22 Ph.D. Positions are available in the following scientific work areas: Neurobiology of Cells and Networks, Modelling of Neural Systems, Neuromorphic Hardware, Neuro-Electronic Interfaces, Computational Principles in Neural Architectures, Mechanisms of Learning and Plasticity.
This ‘Marie-Curie Initial Training Network’ (funded by the EU) involves 15 groups at European Research Universities, Research Centers and Industrial Partners in 6 countries.
Ph.D. students will participate in an exciting research programme and will receive a strongly interdisciplinary training in all scientific areas involved as well as in additional skills (planned training workshops). The program also includes extended stays in several partner laboratories (about 4 months in 2-3 different locations). Ph.D. degrees will be awarded by the universities of the partner groups. Each position is funded for up to 3 years.
Requirements
Applicants with an excellent degree (Master of Science, Diploma, earned since September 2005) in Biology, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematics and the strong wish to actively contribute to an interdisciplinary research activity are invited to apply.
Deadline
The application deadline is 20 August 2009 and the work should start between October 2009 and July 2010
Application
For details go to:
http://facets.kip.uni-heidelberg.de/ITN/
Source http://facets.kip.uni-heidelberg.de/ITN/
Zeitraum Funding will be available starting March 2010
Doctoral students receive financial support for a period of 3 years
PhD position Arbeitsbereich Earth System Modelling http://www.earthsystemschool.mpg.de/ Projektbeschreibung The International Max Planck Research School on Earth System Modelling (IMPRS-ESM), located in Hamburg, Germany, offers fellowships to outstanding students interested in interdisciplinary climate research.Emphasizing the physical system, the School also comprises institutions and scientists from the broader field of Earth sciences, including economics and social sciences. The IMPRS-ESM strives to attract a diversity of talented men and women from all nationalities to research in the Earth system sciences. Tätigkeitsbeschreibung Our doctoral students contribute to the understanding of the Earth system through the application, evaluation and development of a spectrum of Earth system models at different levels of complexity and spatial and temporal scales. Anforderungen
Eligibility
The PhD program is open to applicants holding a German Diplom degree or the equivalent (e.g., Masters degree with written thesis) in physics, geophysical sciences (incl. meteorology and oceanography), chemistry, ecology, mathematics, computer science, engineering, economics, or political science. Vergütung PhD Contract or Stipend Bewerbung
Application
To apply please register online (http://www.earthsystemschool.de/
application.html) and then submit all of the requested application documents.
Deadline
Online registration closes September 8, 2009. Application deadline is September 15, 2009. The selection procedure includes an interview. Please refer to our website: (http://www.earthsystemschool.de/
application.html) The IMPRS-ESM strives to attract a diversity of talented men and women from all nationalities to research in the Earth system sciences. Kontakt IMPRS-ESM Dr. Antje Weitz Bundesstr. 53 20146 Hamburg E-Mail: office.imprs@zmaw.de Weitere Informationen Webseite zum Stellenangebot http://www.earthsystemschool.mpg.de/Application.html Website des Instituts www.mpimet.mpg.de
Source http://www.earthsystemschool.mpg.de/
PhD Student Position, Study mechanisms of integrin regulation in endothelial cells, Germany
A PhD-student position is available to study mechanisms of integrin regulation in endothelial cells and their role for angiogenesis.
We offer an international competitive, inspiring and open academic environment with excellent technical equipment. Applications of students from all countries are welcome.
Qualifications:
Candidates should have a Diploma (PhD–student) in biology or biochemistry and strong experience in standard molecular and cell biology techniques, in biochemistry and in state-of-the-art imaging technologies.
Candidates should have an excellent command of English, good team working skills and enthusiasm.
Salary/Funding:
Funding is available for 3 years and is provided by the Collaborative Research Center “Vascular differentiation and remodelling” (SFB/TR23, www.transregio23.info).
Application Details:
Candidates should send their application (including a CV, a letter of motivation and references)preferably via e-mail to Dr. Emmanouil Chavakis, Principal Investigator, Institute of Cardiovascular Regeneration and III. Department of Internal Medicine, Theodor-Stern-Kai Str. 7, HS25, 60590 Frankfurt a. Main, Germany, email: chavakis-at-em.uni-frankfurt.de
Scholarship Introduction:
Scholarship for Postgraduate Courses for Professionals with Relevance to Developing Countries 2010/2011 Germany
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is granting scholarships for academic year 2010/2011 to lecturers and graduate students to study in Master Degree and Doctoral Degree in various fields.
Eligibility for Scholarship:
1. Applicant must hold a Bachelor Degree or a Master Degree
2. Applicant must have at least 2 years of related professional experience
3. Applicant must not be older than 32-36 years old (depending on the field of study)
4. Applicant must not be a recipient of another scholarship
How to apply:
1. Application form
2. Hand-signed CV (in europass form)
3. Hand-signed letter of motivation
4. Research proposal (if required by University)
5. Academic letter/s of recommendation from applicant’s university; the letter must have a signature and official stamp and must be of recent date (not in a sealed envelope)
6. Professional letter/s of recommendation from applicant’s employer; the letter must have a signature and official stamp and must be of recent date (not in a sealed envelope)
7. Confirmation of employment from the employer in applicant’s home country, and if possible, a guarantee of re-employment upon applicant’s return home
8. Proof of language abilities: English – TOEFL or IELTS (Note: Institutional TOEFL will not be accepted); German – if available
9. Certified copies of academic transcripts
10. Certified copies of awarded academic degrees
11. Certified copy of School Leaving Certificate
Application form for Scholarship:
http://www.inter.chula.ac.th/
Important Dates:
Please submit application documents by 31st August 2009.
Source:
http://www.eng.chula.ac.th/?q=en/node/528