[Germany] PhD/Postdoc Positions in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, TU Dresden

PhD Studentships (BAT IIa) and PostDoc positions (BAT Ib) available in computational science at Institute for Scientific Computing, TU Dresden, Germany.

1) EU/NSF project in 6th FP “Computational materials research” Experience in the following areas is desired: numerics for PDEs (finite elements, interface problemens, multilevel solvers) , good programing skills in C++ You should have, or be expecting to complete, a degree in applied mathematics, computational materials science or theoretical physics.

2) DFG project “Modeling of biomembranes” Experience in the following areas is desired: modeling of interface problems, level set and/or phase-field methods, good programing skills in C++ You should have, or be expecting to complete, a degree in applied mathematics, computational biology or theoretical physics.


3) “Software development for HPC - AMDiS” Further development of our adaptive finite element software AMDiS. Experience in the following areas is desired: software engineering, finite element method, excellent programing skills in C++ You should have, or be expecting to complete, a degree in computer science or applied mathematics.

Letters of application including a CV and a summary of research experience in the above areas should be addressed to:

Prof. Dr. Axel Voigt,
Institute for Scientific Computing,
TU Dresden,
01062 Dresden

Further details may be found at http://www.math.tu-dresden.de/wir/staff/avoigt/

Informal enquiries should be directed to Prof. Axel Voigt (axel.voigt@tu-dresden).

[France] PhD Positions at The French National Institute for Research in Computer Science and Control (INRIA)

INRIA proposes young scientists a PhD in one of its research teams. Priority will be given to candidates with mobility background and to topics pertaining to the Institute’s priority themes.

Key-dates:
Opening Campaign: March 8 2007.
End of the campaign: April 30, 2007

You have a degree in computer science, automatic control or scientific computing equivalent to the French research master, you are planning to become a researcher in an academic environment, or, after training through research, to join a company or create one ?

Join INRIA for a PhD
INRIA is at the leading edge of research and its scientific themes are innovative. You can meet there scientists of international stature or work with them. Novel ideas are considered with interest. INRIA maintains special relations with industry and fosters the emergence of startups founded by its research scientists (80 such companies founded in 20 years). At least 80 different nationalities are present at INRIA and activities are regularly organized in order to ease the integration of newcomers. The ambiance is relaxed and everyone can contribute to the social life of the community.


Proposed PhD topics in the research units:

• Communicating system
• Cognitive systems
• Symbolic systems
• Numerical systems
• Biological systems

For more information, please visit the official website.

[Canada] Postdoctoral Fellow in Microfluidic Devices, Universify of Ottawa

University of Ottawa has a two-year Postdoctoral Fellow position supported by a NSERC Strategic Grant. Successful candidate will work closely with national laboratories at the National Research Council of Canada and Canadian Food Inspection Agency to develop a novel microfluidic-based flow cytometer (microcytometer) for rapid detection and identification of bacterial foodborne pathogens. Responsibilities of this position include the design & simulation, fabrication & characterization of the microfluidic chips; designing & implementing fluidic controlling system of the microcytometer, and developing methodologies to validation the microcytometer.A successful candidate should have the following qualifications:
An earned Ph.D. or other equivalent degree in Engineering Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field
Solid background and hands-on experience in microfluidic devices and their applications in biologically relevant systems
An excellent team player with excellent communication skills. ApplicationThe position is available immediately. The candidate screening process will continue till the position is filled. Interested individuals should forward their CVs with names and contact information of three references to:
Prof. X. Cao, Ph.D.Department of Chemical EngineeringUniversity of OttawaTel: +1(613) 562-5800 ext 2097Email: xcao@eng.uottawa.ca
orDr. Z. ZhangInstitute for Microstructural ScienceNational Research Council CanadaTel: +1(613) 993-4198Email: zhiyi.zhang@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

[Malaysia] The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme Scholarships 2007

The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) was launched in 1980 to promote and facilitate technical cooperation amongst developing countries based on the concept of self-reliance. The programme consolidates various forms of technical cooperation in areas where Malaysia has the experience and expertise. The Programme encourages the exchange of relevant experiences, pooling and sharing of resources and the development of complementary capabilities through:
Provision of scholarship and study awards for studies at various institutions in Malaysia;
Provision of training where participants are sponsored by third world countries/organizat ions;
Study visits and practical attachments;
Export of services and expertise in various fields The MTCP implemented by The Centre for Foundation Studies and Extension Education (FOSEE), Multimedia University is based on the fact that the development of a country depends on the quality of its human resources. Such human resource quality can best be achieved through training. FOSEE under Multimedia University Melaka Campus is one of the many training institutions in Malaysia involved in this training.
Presently, the MTCP covers 136 developing countries (please refer the attached list or surf http://www.epu.jpm.my/Bi/mtcp/MTCPFRAME.htm).The MTCP Programme at FOSEE in 2007 are:
Webpage Design and Dynamic Webpage Design Short Course (WDDW): Mar 10 – Mar 25, 2007.
Multimedia Enhanced Instructions System for Technical Education and Training (MEIST): May 12 – May 27, 2007
Managing e-University for Senior Officers (MeUNI) : July 7 – July 16, 2007
Networking Applications and Operations and Hardware Technology (NAOHT) : Aug 4 – Sept 3, 2007.
Instructional Design and Multimedia Content Development (IDMCD) : Dec 1 – Dec 16, 2007. Terms and Conditions of Scholarship/ Fellowship awards under the Malaysian Technical Co-operation Programme (MTCP)1. General Conditions of Award:Participants never participate in any MTCP or being awarded scholarship/ awards under the programme. Participants shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner compatible with their responsibilities as MTCP scholarship holders and abide by the laws, rules and regulations of the land and FOSEE, MMU. This scholarship can not be held concurrently with any other scholarship award. For lectures, participants are required to dress in long-sleeved shirts with ties, tailored pant and blazer or uniform. For formal occasions – suit, national costume or batiks. Ladies should be appropriately dressed in office attire.Participants shall follow the programme approved for them. Request for change of programme will not be entertained. Participants should participate in all activities related to the programme. Participants are not allowed to participate in any political and/or commercial activities in any capacity whatsoever. Participants shall not take up paid employment during the tenure of their scholarship or serve on the staff of their Official Representatives in Malaysia.
Participants are NOT allowed to bring along their spouses or families for the duration of the course. Participants will be required to return to their own countries upon completion of the course or at the end of the tenure of the scholarship whichever is earlier.
The award may be terminated at any time for the reasons of unsatisfactory conduct, breaches of the conditions of the award, or failure to make satisfactory progress. 2. Travel Documents and Vaccination:Persons seeking to enter Malaysia must be in possession of valid passports or other internationally recognized travel documents endorsed for travel to Malaysia. Such passports or other travel documents must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the period of stay allowed in Malaysia. In the case of a national passport not recognized by Malaysia, the holder must be in possession of a document in lieu of a passport obtained at the nearest Malaysian Mission abroad.Travelers from certain countries are required to produce the Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate and other health certificates at the entry point in Malaysia..3. Terms and Condition Covered by the MTCP for International Participants:
FaresA return air ticket on economy class is provided. This is from the capital city of the recipient country to Kuala Lumpur and back. Expenditures such as Visa and transit fees, excess baggage fees are borne by the recipients.
Maintenance AllowanceFull board and accommodationDaily subsistence allowance will be given if food and accommodation are not made available, especially during attachment or study-tour, other similar arrangements will be made.
Tuition FeesTuition fees will be borne by the Malaysian Government under the MTCP.
Medical TreatmentExpenses for medical treatment in government hospitals/clinics will be borne by the Government of Malaysia if participants fell sick during the course. In case of admission of government hospitals will be eligible for First Class Wards (two bedded or more). Candidates must be certified medically fit to participate under this programme
Resource personResource persons will be local experts and people in the fields to be selected from the FOSEE, MMU senior officials.
Methods of PaymentThe participants will receive allowance and other benefits as mentioned above from the Economic Planning Unit, Prime Minister’s Department, Malaysia through FOSEE, MMU. 4. Further Inquiries:For further enquiries, either write directly to the nearest official representative (Embassies and Commissions) of the Government of Malaysia in their respective countries or to contact the Project Manager:Mr. Ahmad Rizal Selamat,Deputy Director FOSEErizal@mmu.edu.my or zay@mmu.edu.myhttp://fosee.mmu.edu.myTel/Fax: [606] 252-3671Tel: (606) 3017 / 3560Fax:[606] 231-8799 / 25236715. How To Apply:Application must be made using the standard MTCP application forms () and also obtainable from Malaysian Embassies, High Commissions or Consulates in the respective countries. 3 copies of application forms, supported by a medical report, must be officially submitted through the applicant’s government to the Malaysian Government and must reach the organizer 2 months before the commencement of the course, unless specified otherwise; thus, a copy of the application should be mailed or fax/e-mail directly to:The Deputy Director,Center for Foundation Studies and Extension Education (FOSEE),Multimedia University Melaka CampusJalan Ayer Keroh Lama, Bukit Bruang, 75450 Melaka, Malaysia.e-mail: rizal@mmu.edu.my or zay@mmu.edu.myhttp://fosee.mmu.edu.myTel: [606] 252-3671 / 3017 / 3560 Fax:[606] 231-8799 / 2523671Only successful candidates who have been selected to attend the course will be notified officially. Decision by the Selection Committee is final and no appeal for consideration is allowed.

[Ireland] PhD Studentship in Environmental Studies, University College Cork

PhD Studentship Greenhouse gas fluxes in peatland forests Centre for Hydrology, Micrometeorology and Climate Change
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering,University College Cork,Cork,Ireland
Duration: 4 years.Value of Studentship: Approx. €18,000 per annum (plus fees). Tax-exempt.Closing date: Friday, 16 March 2007
The successful applicant will investigate the affect of afforestation on the greenhouse gas balance (GHG) in blanket peatlands. The study will be based on a chronosequence which will include a pristine blanket peatland and at least four forest site spanning the full rotation. Soil fluxes of CO2, CH4 and N2O will be measured using chamber techniques. Litterfall and fine rootturnover will also be studied.In addition, the successful candidate will:
Possess an undergraduate (first or upper second class) or Masters degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Meteorology, Engineering, Applied Physics or a related discipline.
Have numerical analysis skills in FORTRAN, Matlab, IDL, C/++ or a similar environment.
The possession of a full clean driving licence is desirable.
Further information on the research activities of the Centre is available at http://www.hydromet.org/. For informal discussion contact: Dr. Ken Byrne (k.byrne@ucc.ie) or Prof. Ger Kiely (g.kiely@ucc.ie).
Candidates should submit a letter outlining their suitability for the position and a full curriculum vitae, to include the names, addresses and emails of three referees, to:
Dr. Ken Byrne,Centre for Hydrology, Micrometeorology and Climate Change,Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering,University College Cork,Ireland.Email: k.byrne@ucc.ieThis position is funded by the Irish Council for Forest Research and Development (COFORD)

[Malaysia] The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme Scholarships 2007

The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) was launched in 1980 to promote and facilitate technical cooperation amongst developing countries based on the concept of self-reliance. The programme consolidates various forms of technical cooperation in areas where Malaysia has the experience and expertise. The Programme encourages the exchange of relevant experiences, pooling and sharing of resources and the development of complementary capabilities through:
Provision of scholarship and study awards for studies at various institutions in Malaysia;
Provision of training where participants are sponsored by third world countries/organizat ions;
Study visits and practical attachments;
Export of services and expertise in various fields The MTCP implemented by The Centre for Foundation Studies and Extension Education (FOSEE), Multimedia University is based on the fact that the development of a country depends on the quality of its human resources. Such human resource quality can best be achieved through training. FOSEE under Multimedia University Melaka Campus is one of the many training institutions in Malaysia involved in this training.Presently, the MTCP covers 136 developing countries (please refer the attached list or surf http://www.epu.jpm.my/Bi/mtcp/MTCPFRAME.htm). The MTCP Programme at FOSEE in 2007 are:
Webpage Design and Dynamic Webpage Design Short Course (WDDW): Mar 10 – Mar 25, 2007.
Multimedia Enhanced Instructions System for Technical Education and Training (MEIST): May 12 – May 27, 2007
Managing e-University for Senior Officers (MeUNI) : July 7 – July 16, 2007
Networking Applications and Operations and Hardware Technology (NAOHT) : Aug 4 – Sept 3, 2007.
Instructional Design and Multimedia Content Development (IDMCD) : Dec 1 – Dec 16, 2007. Terms and Conditions of Scholarship/ Fellowship awards under the Malaysian Technical Co-operation Programme (MTCP)1. General Conditions of Award:Participants never participate in any MTCP or being awarded scholarship/ awards under the programme. Participants shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner compatible with their responsibilities as MTCP scholarship holders and abide by the laws, rules and regulations of the land and FOSEE, MMU. This scholarship can not be held concurrently with any other scholarship award. For lectures, participants are required to dress in long-sleeved shirts with ties, tailored pant and blazer or uniform. For formal occasions – suit, national costume or batiks. Ladies should be appropriately dressed in office attire.Participants shall follow the programme approved for them. Request for change of programme will not be entertained. Participants should participate in all activities related to the programme. Participants are not allowed to participate in any political and/or commercial activities in any capacity whatsoever. Participants shall not take up paid employment during the tenure of their scholarship or serve on the staff of their Official Representatives in Malaysia.
Participants are NOT allowed to bring along their spouses or families for the duration of the course. Participants will be required to return to their own countries upon completion of the course or at the end of the tenure of the scholarship whichever is earlier.
The award may be terminated at any time for the reasons of unsatisfactory conduct, breaches of the conditions of the award, or failure to make satisfactory progress. 2. Travel Documents and Vaccination:Persons seeking to enter Malaysia must be in possession of valid passports or other internationally recognized travel documents endorsed for travel to Malaysia. Such passports or other travel documents must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the period of stay allowed in Malaysia. In the case of a national passport not recognized by Malaysia, the holder must be in possession of a document in lieu of a passport obtained at the nearest Malaysian Mission abroad.Travelers from certain countries are required to produce the Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate and other health certificates at the entry point in Malaysia..3. Terms and Condition Covered by the MTCP for International Participants:
FaresA return air ticket on economy class is provided. This is from the capital city of the recipient country to Kuala Lumpur and back. Expenditures such as Visa and transit fees, excess baggage fees are borne by the recipients.
Maintenance AllowanceFull board and accommodationDaily subsistence allowance will be given if food and accommodation are not made available, especially during attachment or study-tour, other similar arrangements will be made.
Tuition FeesTuition fees will be borne by the Malaysian Government under the MTCP.
Medical TreatmentExpenses for medical treatment in government hospitals/clinics will be borne by the Government of Malaysia if participants fell sick during the course. In case of admission of government hospitals will be eligible for First Class Wards (two bedded or more). Candidates must be certified medically fit to participate under this programme
Resource personResource persons will be local experts and people in the fields to be selected from the FOSEE, MMU senior officials.
Methods of PaymentThe participants will receive allowance and other benefits as mentioned above from the Economic Planning Unit, Prime Minister’s Department, Malaysia through FOSEE, MMU. 4. Further Inquiries:For further enquiries, either write directly to the nearest official representative (Embassies and Commissions) of the Government of Malaysia in their respective countries or to contact the Project Manager:Mr. Ahmad Rizal Selamat,Deputy Director FOSEErizal@mmu.edu.my or zay@mmu.edu.myhttp://fosee.mmu.edu.myTel/Fax: [606] 252-3671Tel: (606) 3017 / 3560Fax:[606] 231-8799 / 25236715. How To Apply:Application must be made using the standard MTCP application forms () and also obtainable from Malaysian Embassies, High Commissions or Consulates in the respective countries. 3 copies of application forms, supported by a medical report, must be officially submitted through the applicant’s government to the Malaysian Government and must reach the organizer 2 months before the commencement of the course, unless specified otherwise; thus, a copy of the application should be mailed or fax/e-mail directly to:The Deputy Director,Center for Foundation Studies and Extension Education (FOSEE),Multimedia University Melaka CampusJalan Ayer Keroh Lama, Bukit Bruang, 75450 Melaka, Malaysia.e-mail: rizal@mmu.edu.my or zay@mmu.edu.myhttp://fosee.mmu.edu.myTel: [606] 252-3671 / 3017 / 3560 Fax:[606] 231-8799 / 2523671Only successful candidates who have been selected to attend the course will be notified officially. Decision by the Selection Committee is final and no appeal for consideration is allowed.

International Postgraduate Scholarships in Bristol University

Deadline: 30 June 2007Note: Taught Master`s programmes only
Applicants can be from any country, but must be liable to pay the full international tuition fee.
Applicants must hold an offer for a Taught Postgraduate programme at the University of Bristol.
Applicants must have firmly accepted the offer made by the University of Bristol before submitting an application.
Conditional offer holders may apply for the scholarship but an award can only be made if conditions are met.
The deadline for applications is 30th June 2007 for those students commencing their studies in September 2007.
The scholarship application must be typed (or reasons for not doing so given) and must be a piece of original work signed by the applicant.
All scholarship applicants must agree to provide a student profile to be used in publications for the purposes of marketing the University of Bristol.
Current University of Bristol masters students are not eligible to apply.
Applicants who defer entry must apply for the academic year in which their studies will start.
There are 10 Scholarships worth £2000 each for a single programme of study. The amount will be deducted directly from tuition fees.
Scholarships are awarded by the "International Recruitment Office" Scholarships Panel and all decisions are final.
Students will be notified in late September or early October if they have been successful and there will be a ceremony held early in the academic year to celebrate the awards.
Postal applications must be sent to: International Scholarship Administrator, International Recruitment Office, University of Bristol Union, Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1LN
Email applications must be sent to: iro@bristol.ac.uk Select the following link in order to download an International Taught Postgraduate Scholarship application form().For more information please open website below:http://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/recruit/scholarships/scholarship_guidelines.html#masters

[Taiwan] Studentship of International Master Mechatronics and MBA Program in STUT

Deadline: 30 April 2007

General Regulations and Application Form for Admitting International Students to Southern Taiwan University of Technology For the Academic Year 2007

Qualifications for Application:
Students of foreign nationality; neither overseas Chinese nor R.O.C. nationals are eligible for application.
International students who had the R.O.C. nationality and have relinquished their nationality of R.O.C., with a lapse of at least eight years since the revoking of the R.O.C. nationality by Ministry of the Interior.
Students graduated from the senior high school in R.O.C. should not apply the Bachelor s Degree Program.



Departments and Degree Programs
1. English-Taught Programs
Mechatronics Program / Department of Mechanical Engineering
Master Degree
IMBA Program / Department of Business Administration
Master Degree

2. Chinese-Taught Programs
Departments / Program
College of Engineering: Institute of Mechatronic Science and Technology,
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering –
Advanced Automobile Program, Department of Electrical Engineering, Department of
Optoelectronics Engineering, Department of Electronic Engineering
Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering, Department of
Chemical and Material Engineering, Department of Biotechnology, Department of
Communication Engineering, Graduate School of Nanotechnology
College of Commerce: Department of International Business, Department of
Finance, Department of Accounting Information, Institute of Financial & Economic
Law
College of Management: Department of Management and Information Technology,
Department of Industrial Management, Department of Information Management,
Department of Business Administration,
Department of Marketing and Logistics Management, Department of Leisure,
Recreation, and Tourism Management, Executive MBA
College of Humanities and Social Science: Department of Applied English,
Department of Applied Japanese, Technological and Vocational Education & Human
Resources Development, Department of Child Care Education
College of Digital Design: Department of Information Communication, Department
of Visual Communication Design, Department of Multimedia and Entertainment
Science, Department of Digital Content and Animation Design

Number of International Students to be Admitted for the Academic Year 2007
(Ph.D.) Ph.D. Students: 2
(MA) Graduate Students: 67
(BA) Undergraduate Students: 240

Assistantships: Working Assistantship Type A: Two Years’ Program.
Type A Assistantship will be granted to students enrolling in the
English-taught Master programs. They will have to work part-time 16 hours a
week as an assistant among different departments on campus to enjoy the
following:
1. Tuition fee is waived.
2. Dormitory fee is waived, living with 3 or 4 either local or
international students at school dormitory with Type A Assistantship.
3. NT $5,000 per month stipend is offered.

Type B: Assistantship for Two Years’ Program.
Type B Assistantship will be granted to students enrolling in the
English-taught Master programs.
1. Half tuition fee is waived.
2. Half dormitory fee is waived.

Type C: Assistantship for Four Years’ Program.
Type C Assistantship will be granted to students enrolling in the
undergraduate Chinese-taught Bachelor programs. Students will have to work
part-time 5 hours a week as an assistant among different departments on campus
to enjoy the following:
1. Tuition fee is waived.
2. Students pay their own accommodation and other personal living
expenses.

Required Documents and Regulations for Application
1. Application Form (enclosed)
2. Declaration (enclosed)
3. Photocopied Graduation Diploma/Certificate
4. Academic Transcript
5. Health Certificate (must include HIV). If found HIV positive
after enrollment, then your acceptance will be revoked and face deportation.
6. Two Recommendation Letters
7. Financial Statement of personal savings (or affidavit of
financial support signed by parents)
8. Autobiography
9. SPM or STPM Transcript (Graduated from Malaysia Senior High
School Only)
10. TOEFL (500, CBT 173)/ TOEIC (650)/ IELTS (5.0) Score Report
11. Other Certificates or Documents
12. A photocopy of the original official diploma (its Chinese or
English version which has been certified with a seal-stamp by a Taiwan
representative office or Taiwan foreign embassy/consulate in the applicant’s
country must be attached) and an official transcript of academic records in
Chinese or English (which must be certified with a stamp or embossed seal by the
school attended). Students who have not yet graduated must submit their
diplomas when they report to STUT; otherwise, their admission will be cancelled.

Estimated Cost for the Academic Year 2007 1. Tuition Fee:
（1） US$1,640/Semester:College of Engineering and information related
departments/programs
（2） US$1,430/Semester:College of Management and College of Commerce,
excluding information related departments/programs
（3） US$1,400/Semester: College of Humanities & Social Sciences

2. Housing: four or five person’s dormitory, each student pays for his/her
share of US$380/semester; 2 persons’ room, each student pays US$580 (limited
number of rooms).

3. Living Expenses: NT$6,000 (around US$180) per month; other extra
personal expenses, please refer to Tuition and Fees under Admission at
http://www.stut.edu.tw/english_version/

4. For further information, log-on English website at:
http://www.stut.edu.tw/english_version/ or contact Mr. Darby Liao at
darby56@mail.stut.edu.tw
Please send application forms to the following address by April 30, 2007.

% Southern Taiwan University of Technology
Office of Research and Development
No. 1, Nan-Tai Street, Yung-Kung City,
Tainan County, Taiwan 71005