Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Political Thought, South Africa

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Political Thought
A National Research Foundation (NRF) Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is on offer for one year (renewable for another) in the Department of Politics, University of Johannesburg (UJ), South Africa. It will be under the mentorship of Professor Lawrence Hamilton, who holds an NRF President’s Award, and will be located within the Department and within the Centre of Political Thought at UJ. The fellowship can be taken up from 1 February or 1 July 2010, and is set at the UJ’s rate for postdoctoral fellowships, currently R160 000 per annum, sufficient to cover living expenses.
The Centre of Political Thought at UJ is a unique environment in South Africa for research in political thought and theory. Existing members of the Centre research on a variety of topics within the history of political thought and political philosophy, including human needs and rights; political judgement; freedom, constitutionalism, poverty and public debt in South Africa; German Idealist political thought; language and politics; 10th century Islamic political thought; the intellectual history of freedom in America; African political thought; and the thought of Rousseau, Sieyès and Marx.
Applicants should not feel, however, that they have to restrict their research proposals to these or cognate areas. The proposed postdoctoral research can be on any topic within the fields of history of political thought, political philosophy or political theory – including research that makes use of empirical analysis and case studies to further the understanding or applicability of a question within political theory. The final choice of candidate will not be influenced by their choice of research topic.
Candidates are only eligible if they have been awarded a doctoral degree within the last five years; and, if they have yet to receive the degree, they must have it in hand by the time they take up the position, or preferably by the end of 2009.
Interested candidates should email their curriculum vitae, the names of three referees, an example of their written (preferably published) work of about 10 000 words, and a one-page summary of their proposed postdoctoral research to Professor Hamilton (lhamilton@uj.ac.za or lah1001@cam.ac.uk) by 30 November 2009

They can also post their applications to:
Professor Lawrence Hamilton,
Department of Politics,
University of Johannesburg,
P.O. Box 524,
Auckland Park,
2006,
South Africa,
making sure they arrive by the deadline. The successful candidate will be informed by the 15 December 2009.

[UK] Multiple postdoctoral positions in biomaterials research, Stanford University

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Stanford University invites applications for four postdoctoral research associate positions under the supervision of Professor Sarah Heilshorn. The successful candidates will join a multidisciplinary research group that studies protein engineering, microfluidic devices, and biomimetic materials for drug delivery, tissue engineering, and nanomaterials applications. Applicants must have a PhD in a relevant field (e.g.,materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, biology, or bioengineering) earned no earlier than September 2006 or to be earned no later than March 2010. Proficiency in English, both written and
verbal, and demonstrated leadership skills are requirements. Applications will be accepted until all positions have been filled.
Qualified candidates should contact Dr. Sarah Heilshorn at HeilshornLab@gmail.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . To apply, send curriculum vitae, a brief description of research interests and accomplishments, the position(s) for which you are applying (see list below), and the names and contact information of three references. Applications should be sent as a single PDF email attachment. Additional research information can be found at the website.

Qualifications:
Position 1. Biotemplating of Inorganic Nanostructures
The ideal applicant will have research expertise in at least three of the following areas: 1) solution-phase inorganic nanomaterials synthesis, 2) advanced nanomaterials or surface characterization techniques, 3) organic-templating of inorganic materials, 4) protein or
peptide science, and 5) experimental polymer physics techniques.
Position 2. Stem Cell-Biomaterial Interactions
The ideal applicant will have research expertise in at least three of the following areas: 1) stem cell culture maintenance, 2) in vitro analysis of cell-biomaterial interactions, 3) quantitative measurements of stem cell differentiation, 4) time lapse fluorescence or confocal imaging, and 5) use of molecular perturbations to disrupt cell receptor-ligand interactions or signal transduction pathways.
Position 3. Design of Protein-Engineered Biomaterials
The ideal applicant will have research expertise in at least three of the following areas: 1) recombinant DNA cloning, 2) recombinant protein expression and purification, 3) soft materials characterization techniques, 4) mammalian cell culture, and 5) in vivo biomaterials
analysis.
Position 4. Cellular Chemotaxis and Collective Cell Migration
The ideal applicant will have research expertise in at least three of the following areas: 1) design and modeling of microfluidic devices, 2) fabrication and validation of microfluidic devices, 3) mammalian cell culture, 4) analysis of cell migration, and 5) time lapse fluorescence or confocal imaging.

Deadline: 03-01-10
Contact:
Prof. Sarah Heilshorn
Stanford University
476 Lomita Mall Rm 246
Stanford, CA 94305
Phone: 650.723.3763
Fax: 650.498.5596
Email: heilshornlab@gmail.com

[USA] Graduate Science Reasearch Dissertation Fellowships 2010

The UNCF MERCK Science Initiative Program offers The Graduate Science Reasearch Dissertation Fellowships to African American Graduate Students fro the year 2010 in Virginia, USA
Awards up to $52,000. At least 12 dissertation fellowships will be awarded in 2010. Each fellowship provides up to a maximum of $52,000, which includes a Stipend of up to $42,000 for the Fellow and a Research Grant of up to $10,000 to support the research needs of the Fellow. The fellowship stipend is intended to cover from 12-24 months of fellowship tenure. A maximum of $30,000 in stipend may be received in any 12 month period. The Fellow must be engaged in and within 1-3 years of completing the dissertation research having successfully completed all qualifying exams. Each UNCF • Merck graduate Fellow will be mentored by a Merck scientist and will be expected to maintain regular contact with his/her mentor. Each Fellow will present a progress report of research work during the last half of the fellowship tenure. Each Fellow must also submit a two-page summary of their fellowship research to UNCF at the end of their fellowship tenure. UNCF must be notified upon receipt of the degree.
Eligibility:
To be considered for a UNCF • Merck Graduate Science Research Dissertation Fellowship, you must be:

• African American (Black)
• Enrolled full-time in a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree program majoring in a life or physical science. M.D./Ph.D. degree candidates are eligible
• Engaged in and within 1-3 years of completing dissertation research having successfully completed all qualifying exams
• A citizen or permanent resident of the United States A UNCF.

Application Procedure:

• To apply online please refer to http://applyonline.uncf.org/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=/applicant/SEI/ApplyOnline.aspx?ProgramId=%2081&ProgramId=%2081.
• The interested applicants must complete the online application form before the deadline expires.

Selection Criteria:
Merck Selection Committee consisting of educators and Merck scientists will select the awardees based on academic ability, record of accomplishment, and the soundness of the proposed doctoral research plan.
Application deadline: December 1, 2009
Source:
http://www.uncf.org/portal/Default.aspx?tabid=93

[USA] The Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships for the 2010/11

The Ford Foundation offers The Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships for the 2010/11 session to US Nationals or Citizens in USA
This year the program will award approximately 18 postdoctoral fellowships. The postdoctoral fellowships provide one year of support for individuals engaged in postdoctoral study after the attainment of the Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree. Postdoctoral fellowships will be awarded in a national competition administered by the National Research Council (NRC) on behalf of the Ford Foundation. The awards will be made to individuals who, in the judgment of the review panels, have demonstrated superior academic achievement, are committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level, show promise of future achievement as scholars and teachers, and are well prepared to use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students.
Eligibility:
In addition to the general eligibility requirements, eligibility to apply for a postdoctoral fellowship is limited to:

• All citizens or nationals of the United States regardless of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation (must have become a U.S. citizen by November 9, 2009),
• Individuals with evidence of superior academic achievement (such as grade point average, class rank, honors or other designations),
• Individuals committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level, and
• Individuals awarded a Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree no earlier than November 30, 2002 and no later than November 9, 2009 in an eligible research-based field from a U.S. educational institution.

Application Procedure:

• In order to be reviewed, the on-line application must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on November 9, 2009. Supplementary Materials must be received in the Fellowships Office by January 7, 2010. Items listed below in boldface are required.
• Prepare essays in advance and save each in a separate file so that you are prepared to upload these texts. Get feedback from advisers, mentors, and colleagues.
• Contact potential referees. Be certain that they agree to upload a letter of reference for you and that they can do so by the deadline of January 7, 2010. The on-line system will require you to provide an e-mail address for each referee.
• Make contact with your proposed host institution and host mentor.
• There are more resources for preparing your application. Go to the How to Apply page for more information.
• Be sure to confirm the minimum Supplementary Materials required to be submitted in support of your fellowship application and the deadline date for their receipt.

Application Deadline: November 9, 2009
Source:
http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/FordFellowships/PGA_047960

[USA] Coro Fellows Programs 2010/11

The Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs is a full-time, nine month, graduate-level experiential leadership training program for the year 2010/11 in USA
Coro introduces program participants to all aspects of the public affairs arena, preparing them to translate their ideals into action for improving their own communities and beyond. Coro Fellows learn to see the big picture – the community as a whole – and appreciate the varying perspectives that characterize our cities, states, and nation.
Eligibility:
The Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs is a full-time, nine month, graduate-level experiential leadership training program that prepares diverse, intelligent and committed individuals for effective and ethical leadership in the public affairs arena. Unconventional by traditional academic standards, the Fellows Program is rigorous and demanding, an unparalleled opportunity for personal and professional growth. The Fellows Program is offered in Los Angeles, New York, Pittsburgh, San Francisco and St. Louis.
Application Procedure:

• To be completed online:
  • Online Application form
  • Uploaded Essays (3)
  • Uploaded Resume.
• Signed Declaration on Applying
• Letters of recommendation (3)
• Official academic transcripts
• $75 application fee.

Application Deadline: January 22, 2010
Source:
http://www.coro.org/site/c.geJNIUOzErH/b.4667963/k.725D/Coro_Fellows_Program

[USA] Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity – University of South Florida

Candidates with expertise in such areas as media work with youth would be very welcome!

The Department of Anthropology at the University of South Florida is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow. The successful candidate will have research interests in the broad area of education and learning,
encompassing work with youth in informal and non-school settings (including museums), and community development efforts involving youth, whether in the U.S. or abroad. Candidates working in the application of archaeology or cultural heritage in educational settings are also encouraged to apply. The position will start January 2010, extending through July 2011.

Applicants must have the doctorate in hand by time of appointment, awarded no earlier than 2006 and no later than Dec. 1, 2009. Preference for the Ph.D. in Anthropology; candidates with degrees in other
disciplines should demonstrate their familiarity with anthropological approaches. The Fellow will teach two courses a year, one expected to be a graduate seminar related to her/his specialty, and will conduct her/his own research, collaborate with other faculty in the department, and work toward seeking external funding opportunities. We are especially interested in applicants who can contribute to USF’s current strategic initiatives, which include global literacy, interdisciplinary inquiry, and community engagement. In addition, the successful candidate will work with department faculty to develop cooperative projects with the USF College of Education and other departments.

The USF Department of Anthropology is a national leader in Applied Anthropology, and will give preference to candidates whose research has applied or policy potential. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the department’s website: http://anthropology.usf.edu/. In particular, we hope that applicants will find ways to complement (but not duplicate) work done in the Alliance for Applied Research in Anthropology and Education:
http://web3.cas.usf.edu/main/depts/ANT/AAREA/. Salary will be $45,000 annually (12-month appointment) and the fellow will be eligible to purchase health insurance at a competitive rate. Applications (due October 1) should include:

A complete CV, including teaching/research experience and other positions held
A letter of interest, outlining research and teaching interests
No more than one publication (if available)
Names and contact information of two references
Only electronic applications will be accepted, and should be emailed to
Dr. Rebecca Zarger, rzarger@cas.usf.edu.
S. Elizabeth Bird, Ph.D.
Professor: Department of Anthropology
SOC 107, University of South Florida
4202 E. Fowler Ave.
Tampa, FL 33620
Phone: 813 974 0802
Fax: 813 974 2668
Email: ebird @cas.usf.edu
Web page: http://anthropology.usf.edu/faculty/bird/

[USA] Scholarships for America’s Future Scientists and Engineers

Scholarships for America’s Future Scientists and Engineers
The DoD recognizes the need to support the education of America’s future scientists and engineers. The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is part of a concentrated effort to improve the flow of new, highly skilled technical labor into DoD facilities and agencies and to enhance the technical skills of the workforce already in place. SMART offers scholarships to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students who have demonstrated ability and special aptitude for excelling in STEM fields. Students are also provided opportunities to continue their research in civil service roles following graduation.
Through SMART, we are proud to offer our research leaders of tomorrow not only an education, but a career. SMART Scholars Receive:

• Cash award paid at a rate of $25,000 – $41,000 per year depending on prior educational experience
• Full tuition and related education expenses
• Health Insurance reimbursement allowance
• Book allowance
• Summer Internships (multi-year participants)
• Post-Graduation Career Opportunities

SMART Applicants
SMART Scholarships are awarded to applicants who are pursuing a degree in, or closely related to, one of the following Science,
Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines:

• Electrical Engineering
• Geosciences
• Industrial and Systems Engineering
  (Technical tracks only)
• Information Sciences
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Mathematics
• Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
• Biosciences
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Cognitive, Neural, and Behavioral Sciences
• Computer and Computational Sciences
• Mechanical Engineering
• Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
• Nuclear Engineering
• Oceanography
• Operations Research (Technical tracks only)
• Physics

Employment Placement
Upon graduation, SMART award recipients are placed in civilian jobs in DoD laboratories and agencies. The post-degree service
commitment is commensurate with the length of the scholarship award. Please see program website for additional details.
Award Benefits
In addition to paying tuition and other educational expenses, SMART Participants receive a generous cash award and
health insurance allowance. Cash awards are paid at a rate of $25,000 – $41,000 per year depending on prior educational experience.
Internships
SMART Scholarships include summer internships. Internships are located at DoD facilities and include a
stipend to cover travel expenses.
Eligibility
The SMART Scholarship for Service Program is open onlyto citizens of the United States. Persons who hold permanent
resident status are not eligible. Proof of citizenship is required. Students must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible. Applicants for undergraduate awards must be currently enrolled in a U.S. college or university. Awardees must be eligible to receive and hold a security clearance.Please see the program website for details about the security clearance process.
Contact
Contact the SMART Program below for
more information and to apply.
smart@asee.org
http://www.asee.org/smart
Application Guidelines
The application submission window is from mid-August to mid-December.Award notification occurs each spring. For more information and to apply visithttp://www.asee.org/smar

[USA] The California Pre-Doctoral Program

The California Pre-Doctoral Program is designed to increase the pool of potential faculty by supporting the doctoral aspirations of California State University (CSU) students who have experienced economic and educational disadvantages. The program places a special emphasis on increasing the number of CSU students who enter doctoral programs at one of the University of California (UC) institutions.
Announcements and application forms for the program are circulated each year in early December through the office of each campus Pre-Doctoral Program Coordinator – see List of CSU Pre-Doctoral Program Campus Coordinator. Eligibility is limited to junior, senior and graduate students that are enrolled in a degree-seeking program at any one of the CSU campuses at the time of application. Applicants must also be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
As part of the application process, applicants must work closely with a home campus CSU faculty sponsor to develop an overall plan leading ultimately to enrollment in a doctoral program. This plan is tailored to the applicant’s specific goals and educational objectives. Activities specified in the plan are undertaken during the award year (quarter or semester academic calendar).
Applications are due to the CSU Office of the Chancellor in early April each year – see application for due date. However, they must be submitted to the applicant’s campus Pre-Doctoral Program Coordinator, and not directly to the Office of the Chancellor. The applications are reviewed each May by faculty and administrators from throughout the CSU and UC systems who are experts in the disciplines in which they read. These reviewers forward their recommendations of the top scholars to the California Pre-Doctoral Program Advisory Board who confirms the selections by mid June.

The award year begins July 1 and ends June 30 of the following year. This period does not include the optional eight to ten week Summer Research Internship Program that takes place during the summer following the award.
This is a one-time award. Current or former Pre-Doctoral Scholars are not eligible to reapply.

• What the California Pre-Doctoral Program Offers
• Summer Research Opportunities for Pre-Doctoral Scholars
• The 2010-2011 Pre-Doctoral Application
• Chancellor’s Doctoral Incentive Program (CDIP)

Contact:
Sara Zaragoza
(562) 951-4775 Technical Contact:
webmaster@calstate.edu
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[UK] Charles Pick Fellowship- University of East Anglia

The Charles Pick Fellowship seeks to give support to the work of a new and, as yet, unpublished writer of fictional or non-fictional prose.
Its purpose is to give promising writers time to devote to the development of his/her talents. The Fellowship is for six months. The award is £10,000.

Applicants for the Fellowship must be writers of fictional or non-fictional prose in English who have not yet published a book (please note that for the purposes of this Fellowship non-fiction prose includes, for example, biography, memoir and travel writing, but not critical or historical monographs based on academic research).
Applicants can be writers of any age and any nationality. The successful candidate will be selected by a distinguished panel of writers.
There will be no interviews, and candidates will be judged on the quality and promise of their writing and the project they describe, and the strength of their referee’s report.
The Fellow will be a member of the School of Literature and Creative Writing and will be required to reside at the University of East Anglia, Norwich, United Kingdom.
Shared office space and computer facilities will be made available for the Fellow in the School of Literature and Creative Writing. During the residential period, The Fellow will be required to submit written work to a nominated mentor and take part in Creative Writing Research Seminars.
No teaching duties attach to the Fellowship.
Deadline for applications January 31.
Further details; 
charlespickfellowship@uea.ac.uk
Charles Pick Fellowship
website
www.uea.ac.uk/eas/fellowships/pick.shtml

[UEA] Teacher Scholarship Award

The Teacher Scholarship Award is open to teachers from all nationalities teaching in one of the schools in Ras Al Khaimah. It provides funding for either a PhD degree, Master’s degree, short courses for 1 – 3 months durations or, an in-school research project.
OBJECTIVES

• Contribute to the overall development of the educational sector in RAK
• Improve the status of teachers and increase more interest in the profession
• Provide an opportunity for distinguished teachers to improve their skills and knowledge
• Enable schools to recruit and retain high quality teachers

ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for the award, the teacher candidate should posses the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized tertiary institution
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience
• Committed to stay in Ras Al Khaimah and further contribute to the educational development through putting into practice their new skills and knowledge acquired
• Have a clear idea how their Scholarship will benefit the educational sector in RAK

APPLICATION SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
PhD Degree, Master’s Degree, and Short-term Course
Applicants are fully responsible for securing their own acceptance from an accredited university or institution in the UAE or abroad for their chosen qualification. These qualifications are expected to be conducted with the on-going teaching profession at the school, and making use of the school holidays as necessary and therefore may include on-line and hybrid courses. That is, the teacher will maintain a teaching commitment to the school throughout the course.
I. Applicants should submit the following documentation electronically:

• A statement of no more than 1,500 words on how you will benefit professionally and how the school will benefit in terms of the improved quality of teaching, learning and educational programs
• A brief statement of no more than 500 words on how you will balance the course requirements with your on-going professional commitments at the school
• Curriculum Vitae
• Two letters of recommendation; one should be from your department head or school principal
• A copy of the letter of acceptance from an accredited university or institution for the chosen qualification
• Copies of your tertiary education certificates and transcripts
• Proposed budget with line items

II. Complete the on-line application form
Benefits
The award will fund the candidate’s tuition fees for the entailed program of study. Additional funding will be available for accommodation, in-country transportation, books and resources and other items as required.
Research Project
I. Applicants should submit the following:

• Preliminary proposal which should not be longer than 1500 words and should include:
  • Description of research project and key research question
  • Summary of the research project’s overall goal in terms of the new knowledge that the research is set to achieve
  • Summary of research methodologies, instruments and analysis to be used
• Brief explanation of how the proposed research will be of practical benefit to the RAK educational sector and your own school in particular. A statement of no more than 500 words on why you would make a successful candidate for the award
.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Two letters of recommendation; one should be from your department head or school principal.
• Copies of your tertiary education certificates and transcripts, as well as copies of transcripts of current degree acquired to date.
• Proposed budget with line items.

II. Complete the on-line application form
Benefits
The award will fund the candidate for up to one year to conduct the research according to the proposed budget.
REVIEW, SELECTION PROCESS AND CONDITIONS
First Selection stage:
Applications and documents submitted on-line will be reviewed by an internal committee and recommended accordingly. Based on the eligibility criteria, application form and documents, the internal committee will recommend candidates for an interview.
Second Selection Stage:
If you are successful in the first selection stage, you will be invited to an interview for the second stage of the selection process.
Conditions:
Should you be successful at the second selection stage, prior to receiving the award, you will be requested to sign a written commitment to return and work in Ras Al Khaimah for 2 years upon completion of the PhD or Master’s degree and 1 year upon completion of a short course or research project.

APPLICATION TIMELINES
Deadline for submission : 31 December 2009
Interviews : February 2010
Processing of awards : March 2010
Preliminary proposals will be reviewed by an internal committee and recommended accordingly. Applicants will be informed on the status of preliminary proposal within 4 – 7 weeks of submission where applicants then may be requested to submit a full proposal. Upon request for a full proposal, the applicant will be given a specific deadline for submitting.
Contact:
For any related inquiries or further information about The Scholarships, do get in touch with us at the contact details listed below:
Tel: +971 7 2277888
Fax: +971 7 2277887
Email: alqasimifoundation@gmail.com
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