Doctoral courses in Denmark, Fall 2010

Doctoral courses in Denmark, Fall 2010
The Danish National Doctoral School offers eight international ph.d. courses in the fall of 2010. For further information about the courses, please consult www.fmkj.dk. (menu item: KURSER). Some application deadlines are imminent.

Participation in the courses is free of charge for participating ph.d. students. You will have to pay your own travel and accommodation costs, and a fee will be charged to cover meals, coffee during intervals, texts, etc. during the course.

· *Organizational Communication - between functionalism and interpretivism – with Cynthia Stohl*. 15-17 September 2010, Aarhus School of Business.

· *Emotions, Media and Crime*. Aarhus University, September 29 - October 1, 2010.

· *Media, citizenship, social movements, and processes of democratization*, 4-6 October 2010, Aarhus University.

· *Games Research and Ethics: Current Issues, Possible Resolutions / with Charles Ess*. 25-26 October, Aarhus University.

· *New Media, New Theories, New Methods. Cross media analysis, web sphere analysis, network analysis*. Ph.d. course organized by NordForsk and FMKJ. 14-17 November, Aarhus University.

· *Challenging genres – genre challenges. Transformations of genre in the contemporary media landscape*, November 17-19, 2010, The University of Copenhagen.

· *The sociology of journalism – traditions and new perspectives. Masterclass with Gaye Tuchman*. University of Copenhagen 17-18 November 2010. A co-event of FMKJ and the NordForsk Journalism Network

· *Gaming and Gameness. Relating Avatars, Bodies, Perceptions, Actions, Virtualities, and Materialities in Computer Games*. 22-24 November, Sandbjerg Gods/Aarhus University.

Kim Christian Schrøder
Professor, Department of Communication
Roskilde University, Building 43.3
Universitetsvej 1, DK-4000 Roskilde, Denmark
Direct line: (+45) 46 74 38 08, telefax: (+45) 46 74 30 75
Email: kimsc@ruc.dk ,
www.ruc.dk/komm/Ansatte/vip/kimsc/

Postdoc and Junior-researcher Positions in Semantic Search, Linked Data, and Adaptive Web

Postdoc and Junior-researcher Positions in Semantic Search, Linked Data, and Adaptive Web
The Web Information Systems group in TU Delft (Delft University of Technology, the Netherlands) concentrates in its research on large-scale information systems, specifically information systems that involve Web and Semantic Web technology. Main topics in the group's research activities are:

- engineering and science of the adaptive web, including semantics-based adaptation and personalization,
- semantic search and retrieval,
- semantic integration and linked data.

The objective is the development of and experimentation with techniques for semantic search, creation and use of linked data, and adaptive web applications. Candidates should have a solid background in Computer Science or related disciplines and be interested in Web and Semantic Web technology.

They should have good communicative skills in English, both in speaking and in writing, and candidates are expected to realize research ideas in terms of software tools. Applications are invited for Postdoc positions as well as Junior-researcher positions on one or more of the above topics. The group offers the chance to perform high-quality and cutting-edge research in an international environment. Successful candidates will work in European and/or national projects, in close collaboration with the members of the WIS group.

The position of postdoc is available for a period of 1 year with the possibility to extend, depending on the fit with specific projects. The postdoc candidate should have a relevant background and experience in the field, demonstrated by a PhD and publications, and is expected to help lead junior-researchers, PhD-students and MSc-students perform their research.

Postdoc candidates will have the opportunity to perform independent research on the topics of the group, which qualifies them for an academic career and allows them to establish themselves as an independent researcher in the research community.

The position of junior-researcher is available for candidates with a relevante MSc-degree for a period of at least 6 months, preferably 1 year. The junior-researcher candidate should have a relevant background in research and software development, with an MSc in Computer Science or related disciplines, and is expected to assist in the group's research mainly in tool development. Junior-researcher candidates will receive guidance and support in developing the necessary skills to produce high-quality research necessary to earn a PhD degree: depending on the performance and the fit with projects, a junior-researcher candidate could become a PhD-student in the group.

Candidates can express their interest by sending an email with a CV, a motivation letter indicating also the group's topics they are most interested in, as well as copy of their MSc/PhD thesis (as pdf) to prof.dr.ir. Geert-Jan Houben at wis@ewi.tudelft. nl (mentioning the subject "PositionsJune2010" . More information can be found at wis.ewi.tudelft. nl. The deadline for applications is July 10th, but applications will be processed as they are received.

Commonwealth Scholarships in South Africa

Students from a developing country in the Commonwealth who meet the entrance requirements for postgraduate study at the respective institutions are eligible to apply for Commonwealth Scholarships in South Africa.

Each institution (listed below) has its own application and selection procedure and it is imperative for interested applicants to contact the institutions directly for more information.

The following institutions are offering scholarships under the auspices of the Commonwealth Scholarship & Fellowship Scheme:


Rhodes University (www.ru.ac.za) Masters degree study in any field of study – Humanities, Science, Commerce, Education, Pharmacy & Law Applicants should submit a full CV and Academic record (verified) to pgfinaid-admin@ru.ac.za by 15 October. Please contact John Gillam at telephone number +27 46 6038179 or email j.p.gillam[at]ru.ac.z for any enquiries and further information.
University of Johannesburg (www.uj.ac.za) 2 PhD Fellowships & 1 Postdoctoral Fellowship Please contact Ms Nandarani Maistry at the University of Johannesburg on telephone number +27 11 559 6383 or email nmaistry[at]uj.ac.za for information on the application process and closing date.
University of Pretoria (www.up.ac.za) 2 PhD Scholarships & 1 Postdoctoral Scholarship.Click here for full details on the PhD Scholarships and Click here for full details on the Postdoctoral Scholarship. Please note that the application deadline is 14 January.
Tshwane University of Technology (www.tut.ac.za): Contact Dilla Wright at telephone number +27 12 382 5154 or email wrightd[at]tut.ac.za.
University of Cape Town (www.uct.ac.za) Postgraduate studies
University of KwaZulu Natal (www.ukzn.ac.za) Postgraduate studies.
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Japanese Fellowship Programs 2010 in Humanities and Social Sciences

In order to promote Japanese Studies, this program provides support to outstanding scholars in the field by offering the opportunity to conduct research in Japan.

Fellowship Programs

Scholars and Researchers (Long-Term) (2-12 months): Scholars and researchers in the humanities or social sciences.
Scholars and Researchers (Short-Term) (21-59 days): Scholars and researchers in the humanities and social sciences who need to conduct intensive research in Japan.
Doctoral Candidates (4-12 months): Doctoral candidates in the humanities or social sciences.
The application deadline is Monday, November 1, 2010.

Source:

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Joint Japan-World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program for Masters in Infrastructure Management, Yokohama National University

Since 1995 Yokohama National University has been providing prominent mid-career engineering professionals with chances to study infrastructure management under its inter-faculty Master’s Degree Program in Infrastructure Management (IMP) funded by the Japanese Government and administered by the World Bank Institute. Fifty-three scholars have already graduated and have been actively working in their countries with their full knowledge and experience gained in Japan.

Infrastructure plays an important role in economic growth, improving social welfare and equitable distribution of income among people and regions. Appropriate infrastructure management is crucial to fully utilize expensive infrastructure for the above objectives. Yokohama is one of the most suitable places to study such subject because the development of the city itself shows the evidence of the importance of infrastructure development and its appropriate management.

IMP is an interdisciplinary program jointly organized by graduate schools of law, economics, business administration, engineering and environment. Stress is placed on management rather than engineering. The program offers lectures in the fields of engineering, environment, economics, management and law, together with practical Japanese, mathematics, computer techniques and other basic subjects in the first year. During the second year, students engage in internship programs related to their areas of studies. Finally students submit thesis, which is a requirement for the completion of the Master’s program. Presently students are from Africa, Asia and Europe. Mid-career engineering professionals who have active role in their country’s development in the World Bank developing member countries are eligible to apply for IMP.

You are encouraged to apply for IMP if you intend to build bridges to the future in your countries. We look forward to seeing you in Yokohama.

For detail information regarding application, please visit :

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Contact Adress: Infrastructure Management Program,　Yokohama National University

Contact Email: infra@ynu.ac.jp

Application Deadline : 13 August 2010

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Linfield College Undergraduate Scholarship for International Students

Linfield College welcomes full-time international students seeking a four-year Bachelor’s degree. For non-native speakers of English, a TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT) is required for entry directly into the regular academic programs and students are evaluated in a number of areas which commonly indicate academic potential. These include academic performance in secondary schools, writing samples, and letter of recommendation. Because participation in non-academic activities is important at Linfield, the depth and quality of an applicant’s involvement in community and school activities is also evaluated.

Application Deadlines – International
While the following dates are priority application deadlines, Linfield College will make every effort to accommodate applications beyond these dates.

Fall Entry Spring Entry
Begin accepting application materials September 1 September 1
Priority application deadline April 15 November 1
Admission and financial aid notification May 15 December 15
$2000 Enrollment Deposit date (A Certification of Eligibility I-20 will be issued after the receipt of the enrollment deposit) June 1 January 15
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Germany:Ph.D. Studentship-Molecular Cancer Biology

The Department of Internal Medicine III (Hematology, Oncology, Rheumatology, and Infectious Diseases) at the University Medical Center Ulm offers a highly interactive and collaborative scientific environment with a strong focus on translational oncology research. Among the positions available is a Ph.D. studentship in the laboratory of Dr. Claudia Scholl and Dr. Stefan Fröhling (http://ping.fm/LuXiI).

The Department of Internal Medicine III invites applications for a

Ph.D. Studentship – Molecular Cancer Biology

initially limited for 2 years. There is a possibility of an employment extension subsequently. The vacancy can be filled immediately. The integration of the successful applicant into the International Graduate School in Molecular Medicine Ulm (http://ping.fm/Eh4Ie) is possible.

Research projects will include:
- The characterization of the mechanism(s) underlying the recently discovered synthetic lethal relationship between transforming KRAS mutations and suppression of STK33 in a broad spectrum of human cancers (Scholl, Fröhling et al. Cell 137:821-834, 2009).
- The identification of novel markers of STK33 activity that can be used for the assessment of small-molecule modulation of STK33 function.
- The development of targeted therapies based on insight into disease pathogenesis.

Your personal profile:
- We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a strong interest in cancer biology to join a research group interested in the molecular pathogenesis of hematopoietic and epithelial malignancies.
- Applicants should hold a degree in biology, biochemistry, genetics, or a related field and have strong laboratory and analytical skills.
- Experience in molecular biology, cancer genetics, functional genetic approaches, or protein biochemistry is preferred.

Full applications, including curriculum vitae, a summary of current and future research interests, expected availability date, a description of past research experiences and accomplishments, and two references, should be submitted to claudia.scholl@uniklinik-ulm.de or the mailing address below.

Dr. Claudia Scholl
University Medical Center Ulm
Department of Internal Medicine III
Albert-Einstein-Allee 23
89081 Ulm, Germany

Closing date for applications: 30th June 2010

The University Medical Center Ulm aims at increasing the proportion of women and therefore encourages qualified female scientists to submit their applications.

In general, full-time positions are divisible.

Handicapped people, especially handicapped women, with equal qualifications will be employed and trained preferentially.
Employment takes place through the administration department of the University Medical Center Ulm in the name and on behalf of the federal state of Baden-Württemberg.
Application Deadline : 30 June 2010

Germany : Phd Scholarship Position in Geomicrobiology

The research group for Geomicrobiology at the Institute for Geosciences at the University of Tuebingen is looking for a PhD student working for 3 years on

‘Magnetite formation by Fe(II)-oxidizing and Fe(III)-reducing bacteria’

Project:
Iron is one of the major redox elements in the Earth crust and can be reduced and oxidized by bacteria. During these redox reactions, Fe minerals are dissolved, transformed or formed. Magnetite (Fe3O4) is a magnetic Fe(II)-Fe(III)-mineral and can be formed both by microbial Fe(II) oxidation and Fe(III) reduction. Since microbial activities (including microbial iron mineral formation) are strongly influenced by the presence of contaminants, it was suggested that magnetic properties can be used to delineate anthropogenic contamination accumulating in soil and sediments. Magnetic proxy screening may therefore serve as a fast and cost-effective, qualitative or semi-quantitative, tool for initial site characterization and for repeated measurements to observe the evolution of pollution (monitoring). However, the mechanisms and conditions controlling the reductive and oxidative formation and transformation of magnetic minerals (mainly magnetite) are not known in detail but need to !
be understood in order to apply magnetic measurements for assessment of environmental contamination.

The proposed interdisciplinary research project will be done in close collaboration with the research group for Geophysics at the University of Tübingen and aims at identifying the conditions under which magnetite is formed and transformed using field studies and laboratory experiments. Geochemical analyses (e.g. by wet-chemistry and chromatography), mineralogical studies (e.g. XRD, Mössbauer spectroscopy, magnetic measurements) and microbiological approaches (cultivation dependent and independent techniques including molecular ecological analyses based on DNA/RNA techniques) will be used to study sediments collected at a former military base. The redox conditions, iron mineralogy, and magnetic properties will be determined at the field site. Aerobic and anaerobic Fe(II)-oxidizing as well as Fe(III)-reducing bacteria will be localized, quantified, isolated and identified and iron mineral (in particular magnetite) formation by the isolated strains will be determined.

We offer a PhD position in an interdisciplinary, international, young and dynamic team of microbiologists, geochemists and environmental geoscientists. This position provides an opportunity to bring in the candidate’s own creativity and self-responsibility. Not only will you learn and apply various lab techniques, but you will also practice and improve your ability to discuss and present problems and results in a friendly atmosphere.

You should have a background in environmental sciences, (geo-)chemistry or microbiology and like working in a team in an interdisciplinary field. Applicants should have good communication skills and be highly motivated and committed to pursuing interdisciplinary research particularly focusing on environmental issues. Good computer and language skills (English) are advantageous. The studentship will be funded by the University of Tuebingen at TVL E13 (50%). The start date is October 2010 or as soon as possible thereafter. The employment will be arranged by the administration of the University of Tuebingen. We particularly encourage female applicants to apply for this position. Disabled persons will be preferred in case of equal qualification.

Please send your application by email before August 31st (2010) to:
Prof. Andreas Kappler, University of Tuebingen, andreas.kappler@uni-tuebingen.de
Phone: 07071-2974992; www.ifg.uni-tuebingen.de/departments/zag/geomicrobiology.
Application Deadline : 31 August 2010

Sweden:PhD student in Target Tracking Using Airborne Sensors

Target tracking is a major function in any sensor system measuring moving objects. The input consists of target observations. These observations originate from various kinds of sensor systems such as radar, transponder systems, TV, IR, sonar, and acoustic sensors. The result of the tracking algorithm is a surveillance picture describing the covered volume by multitude of objects and their character, such as movement and type of object. The surveillance picture is further used by the user of the system or automatic functions. In particular, the tracking algorithm plays an important role for data enhancement and compilation. This is due to the fact that sensor data never are perfect. The task is an intricate and elaborate process. The success of this process depends strongly on the used algorithms, and a good result gives more useful systems with a more accurate performance.
The Ph.D. student will be employed at the Department of Signals and Systems at Chalmers. The employment is normally for 5 years, and involves about 60% own research, 20% courses and 20% teaching duties. The department has teaching both in Swedish and English.
Job description
The Ph.D. project concerns analysis and development of new algorithms for target tracking in complicated environments, involving multiple targets and uncertain measurements due to partial occlusion, heavy clutter, etc. The project is a collaboration between the Signal Processing Group at Chalmers University of Technology, Saab Electronic Defence Systems, and Saab Bofors Dynamics, and it is sponsored by Vinnova and Swedish industry under the program NFFP 5.
Required qualifications
A suitable background is a M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation, Engineering Physics or similar. A strong background in Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics and Signal Processing is an advantage. Due to the nature of the project, a Swedish citizenship is required.
Application procedure
The application shall be written in English and include the following items:
An application of a maximum of one A4 page containing your specific qualifications for the position
Attested copies of education certificates, including grade reports and other documents
Curriculum Vitae
Letters of recommendation and name of reference persons (optional)
The application shall be sent electronically as pdf or zipped documents. Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.
If any material is not available electronically or cannot be transferred to pdf format, the material can be sent as a hard copy to Registrar. The applicants name and the reference number (2010/169) must be written on the first page of the application.
Address:
Registrar
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg
Sweden
Further information
For more information, contact
Prof. Mats Viberg +46 31 772 1773, viberg@chalmers.se
Dr. Lennart Svensson +46 31 772 1777, lennart.svensson@chalmers.se
Union representatives

SACO Jan Lindér
ST Marie Wenander
SEKO Ralf Berndtsson
Call +46 31 772 10 00, Chalmers switchboard
Click here to Apply
Application Deadline : 7 July 2010

Sweden : PhD student position in New Nano-Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering

We are seeking a PhD candidate for EU-funded (EuroNanoMed) research program EAREG that aims at auricle (ear) reconstruction using nano-cellulose scaffold combined with human chondrocytes and stem cells. The project is truly interdisciplinary since it combines engineering investigation, such as bioimaging and biomechanics, material science expertise, biotechnology and cell biology.
The research will be performed at the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Biopolymer technology research group at BBV Laboratory which is situated at Biotech Center. The research group carries out several projects aiming to develop new polysaccharide based materials for new biomaterial applications. Several projects focus on engineering of structure of nano-cellulosic materials for use as implants, scaffolds for tissue engineering and organ regeneration. The research group works in close international collaboration with surgeons, cell and molecular biologists and biomechanical engineers. The group offers stimulating research and innovation environment.
Job description
Our goal in this EU program is to develop and evaluate a pre-clinical therapy for auricle reconstruction, and introduce this novel therapy to the clinic. The primarily focus will be on auricle regeneration, however, the methods and results developed here will also be applicable in the regeneration of nose, trachea, spine and articular joints.
The position involves design and fabrication of 3D auricle scaffolds based on nano-cellulose with precise control of porosity. The candidate will closely collaborate with Bioimaging and Biomechanics group at ETH in Switzerland and University Hospital in Ulm, Germany. The PhD candidate will need to learn how to transform radiology images into 3D models and design bioreactor to produce scaffold with well defined architecture. The scaffolds with different porosities will be evaluated with regards to connectivity, cell interactions and biomechanics. PhD candidate will collaborate with other partners of the program to design and fabricate the scaffold with optimal performance to become together with human cells auricle replacement. The position is centered at the interdisciplinary interface of biomedical engineering, biotechnology and materials science and technology.
Required qualifications
A suitable background for candidate is a M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology or Chemical Engineering with strong interest in experimental biomaterials science and engineering.
Application procedure
The application shall be written in English and include the following items:
An application of a maximum of one A4 page containing your specific qualifications for the position
Attested copies of education certificates, including grade reports and other documents
Curriculum Vitae
Letters of recommendation and name of reference persons (optional)
The application shall be sent electronically as pdf or zipped documents. Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.
If any material is not available electronically or cannot be transferred to pdf format, the material can be sent as a hard copy to Registrar. The applicants name and the reference number (2010/142) must be written on the first page of the application.
Address:
Registrar
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg
Sweden
Further information
For further information concerning this project contact: Professor Paul Gatenholm
Phone: +46 (0)31-772 34 07, Email: paul.gatenholm@chalmers.se
Union representatives
SACO: Jan Lindér
ST: Marie Wenander
SEKO: Johan Persson
All reachable via Chalmers exchange: +46 31 772 10 00
Apply Here
Application Deadline : 30 June 2010