directly relevant for improving the livelihoods of poor people in developing countries.
The application procedure varies depending on the relationship that the doctoral candidate has with the ETH Zurich.
Criteria for candidates without link to the ETH Zurich:
Eligibility
To be admitted to the selection process, the application has to fulfil the following requirements:
The candidate
1.Preference will be given to citizens of least developed countries and other low-income countries according to the OECD classification.
2.The entrance requirements for doctoral studies at the ETH Zurich have to be fulfilled. http://www.rektorat.ethz.ch/doctorate/application/who/index_EN
3.Experience in the selected research area is required.
The research project
1.The proposal is of high scientific quality.
2.The research topic is innovative and relevant for development.
3.The ecological, socio-economic and cultural context has been taken into account.
4.Reasonable results can be expected in the given timeframe.
5.The expected impact of the research is high for the intended target group.
The partnership
1. Projects involving a research partner from a developing country have to be based on the KFPE principles.
2. All partners have been involved in project formulation and development.
3. All partners make a substantial in-kind or cash commitment.
4. The project is integrated into the general activities of the involved institutions.
5. Preference will be given to projects with partners in least developed countries and other low-income countries according to the OECD classification.
Application procedure
For candidates who do not yet have a supervisor at the ETH Zurich the application procedure consists of two steps.
First step – The candidate has to submit a concept note (details see below) to the North-South Centre. The deadline for submitting concept notes is June 30. In case that a suitable supervisor at the ETH Zurich can be identified and that he/she is ready to accept the candidate as a doctoral student, the supervisor can submit the full proposal.
Second step – Full proposals can be submitted to the North-South Centre by the supervising ETH professor once a year. The deadline is February 15 of the subsequent year.
Concept note
1.The proposed research has to be concerned with the development of a method or product, which is directly relevant to poor people in developing countries.
2.The research topic has to be within the thematic scope of ETH Zurich.
3.A potential research group at the ETH Zurich, where the proposed research could be embedded, has to be identified. http://www.ethz.ch/research/index_EN
4.The CV of the candidate and three references have to be provided.
5.The research outline should not exceed 3000 characters (with spaces).
6.Relevant own publications or relevant earlier activities by the candidate should be indicated.
Full proposal
A scholarship of CHF 150,000 can be granted per proposal for a period of three years. The application in electronic form has to be submitted by the professor of the ETH Zurich who has accepted to supervise the candidate. The proposal of maximum 15 pages has to include the following information:
Proposal
Cover page including executive summary
Clearly defined and justified objectives
Problem definition, state of research (own and others) and references (to be included into appendix)
Project description, hypotheses, innovativeness of the research, research methodology, and corresponding logical framework matrix.
Description of the institutional framework and partnership, explaining the contribution of all involved partners (if applicable)
Supervision and backstopping
Work plan with milestones
Critical assessment of chances and risks
Expected results and strategy for their implementation (method or product to be developed and its relevance to end users)
Detailed budget for each year of the scholarship, differentiating all funding sources including those of the ETH chair and partner contributions (financial or in-kind)
Appendix
1.Letters of support from all involved partner institutions
2.Motivation letter with career intentions of the candidate
3.CV of the candidate with references
4.List of 5 independent reviewers
5.Personal references
Selection procedure and reporting
1.The proposals will first be reviewed by independent scientists of the relevant field and then evaluated by the expanded subcommittee grants of the North-South Centre as specified in the contract with the Sawiris Foundation.
2.The candidates of all accepted projects will be informed about the contractual requirements and reporting procedures (technical and financial).
Further Scholarship Infomation and Information
http://www.northsouth.ethz.ch/services/funding/sawiris
The Sawiris Scholarships promote doctoral research for the benefit of developing countries. The projects have to be innovative and develop a method or product, which is directly relevant for improving the livelihoods of poor people in developing countries.
The application procedure varies depending on the relationship that the doctoral candidate has with the ETH Zurich.
Criteria for candidates without link to the ETH Zurich:
Eligibility
To be admitted to the selection process, the application has to fulfil the following requirements:
The candidate
1.Preference will be given to citizens of least developed countries and other low-income countries according to the OECD classification.
2.The entrance requirements for doctoral studies at the ETH Zurich have to be fulfilled. http://www.rektorat.ethz.ch/doctorate/application/who/index_EN
3.Experience in the selected research area is required.
The research project
1.The proposal is of high scientific quality.
2.The research topic is innovative and relevant for development.
3.The ecological, socio-economic and cultural context has been taken into account.
4.Reasonable results can be expected in the given timeframe.
5.The expected impact of the research is high for the intended target group.
The partnership
1. Projects involving a research partner from a developing country have to be based on the KFPE principles.
2. All partners have been involved in project formulation and development.
3. All partners make a substantial in-kind or cash commitment.
4. The project is integrated into the general activities of the involved institutions.
5. Preference will be given to projects with partners in least developed countries and other low-income countries according to the OECD classification.
Application procedure
For candidates who do not yet have a supervisor at the ETH Zurich the application procedure consists of two steps.
First step – The candidate has to submit a concept note (details see below) to the North-South Centre. The deadline for submitting concept notes is June 30. In case that a suitable supervisor at the ETH Zurich can be identified and that he/she is ready to accept the candidate as a doctoral student, the supervisor can submit the full proposal.
Second step – Full proposals can be submitted to the North-South Centre by the supervising ETH professor once a year. The deadline is February 15 of the subsequent year.
Concept note
1.The proposed research has to be concerned with the development of a method or product, which is directly relevant to poor people in developing countries.
2.The research topic has to be within the thematic scope of ETH Zurich.
3.A potential research group at the ETH Zurich, where the proposed research could be embedded, has to be identified. http://www.ethz.ch/research/index_EN
4.The CV of the candidate and three references have to be provided.
5.The research outline should not exceed 3000 characters (with spaces).
6.Relevant own publications or relevant earlier activities by the candidate should be indicated.
Full proposal
A scholarship of CHF 150,000 can be granted per proposal for a period of three years. The application in electronic form has to be submitted by the professor of the ETH Zurich who has accepted to supervise the candidate. The proposal of maximum 15 pages has to include the following information:
Proposal
Cover page including executive summary
Clearly defined and justified objectives
Problem definition, state of research (own and others) and references (to be included into appendix)
Project description, hypotheses, innovativeness of the research, research methodology, and corresponding logical framework matrix.
Description of the institutional framework and partnership, explaining the contribution of all involved partners (if applicable)
Supervision and backstopping
Work plan with milestones
Critical assessment of chances and risks
Expected results and strategy for their implementation (method or product to be developed and its relevance to end users)
Detailed budget for each year of the scholarship, differentiating all funding sources including those of the ETH chair and partner contributions (financial or in-kind)
Appendix
1.Letters of support from all involved partner institutions
2.Motivation letter with career intentions of the candidate
3.CV of the candidate with references
4.List of 5 independent reviewers
5.Personal references
Selection procedure and reporting
1.The proposals will first be reviewed by independent scientists of the relevant field and then evaluated by the expanded subcommittee grants of the North-South Centre as specified in the contract with the Sawiris Foundation.
2.The candidates of all accepted projects will be informed about the contractual requirements and reporting procedures (technical and financial).
Further Scholarship Infomation and Information
http://www.northsouth.ethz.ch/services/funding/sawiris
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