Postdoctoral Position in Biological Science

Highlights:

1. The Instituto de Medicina Molecular (IMM) is a private non-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of first class research in the area of biomedical sciences. It is located on the campus of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Lisbon; it is associated with the National Ministry of Science and Higher Education.
2. The newly formed group of Marta Rosario, in association with the group of Tiago Outeiro, is looking for a creative and enthusiastic
3. Postdoctoral Scientist: The group is interested in the molecular mechanisms regulating neuronal development and function in the mammalian cortex, and in particular in the function of the newly identified NOMA-GAP proteins (M. Rosario, JCB 2007) in this process.
4. The successful candidate will be provided with generous funding for consumables and one technical assistant (part of a recently awarded FCT grant) and is expected to apply, together with the group leader, for an FCT grant to fund his/her own position. Short visits to international collaborator labs for acquiring new techniques may be required and are funded.
5. Expected candidate background: Excellent Ph.D. in a biological science. Previous postdoctoral experience abroad would be an advantage.
6. Skills required: Experience with mouse work and primary cell culture, in particular in the area of neurobiology. Fluent English.
7. Please send your CV, publication record and brief description of your research experience and interests to: Dr. Marta Rosario (m.rosario@mdc-berlin.de by 30 April 2010.
8. Ref. http://www.ressign.com/UserBookDetail.aspx?bkid=764&catid=189
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Teaching Assistantships University Rovirai Virgili, Tarragona, Spain

Highlights:

1. We invite highly qualified applicants who wish to continue their studies towards a PhD. Applicants with a M.Eng. or M.Sc. would be considered for admission. However a specialization in Chemical Engineering or related field is recommended.
2. We offer a limited number of teaching assistantships for the most qualified applicants, renewable on an annual basis for a maximum of 3 years.
3. Applicants with their own funding or candidates with external fellowships are welcome.
4. More info at: http://www.etseq.urv.es/doctorat
5. Closing Date: 30 April 2010

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PhD positions at National Institute for Agricultural Research

Highlights:

1.                  Approximately 1800 PhD students are hosted in INRA’s research units.
Doctoral students are a vital part of the scientific production of the Institute. The research units which host them carry out their role of training in and through research.

2.                  Each year, more than 500 doctoral students join INRA, all remunerated on contracts and in most cases associated with various private and public partners.

3.                  INRA is proposing special contracts in 2010
These contracts offer doctoral students particularly attractive conditions in terms of the duration of the contract and remuneration:

4.                  Recruitment of Associate Scientists on Contract: Associate Scientists on Contract (ASC) are recruited to carry out a thesis at INRA on subjects combining modelling and agronomic issues.

5.                  INRA is recruiting 3 ASC in 2010

a.       These Associate Scientists receive a three-year contract which can be renewed once (3 years), on condition that the person successfully obtains his/her thesis.

b.      ASC have attractive remuneration conditions. At the beginning of the contract, the doctoral student receives 1889€ (gross) per month. The remuneration progresses each year to reach a maximum of 2373€ (gross) per month. An annual bonus of 796€ is paid half-yearly.

c.       The ASC is hosted in the research unit specified in the profile of the position and enrols in the doctoral school to which the unit is affiliated.

d.      The ASC is supervised by the heads of the research unit in which he/she is hosted and by a thesis committee to which he/she will present his/her work two or three times a year.

e.       In accordance with the principle of geographical mobility provided for in the Charter for Young Scientists recruited on contract by INRA, the ASC is hosted in a new research centre after obtaining his/her thesis.

Scholarship by Bayer Young Environmental Envoy

Highlights:

1. BYEE Program now in its 7th year in Indonesia, If you are an Indonesian citizen, between 18 to 24 years old, single, and presently enrolled in a college/university, and with a passion for the environment, take up the challenge to become a Bayer Young Environmental Envoy!
2. Deserving students from all over Indonesia will be selected to be Bayer Young Environmental Envoys (BYEE) and will participate in a live-in Eco-camp that is held in a local venue. The top four envoys will join youth delegates from 18 other countries around the world on a weeklong all-expense paid trip to Germany on November 7 – 12, 2010.
3. It will be an opportunity to gain new insights on the broad spectrum of environmental protection measures employed by industry, municipalities, and the state environmental authorities in Germany.
4. Who is eligible
1. Indonesian citizen, College/University student enrolled in any institution as of April 1, 2010 (students graduating in April 2010 are eligible to join)
2. 18 to 24 years old by September 1, 2010
3. Actively involved in environmental activities or projects
4. Willing to travel overseas
5. Should be able to work well within a group
6. Good oral and written English communications skills
5. Children and relatives up to the second degree of consanguinity, or persons, whether they are related or not, living with any of the following are not eligible to join the contest:
1. Employees of Bayer, their agencies or independent contractors engaged in the project
2. Individuals or companies engaged in the development, production, or distribution of materials for the project
6. How to join
   Financial crises and economic downturns spell tough times for the environment. Safeguarding the planet at a time of economic recession is often seen as a luxury, and at times, a burden on economic recovery and development. On the other hand, reality has shown that the Earth itself is what ultimately controls economic activity because it is the source of the materials upon which economic activity works.
7. Write your individual proposal, therefore, for a simple environmental project in your community or school which demonstrates that environmental protection and economic growth can go hand in hand.

• In no more than 100 words, describe the current situation and environment related problems in your local area or school.
• Name a few practical solutions to the problem that either government/industry/NGOs or your school/community has so far carried out.
• Draw up a personal project you intend to do to help alleviate this problem, and state your objectives and deliverables.
• Indicate resource requirements like budget, manpower, facilities, as well as institutions/groups involved, making sure that all necessary resources are within your reach. Compare resources and costs with the benefits you expect to gain.
• In no more than 200 words, say how this project can be beneficial for both the economy and the environment. Explain also why your environmental project makes economic sense.

 8.        Procedures/rules

• Fill out the entry form and attach a 4×6 cm color photo of yourself.
• Attach the following documents: certificate of cumulative GPA (IPK, minimum 2.5) from your institution, copies of identification card (KTP/SIM), and proof of environmental award (if there is any) received.
• All entries must be accompanied by a project proposal. Incomplete application form and entry requirements will not be processed.
• Secure the endorsement of a faculty member OR the school academic department head OR college/university dean OR academic vice-president OR president.
• All applications should reach Bayer by May 19, 2010.
• Project proposals must be written in English and double-spaced. Handwritten or e-mail entries will not be accepted.
• Project proposals, which are adaptations/upgrades of already existing projects are acceptable, but the entry will be judged solely on the basis of new elements introduced and their added value. Pre-existing work or accomplishments prior to the official start-up date will not be given any credit.
• Successful finalists shall be asked to begin implementing their respective projects by June 25, 2010. A premature start of the proposed project will be grounds for disqualification.
• While the project proposal should be the applicant’s own concept, the project itself may be carried out by any number of people, with the applicant taking significant role in its implementation.
• The project must be completed or come close to completion by September 22, 2010.
• The judges’ decision is final for all aspects of the competition.

9.         Judging and selecting

• Applicants will be shortlisted based on the content of their project, leadership and environmental know-how and involvement.
• A panel of judges will interview each of the shortlisted candidates to determine their intelligence and understanding of environmental issues, their communication and people skills, as well as the feasibility of their project proposals.
• Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. PT Bayer Indonesia will bear all costs for the travel, meals, and accommodations of shortlisted candidates going to the interview.
• Successful applicants who qualify for the final round will be required to attend an environmental live-in workshop called the BYEE Eco-Camp. All charges for the travel, accommodations, and upkeep of participants will be shouldered by PT Bayer Indonesia.
• At the end of the Eco-Camp, the finalists will be asked to make a presentation before another panel of judges. They will be given the formal title of Bayer Young Environmental Envoy at an awarding ceremony.
• Four of these finalists will be declared as the Top 4 Bayer Young Environmental Envoys and will be given the opportunity to participate in a weeklong all-expense paid study trip to Germany on November 7-12, 2010.

10.              All applications should reach Bayer by May 19, 2010

11.              Please read the application form thoroughly. Online or e-mail applications will not be accepted and only complete application forms will be considered. Applications should be sent to:
Corporate Communications
PT Bayer Indonesia
MidPlaza I, 12th Floor
Jl. Jendral Sudirman Kav. 10-11
Jakarta 10220

12.              For more information, call PT Bayer Indonesia at Tel. 021 570 3661 extension 1367 or Fax. 021 570 3660

13.              Ref. http://www.bayeryoungenvoy.com/en/Indonesia.aspx

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