PhD Scholarships at Max Plank Institute for Iron Research (MPIE)

The IMPRS-SurMat represents a unique cooperative effort involving the Max Planck Institute for Iron Research (MPIE) in Duesseldorf, the Max Planck Institute for Coal Research in Muelheim, and the Ruhr University (RUB) in Bochum. In addition, three renowned Chinese research institutions closely cooperate with SurMat.

The IMPRS-SurMat covers topics ranging from fundamental scientific issues to engineering applications. This includes topics such as material stability (corrosion and interfacial adhesion), local reactivities on heterogeneous surfaces (corrosion and heterogeneous catalysis), the sophisticated tailoring of surfaces by thin film and nano-structuring techniques, and computational material design and atomistic modelling on interfaces.

The laboratories within the IMPRS-SurMat provide the most modern surface and interface analytical techniques and surface technologies. For theoretical studies high performance computational facilities and cutting edge computational tools are available.

Students holding either an excellent Master’s degree or a “Diplom” in Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Geo-Science or related subjects can apply for admission.

Scholarship Application Deadline: February 18th 2011.

For futher information: http://www.mpie.de/index.php?id=surmat

Various Scholarships at Taiwan

The Taiwan Scholarship Program was established jointly by three government agencies of the Republic of China (Taiwan) — the Ministry of Education (MOE), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and the National Science Council of the Executive Yuan (NSC) — to encourage outstanding international students to undertake degree programs in Taiwan.

Different scholarships at Bachelor's, Master's and PhD levels are available.

Source: http://english.moe.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=11981&CtNode=10632&mp=1

PhD Scholarships at University of Edinburgh, UK

In order to attract the best and brightest PhD students, the University seeks to offer not only unparalleled research facilities and superb supervision, but also to provide development opportunities which will support our research students as they progress beyond their PhD, through an innovative programme of integrated research, training and career development.

This exciting new scholarship scheme provides a valuable opportunity for postgraduate research students to undertake a package of training and development which will help them to develop the necessary skills required to meet their career choices and offer them a breadth of development opportunities in areas such as teaching, public engagement, entrepreneurship, and research.

Award

Each scholarship will cover the UK/EU rate of tuition fee (about £3,500 in 2011-2012) as well as a stipend which will increase each year.

In 2011-2012 the level of stipend will be £14,000.

In 2012-2013 this will increase to £14,500, and in year three the level will be £15,000.

Subject to satisfactory progress, the awards are tenable for up to three years.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 1 February 2011

Further Information: http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/student-funding/postgraduate/international/development

Various scholarships by Japenese Gorvernment

There are seven types of Japanese government-sponsored scholarships available under the Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship program: those for research students, teacher training students, undergraduate university students, Japanese studies students, college of technology students, special training students and YLP students.

For more information: http://www.studyjapan.go.jp/en/toj/toj0302e.html

Seafarers International Research Centre (SIRC) International PhD Scholarships for Developing Countries at Cardiff University, UK

The Seafarers International Research Centre at Cardiff University, with support from The Nippon Foundation, would like to invite applications for a number 4 year scholarships offering exciting opportunities to study for PhD qualifications in maritime-related social science. Based in the UK, these unique fellowships are available to graduates of maritime or social science-related disciplines who have a strong desire to undertake academic research on seafarers and the human related aspects of the maritime sector.

Cardiff University School of Social Sciences is one of the leading centres of social science research in the UK and the Seafarers International Research Centre is internationally recognised for its work on seafarers and seafarer-related issues. Successful candidates will study on a 1-year (ESRC recognised) Social Science Research Methods programme before proceeding to their dissertation. They will have their course fees paid and will receive a generous living/travel allowance.

Applications are welcomed from residents of any country but are particularly encouraged from those living in developing regions, as well as in Asia and Japan. Applicants are expected to hold a good honours degree (usually a 1st or 2.1) in a social science or maritime-related discipline. In addition, all applicants for whom English is a second language will be required to possess a certificate from IELTS with a minimum score of 7 or a TOEFL certificate with a minimum score of 600. Tests of English as a foreign language must have been awarded no more than 2 years prior to the requested entry point to be deemed valid and all tests will be verified by the Academic Registry.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 14 January 2011

Source: http://www.maldivesscholarship.com/2010/12/seafarers-international-research-centre.html

PhD Scholarships at University of Venice, Italy

In 2007, the Department of Economics and the Department of Environmental Sciences of the Università Ca’ Foscari of Venice, in collaboration with the Euro-Mediterranean Center for Climate Change (CMCC), have launched a 3-year PhD Programme in Science and Management of Climate Change.

Every year, up to twelve students are enrolled in this Ph.D. programme. All lectures are given in English by internationally renowned professors.

The PhD Programme is organised into two streams:
Dynamic Climatology at the CMCC Headquarters in Bologna
Climate Change Impact and Management, at the Department of Economics of the University Ca’ Foscari of Venice


For the year 2009/2010 (25th cycle of Italian PhD Programmes) we offer three scholaships with the financial support of the Euro-Mediterranean Center for Climate Change.

Please note that there are two additional felloship opportuntities funded by AXA-CMCC. More details are available at: http://venus.unive.it/phd-climate-change/en/node/187


Prerequisites
In order to apply, students are required to hold an Italian “Laurea magistrale” or an equivalent foreign university degree (e.g. MSc or DEA). Foreign applicants shall provide full documentation of their university studies, including course profiles. Knowledge of the English language is a necessary prerequisite. Students are required to send proof of their knowledge of English (Toefl, Cambridge Certificate, etc).

Please note: Candidates for the Dynamic Climatology Stream should have a background in mathematics or physics at the BA level. Previous experience with numerical modelling and programming in a UNIX/Linux environment would be desirable, though not essential.The Stream on “Impact and Management of Climate Change” has a multidisciplinary approach and background on Economics or Enviromental Science are preferably. Proficiency in mathematics is requested e.g. integral and differential calculus, linear algebra.

Application
Applications for the PhD programme must be formally submitted by sending an application form together with the following documents:
Proposal for a research project to be carried out during the three years;
Curriculum vitae;
Presentation/recommendation letters by previous tutors/professors;


Other documents that may be considered are the following:
Degree certificates and scores (or equivalent)
Masters degree certificate or other specialisation courses;
Academic transcripts (list of courses with grades);
Scientific publications, including an English abstract;
Certificates of research experience at universities or research institutions;
Score in GRE, GMAT, TOEFL or similar standard tests.
Admission evaluation
The candidate’s ability to carry out high level research activities will be screened through the evaluation of the documentation attached to the application form. Phone interviews may be organised if necessary.

Application deadline
Applications open on 20th May 2009 and close on 23rd June 2009 h. 12.30 (Rome time

PhD scholarship at DTU, Denmark

A PhD scholarship within the DTU Climate Centre at System Analysis Division, Risø DTU is available from September 2009.

The DTU Climate Centre at Risø conducts and coordinates interdisciplinary climate-related research including measurement and assessment of climate change, adaptation strategies and mitigation of greenhouse gases. The centre cooperates with leading international and Danish universities and research centres and combines research and application-oriented consultancy offered to authorities and the private sector.

The project “Global Modelling and Assessment of Energy- and Climate Change Policies”.

Global climate change emerges from worldwide GHG emissions over century scales, and very large and fast GHG emission reductions in the energy sector are needed in order to avoid dangerous anthropogenic climate change. The PhD project will include the implementation and further development of a global energy economic model and the application of the model to the assessment of technological options and costs of climate policies in different parts of the world. The project will also include a theoretical and applied assessment of international economic climate change policy mechanisms including tradable emission permits, CO2 taxes, climate finance, and technology transfer. The effectiveness of these different mechanisms will be assessed in the model.

Qualifications
Candidates should have a master’s degree in a relevant topic.
We offer an exciting and challenging job in an international environment with good possibilities for professional and personal growth and a family friendly organisation with flexible working hours.

Terms of employment
The terms of employment will be in accordance with those of the scientific staff at universities. The PhD stipend has a fixed duration of 3 years. The place of work is Risø DTU in Roskilde.

The scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic approval, and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes of DTU.

Information about the general requirements for enrolment and the general planning of the scholarship studies is included in the general rules of DTU, which may be obtained by application to the PhD programme office at tel: +45 45 25 11 76.

Application
We must have your online application in English by 22 June 2009.


Further information Please contact Professor Kirsten Halsnæs, kahl@risoe.dtu.dk, +45 4677 5112 for further information. Additional information about Risø DTU and the Energy Systems Analysis Programme can be found on risoe.dtu.dk.Source : RISO

PhD scholarships at University of Pisa, Italy

The University of Pisa announces a competition, based on academic qualifications, for 7 grants reserved for candidates educated abroad for admission to the Galileo Galilei Ph.D. School

The selection will be based on the scientific qualifications of the candidates, bearing in mind the balance between the different areas of the School.

The candidates must apply for one of the following Ph.D. programmes:
Ph.D. programme:
Informatica (Computer science)Fisica e Fisica applicata (Physics and Applied physics)Matematica (Mathematics)Scienze chimiche (Chemical sciences)

An application for this competition does not prevent candidates from applying for the other competition,based on both academic qualifications and examinations, announced at http://www.unipi.it/studenti/offerta/dottorat/accesso/

Deadline: September 2009

The courses of each Ph.D. programme will start on January 1st, 2010.

Further info:http://www.unipi.it/studenti/offerta/dottorat/accesso/index.htm

Scholarships for PhD in Economics at University of Alicante (FAE), Spain

The Department of Economics at the University of Alicante (FAE), Spain,is offering Teaching and Research Assistantship to students enrolling in the Graduate Program.The Graduate Program is a full-time program leading to a doctoral degree (Ph.D.). The program is taught entirely in English and it provides students with a thorough theoretical and practical training to do independent high-level economic research. The program prepares students for professional careers in universities, public and private research organizations, international institutions, consultancy and business.Students with strong quantitative skills and good academic qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Students are supported by an international faculty that is recruited from top American and European universities, such as MIT and LSE. The faculty has a high academic reputation publishing in top journals, such as the American Economic Review, the Journal of Political Economy and Econometrica.Students receive an annual stipend ranging from 13,000 to 17,000 Euros and get financing to attend international conferences and to visit prestigious American and European universities, such as NYU and UC London. Scholarships also cover tuition fees. The teaching load is up to 60 hour per year.Further information on the program and how to apply can be found in our website: http://merlin.fae.ua.es/qed/The deadline for applications is April 1st, 2009, but early applications are strongly encouraged.

PhD studentship in Biochemistry/Biology at Max Plank Institute

The Laboratory of “Lymphocyte Signaling and Oncoproteome” under Dr. med. Marco Herling at the Department of Internal Medicine I (Chair Prof. Dr. med. M. Hallek) at the University Hospital of Cologne, Germany, is looking for a full-time PhD student in academic cancer research starting her/his position in May – June 2009.


The position is open for a 3-4 year project on the topic of Interrogation of the contribution of TCL1 in molecular cascades of antigen receptor signaling of malignant B-cells in the context of lymphoma initiation and progression.

This work includes in vitro cell line systems, primary cell (co)cultures, and the study of engineered animals, all with respect to protein (kinase) interactions and receptor affinity.

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with sufficiently practical research experience as well as theoretical background in the above field of lymphocyte cell signaling. Please refrain from applying if you can not prove experience in the above area.


The candidate should have had exposure to a broad variety of techniques in molecular biology and protein biochemistry and have aquired a strong background in immunology.


Our main focus are the mechanisms of oncogenic transformation in lymphocytes to be exploited for clinical applications in the future. Our institution is one of 4 German officially accredited Excellence Centers in Oncology. In addition, we are also part of the new CECAD initiative clustering the most renowned research teams of the Cologne Campus in the field of aging research with exclusive curricula and facilities. Our department is the home of Europe’s largest clinical trial group in chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

We are a young and ambitious 7-person team (2 post-doc’s, 3 PhD students, 1 Research Technician, 1 MD student) embedded in an excellent environment of multiple expertises and collaborations at the Medical School main campus. This 3-4 year degree-granting work in our laboratory will also be part of an enrollment in the Graduate School for Biomedical Sciences (GSfBS) with a multidisciplinary Thesis committee. It would expose the candidate to a variety of experimental methods of protein detection, isolation and biochemistry, as well as techniques in molecular biology and experimental immunology, using cancer models and patient material.Basic requirements for this position are a Diploma / Masters in the natural sciences as well as proficiency in basic methods of molecular biology and cell signaling research. In order to be approved by the GSfBS, the candidate must have completed a single continuous 9 months – 1 year experimental Masters / Diploma work. We will give preference to candidates with additional (extracurricular) under- or postgraduate (after Diploma / Masters) training with proven productivity (publications).The application should comprize a CV including a photograph and undergraduate grades (German Abiturnoten), list of technical expertise, two phone numbers of people providing references, and your contact information. The application deadline is March 31st, 2009. The application process includes written questionnaires and interviews subsequent to the submission of the above requested information.We are looking forward to your application.For further information please contact Dr. M. Herling under +49 221 478-5465 or -5194 or at marco.herling@uk-koeln.de


Or visit our web-site:

http://www.uk-koeln.de/kliniken/innere1/forschung/e_lab_lymphocyte


Signaling Oncoproteome University of Cologne


Website:

http://www.uk-koeln.de/klinik…


Location:

Cologne Medical School Campus, CECAD Campus, GSfBS Campus, Max-Planck Institute
Campus

Expires:
May 18, 2009

PhD and Postdoctoral scholarships at University of Heidelberg, Germany

The Cluster of Excellence “Asia and Europe’ in a Global Context: Shifting Asymmetries in Cultural Flows” at the University of Heidelberg is offering 2 PhD scholarships (2 + 1 years) as well as 2 Post-doctoral scholarships (12 months) within the Research Project C4 “Making India a Global Health Care Destination: A Social Study of High-Tech Hospitals and Neo-Oriental Spas”, Research Area C (Health and Environment).


The candidates are expected to develop PhD or Post-doctoral projects within the Project C4’s research focus: This project addresses the fast growing sector of medical and wellness tourism in India, and attempts to understand the ways by which India is promoted as a global health care destination.


Applicants for the PhD Scholarships are required to hold a Masters degree or equivalent for less than a year. Applicants for the post-doctoral scholarships are required to hold a PhD since no longer than three years. The fellowships are opened to scholars in anthropology, cultural geography and cultural economy. The subject can be explored from the perspectives developed in the social studies of medicine and/or in migration studies. The PhD projects should have their primary focus on biomedical tourism and biomedical health care. The Post-doctoral projects should cover either medical or wellness tourism.


The scholarships will start on 1st June 2009 or as soon as possible thereafter.


Deadline: Applications should be submitted by April 15th 2009. Interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.


Please send your application by email to Laurent Pordié, Research Group Leader (C4), Cluster of Excellence “Asia and Europe”, at pordie@asia-europe.uni-heidelberg.de.

PhD Scholarships at Norway

PhD Stipend Provided by the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund

The Department of International Environment & Development Studies, Noragric, invites applications from eligible candidates employed at its partner institutions in developing countries for a three-year PhD quota stipend provided by the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund. The selected candidate will carry out interdisciplinary research for the doctoral degree in one of the following thematic areas: Health and Development, Environmental Governance, or Adaptation to Climate Change.

The closing date for applications is 15 March 2009.

The applicant must have a research-based Master’s degree with a GPA of B (or its equivalent) or above in a field relevant to environment and development studies, and preferably be below 35 years of age. Ability to use English as a working language and in daily communication is a prerequisite. Previous research and working experience will also be considered in the evaluation of the applicants.

Applicants must use a prescribed application form and attach certified copies of the educational qualifications and transcripts, a letter of recommendation from the head of the partner institution in which the applicant is employed, a letter guaranteeing that if selected the applicant will have extra financial support to pay the bench fee of NOK74000, and a preliminary research proposal not exceeding 4000 words. The applicant should choose one of the three thematic areas for the preliminary research proposal.

The Quota Scheme covers living expenses while studying in Norway, travel allowances according to fixed national rates at minimum student costs and support to cover field work in the student’s home country as part of the study in Norway. Approximately 70% of the Quota Scholarship is provided as loan and 30% as a scholarship; total amount of NOK 85.000 pr. year (2008/ 2009). If the student makes satisfactory progress, the financial support will normally be renewed every year. If the student permanently settles in his/her home country after completing the degree, the loan will be waived after one year. If the student settles in another country, he/she has to repay the loan on the same conditions as Norwegian citizens. The Quota Scholarship also includes family support for living with the student in Norway. The monthly support is based on the number of children as follows: one child: NOK 1320/ months, 2 children: NOK 2640/ month, each additional child: NOK 850/ month. No support is provided for spouses solely, and no support is available to cover travel expenses for family members.

The applicants will be evaluated on the basis of their academic qualifications, the quality of the preliminary research proposal and previous research and other relevant experience. The selected candidate will be admitted to Noragric’s PhD programme, assigned to a senior scientist who will be the main supervisor, and attached to the Scientific Group to which the main supervisor belongs.

There are two Scientific Groups at Noragric: Livelihoods, Environmental Change and Globalisation, and Governance, Rights and Conflict.

Applications must be addressed to Head of Research, Noragric and sent electronically to Research Coordinator Rebekka Øvstegård Rebekka.Ovstegard@umb.no before the closing date.

The application must be signed and scanned before electronic transmission.For further information, contact: Prof. N. Shanmugaratnam, Head of Research, phone +47 64965508, email: nsh@umb.no or Research Coordinator Rebekka Øvstegård, phone +47 64965334

Fullbright Scholarships for Pakistani Nationals

This program funds graduate study in the United States for a Master’s degree program.

The program is funded by The United States Agency for International Development (USAID). All disciplines are eligible, except for clinical medicine, with priority given to Education, Educational Management, Agriculture, Health, Teaching of English, Journalism, and fields related to economic development. Eligible candidates will have either a four-year Bachelor’s degree or a Bachelor’s and Master’s combination totaling 16 years of formal education from an accredited university. Recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply, except for MBA applicants, who require 3 years of work experience.

Fulbright/HEC/USAID Ph.D. Scholarship
This program funds graduate study in the United States towards a Ph.D. degree. This may be coursework and/or research towards a Ph.D. or an entire program. Funding for this program is provided by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of the Government of Pakistan as well as USAID. Eligible applicants will have a Master’s, M. Phil. or comparable degree (a minimum of 18 years of formal education) from an accredited university.

Who is eligible for these scholarships?
Pakistani citizens with strong academic histories are eligible to apply.
All disciplines - Sciences, SocialSciences, Arts, Humanities, Journalism, Business, Law - are welcome to apply, except clinical medicine.

It is highly desirable that candidates have work experience in teaching, research, or the publicsector in Pakistan.

In addition to academic work, persons selected for Fulbright programs are expected to share information about Pakistani life and culture with their U.S. colleagues and with community groups in the U.S. On returning to Pakistan, Fulbright grantees are expected to share their U.S. experiences with colleagues and community groups in Pakistan.
Successful candidates should be poised to assume a leadership position in their field and must be committed to returning and serving Pakistan.

Application process & deadline
Original application with references and attested copies of supporting documentation along with oneadditional copy of the complete application must be received by 4:30 p.m. on May 18, 2009.

Furher Scholarship Information
http://www.usefpakistan.org/
http://ciit-isb.edu.pk/NEFiles/Images/Fulbright2009.pdf

PhD Scholarships at University of Leicester

Eligibility
1. Candidates for Open Scholarships must be classified by the University as international students for fees purposes.
2. Except in the case of Open PhD Scholarships, all Open Scholarships are awarded only in the form of a reduction in tuition fees payable.
3. For Open PhD Scholarships, candidates must not be in receipt of a full scholarship (tuition fees and living costs) from any other sources. Students with partial scholarships from other sources will be considered.
4. New PhD students starting in September / October 2009
5. Where an Open Scholarship is awarded to a candidate who is also eligible for a fee discount, the discount will be calculated after the Scholarship reduction to the tuition fees payable has been made.
6. Some scholarship funding may also be available to outstanding PhD students who begin their studies at other points in the academic year.


Guidance for applicants
1. Check the application deadlines and look at the notes about eligibility on the International Office website. Applicants must be intending to follow a full-time degree programme at the University, and must be classified as overseas students for fees purposes.
2. Complete the application form yourself, making sure that you answer all the questions. Please type or write clearly in black ink. You must sign the form personally (not third party or agent).
3. Make sure that you include all relevant information even if it has already been submitted with your application for a place at the University. If an award is made to you the University may require evidence, in the form of course transcripts, class lists, references, to support all the statements that you have made. If you are made an award it is your responsibility to respond.
4. A transcript, in English, of your most recent course may also be submitted if available but no other papers will be considered, except the application form and your personal statement.
5. Prepare a personal statement (typed if possible) on one side only of A4 paper (400 words maximum). The statement should be headed by your full name and the course you are applying for. Your personal statement should include details of your academic performance, the ranking of any University that you have attended, and your personal ranking compared with other students in your class.
6. Include with your application a copy of your offer letter from UCAS or from the Graduate Office. Applicants who do not include this letter will not be considered.
7. Send your complete application to: Scholarship Applications, International Office, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, UK or by fax to +44 116 252 5127. We regret that we are unable to accept scanned applications.
8. Only successful candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from the University, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful and that you have not been selected for an award. We will contact you by email. Please ensure that your email address is legible.
9. The decision of the selection panel is final and the University will not enter into correspondence unless it is able to make you an award.


Application Deadline : 31 May 2009
For further info: http://www.le.ac.uk/ua/io/future/open.html

PhD position at Florida International University

A PhD student position is available in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Florida International University in Miami, FL. The project is estimated to last for a period of 3 years under the supervision of Professor F. Miralles-Wilhelm.

The position is funded through collaboration with the Everglades Foundation (Dr. G. M. Naja http://biosorption.mcgill.ca/home_gn/najawww.htmand R. G. Rivero http://serc.fiu.edu/rivero.php) and the FIU Departments of Civil and Environmental Engineering (Dr. Miralleshttp://web.eng.fiu.edu/~miralles/fmwme/index.htm) and Economics (Dr. Bhat http://www.fiu.edu/~bhatm/).

Research groups at the FIU and in the Everglades Foundation have focused on water quality and transport modeling in the Everglades. The research project outcome will provide foundations of a regional phosphorus cap and trade policy similar to carbon emissions trading.


Qualifications: The successful multidisciplinary applicant will understand and apply engineering and economics methodologies as well as remote sensing techniques. The proposed work will focus on the application of ecological-economics approach to environmental problem-solving through offering direct incentives for decreasing the phosphorus level in the runoff using tradeable emission. The successful applicant will be using laboratory techniques and computer software for the analysis and modeling of phosphorus transport through the Northern Everglades. Field trips will be necessary to investigate the current situation. Economics courses and interests will be essential for the student. Necessary supervision (Everglades Foundation and FIU) and training will be given. The candidate must have a Master Degree in Environmental Sciences, Chemical engineering or Physical Chemistry with a strong interest in economics and modeling or other relevant education. The position requires experience in water quality analysis. The candidate will be enrolled in the PhD-program at the FIU Faculty of Engineering. The student will be part of a small and individually supervised group of PhD students and will have the opportunity to work with senior researchers from the FIU and from the Everglades Foundation (direct supervision). The student will receive a fellowship for the three years of studies.

The proposed starting date is September 2009 (flexible).

Fellowship application package, containing:

• Personal cover letter;

• Professional Resume;

• University transcript(s);

• 2 reference letters mailed/e-mailed by the referees; (mnaja@evergladesfoundation.org) should be forwarded by May15, 2009
Contact address:

Dr. G.M. NAJA,

Everglades Foundation 18001 Old Cutler Road PALMETTO BAY,

Florida 33157

E-mail: mnaja@evergladesfoundation.org

PhD Scholarships in NanoBioTechnology at Center for NanoScience (CeNS), Munich

The International Doctorate Program “NanoBioTechnology” offers doctoral scholarships for outstanding graduate students, starting on October 1st, 2009. Successful candidates will work in the stimulating interdisciplinary environment of the Center for NanoScience(CeNS) based in Munich and become members of the Elite Network of Bavaria. The PhD students will be supervised by principal investigators of CeNS and will be affiliated with the Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich (LMU), the Technical University Munich (TUM) or the University of Augsburg. The recommended duration of the PhD is 3 years.

Requirements

Applicants should hold a Bachelor Degree or equivalent in either the field of physics, chemistry or life sciences and should have finished or prepare for a Master Degree in one of the same fields to be concluded no later than summer 2009. Excellent grades and a very good command of the English language are important prerequisites. We furthermore expect strong scientific motivation and interest in the activities of the doctoral program and interdisciplinary research.

How to Apply

Applications for the program must be submitted together with a statement of interest in one specific PhD project offered by a principal investigator of CeNS. Further PhD projects might be arranged in direct agreement with a group leader of CeNS. For your application, two letters of reference are required. Templates are available for download. The letters should be sent by email to the program office by the referees and not by the applicant!

For more information: http://www.cens.de/

PhD Grants for Research Assistantship in Spain

Our Research Assistant positions offer young, aspiring researchers a salaried position in our research team whilst undertaking their PhD at a leading Madrid University, such as University Carlos III of Madrid, for up to four years, subject to satisfactory performance.

THE CALL FOR THESE POSITIONS IS CURRENTLY OPEN.
Graduates applying for this position should have the following attributes:
BSc, MSc or equivalent in Telematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field
Excellent academic transcripts
Clearly defined Statement of Purpose for Masters/PhD research thesis
Excellent level of spoken and written English
Highly motivated
* The University Carlos III of Madrid’s admissions office couldrequire you to complete all or part of their Masters course as acondition of your admittance to the PhD course (subject to youracademic qualifications)

Key Dates in 2009 Application ProcessFebruary 20th (18:00 CET): Deadline for receipt of applications
February 27th: Notification to shortlisted candidates
March 2nd – 18th: Telephone interviews
March 26th: Offers made to successful candidates
Successful candidates will enjoy the following benefits:

Freedom to focus on your research work, with full administrative support
Collaboration with leading experts on international research projects
Supervision throughout your PhD by one of our researchers, such as the world-renowned and award-winning scientists Dr. Nick Maxemchuk, Dr. Marco Ajmone Marsan and Dr. Arturo Azcorra
Use of state-of-the-art resources and facilities
Collaborative, multi-cultural and English-speaking environment
Participation at international conferences and project meetings
Assistance with all aspects of immigration and relocation
Support to take innovations to market
Salaried position for up to 4 years
All PhD program fees paid
Access to comprehensive healthcare
Total combined value of financial package of more than 130,000 Euros over four years
http://www.networks.imdea.org/OpenPositions/PhDGrants/tabid/1269/Default.aspx

PhD Scholarships in Chemical Sciences at University College London

Applications are invited for our three year research programmes leading to the degree of PhD.

The department deadline for recommending the applicants for scholarships for overseas students for 2009 entry is 1 March 2009 so you should aim to submit your application by the middle of February to give it time to be considered and processed.

Competition is extremely high for the overseas scholarships so you will need to have the equivalent of a first class honours degree from a recognized university. You should have achieved the standard level on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) which would be an overall grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each of the subtests.


The Department performed very impressively in the latest RAE appraisal with every submission being ranked as internationally recognized or better which means that even members of staff that are in the very beginning of their career are world class.

Prospective candidates are expected to contact members of the academic staff working in their fields of interest via. http://www.chem.ucl.ac.uk/people/acadstaff.html

Our main research activities are in the following areas:Chemical Biology
Chemical Physics
Chemical Magnetism
Computational Chemistry
Crystallography/ Industrial Materials
Electrochemistry
High Performance Scientific Computing
Inorganic and Materials Chemistry
Nanoscience
Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Spectroscopy

Further information on our research programmes is available from
http://www.chem.ucl.ac.uk/research/index.html

The department has world class facilities in the areas of scanning probe microscopy, x-ray powder diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, mass spectrometry, NMR, XPS, ultra fast laser spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, computational chemistry, time-resolved photoelectron spectroscopy, attosecond science, FTIR RAIRS spectroscopy, and thermal imaging. The Department also makes extensive use of national and international neutron and synchrotron radiation facilities.

Close collaborative links exist with industry and other university departments in the UK and abroad.

Applications can be filled out on line athttp://www.ucl. ac.uk/admission/graduate-study/application-admission/

and information on English requirements are at
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate-study/application-admission/english-language .

You may contact Mary Lou Jabore (m.l.jabore@ucl.ac.uk) who is happy to answer questions about the admissions process and funding opportunities available.

300 PhD scholarships in Spain

Research topics in all areas of Science and Technology including Human and Social Sciences.

The CSIC (Spanish Council for Scientific Research), the largest public research body in Spain, offers 300 grants to conduct research leading to PhD theses in the framework of its JAE Programme for doctoral research training. The Programme focuses on topics in all the areas of Science and Technology, including Human and Social Sciences. The hosting research groups belong to the CSIC´s Centres and Institutes, located in the main Spanish cities.

The grants are available for University degree holders of all nationalities. Applications from students in the last year of their University studies can be accepted. The grants provide 4 years of funding (2 years scholarship + 2 years contract). Annual stipend is € 14,400 during the 2 first years. In addition, grants cover the cost of University courses and mobility allowances to enable stays at research Institutions other than CSIC. Travel expenses (€ 1200) for residents outside Europe.

Medical insurance is fully covered by the Spanish National Health Service.

Earliest and latest possible starting dates: 1st July 2009 and 1st November 2009.

Online applications are now open until 31st January 2009.

http://www.csic.es/postgrado/tesis%20doctorales_jae_en.htm