Postdoctoral Research Assistant Position at Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford

2011-Postdoctoral Research Assistant in the field of Mathematical Modelling of Electrochemistry and Mechanics of Batteries and Solar Cells at University of Oxford in UK
Study Subject:Mathematical Modelling of Electrochemistry and Mechanics of Batteries and Solar Cells
Employer: EPSRC
Level:Postdoctoral
Scholarship Description:We invite applications for an EPSRC funded postdoctoral research position to work on the project “Mathematical analysis of nanostructured electrochemical systems for lithium batteries and solar cells” with Professors Jon Chapman and Alain Goriely in OCIAM. This is a 30 month fixed term position and is available from 1 August 2011 or soon thereafter.You will work on deriving partial differential equation models for the electrochemical and mechanical behaviour in a lithium battery and in dye sensitised solar cells and analysing these models both numerically and analytically. You will work closely with faculty at Oxford University where activity will concentrate on the mechanical properties of materials used in lithium batteries. This project is part of a larger initiative in the Mathematics Department related to energy.
The successful candidate will be expected to have a PhD awarded, or a Masters degree and PhD submitted, at the time of taking up the post in mathematics or a related discipline and a good record of research in mathematical modelling. This interdisciplinary research project requires you to be able to work as part of a team and have strong written, verbal, and presentational skills.
Applicants should read the job description document before writing their application. You will be required to upload a supporting statement setting out how you meet the selection criteria, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, details of teaching experience, a statement of research interests, and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application.
Scholarship Application Deadline:11 May
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PhD Studentship in Molecular Interactions between Butterfly Wings Patterning at University of Exeter

BBSRC Funded PhD Studentship in Molecular Interactions between Butterfly Wings Patterning at University of Exeter, UK
Study Subject: Molecular Interactions between Butterfly Wings Patterning
Employer: University of Exeter
Level: Undergraduate
Scholarship Description: We are inviting applications for this BBSRC-funded PhD studentship to commence October 2011. The studentship will cover UK/EU tuition fees plus an annual Research Council maintenance grant (in 2011/12 this will be £13,590) for three years. This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding. Studentships will be awarded on the basis of merit.
The successful applicant will benefit from working within a lively research environment within Biosciences (Cornwall Campus, near Falmouth) at the College of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Exeter. The supervisor for this studentship will be Professor Richard ffrench-Constant. Wing patterns in heliconius butterflies are controlled by one to six genes, depending on the species. The red forewing band in some species is initiated by the transcription factor optix which triggers scale cell development and colouring. This project will look for the binding partners of optix (Groucho and optix binding protein) and test the hypothesis that these are encoded at the other wing patterning loci. Thus forming a gene network for patterning. The student will work in a one to one relationship with a postdoctoral fellow and will share tools and resources. The student will gain experience in a range of techniques including yeast two hybrid screening, immunoprecipitation and immunocytochemistry.
Eligibility: A strong first degree (at least an Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent) in a relevant subject. You will only be eligible for the full stipend of £13,590pa if you are from the UK or EU and have been resident in the UK or EU for a minimum of three years prior to application.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 May 2011.
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Tiraspol State University's blog: Full-time PhD Studentship, Department of Life Sciences, The Open University

Tiraspol State University's blog: Full-time PhD Studentship, Department of Life Sciences, The Open University

Full-time PhD Studentship, Department of Life Sciences, The Open University

2011 PhD Studentship funded by OU and TAP Biosystems in the field of Life Sciences at Open University Business School in UK

Study Subject: Life Sciences
Employer:OU and TAP Biosystems
Level:PhD
Scholarship Description:This project aims to develop unique CNS tissue models and then use them to address specific neuroscience questions. It is funded jointly by the OU and TAP Biosystems and will involve an innovative platform technology (RAFT™) for the generation of complex 3D model tissues. These will be used to monitor the responses of neurons and glia to simulated damage, and to test the effectiveness of this novel approach as a screening technology for potential neuroprotective therapies.

Developing this exciting new technology and applying it to neuroscience research will involve close collaboration between scientists and engineers in academia and industry. The multi-disciplinary project will be based in the well-equipped biomedical research laboratories at the OU in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, in collaboration with TAP Biosystems in Royston, Hertfordshire. Applicants should have a good honours degree in a relevant subject and an interest in interdisciplinary research leading to commercially viable tissue substitute systems.

Scholarship Application Deadline:20/05/2011
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The Roma Access Program at Central European University

RAP prepares promising Roma students for their chosen field of study through intensive academic training and by raising their English to a level adequate for post-graduate study. Towards the end of the program, students apply to places of study at MA programs at CEU and other prestigious universities in open competition with other applicants.

The full-time, 9-month course will start at the end of August 2011 and last until the end of May 2012. It will be a combination of:

• Classes in the student’s chosen field of study—including Gender Studies, International Relations and European Studies, Law/Human Rights, Political Science, Public Policy, or Sociology (additional disciplines may be offered)
• English language training
• Academic writing
• Participation in CEU Master’s level classes
• The opportunity to improve the students’ knowledge of Romani language, history, and culture.

Who can apply
Young Roma from Central and Eastern Europe (Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, FYR Macedonia, Hungary, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Kosovo, Slovakia, Slovenia, Turkey, and Ukraine) who have:

• A university/college degree in any field (preferably in the Social Sciences or the Humanities) by July 2011
• A strong interest in post-graduate university education
• At least pre-intermediate English language skills
• A desire to study in a multicultural and international environment

Your application must include the following:

1. Completed Application Form (in English), please download it from here
2. CV, including academic background, work experience if any, and involvement in Roma related issues in your country if any (in English)
3. Letter of Intention, stating why you would like to participate in this program (in English)
4. One Reference Letter from a recognized Roma organization – translation into English should be attached if the recommendation is written in local language
5. One Reference Letter from a university professor or your employer – translation into English should be attached if the recommendation is written in local language
6. Official scanned copy or photocopy of your diploma or certificate of enrollment confirming that you will graduate from university by July 2011
7. Official scanned copy or photocopy of your transcript (document showing courses taken and grades received during all your university years)
8. Official English translations of both your diploma (or certificate of enrollment) and your transcript

Official scanned copies, photocopies, and translations must bear an ink stamp and the signature of a notary public or an authorized university official.
Please send your application package by e-mail to: romaac@ceu.hu
Or by fax to: +36 1 327 3190
Or by post to:
Central European University
SEP/SPO/RAP
Nador u. 9
H-1051 Budapest
Hungary
Please note that, if accepted, ALL ORIGINAL documents must be provided upon arrival in Budapest.
The application form, CV, Letter of Intention, 2 Reference Letters, and University Documents must be received by May 13th 2011 via e-mail, fax, or post.
https://rap.ceu.hu/
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Project Research Interns (2 positions)

The Digital Enterprise Research Institute (DERI) is among the largest research organisations working in Semantic Web technologies. DERI's mission is to establish semantics as a core pillar of modern computer engineering. DERI offers a stimulating, dynamic, multi-cultural research environment with excellent ties to research groups worldwide. This is a unique opportunity to join the efforts within DERI: in collaboration with our industrial partners, during this internship you will develop and implement advanced querying technologies based on semantic technologies.

The duration of the internships will be for 3 months, commencing some time between June 1^st and August 31^st 2011.

The Topics:

Both internship topics will be centred around Semantic Web technologies, in particular (i) the integration of RDF and XML, and (ii) efficient mechanisms for search and querying over Linked Data.

The Candidates:

• Ability to work in a team based environment developing state of the art software solutions on time and to specification
• Motivated and proactive attitude to take ownership and initiative in all work assignments
• Excellent analysis and problem solving skills
• Strong design, development & testing skills
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Creative Thinking

Essential Skills:

• Third level degree in computer science or related discipline
• advanced undergrad students which comply with the skills requirements will also be considered
• Good knowledge of object-oriented design principles
• Strong background in Java programming
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux systems

Bonus Skills:

• Experience with Semantic Web technologies, esp. RDF/RDFS/OWL/(X)SPARQL
• Familiarity with XML and/or SQL
• Experience working with Linked Data

Application procedure:

Informal enquiries about these positions may be made to:

aidan.hoganderi.org

(cc:ed) alessandra.mileoderi.org

When applying, please use the same email addresses and put "Project Research Intern" in the subject line of emails.

Candidates are requested to submit a cover letter and CV (PDF).

Closing date for receipt of applications is April 30, 2011.

Source: http://www.deri.ie/about/jobs/#intern2 www.ust.md

Master Scholarships, Rovira i Virgili University, Spain

Call for Grants to study on a University Master's Degree Programme at the Rovira i Virgili University

STUDY GRANTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ACADEMIC YEAR 2011-2012

Deadline for presenting applications: 30 April 2011

Information:
http://www.urv.cat/media/upload/arxius/doctorats_masters/EdPiD/Beques/AJUTS_EST_INTERNACIONALS/conv_ajut_intern_2011-2012_ang.pdf

Application form:
http://www.urv.cat/media/upload/arxius/doctorats_masters/EdPiD/Beques/AJUTS_EST_INTERNACIONALS/sol_ajuts_intern_2011-2012_ang.pdf

http://www.urv.cat/masters_oficials/en_beques_edpd.html

http://sites.google.com/site/tiraspoluniversity
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Botin Foundation Fellowship in Visual Arts 2011-12

The FUNDACION BOTIN assigns 220.000 EUR to Visual Arts Grants for study, research and the undertaking of individual projects in the sphere of (non-theoretical) artistic work. Artists may be any nationality.

The Fundacion Botin may award one grant to an artist from, or resident in, Cantabria, as long as this application involves a change of residence. The call is open to individuals of any nationality with the single requirement of being between the ages of 23-40 for the study grants.

The exhibition agenda of the Fundacion Botin will include an exhibition which premieres the works realized by the artists during the period covered by the grant. The deadline for submitting  applications is May 6, 2011. Conditions of the 19th Call of Visual Arts Grants:

http://www.fundacionmbotin.org/uploads/media/becas_artes_bases_english.pdf
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Tiraspol State University's blog: 94 места для обучения граждан Республики Молдова в высших учебных заведениях (студенты и магистры); 10 - в аспирантуре

Tiraspol State University's blog: 94 места для обучения граждан Республики Молдова в высших учебных заведениях (студенты и магистры); 10 - в аспирантуре

94 места для обучения граждан Республики Молдова в высших учебных заведениях (студенты и магистры); 10 - в аспирантуре

ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЕ В соответствии с Соглашением между Министерством просвещения Республики Молдова и Министерством образования и науки Российской Федерации о сотрудничестве в области образования, Федеральное Агентство по образованию Российской Федерации предоставило на 2010-2011 учебный год:

94 места для обучения граждан Республики Молдова в высших учебных заведениях (студенты и магистры); 10 - в аспирантуре.

Конкурс будет организован на базе Молдавского государственного университета по адресу: мун. Кишинэу, ул.М. Когэлничану 65, 3 корпус, аудитория 106, в следующие сроки: а) прием документов – с 21 апреля по 7 мая; б) заседание молдо-российской комиссии - 12 мая; в) объявление результатов – 16 мая.

Для участия в конкурсе необходимо представить следующие документы:   

1. Заявление и анкету (заполняются на месте печатными буквами, в правом верхнем углу прикрепляется фотография)
2. Копию документа об образовании и заверенный нотариально перевод на русский язык с указанием изученных предметов и полученных по ним экзаменационных оценок. 
3. Выпускники текущего года представляют cправку с оценками за первое полугодие (средний балл), включающую годовые оценки за 10, 11 классы и I семестр 12 класса - для лицеистов; за 10 класс и I семестр 11 класса - для учащихся общеобразовательных школ. Справка заверяется директором учебного заведения.
4. Копию медицинской справки на русском языке
5. Копию национального паспорта с установочными данными на русском языке.  
6. Копию свидетельства о рождении (на русском языке).
7. 4 фотографии 3 х 4.
8. Копии дипломов Республиканских и Международных олимпиад (если есть).   

Все указанные выше документы, составляющие личное дело, представляются в приемную комиссию только в копиях на русском языке или в переводе на русский язык (тексты переводов на русский язык должны быть заверены российским посольством (консульством) Российской Федерации). Кандидатам, рекомендованным на обучение по специальностям культуры и искусства, необходимо предоставить в личном деле копию документа, подтверждающего подготовку по выбранной специальности. Кандидаты этого профиля сдают творческие испытания в соответствующих вузах Российской

Федерации. Перечень и сроки сдачи творческих экзаменов будут сообщены дополнительно. Информация о приеме по медицинским специальностям будет сообщена дополнительно после получения документов кандидатов и согласования с принимающими вузами (в августе). Российские вузы оставляют за собой право провести вступительные испытания. Кандидатам, рекомендованным на обучение в Московском государственном техническом университете им. Н. Э. Баумана, необходимо также прибыть в вуз для прохождения дополнительных испытаний в сроки, установленные вузом. Кандидаты на обучение в магистратуре, получившие диплом бакалавра российского вуза в 2011 году, должны в личном деле представить письмо-согласие принимающего вуза.  

Для участия в конкурсе на обучение в аспирантуре кандидатам необходимо представить следующие документы:  

1. Заявление и анкету (заполняются на месте печатными буквами, в правом верхнем углу прикрепляется фотография).
2. Заверенную копию документа об образовании и еѐ перевод на русский язык с указанием изученных предметов и полученных по ним экзаменационных оценок.
3. Выпускники текущего года представляют справку о подтверждении статуса выпускника II цикла высшего образования (мастерат) в Республике Молдова или специалиста/магистра в Российской Федерации, а также академическую справку за все годы обучения в вузе.
4. Копию медицинской справки на русском языке.
5. Копию национального паспорта с установочными данными на русском языке.
6. Копию свидетельства о рождении (на русском языке).
7. 4 фотографии 3 х 4.
8. Список публикаций (если имеются).
9. Реферат по теме будущего исследования на русском языке (не менее 15 страниц).
10. Письмо-согласие принимающего вуза. Выпускники российских вузов 2011 года также должны иметь согласие вуза о приеме. В дальнейшем по требованию вуза кандидат сдает вступительные экзамены и проходит процедуру признания документов о высшем образовании.

Студентам и аспирантам, зачисленным в ВУЗы России, предоставляется бесплатное обучение с выплатой стипендии. Обеспечение общежитием осуществляется на условиях, установленных для российских граждан, обучающихся за счет федерального бюджета. Медицинское обслуживание осуществляется на основании полиса медицинского страхования, приобретенного за счет личных средств иностранного гражданина (от 250 долларов США в год). Кандидаты, рекомендованные для продолжения обучения в высшие учебные заведения Российской Федерации, дополнят личное дело медицинской справкой, с особой отметкой о результате теста на ВИЧ-инфекцию. Кандидаты на обучение должны быть представлены только одной направляющей организацией (либо Роспосольством, либо национальным министерством образования). В случае наличия фамилии кандидата в двух списках одновременно он автоматически будет лишаться права на обучение по направлению Минобрнауки России. Справки по телефонам: 238061, 232415 – Министерство просвещения. 57 78 36 - Приемная комиссия;

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PhD Scholarships in Management, Economics and Social Sciences, Germany

Deadline: 30 April 2011
Open to: students with a master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Management, Sociology, Psychology, Political Sciences, Energy Economics/Policy, Econometrics/Statistics
Scholarship: EUR 1.200 for three years

Each year CGS awards 10 to 12 scholarships to excellent students (among the top 10% of their year) with a Master/Dipl. degree or close to finishing their degree. These students will enter a focused, intensive three-year program leading to a PhD (Dr. rer. pol). It is the expressed purpose of this intensive program to educate excellent researchers and teachers who, after obtaining their degree, will mainly stay in academia.

Eligibility

The CGS specifically encourages international students with a master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Management, Sociology, Psychology, Political Sciences, Energy Economics/Policy, Econometrics/Statistics and related fields to apply.
Note “EWI-Scholarship”: If your doctoral research focus lies in the field of applied industrial economics (theoretical or empirical), regulatory economics, modelling of energy markets (optimization, methods of numerical simulation), environmental economics, or energy trading, you may also apply for a scholarship at the Institute of Energy Economics at the University of Cologne (EWI). After the first year at the CGS you will join the second and third year at the EWI. The rest of the program, the qualifications needed, the procedure and the scholarship itself are the same as mentioned below.

Scholarship

Fellows receive a monthly stipend of EUR 1.200 for three years. No tuition is charged. Following a successful evaluation after the first year, fellowships will be extended for another two years. A full PhD program runs for three years. Extension of fellowships beyond this period is not possible. Fellowships are tax-free. Students will have a fully equipped office within the CGS department, full access to all libraries and other university institutions and additional funds for participation in conferences, summer schools, etc.

Application

The deadline for all applications (including two recommendations and complete application materials) is April 30, at 12pm (noon).
Step 1: Submit Application and Registration Form. Do not send any other materials until requested to do so!
In order to access the online application form, you need to enable JavaScript in your browser and you need to accept the Security-Certificate edited by DFN (Deutsches Forschungs-Netz) using the Deutsche Telekom Root Certificate.
Step 2: Once you have received your registration code, please submit the following materials:
* A cover letter with a clear statement of your motivation and your research interest
* Curriculum Vitae
* A list of possible dissertation topics with a short explanation of each
* Abitur-Zeugnis (for German residents only)
* TOEFL or equivalent (The ETS code number of CGS is 6450)
* GMAT or GRE (for non-German residents only)
* Scans of official academic transcripts
* Scan of your last degree awarded
* Two recommendations to be filled out on-line and submitted directly to CGS by two referees

Contact

email: office-cgs@wiso.uni-koeln.de
The official webpage.
University webpage

The University of Dublin Trinity College: PhD studentship in Physics (Photonics)

Applications are sought from suitably qualified candidates to undertake research towards a PhD degree in Physics. The candidates must be citizens of the European Union, have a first-class or upper second-class honours degree in Physics or a related discipline before the studentship begins and will work under the supervision of Prof. Eithne McCabe in the School of Physics in Trinity College Dublin. This training programme will include advanced specialized courses in Years 1 and 2, and students will benefit from the courses in Innovation and Entrepreneurship and generic skills training offered by the Innovation Academy. This PRTLI5-funded structured PhD programme integrates with existing research strengths of the School of Physics where Nanoscience, Photonics, and Computational Physics are identified as major research themes.

The project will involve novel imaging using surface plasmons. For more than a century the emphasis has been on diffraction limited resolution. In recent years many exciting, new approaches have emerged in terms of both imaging on the nanoscale and using nanoparticles to highlight charcateristics of a sample. The optical characteristics of many systems can be significantly enhanced by plasmonics. They promise to have a major impact in many areas of nanoscience including photonic electronics where surface plasmon polaritons offer promise in the miniaturisation of photonis circuits. This project will investigate the physics and applications of plasmonics in novel imaging environments.

The studentship, with a stipend of €16,000 per annum, is available from September 2011. Applications including a CV and the contact details of two academic referees must be submitted to physics[ at ]tcd.ie with the subject line “Prof. Eithne McCabe PRTLI5 studentship”.

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The University of Dublin Trinity College: PhD studentship in Physics 

Moldova ICT Summit 2011 Participants at Moldova ICT Summit 2010 Empowering development through Information Technology

The 2011 Moldova ICT Summit builds upon the 2010 Summit and it will gather together industry stakeholders from Government, the Moldovan business community, multinational companies, and academia to discuss international and national trends and challenges facing the ICT industry.

In particular, the Summit will focus on defining a roadmap for e-transformation in Moldova through the effective integration of technology in public and private sector life; and it will lay out a proactive agenda to strengthen national ICT sector competitiveness.

The event will  increase cooperation, coordination, and trust between and among the public and private sectors, the Moldovan ICT community, Moldovan and international partners, and IT and non-IT companies; this will lift all participants’ aspirations for building an information society in Moldova and will drive innovation that will in turn boost economic growth.

The summit this year will focus on five main tracks:

• e-Transformation & ICT Competitiveness – a forum for Moldovan business and government leaders and invited international experts to discuss Moldova’s vision and plan for ICT-enabled economic growth and government efficiency, as well as learn about upcoming development challenges for the Moldovan ICT industry both at home and abroad. 
• IT entrepreneurship – a series of interactive discussions for ICT business managers and entrepreneurs aimed at presenting trends, challenges, and opportunities for on-line entrepreneurship, showcasing success stories from the region. This year’s hot topics include gaming and mobile, on-line payments, digital advertising, and venture capital.
• IT4Transparency - a forum for civil society and tech sector representatives to analyze solutions and initiatives on promoting government transparency and accountability though ICT in activities related to watchdog and awareness rising led by the civil society.
• IT4Developers – a forum for ICT professionals to learn about current technology trends, and solutions from short presentations by international and Moldovan IT professionals, and to network with colleagues and share information about the latest technologies, development platforms, and management techniques.
• IT4Business – targeted presentations by IT companies for non-IT businesses that showcasing the IT services and solutions to demonstrate how they can boost productivity and efficiency and help businesses to grow.

How it began:
The first Moldova ICT Summit took place from March 30^th through March 31^st, 2010 at the Leogrand Convention Center in Chisinau, and it was organized under the patronage of the Ministry of ICT of the Republic of Moldova.

The 2010 edition of the event drew about 1,000 participants - about 800 at the summit and the rest at the awards ceremony for the WebTop contest recognizing sites hosted under the umbrella of the Moldovan ICT Association.

The summit gathered leaders from the Moldovan ICT industry, regional ICT vendors, government representatives, international professionals, and domestic business customers, which established a platform for dialogue and development of the sector.
The 2010 Summit was organized into three major tracks:

• Development 4 ICT. Speakers included the Prime Minister, Minister of ICT and Deputy Ministers; representatives from the private sector; international guests from the USAID RCI; ESI Bulgaria; Czech Invent; the Czech ICT association; and International Data Corporation. Participants included 11 guest speakers from 7 countries.
• ICT 4 Business. 10 companies showcased their products and solutions, including F-line Technologies, Endava, Credinfo (in the banking and finance section); and Maxlinie-MCS, Lucas Communication, Moldcell, Starnet, Softprom (in the general business section).
• ICT 4 Professionals. IT specialists and future specialists attended the presentations by international and domestic professionals from Microsoft, Alfa-Soft, Allied Testing, Endava, Moldcell, and other leading ICT companies.
  
  
  Moldova ICT Summit 2011 Participants at Moldova ICT Summit 2010 Empowering development through Information Technology

THE QUEEN JADWIGA FUND ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

THE RECTOR OF THE JAGIELLONIAN UNIVERSITY

OF CRACOW (POLAND)

announces a competition for

THE QUEEN JADWIGA FUND ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

for the academic year of 2011/2012

The Scholarships are open to candidates who are academics or doctoral students of institutions of higher education in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe, the countries of the former Soviet Union, and the Balkan countries.

Applications for a Scholarship should comprise:

• an application letter addressed to the Rector of the Jagiellonian University
• a fulfilled form
• a list of his/her academic achievements and publications
• a research programme he/she intends to carry out during the Scholarship in Cracow
• advisable a reference letter from an academic worker of the Jagiellonian University
• a curriculum vitae
• a photocopy of the passport page with a photo.

Scholarship award amounts to 1500 zł per month. Scholarship holders will receive also an accommodation in a student house and basic medical care.

Applications should be sent to arrive not later than by 15^st June 2011

To the following address:

Office of  Public Affairs

Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego,

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Researcher/PhD student 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
<http://wwwen.uni.lu/research/flshase/languages_culture_media_and_identities_lcmi/staff/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

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PhD in Democracy, Knowledge, and Gender in a Transnational World in short IPP Transnational

The Faculty of the Social Sciences at the Goethe University counts among those in the Federal Republic of Germany with a wealth of tradition and diversity in teaching and research perspectives. For its duration through the end of 2013, its international PhD program Democracy, Knowledge, and Gender in a Transnational World in short IPP Transnational, will be supported through funding the Faculty procured in 2010 within the scope of the DAAD call for submissions International Promovieren in Deutschland (IPID). The implementation of the program substantially profits from the expertise of theInternational Postgraduate Center Social Sciences (IPC)<http://www.gesellschaftswissenschaften.uni-frankfurt.de/index.pl/en/ipc#8980>, which houses the IPP Transnational and whose funding and supervisory structure ideally complements its range of offers.

The program admits thirty PhD candidates a year. In terms of content, the IPP Transnational’s profile connects three thematic fields that combine central research issues of the 21st century. Emphasis is placed on the interrelation between current transnational social transformations and the development of democracy, the (re)formation of the gender order, as well as bioscientific findings and practices.

The program contributes to the internationalization of the training of PhD candidates in the Faculty of the Social Sciences and is designed to make studying for a PhD at the Goethe University even more attractive, in particular for international junior scholars. The candidates will be directly integrated into the top-level research currently being performed by the professors participating in the program. Besides the attractive program run by the IPC, additional supervision measures are available to PhD candidates at the IPP Transnational that provide ideal conditions for attaining a PhD and precipitate completion of the thesis.

The IPP Transnational is financed through funding by the DAAD and the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF).

Admission Procedure
An international call for applications to the IPP Transnational program is issued twice a year for the admission of fifteen PhD candidates per term on February 15 and July 15. Interviews to assess an applicant’s suitability take place one month before the admission deadlines. Candidate can receive an allowance toward the cost of their trip to the interview. If accepted into the PhD program, the selected candidates are given the status of “conditional admission” to the Faculty of the Social Sciences. Unrestricted acceptance as a PhD candidate should occur by the next possible deadline, i.e., April 1 or October 1. The period between acceptance into the PhD program and acceptance into the Faculty is used to revise the submitted PhD proposal, in particular with respect to the work and time schedule; decide on a first and, if possible, second supervisor of the PhD thesis; and to conclude a PhD agreement that identifies the rights and obligations between
supervisors, candidates, and those in charge of the program during the doctoral phase.

Application Requirements
Graduates of sociology, political science and anthropology both from Germany and abroad can apply who have an above-average university degree(MA, first state examination, diploma, or the like) and a sound knowledge of English and whose dissertation project ties in with the IPP Transnational’s research themes.

Application Documents
A complete application consists of the following:

• a five-page dissertation project proposal in German or English in line with the IPP Transnational’s research profile. The proposal shall contain information about the state of research in the selected theme, about the project’s research question derived therefrom, about the steps to be taken to deal with the research question, as well as about the theme’s
• embeddedness in theory and the selection of the method to be applied
• two letters of reference
• a brief letter of motivation
• a copy of the university degree entitling the candidate to earn a PhD
• a CV

Application Deadline and Call for Applications: The next application deadline is May 15, 2011.
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Further Information

http://www.gesellschaftswissenschaften.uni-frankfurt.de/index.pl/en/ipp_transnational

Application Deadline : 15 May 2011
http://www.gesellschaftswissenschaften.uni-frankfurt.de/index.pl/en/ipp_transnational

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EU proposes restructuring of research funding to encourage innovation, increase its economic impact, involving researchers and more efficient use of public money.

In 2007-2013, the EU spends about 143 billion euros to finance research and innovation projects. The Commission prepares the ground for a new round of financing, taking as its starting point the priorities established in the Innovation Union initiative, included in the 2020 European Strategy for growth and creating new jobs.

The initial proposals to guide the funds to projects which propose responses to challenges - health and aging, climate change, food security, diminishing natural resources.

This will ensure better coordination of funding across the entire innovation chain - from basic research to market launch of new products and services.

Simplifying procedures and rules will allow researchers, companies and entrepreneurs to work more easily and will facilitate the acquisition and use of funds. Projects will be carefully monitored to ensure efficient use of public money.

Stimulating investment in research and development

 Redirecting funding will help reduce the gap in innovation between the EU and major competing economies, U.S. and Japan. According to an annual assessment, the United States before the EU is in many areas. Emerging economies such as China and Brazil, recorded, in turn, major advances.

European leaders argue that the Commission's approach involves, among other things, creating public-private partnerships designed to facilitate quick access to the market a large number of innovative products and services. The first partnership to be launched in 2011, in order to encourage the design and marketing of new products and services to ensure an active aging in good health.

The EU will encourage governments and industry to increase investment in research and development, so as to represent 3% of GDP by 2020 (compared to 2% in 2009). Achieving this goal would help create 3.7 million jobs and increase up to 795 million euros of annual growth.

Next Steps

 Until May 20, 2011, you can attend a public consultation on the Commission's proposals, will in the latter part of it to make concrete proposals on funding research.

Source: ec.europa.eu www.ust.md

University's History

The Tiraspol State University is the rightful successor of the first higher education institution of our country – the Institute of Public Education of Moldova, inaugurated on October 1, 1930 according to the Resolution of the Regional Committee Secretariate of the former Moldavian Autonomy signed on August 13, 1930. In 1933 the Institute of Public Education of Moldova was renamed into the Pedagogical Institute of Moldova.

The first matriculation to the future Institute of Public Education of Moldova was made in 1929 at the Moldavian College of Education from Balta (former Moldavian city that, at present, belongs to Ukraine) that became the foundation of the first higher education institution of the Republic of Moldova. In the first year of study, 1930 – 1931, there were matriculated 203 students, 137 of them Moldavians. The Institute had three faculties: Faculty of Agrobiology, Faculty of Mathematics and Faculty of Philology. Later some other faculties were founded: Faculty of Geography (1938); Faculty of Pedagogy (1979).

In 1940, due to the foundation of the Pedagogical Institute of Chişinău a big number of the best academic staff of the Tiraspol Institute were transferred to Chişinău. As a result of the World War II outbreak, the two Institutes were fused and evacuated to Buguruslan in Orenburg region (former Chikalov), Russia. Given the unfavorable historical circumstances the Institute had temporarily interrupted its didactic activity. A big part of the lecturers and students joined the Soviet Army. In 1942, still in Buguruslan, the Pedagogical Institute of Moldova restarted its activity and in January 1944 there were already 371 students divided into 16 academic groups and 19 of them graduated from the Institute by the end of 1944. From 1944 until 1952 the Institute had the status of an Education Institute.

In 1954 the Pedagogical Institute of Tiraspol started to offer postgraduate studies for such specializations as Zoology, Botany, Chemistry and Geography.

The Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Moldova was formed in 1960 and its first President was a graduate of the Pedagogical Institute of Tiraspol, Academician Iachim Grosul.

The period from 1960 until 1970 was a period of tremendous growth of the Institute: there were equipped many classrooms and scientific laboratories for practical and theoretical classes of Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Pedagogy and Psychology.

In 1990 the Institute had 5 Faculties that offered 11 specializations and the total number of students was of about 5800. The Pedagogical Institute of Moldova had about 1000 graduates every year. By January 1, 1990 among the teaching staff of the Institute were 5 Full-Professors and 168 Associated Professors and Doctors.

In 1992, as a result of the reorganization of the educational system of the Republic of Moldova, the Institute became a State University. In July, 1992 due to the outburst of a military conflict in the eastern part of the country, the Government of the Republic of Moldova decided to evacuate the University of Tiraspol to Chişinău. Due to the Bolgna Process, in the year 2000 there began a new phase in the process of accreditation of the higher education institutions from the Republic of Moldova. In October, 2003 the Tiraspol State University was successfully accredited.

In the process of its tumultuous and, at times, difficult evolution the Rectors of the University had a crucial role to play in its destiny. Among them an important role had: A. Bihman (1930-1932), N. Nartsov (1932-1933), M. Holostenco (1933-1934), I. Volcov (1934-1935), A. Ponin (1935-1937), A. Gozun (1937-1939), M. Radul (1939-1940), A. Baranovskii (1940-1941), A. Crăciun (1944-1948), I. Cotenco (1948-1954), M. Todica (1955-1958), M. Cozlovskii (1958-1962), I. Procopets (1962-1967), A. Novac (1967-1978), A. Hariton (1978-1987).

The main aim of the University is to support the young specialists and scholars, thus, contributing to the growth of the intellectual elites of the country. During its more than 75 years of activity the Tiraspol State University trained at its Faculties and departments more than 60.000 specialists with a high professional level, including people that made themselves known in the fields of arts, literature as well as in the didactic and scientific fields. Hand in hand with preparing qualified specialists, the staff members of our University are also efficient and successful in the field of scientific research.

Thus, the Tiraspol State University put the basis of the higher education of our country and greatly contributed to the development of the cultural, social, politic and economic aspects of the Republic of Moldova.

The way the Tiraspol State University has passed since its beginnings until today has some dramatic aspects, a fact strongly reflected in the social and political circumstances that had a deep and crucial impact upon the historical fate of the Republic of Moldova. There occurred many events that negatively affected the process of evolution of our University: between the years 1937-1938 it was repressed; in the years 1941-1944 the University was evacuated to Orenburg, Russia; from 1945 until 1966, as a result of the emergence of new research and higher education institutions, many faculties of the University were transferred to different regions of the Republic of Moldova in order to consolidate the higher education institutions emerging there; in July 1992, as a result of the military conflict started by the separatist antinational forces, it was evacuated to Chişinău where the University continues its didactic and scientific activity. In spite of its uncertain status in terms of location, the University continues its activity and greatly contributes to the education of professional teaching staff, to the restructuring of formative education, to the process of national renaissance and reestablishment of national identity.