Luxembourg : Post docs-Satellite Systems, Legal and Regulatory Challenges

Luxembourg : Post docs-Satellite Systems, Legal and Regulatory Challenges

The University of Luxembourg seeks outstanding researchers for the recently formed Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) http://ping.fm/Q57Ll , carrying out interdisciplinary research in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) systems and services. Research is conducted in close collaboration with industrial partners. SES S.A. http://www.ses.com is one of our cooperation partners supporting a research program in Satellite Systems which includes the analysis of legal and regulatory challenges in satellite communications.
The Centre invites applications for:
Research Associates (Postdoc) positions in law (m/f)

Area

Topics of research will be diverse and include
the field of telecommunications law with network-related issues such as neutrality
the field of data protection and privacy
the field of space law with the legal framework for orbital activities
the field of private and public law with third party liability-issues
the field of European law with competition law-related issues
the field of international law with the relevance of the World Trade Organization
All of these will include an interdisciplinary and application-oriented approach as well as touching issues of several fields in each individual research theme.
Specific questions concerning the Research Program can be directly addressed to Prof. Dr. Mark Cole
Tasks

A successful candidate will conduct research in one or more of the centre projects and assist in the development of the SnT project portfolio.
Profile

Applicants should therefore have an excellent background, a PhD (or be near completion) or equivalent in law and ideally specialised knowledge in one of the above-mentioned fields and an interest to extend their research integrating economic and technical issues in cooperation with other members of the team in the Research Program on Satellite Systems. The candidate should have a strong research and publication record relevant to the field.
Language skills

Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.
Knowledge of French, German or Luxembourgish is desirable.
Offer

Fixed-term employment contract of 2 years that may be extended up to a 5 years.
Employee status
Highly competitive salaries and is an equal opportunity employer
An exciting international environment and will have the opportunity to participate in the development of a newly created research centre.
Applications

Application should include:
Full CV, including name (and email address, etc) of three referees
Publication list
Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
Research statement and topics of particular interest to the candidate (300 words).
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Applications, written in English and in PDF format only, should be sent via email to:
TO: snt-jobs@uni.lu
CC: mark.cole
SUBJECT: Postdoc - Legal and Regulatory Challenges in ICT
Deadline for applications: April 30th , 2011.
Applications will be handled in strict confidence.
For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Mark Cole

Luxembourg : Post doc Fellowship in Economics

Luxembourg : Post doc Fellowship in Economics

The University of Luxembourg is a multilingual, international research University.
The Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance of the University of Luxembourg has an opening for a
Post-doc in Economics (M/F) in the area of Dynamic Macroeconomics
Ref: F2-110020 (to be mentioned in all correspondence)
2-year contract, 40h/week, renewable for a maximum of 60 months
Employee status
The applicant should have research interests in Dynamic Macroeconomics and policy issues that require an inter-temporal analytic perspective. These include, e.g., demographics and pensions, productive government activity, government budget deficits, macro-finance, or the stability of a monetary union. Candidates are required to have accomplished their PhD in Macroeconomics.

Tasks within CREA’s Macroeconomic Research Group (Professor Irmen, Professor Sneessens, Professor Zou):

research projects both independent and in collaboration,
publications and contributions to conferences in the field of Dynamic Macroeconomics,
assistance to PhD candidates,
teaching activities up to two hours per week,
tutoring students.
Profile

PhD in Economics, preferably with a specialization in Dynamic Macroeconomics,
excellent knowledge of and ability to conduct independent research at a post-doctoral level with the objective to publish in international, peer-reviewed journals,
excellent written and oral skills in English and basic skills in French and/or German are desirable.
ability to work in a team.
Offer

a dynamic macroeconomic research unity in a newly created university,
excellent contacts to corresponding research groups in neighboring universities,
an exciting international environment,
a competitive salary.
Applications (in English, German, or French) should include the following documents:

a detailed curriculum vitae
a copy of the PhD diploma
a short research program
a list of publications
a copy of the two most relevant publications or working papers
the names, positions and addresses of two referees, with an indication of their relation to the candidate
Applications must be sent by post as well as electronically to the following address before May 31st, 2011 : Elisa.Ferreira .
Information requests about working conditions and research objectives are to be sent to the same person:
Ms Elisa Ferreira
CREA, Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance
University of Luxembourg, Campus Limpertsberg
162a, avenue de la Faïencerie
L-1511 Luxembourg
Applications will be treated in strict confidence.
The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Deadline : 31 May 2011

Australia : PhD for the function of reef fish colour patterns: how did the coral trout get its spots

Australia : PhD for the function of reef fish colour patterns: how did the coral trout get its spots

Unique opportunity to come to the University of Queesnsland to get a PhD?
We are looking for 1‐2 outstanding PhD candidates to work on a project investigating the evolution and function of reef fish colour patterns.
Students will be based at The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia, in the Queensland Brain Institute and work in collaboration with researchers in the School of Biological Sciences, UQ and at the University of Bristol, UK. Supervisors will be Prof.Justin Marshall, Dr. Karen Cheney, Dr. Shelby Temple and/or Prof. Tom Cribb.
Applicants should have interests and preferably experience in neuroethology, neurobiology, sensory biology, fish behaviour, evolution of visual signals, and/or
animal communication mechanisms. The PhD will include behavioural experiments, field observations, field spectrophotometry, retinal anatomy and/or microspectrophotometry.
The ideal candidate would be a qualified SCUBA diver, have experience in the field, and be prepared to spend time at field stations, such as Lizard Island and Heron Island.
Prospective students will be expected to secure either an:
· Australian Postgraduate Award (APA; for Australian citizens) OR an
· International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS; International students).
N.B. to be competitive for an IPRS at least one publication, preferably as first author, may be required.
For information on these awards go to: http://ping.fm/A3Knk‐school/
This PhD will provide excellent scope for integrative research, for unique skill acquisition, as well as for personal development.
For further information please contact Karen Cheney: k.cheney@uq.edu.au or Shelby Temple (Shelby.Temple@bristol.ac.uk )
To apply, please send a C.V. and covering letter outlining past research experience to
Karen Cheney: k.cheney@uq.edu.au. Deadline is 15th April, 2011

Luxembourg : PhD Scholarship in the field of sociology of education

Luxembourg : PhD Scholarship in the field of sociology of education

The University of Luxembourg invites applications for the following vacancy in its Faculty of Language and Literature, Humanities, Arts and Education
Early stage researcher/PhD student in the field of sociology of education (M/F)

Ref: F3-060015b
Fixed term contract 3 years, renewable 1 year, full-time (40 hours per week)
Student and employee status
The early stage researcher/PhD student will be a member of the LCMI research unit (Language, Culture, Media and Identities) within the Faculty of Language and Literature, Humanities, Arts and Education at the University of Luxembourg. He/she will work under the tutelage of the head of the LCMI research unit Professor Dr. Daniel Tröhler and Associate Professor Dr. Andreas Hadjar.
Activities

Writing of a thesis in the domain of sociology of education; focus on educational inequalities (e.g. migration background) and characteristics of educational systems
Contribute to research in the field of educational inequalities
Contribute to teaching in the domains of educational sociology (educational systems, educational inequalities) and methods of social science research
Profile

Master’s degree or a diploma in sociology or social sciences
Profound knowledge of theories and empirical findings on educational inequalities and how different institutional settings (educational system) affect educational inequalities
Be experienced in quantitative research methods (including sound knowledge of specific software like SPSS, STATA, AMOS, MPLUS, HLM etc.)
Excellent command of at least two of the following languages: German, English, French
For further information please contact:
Associate Prof. Dr. Andreas Hadjar
Offer

Personal work space at the University
Attractive remuneration
Candidates should submit the following documents:
Motivation letter
Curriculum vitae
A short (3 pages) thesis proposal
List of publications (if available)
Copies of diplomas
Names and contact details of two academic referees
Please address your application in German or English until 30th April 2011 to:
Marianne Graffé
Research Unit LCMI
University of Luxembourg
Campus Walferdange
Route de Diekirch B. P. 2
L-7201 Walferdange
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Deadline : 30 April 2011

Fully-Funded Masters Scholarships for Students from Emerging and Developing Countries at Barcelona GSE

Fully-Funded Masters Scholarships for Students from Emerging and Developing Countries at Barcelona GSE

The “la Caixa” savings bank Foundation and the Barcelona GSE offer 14 fully-funded scholarships to students from emerging and developing countries with excellent academic backgrounds who will return to their home countries at the end of their professional training process to implement their knowledge.

This award covers:

master program tuition
medical insurance
round-trip airfare from the student’s country of residence
monthly stipend for expenses during the student’s stay in Barcelona
Note: “Emerging and developing countries” is an expression used to name all countries not included on the following 2008 IMF list of “advanced economies”: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong SAR, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States of America.

“La Caixa” Foundation is the institution which manages the resources that Caixa d’Estalvis i Pensions de Barcelona, “la Caixa”, devotes to its social and cultural work. Among its priorities are cooperation with developing countries and promotion of higher education. “La Caixa”, based in Barcelona, is the leading European savings bank.

Admissions Dates and Timeline

The 2010-11 master program application period will open shortly. Students planning to apply should read carefully all of the information in this section. Students should also review the specific information available for each of the Barcelona GSE`s master programs as well as the Admissions FAQ page.

The Barcelona GSE has a rolling admission policy so applications are accepted throughout the year. When the total number of places in a program is covered, no more applications will be reviewed for that program. (For example, last year the Economics program closed applications on May 15). Therefore all candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible to avoide getting closed out.

Due to visa processing time constraints, it is highly recommended that non-EU citizens submit completed applications by July 15, 2011.

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University of Essex Scholarships for International Postgraduate Students, UK

University of Essex Scholarships for International Postgraduate Students, UK

Postgraduate Scholarships Funded by University of Essex for UK, EU and Overseas Students, UK

Study Subject: Program taught at the University of Essex
Employer: University of Essex
Level: PhD

University of Essex Scholarships support talented postgraduate students, particularly PhD students, to study at the University. Scholarships worth a total of more than £700,000 per academic year are distributed in the form of University of Essex Scholarships. Each university department has a share of the scholarship fund which it can use to support students. Applications for the University of Essex Scholarship close on 13 May 2011. You should complete the University of Essex Scholarship application form online via your myEssex applicant portal. This will become available to you once you have received an official offer of admission from the Graduate Admissions Office. If you have any questions about the application process, please e-mail: scholarships (non-Essex users should add @essex.ac.uk to create a full e-mail address). Please note: applicants for East 15 Acting School will be contacted directly by the school to make applications for a range of scholarship opportunities, including University scholarships. All scholarships are available to UK, EU and Overseas students and to both full-time and part-time students. To be eligible to be considered for a University of Essex Scholarship, you must:

Scholarship Application Deadline: 13 May 2011

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Hawkersbury Institute Postgraduate Research Award, Australia

Hawkersbury Institute Postgraduate Research Award, Australia

The Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment at UWS is seeking an excellent doctoral candidate to undertake a funded project entitled “Microorganisms, Ecosystem Functions and Climate Change”. About the Project This study shall investigate the effect of various climate variables (increased temperature, carbon dioxide and altered precipitation) and extreme weathers (flooding and extreme drought) on soil biodiversity, certain ecosystem functions and link this change in functions with changes in associated functional groups such as microbes involved in carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus cycling.

The project aims to improve mechanistic understanding of feedback responses to climate change which could be further exploited to improve the national and global prediction. This is a very flexible project and could be modified according to interests of the successful candidate. As a doctoral student, you will gain experience in experimental design, GHG measurement techniques and range of state of art of molecular approaches such as Terminal Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (TRFLP), cloning and sequencing, pyrosequencing, multivariate statistical analyses, scientific writing and presentation. During the course of the project, you will have access to some of the best known scientists in this field for consultation and advice.

There is a possibility of the successful candidate spending a period of time at Imperial College, London (UK) for sample collection and training in process measurements. Criteria The successful applicant should: demonstrate excellent academic performance in the study of microorganisms, ecosystem functions and climate change or a related discipline. hold qualifications and experience equal to an Australian First Class Bachelor Honours degree.

Please contact the Chief Investigator to discuss your qualifications if you are unsure about your eligibility be highly motivated to undertake further study at an advanced level International applicants must also demonstrate a high level of proficiency in the English language. Please refer to the University`s web site for information about English language requirements.

What does the scholarship provide? Tax free stipend of $32,860 per annum and a funded place in the doctoral degree. International candidates may be charged fees. Funding is also available for project costs.

How to apply?
Submit an Application Form (PDF, 271Kb), research proposal and CV by the closing date.

Applications close : May, 6th 2011

Need more information?

Contact Professor Brajesh Singh to discuss the project: b.singh@uws.edu.au; +61 2 4570 1329
Contact the Research Training, Policy and Programs Officer to discuss enrolment and scholarships: Ms Sandra Lawrence: sg.lawrence@uws.edu.au

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PhD Positions 2011 in Multimedia and Geometry at Utrecht University, Netherlands

PhD Positions 2011 in Multimedia and Geometry at Utrecht University, Netherlands

Research Position in Doctorate in the field of Multimedia and Geometry at Utrecht University in Netherlands-2011

The research involves the design and analysis of methods for trajectories of objects moving in 2- or 3-dimensional space. A proper definition of a “median trajectory” based on a collection of trajectories is sought, as well as efficient algorithms for computing such a median. The definition and algorithms should be robust when noise or outliers are present. The research continues by investigating how median trajectories can be used in various applications. These include trajectory collection visualization, trajectory clustering, classification, and related problems, for which efficient algorithms and implementations should be developed. This will be done in collaboration with researchers in these application areas, whose data will be used.

The department of Information and Computing Sciences actively takes part in this dynamic and fast evolving world. We are on the edge of research and educate enthusiastic students to become thorough professionals in these fields. The department of Information and Computing Sciences is one of the leading institutions in the Netherlands for research and teaching in the information and computing sciences. Our mission is to discover new principles for information and computing systems, to create new techniques for the design and use of intelligent systems in science and business, to educate first-rate students, and to enjoy the great things in our field.

Scholarship Application Deadline:30 April 2011

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British Chevening Scholarship for Foreign Nationals

British Chevening Scholarship for Foreign Nationals

The Chevening Scholarship Programme is a prestigious awards scheme that funds international postgraduate students who want to study in the UK for one academic year. Funded by the UK`s Foreign and Commonwealth Office and administered by the British Council, the scheme operates in over 150 countries and annually provides funding for over 2,300 scholars.

This is a prestigious award that gives you the chance to experience a world-renowned educational system. In addition, it provides you with the opportunity to experience UK life and meet other Chevening scholars. Once you become a Chevening scholar, you will discover a lot of opportunities to develop your career and become a future leader in your field.

Eligible Candidates

You can apply for a Chevening scholarship if:

You are a postgraduate student who can prove your academic success and who has already begun a career in your chosen field you have between two and five years working experience (depending on the country you are applying in), with an excellent track record illustrating your achievements and your potential to use the skills gained during your scholarship to make a difference in your country
You have achieved an excellent mark for you undergraduate degree and can provide a transcript of your academic record. Specific academic requirements are available from the British Council offices in your country.
You are 21 years or older (there are upper age limits for specific countries so please ensure you check this during your applications process)
You are a resident in your country when you apply and provide your birth certificate (with translation) You must have good English language skills (most UK Higher Education institutions require a minimum IELTS of 6.5 for admission into postgraduate courses)
What costs are covered by a Chevening Scholarship?

A full scholarship will cover the cost for a UK visa, a return air ticket to the UK, all tuition fees, and a monthly stipend and allowances.

When to apply ?

Applications are only open at certain times of the year and differ per country. The dates will be advertised here on this site and in the local newspapers.

Areas of study

Applicants will normally be selected from those who wish to take courses in:

Economics
Finance
Banking
Law
Human rights
Public administration
Management
Project planning
Media
Political science
International relations
Diplomatic training
Environmental studies
Although applicants for other courses (as varied as counter-terrorism, religion and energy/climate change) may be considered. You are expected to show a commitment to return to your country, where you will contribute to the country`s socio-economic development using the new skills and knowledge acquired during your stay in the UK.

HOW TO APPLY?

You will need to submit the following documents to us when the application season is open:

Complete the application online
Birth certificate (with translation)
Supporting letters from two referees.
Photocopies of academic certificates
Transcript/record of exams that you have passed
The application and selection process for the Chevening scheme is underway in many countries. However, before making an application you should visit the local British Embassy or High Commission or British Council office website, where any details about how the scheme will run locally will be published; including if the Chevening programme is running in your country, any local guidance or criteria, as well as application opening and closing dates.

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2011 The Karel Vinck Award ? MBA for Civil Engineers, USA

2011 The Karel Vinck Award – MBA for Civil Engineers, USA

Award in the field of MBA for Civil Engineers for the applicants of Belgium by Belgian American Educational Foundation in USA-2011
Study Subject: MBA
Employer: Belgian American Educational Foundation
Level: Masters
Supporting the education of civil engineering graduates has always been a personal preoccupation of Karel Vinck, a civil engineer from a Belgian university, who obtained an MBA in the United States. To be eligible, the candidates should have a Belgian master degree in civil engineering and show evidence of their admission at a renowned business school in the U.S..
In addition to the “Karel Vinck Award” the recipient will receive from the Belgian American Educational Foundation a conditional grant of up to $100,000 as an interest-free loan, which must be repaid within five years after graduation. The conditional grant covers tuition and compulsory fees including health insurance for two academic years of study in residence at a U.S. business school.
Must be a Belgian citizen;
have a civil engineering master’s degree from a Belgian University with outstanding academic record
have a good command of the English language;
have some evidence of meaningful work experience;
submit evidence of acceptance or of being waitlisted by one of the following U.S. Business schools
Scholarship Application Deadline: May 1st,2011
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2011-2012 Executive MBA Scholarships at Nottingham Business School, UK

2011-2012 Executive MBA Scholarships at Nottingham Business School, UK

Nottingham Business School Announce Executive MBA Scholarships for UK, EU and International Students 2011-2012, UK
Study Subject: Executive MBA
Industry Employer: Nottingham Business School
Level: Master’s
Nottingham Business School will be offering either one full scholarship of £14,800 or two part scholarships of £7,400, depending on applications and the judgement of the panel. The competitive scholarships are available to UK, EU and international students who have been offered a place to study on Nottingham Business School’s Executive Masters of Business Administration 2011 / 12 entry. Nature of the Scholarship. These competitive scholarships will be awarded to the candidates who most closely meet the criteria for the award, which are provided below.
The scholarship decision will be made by an awarding committee and all decisions are final. If you are awarded a scholarship your fee will be adjusted before enrolment. Applications must consist of a fully completed scholarship application form, together with a response to the essay title below of 1500 words. Please see Application From for further details. The selection panel reserve the right to exclude from consideration any applications that include essay submissions which exceed the stated word limit.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 21 October 2011.
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University of Zambia Master Scholarships in Plant Breeding and Seed System

University of Zambia Master Scholarships in Plant Breeding and Seed System


THE UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA
DIRECTORATE OF RESEARCH AND GRADUATE STUDIES
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PLANT BREEDING AND SEED SYSTEM SCHOLARSHIPS

The Department of Crop Sciences has received a grant from Melinda and Bill Gates Foundation through Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) to support a limited number of fellowships for a Masters Degree programme in Plant Breeding and Seed Systems tenable at the University of Zambia.

Eligibility

SADC citizens in the following countries- Zambia, Mozambique and Malawi.
Requirements for Admission

Possess a degree of Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences with credit or better from the University of Zambia or another recognized University: or
Or have qualifications deemed equivalent to the degree of Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences with credit or better;
Have had three (3) years of experience after receiving the degree of Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences; or otherwise
Satisfy the University Senate of their ability to pursue postgraduate studies in their fields.
Scholarships:

The scholarship will cover tuition, stipend, medical insurance and cost of field research.

Mode of Application

Application forms can be obtained from the Directorate of Research and Graduate Studies (DRGS) UNZA or download from www.unza.zm. The application includes, a brief Curriculum Vitae of NOT more than 2 pages and the names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of 3 referees, a letter of motivation of one page and a nomination letter from the current employer. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. The application fee is K120, 000 for Zambians and US $ 60 for non- Zambians, payable to DRGS. Closing date for applications is 31st March 2011.

Please send your application documents to:

The Director, Directorate of Research and Graduate Studies, University of Zambia, P.O. Box 32379
LUSAKA.

For further information Contact DRGS on phone +260 211 290258, email drgs@unza.zm or Crop Science Dept, School of Agricultural Sciences on +211 295655 email mmwala@unza.zm; dean-agric@unza.zm

University of Edinburgh Distance Learning Masters Scholarships 2011

University of Edinburgh Distance Learning Masters Scholarships 2011

Edinburgh Global Online Distance Learning Master’s Scholarships

The University of Edinburgh will offer 10 Master’s scholarships for eligible distance learning Master’s programmes offered by the University.

Eligibility

The scholarships will be awarded to students who are accepted for admission onto distance learning Master’s programmes at the University of Edinburgh. Applicants must be both nationals of and resident in one of the countries listed on the Scholarships webpage

Applicants should already have been offered a place at the University of Edinburgh and should have firmly accepted that offer or be intending to do so.

Criteria

The scholarship will be awarded broadly on the basis of academic merit. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 Honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent.

Application Procedure

Eligible applicants wishing to apply for a scholarship for session 2011-2012 should complete an online application. The scholarship application will be available in mid October 2010.

When completing the personal statement of the scholarship application form, please indicate why Distance Learning suits your particular circumstances making reference to both online learning and distance learning.
Alternatively applicants can request a paper application form from:

The Scholarships and Student Finance Office
The University of Edinburgh
Old College
South Bridge
Edinburgh EH8 9YL

E-mail: scholarships@ed.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 131 651 4070

Completed application forms must be received by the Scholarships and Student Finance Office no later than 31 May 2011.

Selection Procedure

A Selection Committee will meet in June 2011 to select the scholarship holders. The winners of the scholarships will be announced by the end of June 2011.

Radboud University PhD Position 2011 in Philosophy of Law, Netherland

Radboud University PhD Position 2011 in Philosophy of Law, Netherlands

Doctorate positions in the field of Philosophy of Law at Radboud University in Netherlands-2011

Study Subject: Philosophy of Law
Employer: Radboud University
Level: PhD

The PhD project involves writing a dissertation on the following topic: ‘Human Rights and Human Duties: Assessing the Obligations entailed in Human Rights’. You have an MA in Philosophy and/ or Law with a clear interest in a philosophical and conceptual approach to legal questions. Furthermore you should have excellent analytical and writing skills in English and Dutch. You have teaching skills or are willing to obtain these skills.The initial contract will be for one and a half years, which then will be renewed if the progress made under this first contract is satisfactory. An employment of 0,8 FTE is negotiable. Commencement date: 1 July (at the latest).

The research aims at the following objectives:

Analysing the conceptual link between human rights and human duties.
Developing a normative theory of human duties.
Proposing practical guidelines for the assessment of the legal implications of human duties.
Alongside the PhD research, the candidate is required to make a small contribution to the teaching of the Philosophy of Law department in the Bachelor of Law programme of the Faculty of Law.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 6 April 2011

The Maria Pia Gratton International Award 2011

The Maria Pia Gratton International Award 2011

The Maria Pia Gratton International Award at the University of Illinois was established by the family and friends of Maria Pia Gratton. Pia passed away on October 31, 1995, at the age of 47. When she came to the United States, Pia had two small children, a degree in math, and little grasp of the English language. Pia enrolled in classes to learn English and computer programming, and with determination she made a home for her family, developed close friendships and began a career in her new country. Those who knew Pia knew her to be a beautiful woman, a caring mother, a loving wife, a dependable co-worker, a true friend, a conscientious student, a patient teacher, and a daring traveler. This award continues Pia’s memory with a living tribute to her life.

Who is eligible to apply for the Gratton Award?

This award is intended to enable a female graduate student from outside the United States to have an academic and cultural experience at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). Preference will be given to a student who has had a limited opportunity to travel outside of her home country.

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply:

Applicants must either be: a) currently enrolled as graduate students at UIUC with at least one academic year (i.e., two semesters) of graduate school remaining after the conclusion of the academic year in which the student is applying for the Gratton Award; OR b) if not currently enrolled as graduate students at UIUC, applicants must be applying as graduate students at UIUC for the academic year immediately following the year in which the student is applying for the Gratton Award (Note: Applicants who have not yet been admitted to UIUC must follow regular academic admission procedures. For application information, please refer to http://ping.fm/qmASP);
Applicants must be international students (U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents are not eligible to apply);
Applicants must be female (applications from male applicants will not be considered).
What does the Gratton Award include?

The Gratton Award provides a tuition waiver and a monthly stipend totaling $10,000 for the academic year.

Please note that some Colleges and/or programs do not accept tuition waivers. It is the student’s responsibility to verify that her program will accept a tuition waiver in lieu of payment.

When is the deadline to apply for the Gratton Award?

The deadline to apply for an award for Academic Year 2011-2012 is April 4, 2011. All applications will be reviewed after the deadline. Decisions will be announced and applicants will be notified via email as soon as possible after the deadline.

What criteria are considered by the selections committee in evaluating Gratton Award applications?

The selections committee will take into account the degree to which applicants share Pia’s philosophy of life and desire to improve their multicultural experiences and education. Pia believed that living among various people, studying various cultures, and learning various customs taught her to appreciate and respect the people of this world. For more information about Pia, please refer to: http://ping.fm/vlhIa

What does the application consist of?

The application consists of three questionnaires and one electronic material submission. The first questionnaire asks for basic information about the applicant, the second questionnaire asks the applicant to respond to an essay prompt, and the third questionnaire asks the applicant to provide detailed financial information about funding sources. The electronic material submission outlines the conditions of applying for the award and requires an electronic signature. Scholarship applicants must complete and submit all of the questionnaires as well as the electronic signature form in the application. Your application will be complete once you see check marks in each of the questionnaire and material boxes. Incomplete applications may not be reviewed.

Please note:

When you click “Create App” to begin an application, a message may pop up indicating that you may be charged a $25 fee to begin a new program application. This fee does not apply when creating a scholarship application.
The application allows you to save material and continue working on it at a future date until the deadline. After the deadline has passed, you will not be able to access the application again. You will have until 11:59 p.m. Central Standard Time on the date of the deadline to complete your application; at midnight, the application will close.
Scholarships might be taxable to the recipient. Recipients will be taxed on the scholarship payments, if required.
Questions about applying for the Maria Pia Gratton International Award should be directed to Ms. Jessica Sheets, Study Abroad Scholarship Coordinator, by e-mailing jsheets@illinois.edu

Deadline: 04/04/2011

SCRIPT Scholarships 2011/12: University of Edinburgh Distance Learning in Law

The SCRIPT/AHRC Research Centre for Studies in Intellectual Property and Technology Law offers two scholarships for students wishing to pursue one of the following programmes:

LLM Innovation, Technology and the Law (Distance Learning)
LLM Medical Law and Ethics (Distance Learning)
LLM Intellectual Property Law (Distance Learning)
LLM Information Technology Law (Distance Learning)
Scholarship amount: 3,000 GBP each

Number of awards: 2

Award Criteria: Awards will be based on a short paper (up to 1500 words including footnotes) on following topic:

“Critically assess an example of how technological innovation (eg. in medicine, IT, intellectual property, forensics) impacts on the law, and vice versa.”

Your paper must be your own original work, and you should not have used it in any other context. It will be judged on its academic merit. At least two members of the academic staff will assess the paper independently (double blind), and in case of dispute will refer the paper to a third member/party.

The first award is open to applicants from around the world. The second award is open specifically to assist students from developing countries. A developing country shall be considered any country classified as a low income economy by the World Bank. Click here to view a list of these countries.

Application process: Applications for the scholarship must be submitted to Clare Neilson at escript.support@ed.ac.uk by Friday 29th July 2011.

Please use the coversheet provided (downloadable here). To be considered for the award, you must have completed the application process, and have been made an offer of a place on one of the distance learning LLMs, prior to the deadline for submission. Please download the attached coversheet to submit with your paper.

Award Process: The two students who are selected will have the scholarship amount of 3,000 GBP deducted from their fees during the registration process if they are full-time. Students who are part-time starting in September 2010 over 2 years will have 1,500 GBP deducted from both year one and year two fees. Students who are part-time starting in September 2010 over 3 years will have 1,000 GBP deducted from each year’s fees.

Successful applicants should be aware that they must have commenced their programme of study within 12 months of the academic year for which it was initially awarded.

Award Date: Successful applicants will be informed by email by mid August.

Further information

Further information on scholarships and other sources of funding is available from the Scholarships and Financial Aid Office website at:www.scholarships.ed.ac.uk

PhD and Postdoc Positions in Multimedia at Instituto Superior T?ico, Lisbon, Portugal

PhD and Postdoc Positions in Multimedia at Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon, Portugal

The Multimedia Signal Processing Group at Instituto de Telecomunicações, Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon, Portugal, invites applications for PhD and Postdoc positions, with a yearly renewable contract, for a maximum duration of 4 years.

The PhD and Postdoc Research Grants are available in accordance with the Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT) regulations and payments for advanced training and qualification of human resources, see http://ping.fm/sZTvk

The Multimedia Signal Processing Group develops research in the areas of visual information analysis, modeling, processing, manipulation, representation, adaptation, coding and description for multimedia applications.

The current PhD and Postdoc grants are available for the following technical areas:

Advanced video coding
3D video coding and processing, 3D holoscopic video
Automatic metadata creation, mobile visual search
Quality of experience, video quality and video segmentation quality
Secure biometrics recognition
The candidates shall fulfill the following conditions:

Strong motivation for research work
Background on the relevant technical areas
Strong publication record on the relevant technical areas (especially for Postdoc applications)
Fluent in English and with good skills in technical writing and presenting
Good programming skills
The applicants will be supervised by one or more of the following Professors: Fernando Pereira, Paulo Correia, Luis Ducla Soares, Paulo Nunes and João Ascenso (see http://ping.fm/Cd6CI for details).

Please send your application by email to fp@lx.it.pt, including:

Detailed curriculum vitae;
Motivation letter;
Recommendation letter(s).
Selected candidates will be interviewed.

Applications shall be received no later than 31st March 2011.

For any clarifications, please contact Prof. Fernando Pereira at fp@lx.it.pt

MBA Scholarship 2011 at University of Cyprus

MBA Scholarship 2011 at University of Cyprus

On behalf of the Department of Public and Business Administration of the University of Cyprus, we welcome you to the University of Cyprus MBA. This might be your first step towards a life changing experience.

During the past few years, the University of Cyprus has demonstrated its commitment to excellence in scholarship, research, and service. Building on the success of the previous years, we now launch a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program that takes pride in creating visionary and influential leaders in the local, regional and international business community.

We are looking to take on board individuals with promising leadership potential and excellent academic credentials, who will share knowledge and ideas, actively contribute to the program, and shape the future of business practice. These participants, the innovative program supported by world recognized faculty, and the academic environment that fosters scientific research, form the pillars of the leading MBA program in the region.

Your participation in this program will enhance your professional development and provide you with the management tools and skills to become an agile and highly adaptive leader with the ability to succeed in a rapidly changing business environment.

We encourage you to take part in this truly unique and exciting learning experience. We look forward to welcoming you soon to the University of Cyprus MBA family.

Scholarships

The following scholarships are available:
1. The MBA program aims to attract the strongest applicants. For this reason, the MBA program offers a number of scholarships for candidates who are accepted for the academic year 2011-2012 based on:

Academic excellence
Financial need
Application deadline: 15 April 2011
2. The MBA program, within its social responsibility and contribution dimension of creating leaders of tomorrow, has announced 32 scholarships for the academic year 2011-2012. The scholarships will be awarded based on the academic achievements and work experience of applicants who have been accepted in the program and are currently working for the following organizations:

Government departments
The Police Force
Association of municipalities
Authority for Supervision and Development of Cooperative Societies, Cooperative Societies
Electricity Authority of Cyprus
Cyprus Telecommunications Authority
Mass media
Private Sector Firms
Admission

Candidates must submit a completed application before the deadline, along with a copy of their academic degree(s), a verification from KYSATS if required, copies of certificates of other relevant examinations, and two recent photographs.

Admission Requirements:

Degree from a recognized academic institution or equivalent.
The program accepts students according to the selection criteria that focus on work experience and prior academic performance.
Priority will be given to applicants who have at least 3 years of full-time work experience and superior academic performance, which may also be demonstrated through GMAT or GRE exams.
Candidates that apply to the program in English must demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the following: TOEFL or IELTS or GCE or equivalent, unless they hold a degree from an English speaking institution.
Two recommendations from academics or people who are familiar with the work of the candidate.
Applicants will be invited for a personal interview to assess their contribution potential to the program.
How to Apply

Application forms and additional information can be obtained from the MBA office at the University of Cyprus or can be downloaded by clicking the button below:

APPLICATION FORM:

Click to download (pdf)
Instructions on how to fill the form:

Save the file on your PC.
Open the file using Adobe Acrobat.
Fill in the application form selecting the appropriate field.
The package must be sent to:

MBA Program
Department of Public and Business Administration
School of Economics and Management
University of Cyprus
75 Kallipoleos Str.
P.O. Box 20537
CY 1678 Nicosia,
Cyprus
Application Deadline : 15 April 2011

Master & PhD Scholarships, University of Cyprus

Master & PhD Scholarships, University of Cyprus

UNIVERSITY OF CYPRUS
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND STUDENT WELFARE SERVICE
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIPS FOR POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
ADDRESSED TO CYPRIOTS EXPATRIATES AND FOREIGN NATIONALS –
FROM NON EU COUNTRIES

The University of Cyprus announces the granting of 25 scholarships for postgraduate Master’s degrees and PhD in the academic year 2011/2012. The scholarships are for postgraduate courses (beginning study in September 2011) and their aim is to develop and strengthen the relations and cooperation of the University of Cyprus with the Cypriots expatriates and to attract a large number of foreign students. The scholarships cover all the fields of study and are addressed to Cypriots expatriates and to foreign nationals (from non EU countries).

1. Five (5) out of the 25 scholarships will be allocated to Cypriot applicants who are permanent residents of Australia in order to strengthen the cooperation with the Australian Homogeny.
2. Three (3) out of the 25 scholarships will be granted to students from the University of Gjirokastra (Argyrokastro) – Albania.
3. One (1) scholarship will be granted for strengthening the Orthodox Teachers College in Kenya.
4. The other sixteen (16) scholarships will be allocated to Cypriot applicants who are permanent residents in foreign countries and to foreign nationals from non EU countries.

A. What the scholarships cover:
1. Tuition fees of the postgraduate program. The fees will be paid by the revenue of the Department granted the scholarship.
2. Allowance scholarship equal to €680 per month for a total duration of 12 months (€680 X 12 = €8,160).
3. The fellows will be able to apply for accommodation in the Students Halls of Residence through the approved procedures of the University. The rent will be covered by the allowance of the scholarship that will receive. Those applicants who would like to stay in the students halls of residence should submit a separate application to the Housing Office of the Students Affair and Welfare Service.

B. Duration of a scholarship:
1. The initial period of scholarship granted is for 12 months.
2. The scholarship might be renewed beyond 12 months.
3. The scholarship will be renewed every six months and will be able to cover the maximum duration of the postgraduate program.
4. The scholarship for masters – level programs can be extended up to 2 years.
5. The scholarship for doctoral programs can be extended beyond 2 years but not more than 4 years considering that the research supervisor of the student confirms per semester that the doctoral student’s research meets the requirements and encourages the doctoral students to submit their thesis before completing 4 years.
6. The scholarship will also cover the summer months provided that the academic/research supervisor of the student confirms that the student will work on her/his own responsibility.
7. The academic performance of the scholars should be satisfactory and should be certified by their academic or research supervisor.
8. Scholars should be distinguished in moral.

C. Criteria for evaluation:
The Departmental Councils or other subcommittees appointed specifically for this purpose are responsible for the evaluation of the candidates for the granting of a scholarship. The criteria for the evaluation are:
1. Academic performance and achievements of the candidate.
2. Any additional qualifications of the candidate.
3. Recommendation letters for the candidate.
4. Work experience of the candidate.
5. Moral of the candidate.
6. Other criteria set by the Council of each Department.

The Council of the Department when considering applications for granting a scholarship may take into consideration the socioeconomic status of the candidate or her/his family which consists of the social – marital status and by her/his gross annual income. In the case that the applicant is married with children the application will be treated differently and will get different weight during the evaluation.

D. Requirements for submitting an application – Cypriot expatriates:
Applicants must meet the following requirements in order to claim a scholarship:
1. Be Cypriot expatriates. They should submit a Cyprus citizenship certificate or a certificate from a Public Authority of Cyprus abroad (Consular Authorities) which proves that they have Cypriot origin.
2. Have permanent residence in a foreign country for a continuous period of at least thirty (30) months before submitting their application for a scholarship. They should submit a certificate from Public Authority of Cyprus abroad to certify this.
3. To have a satisfactory academic performance.
4. To have high moral.
5. Each academic department will decide whether the candidates need to possess a certificate of Greek language skills when applying for a place in their postgraduate programs and for a scholarship grant. In the case that the specific program of study requires knowledge of the Greek language then the department concerned will determine the required level of knowledge of Greek.

E. Requirements for submitting an application – Foreign Nationals:
Applicants must meet the following requirements in order to claim a scholarship:
1. Be foreign nationals from non-EU countries.
2. To have a satisfactory academic performance.
3. To have high moral.
4. Each academic department will decide whether the candidates need to possess a certificate of Greek language skills when applying for a place in their postgraduate programs and for a scholarship grant. In the case that the specific program of study requires knowledge of the Greek language then the department concerned will determine the required level of knowledge of Greek.
5. The applications to both postgraduate programs and scholarship grand claims by foreign applicants (non-EU) require securing a Visa to Cyprus or renewal of their temporary residence permit in Cyprus.

Documents to be submitted by foreign applicants (non-EU) to secure a Visa (provided that they are offered a place in a postgraduate program):
1. Original and attested* copies of academic qualifications and transcripts.
2. Acceptance letter from the University of Cyprus.
3. Curriculum Vitae in Greek and English language.
4. Valid passport and attested* copy of the passport (valid for at least two years from the beginning of the semester).
5. Original letter and attested* copy of good conduct certificate from the police authorities.
6. Medical certificates attesting to good health and including blood tests and Chest X-Ray.

Attestation process of documents *
Students are required to attest the following documents by the appropriate/relevant authorities in their home country:
o academic documents
o police clearance certificate
o passport

The attestation process differs between countries that have signed the Hague Convention, 1961 (Apostille) and those who have not. Attested documents must be in English; in cases where translations are necessary, these must be done by an approved translator and attested by the relevant authorities in home country.

Students applying from countries that have signed the Hague Convention, 1961 (Apostille): i.e. India
Students must have their documents attested by the designated, competent government authority which is authorized to affix the Apostille on their documents. The Ministry of Justice or Ministry of Foreign Affairs is usually the government body that issues the Apostille.

Students applying from countries that have not signed the Hague Convention 1961 (Apostille) but have a Cyprus Representation in their home country: i.e. Pakistan, Nepal, Cameroon, Nigeria, and Bangladesh
Students must have their documents attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in their home country and then further attested by the Cyprus Embassy, High Commission or Consulate.

Students applying from China
Based on bilateral agreements between Cyprus and China, students must have their documents attested by the Ministry of Justice. There is no need for the documents to be further attested by the Cyprus Embassy.

Students applying from Russia and Serbia
Based on bilateral agreements between Cyprus, Russian and Serbian students are exempted from the above procedures, provided all their documents are officially signed and stamped by the issuing authority.

F. Scholars Obligations:
1. The Departmental Council may decide to suspend, reduce or terminate a scholarship in a particular student if it considers that special circumstances so require (e.g. reasons for the academic performance of fellow).
2. The Departmental Council will consider renewal of the scholarship provided that the student’s academic performance is satisfactory. The performance of the fellow will be certified by her/his academic/research supervisor.
3. In case that the fellow is admitted to a graduate program of another Department, the new Department accepting the student will examine and decide whether will grant the scholarship.
4. In case that the fellow interrupts her/his studies during the first year of study, the Department Council may request her/him to return the amount of the scholarship paid by the department.

G. Application procedure:
Interested applicants are requested to complete the special application form which could be found at http://ping.fm/C4cPj The application form should be submitted directly to the Coordinator of Postgraduate Studies of each Department separately by Friday, 15th of April 2011 at the following address:

Coordinator of Postgraduate Studies
Department of …………. (To be completed by the applicant accordingly)
University of Cyprus
P.O. Box 20537
1678 Nicosia
Cyprus

Because there is a possibility that the University of Cyprus will receive a great number of applications for granting a scholarship in relation with the number of announced positions and the amounts allocated for this purpose, the University does not necessarily imply that the scholarship will be granted even though the interested candidate is admitted in a postgraduate program.

Late applications will not be accepted.

For further information and clarifications interested applicants may contact the Office of Postgraduate Studies of the Academic Affairs and Student Welfare Service, at Tel.: +357 22894021, Fax: +357 22894463, email: gradstud@ucy.ac.cy) or visit the web page : www.ucy.ac.cy/goto/acafsw/en-US/Home.aspx.

PhD Position in Wireless Communications, University of Luxembourg

PhD Position in Wireless Communications, University of Luxembourg

The University of Luxembourg seeks to hire outstanding researchers at its Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) http://ping.fm/sCWZc .

SnT is a recently formed centre carrying out interdisciplinary research in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) systems and services, often in collaboration with industrial, governmental or international partners. SnT is active in several international research projects funded by the EU 7th framework programme and the European Space Agency. A successful candidate will conduct research in one or more of the centre projects and assist in the development of the SnT project portfolio. The Centre invites researchers from diverse research areas to contribute to our projects in areas such as Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, Network Security, Model-drive Security, Security Cloud computing, and ICT Services & Applications.

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) invites applications from PhD candidates in the general area of Wireless Communications.

The PhD projects will be conducted in partnership with SES ( www.ses.com ), a leading-edge satellite operator offering worldwide services and headquartered in Luxembourg.

Position Description
The successful candidates will join a strong and motivated research team lead by Prof. Björn Ottersten in order to pursue a PhD on the following topics:

Cooperative and cognitive satellite networks
Signal Processing for Space Applications
MIMO: Coding, Multiuser Techniques, Channel modelling
Radio Resource Management & Optimization
The position holder will be required to perform the following tasks:

Carrying out research in the predefined areas
Disseminating results through scientific publications
Participating in proposal drafting
Assisting in curriculum development
Assisting in organization of relevant workshops
Profile of the candidates
The candidate should possess an MSc degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or Applied Mathematics.

Experience
The ideal candidate should have some knowledge and experience in a number of the following topics:

Satellite Communications
Multiuser information theory
Spatial signal Processing
Linear algebra
Multivariate statistics
Optimization theory
Development skills in MATLAB or C++ are required.

Language Skills
Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Knowledge of French, German or Luxembourgish is desirable.

Offer
The University offers a three year employment contract that may be extended up to a fourth year. The University offers highly competitive salaries and is an equal opportunity employer. You will work in an exciting international environment and will have the opportunity to participate in the development of a newly created research centre.

Application
Application should include:

Full CV, including name (and email address, etc) of three referees
Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
Research statement and topics of particular interest to the candidate (300 words).
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Applications, written in English and in PDF format only, should be sent via email to:

TO: snt-jobs@uni.lu
CC: Symeon.Chatzinotas@uni.lu
SUBJECT: “ CO 2 SAT ”

Deadline for applications: March 31 st , 2011

For further information, please contact us at Symeon.Chatzinotas@uni.lu

[Japan] ETS Launches TOEFL� Scholarship Program in Japan

Deadline : 15 April 2011

US$40,000 in Scholarships Available Specifically for Japanese Students

Princeton, N.J. (December 9, 2010) — Educational Testing Service (ETS), the creator of the TOEFL® test, announced the TOEFL Scholarship Program in Japan which will recognize academic excellence by TOEFL test takers. The 2011 TOEFL Scholarship Program will issue awards valued at US$40,000.

A total of 10 TOEFL scholarships will be awarded to Japanese students demonstrating academic excellence. Ten US$4,000 scholarships will be presented to Japanese students for academic study in 2011 at a college or university listed in the TOEFL® Destinations Directory, including institutions in Australia, Canada and the United States. TOEFL scholarship winners will be notified in May 2011.

"ETS is delighted to officially announce the TOEFL Scholarship Program in Japan to recognize educational excellence," commented Walt MacDonald, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. "The newly announced TOEFL 2011 Scholarship Program in Japan honors English language learners who have demonstrated a strong academic record and assists students in meeting their future educational goals. We are very pleased to make this contribution in advancing equity and excellence in education around the world."

To be eligible for a TOEFL scholarship, applicants must currently live in Japan, begin undergraduate or graduate study in 2011 at a college or university listed in the TOEFL Destinations Directory, possess a valid TOEFL score, hold a grade point average of 80 or higher on a 100-point scale, and submit a completed application form with a written essay and official transcript. Completed applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2011.

Detailed information regarding the TOEFL Scholarship Program, including application materials, scholarship requirements and a timeline, are now available on the TOEFL Scholarship Program in Japan web page.

For more than 45 years, the TOEFL test has been the most widely accepted English language assessment worldwide. The TOEFL test is currently recognized by more than 7,500 colleges and universities around the world, including the U.K., Canada and the United States.

About ETS

At nonprofit ETS, we advance quality and equity in education for people worldwide by creating assessments based on rigorous research. ETS serves individuals, educational institutions and government agencies by providing customized solutions for teacher certification, English language learning, and elementary, secondary and post-secondary education, as well as conducting education research, analysis and policy studies. Founded in 1947, ETS develops, administers and scores more than 50 million tests annually — including the TOEFL® and TOEIC® tests, the GRE® tests and The Praxis Series™ assessments — in more than 180 countries. www.ets.org

More detail information, Please visit the Website
http://ping.fm/b3o3a

Joyce Coutu Scholarship 2011 for MBA at Judge Business School, University of Cambridge

Joyce Coutu Scholarship 2011 for MBA at Judge Business School, University of Cambridge

Sidney Sussex College will provide one scholarship of £1,000 each year to an exceptional North American female MBA student at Judge Business School. Recipients will be offered the option to live in single college-owned accommodation during their MBA studies.
Eligibility Criteria
For North American female MBA students only.
First or high upper second class degree.
GPA above 3.5 (out of 4) or equivalent from a recognised university.
Minimum GMAT score of 680.
3 years’ full-time post-graduation work experience.
How to Apply
Candidates should apply for admission to the Cambridge MBA in the normal way by the 1st April 2011.
All applicants who are made an offer of admission to the MBA programme will be considered for the Scholarship separately by Sidney Sussex College. Scholarships will be awarded on a first come first served basis, so it is advisable to apply early. Scholarships are conditional on the applicant taking up the offer of admission to the MBA programme.
To apply for a scholarship, the Judge Business School must receive your completed application (including references, supporting documents and covering letter) by the 1st April 2011. Please do not send this direct to Sidney Sussex.
Further Details
For further details, please contact the Admissions Officer at the Judge Business School phone (+44 [0]1223 337053) or email (mbaadmissions@jbs.cam.ac.uk)
Source:
http://ping.fm/KHytk

Full-time MBA Scholarships 2011 from Kofi Annan Business School Foundation

Full-time MBA Scholarships 2011 from Kofi Annan Business School Foundation

The Kofi Annan Business School Foundation provides fellowships for talented and motivated students from developing countries that allow them to obtain a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Europe at one of the academic partners of the Kofi Annan Business School Foundation. Partner schools are ESMT, Vlerick Leuven Gent Management School (Belgium), and Hogeschool Utrecht (Netherlands).
Program: Full-time MBA
Number of scholarships available: up to three
Eligibility: Applicants must be resident in one of the UN’s Least Develped Countries (LDCs), Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), or Palestine.
Please use these links to find a list of countries qualifying:
Least Developed Countries (LDCs)
Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs)
Value: full tuition and fees of € 38,000 and a monthly stipend for living expenses
Conditions: Fellows are expected to commit to returning to their home country or region to participate in the development of the local or regional economy.
Download brochure
Source:
http://www.esmt.org

Talisman Vietnam MBA Scholarships in Natural Resources, Energy and Environment at University of Alberta, Canada

Talisman Vietnam MBA Scholarships in Natural Resources, Energy and Environment at University of Alberta, Canada



Scholarship for International Students at university of Alberta, Canada in fields related to petroluem
With the objectives of contribution to enhancing quality of the local workforce in oil and gas industry of Vietnam, Talisman Vietnam Limited (TVL) is pleased to sponsor two full postgraduate scholarships for fall enrolment of academic year 2011 for Vietnamese professionals wishing to undertake a Master’s degree in petroleum related fields at the University of Alberta (U of A), Canada.
The scholarships aim to provide opportunities for postgraduate study at the U of A for young professionals in early or mid-career, who demonstrate both academic excellence and the potential to become leaders, decision-makers and opinion-formers in Vietnam.
Two scholarships are available for study for the following maximum two-year full-time postgraduate Master’s programs in the below fields.
MSc. in Integrated Petroleum Geosciences
MSc. in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (focus on Geology)
MSc. in Physics (focus on Geophysics)
MSc./MEng in Civil and Environmental Engineering (specialization in Petroleum Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Geotechnical Engineering)
MSc./MEng in Chemical and Materials Engineering
MSc./MEng in Mechanical Engineering
MBA, with specialization in Natural Resources, Energy and Environment
Each scholarship provides tuition fee at the U of A, a stipend to cover living costs (for one person only) for maximum two years and return air travel to Vietnam (the return flight must be taken within three weeks of completion of the program of study).
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants must:
display intellectual ability and leadership potential;
meet minimum English language standards – IELTS band score 6.5 (with not less than 5.0 in any skill) or paper based TOEFL minimum score of 550 (paper-based) or a total score of 88 with a score of at least 20 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based).
If you apply for MBA degree, in addition to the English Language skills evidence above, you need to provide either GMAT score minimum 600 (paper-based) or 100 (internet-based) with at least 20 on each of the individual skill area or GRE 1100 total (verbal 450 and quantitative 650)
and will normally be expected to:
have a good academic record. Only candidates with an “excellent” (gioi or xuat sac – 8.0+) or “good” (kha – 7.5+) first degree will be considered.
not already have received or be currently receiving financial benefit from a previous Government-Funded Scholarship;
not already had the chance of studying in Canada or another developed country;
not already been awarded a university doctorate from another academic institution;
Industry experience would be a plus
Application process and deadline
Candidates, wishing to be considered for the scholarship should apply to the U of A for the admission to one of the above fields, and then send the following documents to the Talisman office address indicated at the end of these guidelines no later than April 30, 2011:
Completed and signed application form for the scholarship. The form can be downloaded from: http://ping.fm/YATEy
Official admission letter from the U of A
Copy of academic records translated into English
Up-to-date CV summarizing qualifications and work experience
For questions about the U of A, you may contact: Mr. Dan Fredrick, Manager, Sponsored Student Program, U of A International, University of Alberta, International Centre, 172 HUB, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2E1, Email: dan.fredrick@ualberta.ca
Other important notice:
Application for admission to the U of A involves a long process; therefore, you are advised to start your application process as soon as possible
The information that you provide in the scholarship application form will be a major factor in determining the short-list for interview. You are asked to complete the application form carefully and pay particular attention to the questions. Please bear in mind that the final decision to make an award will be influenced by your performance in the interview.
Completed application, marked “APPLICATION FOR TALISMAN VIETNAM POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP” should be sent no later than April 30, 2011 to the following address. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact:
Talisman Vietnam Limited
29 Le Duan Street.
Saigon Tower, Floor 18
District 1, HCMC, Vietnam
Tel: 08 3823 82332, ext. 5018
Email: htphuong@talisman-energy.com
Attn: Phuong Hoang, GCR Dept.
Source:
http://ping.fm/qhGwX

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals Master and PhD Scholarships 2011

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals Master and PhD Scholarships 2011
Welcome to the Online Application for Graduate Studies at KFUPM for the Fall Semester 2011-2012
Before you proceed with the online application, it is strongly recommended that you read very carefully the guidelines mentioned in the forthcoming pages and follow their sequence:
Notes:
Deadline for submitting an online application is 6 April 2011.
Deadline for uploading mandatory documents is 16 April 2011.
Deadline for recommendation letters to be received via the online recommendation system is 16 April 2011.

Eligibility
Please make sure you are eligible to apply and satisfy the following:
Basic application requirements for Master Programs in Science and Engineering:
A four-year Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or science from a recognized institution with a major in the proposed field or evidence of suitable background for entering the proposed field.
A Grade-Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 or higher on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent, and a GPA of 3.00 in the subject of the major field.
Basic application requirements for Ph.D. Programs:
An M.S. degree in engineering or science (after a four-year B.S. degree) from an institution whose graduate programs are equivalent to those of KFUPM, with a major in the proposed field or evidence of suitable background for entering the proposed field.
A minimum GPA of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent in both B.S. and M.S. degrees.
Basic application requirements for M.B.A. and Executive M.B.A.:
A four-year Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution.
A Grade-Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent.
At least one course in college level calculus which covers both differentiation and integration.
A working knowledge of computers as evidenced by at least one course in that area (e.g. data processing, programming, information systems, etc.)
At least one-year of full-time work experience. This requirement may be waived for graduate assistants, research assistants, and applicants with exceptional academic records.
Programs
Below is a comprehensive list of all Master and PhD programs offered at KFUPM. The disciplines are hyperlinked and will take you to the respective department’s homepage for detailed course and program information:
DISCIPLINES
Click on the links below to visit the corresponding department.
DEGREES
Aerospace Engineering M.Sc
Architectural Engineering M.Sc., M. Engg.
Chemical Engineering Ph.D., M.Sc.
Chemistry Ph.D., M.Sc.
City & Regional Planning M.C.R.P.
Civil Engineering Ph.D., M.Sc., M.Engg.
Computer Engineering M.Sc.
Computer Science and Engineering Ph.D.
Computer Networks M.Sc.
Construction Engineering & Management M.Sc., M.Engg.
Electrical Engineering Ph.D., M.Sc.
Engineering Management Master
Geology M.Sc., M. Geol.
Geophysics M.Sc., M. Geoph.
Environmental Science M.Sc.
Information and Computer Science M.Sc.
Business Administration M.B.A., E.M.B.A
Mathematics Ph.D., M.Sc.
Mechanical Engineering Ph.D., M.Sc.
Petroleum Engineering Ph.D., M.Sc.
Telecommunication Engg. M.Sc.
Physics M.Sc.
Medical Physics M. Med. Phys.
Systems Engineering Ph.D., M.Sc.
Minimum Requirements
Be sure you have scanned copies of the following mandatory documents in PDF or JPEG format. Each file size can be a maximum of 2 MB.Each document should be stored in the correct folder in the upload system. Documents stored in the wrong folders will be deleted or ignored. Along with the mandatory documents, be sure you have the NAMES and EMAIL ADDRESSES of three referees. It will be asked during the online application in “Additional Information Section” If you do not have them now, please prepare and come back later
Mandatory Documents for submitting an online application:
Copy of identification (National ID – Saudi nationals /Passport – Applicants from outside Saudi Arabia/ Iqama – Foreigners living in Saudi Arabia/)
Complete official transcripts [For PhD Applicants – MS & BS Transcript / For Master Applicants– BS Transcript] (The transcript should contain names and grades of all courses taken and should be an official transcript)
Three (3) Recommendation Letters from your referees submitted through the online recommendation system after you submit the online application.
Statement-of-Purpose (A one-page essay focusing on your career and research goals at KFUPM)
GMAT (For International MBA Applicants)
Note: Application will not be processed at all without the above mandatory documents.
Non-mandatory
Documents for online application but needed before final admission:
TOEFL or IELTS score sheet [IF AVAILABLE]
GRE (General) score sheet (Required for Engineering & Science programs) [IF AVAILABLE]
MS thesis abstract (for PhD applicants) [IF AVAILABLE]
Degree(s) Certificates [If a degree was awarded]
Short Resume (CV) [IF AVAILABLE]
Note the following carefully:
Documents which are not mandatory for submitting the application DO NOT imply that they are not required before admission. It simply means that we can process your application without such documents. The university can ask for these documents at any stage of processing the application.2. Please make sure the above documents are uploaded to the upload system before the deadline of XXX. 3. In order to upload the above documents, please prepare scanned copies of them as well.
Financial Benefits
Saudi graduate students with a GPA of 3.00 and above on a scale of 4.00 can be admitted as Full-Time MS or PhD students. Similarly, Research Assistantship for Master students and Lectureship for Ph.D. students are available for all outstanding graduate students who demonstrate exceptional qualifications and performance. Research Assistants and Lecturers-B expected to spend up to 50% of their time supporting teaching and research activities of the university, with the other 50% devoted to their respective graduate programs. They receive the following benefits:
Free tuition.
A monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
Free furnished air conditioned bachelor housing.
Essential medical care.
Free textbooks.
Subsidized meals in the University cafeteria.
A chance to participate along with the University faculty in the Research and Bookwriting
Projects funded by the University.
A prepaid air passage for initial travel to Dammam at the start of the contract, and a return ticket after his completion of the Degree (for RA and Lecturers-B).
Other benefits are also available in accordance with University policy.
Application Deadline : 6 April 2011

Business School Phd Studentships at Kingston University, UK

Business School Phd Studentships at Kingston University, UK

Kingston University
Business School
Faculty of Business and Law

As part of an on-going investment in our postgraduate research programme, the Faculty welcomes applications for the following “Five PhD Studentships in the Faculty of Business and Law”

Applications are invited in the fields of Accounting and Finance; Entrepreneurship and Small Business; Information Systems and Operations Management; Marketing and Consumer Behaviour; Leadership, HRM and Organisational Behaviour and Law. Studentships include a bursary of £14,000 plus a waiver of full-time PhD fees for up to four years.

Informal enquiries may be made to Professor Stavros Kalafatis s.kalafatis@kingston.ac.uk

Further information about applying for a research degree in the Faculty of Business and Law can be found at http://ping.fm/i4DID All applications are to be submitted online and should include a completed application form; a research proposal of approx 2,000 words; and copies of degree certificates. Enquiries regarding application forms can be made to Claire Gaskin c.gaskin@kingston.ac.uk

For information about research in the Faculty of Business and Law, please see our webpage: http://ping.fm/AgY0M

Closing date: noon on 29 April 2011.
Interview dates: w/c 30 May 2011.

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Application Address: www.kingston.ac.uk
Location: LONDON
Salary: bursary of £14,000
Contract type: Full time
Contract term: Permanent

Anne van den Ban Scholarship Fund, Masters Scholarships for Students from Developing Country, Wageningen University, Netherlands

Anne van den Ban Scholarship Fund, Masters Scholarships for Students from Developing Country, Wageningen University, Netherlands

The Anne van den Ban Scholarship Fund, previously known as the `Stichting Redelijk Studeren` (Sharing Responsibility for Students), is named after Dr. Ir. Anne van den Ban, former Professor of `Voorlichtingskunde` (Rural Extension) at Wageningen University. The fund was founded in 1992 by two Wageningen alumni.

The scholarship fund enables promising students from developing countries and from countries in Middle and Eastern Europe to study at Wageningen University. As a result, it contributes to the education of competent and motivated local experts, who can then play a leading role in solving the structural problems of their country in agricultural production, rural development and the environment.

Every year, dozens of students apply to the fund. Your contribution can enable even more students to begin or complete a study at Wageningen University.

Eligibility:

Applicant must already be accepted for their chosen study at Wageningen University.
Applicant must have good academic result in their home country
Applicant must intend to return to their own country at the completion of their degree.
The fund also gives preference to Applicant who already receive some form of financial assistance
Application Procedure
Before applicants can apply scholarships, they must apply for admissions.
The deadline for admission for non EU students is around May 2011.

Visit official website:
http://ping.fm/OPU50

MSc Clinical Trials by Distance Learning Scholarship, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, UK

MSc Clinical Trials by Distance Learning Scholarship, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, UK

Applications are open for one scholarship to study the Distance Learning MSc Clinical Trials (CT) course commencing October 2011. This scholarship is offered by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK).

Funding
The scholarship covers full tuition fees to study the Distance Learning MSc Clinical Trials course, and a contribution towards local examination centre fees.

Criteria for the scholarship
This MSc Clinical Trials scholarship is available only to a student who is a national of, and resident within, a Low Income country as indicated on here.

Applicants will be assessed on the following criteria:

the academic merit of the applicant (at least a 2:1 or equivalent first Honours undergraduate degree)
at least two years’ proven work experience in the Clinical Trials field
how the skills and qualification obtained from the MSc Clinical Trials would benefit both the applicant and their institution, with respect to current and/or future employment; and
impact on the development of the applicant’s home country.
The successful applicant will be required to:

complete a minimum number of modules each year of the course
give regular feedback to the School, and
co-operate with any programme evaluations for the duration of their scholarship and for a period of up to five years after completion of the course.
All applicants must ensure that they satisfy the standard criteria for admission to the MSc Clinical Trials course. Full details of the course can be found on the University of London International Programmes website

How to Apply
Those wishing to be considered for the scholarship should complete the MSc Clinical Trials scholarship application form and submit it, together with a complete MSc Clinical Trials by Distance Learning application form (unless this has already been submitted) and the other required supporting documentation, to:

Postgraduate Admissions Office
University of London International Programmes
Ground floor
Stewart House
32 Russell Square
London WC1B 5DN
United Kingdom.

Deadline for scholarship applications
You must be in receipt of an offer of a place on the MSc Clinical Trials for your scholarship application to be considered; therefore applications for the course must be received no later than 31 March 2011. If you wish to submit both your scholarship application and course application together, this must be received no later than 31 March 2011. If you are already in receipt of an offer of a place on the course, the final deadline for receipt of scholarship applications only is 20 May 2011.

Please note that for your MSc course application you should have asked two referees to send confidential letters of reference direct to the University. Neither your MSc course application nor your scholarship application can be considered until your references have been received.

N.B. This scholarship is only available to those wishing to study the MSc Clinical Trials – it is not available to those wishing to take the Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Trials.

Selection of the candidate
Scholarship applications will be considered by a sub-panel of the LSHTM Scholarships Committee. The successful candidate will be informed in June 2011. (The MSc course applications of those who are not short-listed will continue to be processed.)

Enquiries
E-mail: DLScholarship@lshtm.ac.uk

Italy Scholarships in for African Students 2011-2012

Italy Scholarships in for African Students 2011-2012


University of Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Announce UCSC Africa Scholarships in for African Students 2011-2012 in the field of International MBA ,Banking and Finance, International Relations, International Cooperation and Development Italy

Study Subject: International MBA (Global Business and Sustainability) Banking and Finance, International Relations, International Cooperation and Development, Economics
Employer: University of Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Level: Master’s
Scholarship Description: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, as part of its mission to foster relationships with developing countries, has developed a special program for students from the African continent. This program will enable students to study on a full or partial scholarship for degree programs taught in English at UCSC’s Milan Campus. UCSC is pleased to offer for the second year 12 full scholarships that include tuition and board for eligible students from the following African countries:
Eligibility: Admission requirements for all programs include completion of at least a Bachelor Degree from a recognized university and IELTS 6.0 or equivalent if English is not the official language in your country. For the MBA at least three years of work experience and GMAT/GRE are required (students can apply without a GMAT/GRE score; however this test has to be taken before program commencement).

Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 April 2011

Netherlands: PhD Student Position in Cognitive Psychology at VU University 2011

Netherlands: PhD Student Position in Cognitive Psychology at VU University 2011

Doctorate positions in the field of Cognitive Psychology at VU University in Netherlands-2011

Study Subject:Cognitive Psychology
Employer:VU University
Level:PhD
Scholarship Description:The Faculty of Psychology and Education employs about 290 people. The Faculty consists of 9 scientific departments for education and research. There are about 1850 students enrolled. The faculty is characterized by high-quality scientific research and by scientific education with special focus on academic training. Within the faculty an informal atmosphere with short lines prevails. The candidate has (or will have in the near future) an MSc degree in cognitive psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, physics, informatics, AI, biology, or a comparable area. The candidate has a strong interest in experimental research in the area of visual perception, memory, and attention, good research skills, and excellent ability to write and read English. Experience with programming or scripting languages (for example C++, Visual Basic, E-Prime, MatLab) is preferred. The candidate should be able to start at the latest on August 1, 2011.

Appointment will initially be for 12 months. The starting date is flexible, but must be before November 1st 2010. After a successful evaluation the appointment will be prolonged for another 36 months. The employment will have to result in a written dissertation by the end of the fourth year. Payment will be according to the standard regulations for scientific personnel, from € 2.042,- per month in the first year to € 2.612,- per month in the fourth year (gross income, based on fulltime appointment).

Scholarship Application Deadline:March 21, 2011

Indonesian Government Scholarships for Masters Degree Program 2011

Indonesian Government Scholarships for Masters Degree Program 2011

Indonesian Government Scholarships for Applicants from Developing Countries for Master’s Degree Program 2011

Study Subject: Humanties, Sciences, Engineering, Agriculture Sciences, Education, Multi-disclipinary Studies
Employer: Indinesian Government
Level: Masters

Indonesian Government has offered scholarships, under its scheme Beasiswa Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) or Developing Countries Partnership (DCP), for pursuing Master studies in various universities of Indonesia for the Academic Session 2011-12. The details are as under:

Goal:

The scholarship aims:

To promote deeper cultural understanding among developing countries.
To strengthen the relationship and mutual cooperation among developing countries
To contribute to the development of human resource quality
Eligibility Criteria:

The maximum of age is 35 years.
Has a completed four (4) years Bachelors Degree or equivalent.
Has a TOEFL score of 450 or equivalent
Completes and submits the application form and must be nominated by the respective government.
If successful, while studying in Indonesia:

Will comply with the Indonesian Government and host university regulations
Will not work or join any political activity
Agrees not to change the place of study and study program selected
Sign the statement letter prior to departure
Scholarship Application Deadline: Mid of May 2011

For more details:
http://ping.fm/6AZUQ

University of Cyprus Postgraduate Scholarships 2011-2012

University of Cyprus Postgraduate Scholarships 2011-2012

The University of Cyprus announces the granting of 25 scholarships for postgraduate Master’s degrees and PhD in the academic year 2011/2012.

Study Subject: all the fields of study
Employer: University of Cyprus
Level: Masters, PhD

The scholarships are for postgraduate courses (beginning study in September 2011) and their aim is to develop and strengthen the relations and cooperation of the University of Cyprus with the Cypriots expatriates and to attract a large number of foreign students. The scholarships cover all the fields of study and are addressed to Cypriots expatriates and to foreign nationals (from non EU countries).

Five (5) out of the 25 scholarships will be allocated to Cypriot applicants who are permanent residents of Australia in order to strengthen the cooperation with the Australian Homogeny.
Three (3) out of the 25 scholarships will be granted to students from the University of Gjirokastra (Argyrokastro) – Albania.
One (1) scholarship will be granted for strengthening the Orthodox Teachers College in Kenya.
The other sixteen (16) scholarships will be allocated to Cypriot applicants who are permanent residents in foreign countries and to foreign nationals from non EU countries.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 April 2011

Source:
http://ping.fm/c9KLQ

The Australian National University Master Scholarships 2011 in Engineering, Information Technology and Computing

The Australian National University Master Scholarships 2011 in Engineering, Information Technology and Computing



The Australian National University (ANU) offers a range of one and two year Masters by Coursework programs in engineering, information technology and computing. Two of these programs include research. In most cases, two one-year programs can be combined. This enables international students to apply for a two-year visa. Students enrolling in a combined Masters (or double Masters as it is sometimes known)are awarded two separate degrees: the first at the conclusion of the first program, and the second at the conclusion of the second program.

You need to submit an application to study an ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science program before you can apply for a College scholarship. If you have not, your scholarship application will not be processed.

SCHOLARSHIPS

College Postgraduate International Award
- Amount $AUD : $5,000
- Closing Date :

Semester One (Feb) Applicants:30 November
Semester Two (July) Applicants:29 May
- Requirements : Excellent undergraduate degree from a highly regarded university

College Postgraduate International Honours Award
- Amount $AUD : $5,000
- Closing Date :

Semester One (Feb) Applicants:30 November
Semester Two (July) Applicants:29 May
- Requirements : Excellent results in an approved ANU or other Masters degree and subsequent enrolment in a Masters (Honours) degree in the College.

Contact

T: +61 2 6125 0677
E: student.services@cecs.anu.edu.au

Source:

http://ping.fm/7b2uf

ISOPE Graduate Scholarship 2011 for Outstanding International Students

ISOPE Graduate Scholarship 2011 for Outstanding International Students

The International Society of Offshore and Polar Engineers (ISOPE) encourages students to study and/or to conduct research in any of Offshore Mechanics, Ocean, Arctic, and Related Engineering fields, or to participate in the annual ISOPE Conferences. For this purpose, ISOPE grants scholarships of $1,000 each to outstanding graduate students and entering new graduate students for the academic year 2011−2012. Three to five scholarships were granted each year. The recipients are encouraged to join the ISOPE student membership.

Each scholarship offered is a competitive one. Sex, race, age, religion, nationality, etc. are not factors for consideration. The awardees are selected by the ISOPE Award Committee vote. The committee members are balanced in geopolitical distribution. No more than one scholarship shall be awarded in the same year to the applicants from one university.

To apply, email the following information in electronic files to info@isope.org , the ISOPE Awards Committee, 495 North Whisman Road, Suite 300, California 94043-5711, USA.

(1) An official graduate school transcript for current graduate students, or the official undergraduate transcript for graduate students who didn’t complete 2 semesters and for entering graduate students; (2) a letter of recommendation from the thesis supervising faculty, department chairperson, or any ISOPE member directly to info@isope.org, and (3) an application form.

Download application form
Source:

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PhD Scholarships in Enterprise Risk Management at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland

PhD Scholarships in Enterprise Risk Management at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland

VTT is launching second international graduate school in 2011 to attract new, PhD students. We are looking for 15 new PhD students (incl. one Post Doc Researcher) that are expected to contribute to development of our prominent technological competences.

PhD students and Post Doc Researcher participate in high level research work at VTT on selected strategically relevant topics within a collaborative project environment. PhD work is done for four consecutive years under professional scientific supervision by highly experienced and competent senior researchers with PhD degrees. The PhD thesis should be finalized within the four-year period and fulfill high level scientific standards. The employment of Post Doc Researchers is for two years. The open positions are related to applied materials, services and the built environment, industrial system management, bio and chemical processes, energy, information and communication technologies, and microtechnologies and electronics.

PhD Student – Enterprise Risk Management

Our risk and reliability research has a strong background and knowledge basis in the risk management of technological systems in industry. The current research aims at more comprehensive approaches by developing methods and models to handle business risks in different phases of the innovation process and enterprise networks. The understanding on risk, reliability, safety and security issues and their management also builds up capability to support companies in developing new service business related to safety and security.

The task is to develop methods and models for total comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). The more detailed research focus can be in supporting business continuity management, in modeling of the effects of safety and security measures, or in security business development

Expectations

Success in this position requires a background in risk and reliability management, or in safety and security management. An important expertise area is to understand industrial management, industrial systems and enterprise networks.

Further expectations:

a solid academic background with an MSc in relevant fields
scientific ambition, motivation and strong interest in cutting-edge research
team working skills in an international working environment
inventiveness and initiative personality
good analytical and problem solving skills
excellent English language skills.
We Offer

For PhD Students

an opportunity to contribute to the strategic capabilities of a world-class research organization
outstanding PhD supervision by top research scientists of your field
excellent prospects for personal development
an innovative work community for aspiring researchers
a work contract for 1 + 3 years
assistance with housing and other relocation issues
For further information, please contact Research Professor Veikko Rouhiainen, veikko.rouhiainen@vtt.fi, tel. +358 20 722 3262

For conditions of employment (incl. relocaton service issues) , please contact Merja Grönberg, merja.gronberg@vtt.fi or Marja-Liisa Virtanen, marja-liisa.virtanen@vtt.fi

Application Deadline : 20 March 2011

Source:

http://ping.fm/ORDlJ