Category Archives: PhD

PhD Scholarships in Bio/Nanotechnology in Australia

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The Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) is offering Excellent Opportunity for science and engineering graduates to commence their research career in a world leading research organisation. The AIBN has a unique multidisciplinary focus with leading edge researchers working at the interface of the biological, chemical and physical sciences.

The Institute has research programs aimed at developing new products, processes and devices for improving human health and quality of life. In addition to AIBN’s commitment to research excellence, there is a strong culture of commercialisation and excellent links with local and international industries, providing exciting collaborative opportunities. AIBN is seeking motivated, high quality science or engineering graduates to undertake PhD studies with one of the AIBN’s 17 Group Leaders.

The Role: Students will be supervised by researchers globally acknowledged as leaders in their areas and have access to state-of-the-art facilities, equipment and resources. Additionally, opportunities exist for students to undertake commercialisation training while undertaking their research studies.
The Person: Successful applicants should possess a fi rst class honours degree in engineering or science, coupled with a desire to pursue a career in research.
Remuneration: Students are required to apply for a living allowance scholarship from The University of Queensland. Successful applicants will then have their scholarships ‘topped up’ to $25,000 per annum tax free. This is a full-time scholarship for three years with the possibility of a six month extension in approved circumstances.
Contact: To discuss the possibility of undertaking a research higher degree, as well as the application process, interested students should contact Mr Russell Griggs (r.griggs@uq.edu.au) (07) 3346 3989.

Applications from domestic students are accepted throughout the year.

For more information about this scholarship you may visit their website: http://www.aibn.uq.edu.au.

PhD Scholarship in Offshore Wind Turbine Foundation Design in DTU, Denmark

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Host (Institutions): DTU, Denmark
Grade: PhD, Doctoral
Field of Study: Offshore Wind Turbine Foundation Design
Location: DTU, Denmark
Deadline: 14 August 2011

The Wind Energy Division at Risø DTU has a vacancy for a highly motivated PhD student in the Wind Turbine Structures research programme (VIM). The research aims at implementation in the industry in both short and long term, and is performed in collaboration with the industry, as well as other Danish and foreign research institutions.

Eligibility:
Candidates should have a master’s degree in engineering or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to the master’s degree. Experience with wind energy or offshore engineering, as well as good communication skills are considered advantageous for obtaining the position.

Senior Researcher Anand Natarajan, anat@risoe.dtu.dk, +45 4677 5065 .

http://www.dtu.dk/English/About_DTU/vacancies.aspx?guid=b10f5aab-b19e-4747-9c8d-aac1784184ef

Department of Geography and Geology PhD Position, University of Copenhagen

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Host (Institutions): Department of Geography and Geology, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Grade: PhD, Doctoral
Field of Study: The ground thermal regime of permafrost landforms within the Nordic area including Greenland
Study in: Department of Geography and Geology, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Deadline: August 25, 2011

Qualifications
The successful candidate must hold a Master degree or equivalent qualifications in physical geography, preferably in geomorphology, with documented expertise in performing Arctic fieldwork. Fluency in spoken and written English is also a requirement.

An evaluation committee will be appointed to evaluate the applications. Applicants will be notified of the composition of the committee and will receive the part of the evaluation that concerns her/him. The final selection of a successful candidate will be made by Professor Hanne H. Christiansen and Professor Bo Elberling, based on the recommendations of the evaluation committee. The successful candidate will then be requested to formally apply for enrolment as a Ph.D student at the Ph.D school of Science, University of Copenhagen.

Please visit:

http://www.offentlige-stillinger.dk/sites/cfml/kbhuni/kbhuniVis.cfm?plugin=1&englishJobs=Yes&nJobNo=197570&nLangNo=2

http://www.ku.dk/english/available_positions/vip/

Physiscs Phd Scholarships at University of Lund in Sweden

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A formal requirement for a PhD in physics is a degree in a related field, such as a Masters degree in physics or nanotechnology, or equivalent course work, or substantially advanced in the master’s level or equivalent, including a project independent research.

In addition, the acceptance based by the estimated capacity to achieve their post-graduate studies.

Subject of study (s): Physics in the discipline of epitaxial growth and characterization of Nano-Crystalline Materials III-V and III-N

Course level: PhD
Provider of Grant: University of Lund
Scholarship can be taken @: Sweden
Please note that this Scholarship not opened to international students.
How to apply: Online
Scholarship application deadline: 31/08/2011
Scholarship information and application : http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/o.o.i.s?id=24914&Dnr=412523&Type=EU

Research Position in Tumour Biology at Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland

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Overview
We are currently seeking an Experienced Researcher to join the Tumour Biology team at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (St. Stephens Green, Dublin, Ireland). RCSI is currently coordinating the Marie-Curie Industry Academia Pathways and Partnership (IAPP) project, AngioTox (www.angiotox.com) in association with 7 other collaborators across Europe. The researcher recruited to RCSI will be recruited to perform aspects of this project and will be responsible for a number of pre-clinical in vivo toxicity studies performed during this project.

The main goal of AngioTox is to comprehensively describe toxicity patterns and mechanisms, following treatment with the two main class of angiogenesis inhibitor, namely monoclonal antibodies and tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Specifically, we aim to identify safety related biomarkers following short, medium and long-term treatment with clinically approved inhibitors of angiogenesis (bevacizumab, sorafenib and sunitinib) either alone or in combination with standard
chemotherapeutics.

Eligibility

  • BSc in biological discipline
  • MSc or PhD
  • >4 years full-time research experience (including time spent doing post-graduate degree)

Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2011

For further information please visit: http://www.rcsi.ie/files/research/docs/20110817110756_RES1130%20Position%202%20Researcher%20.pdf

PhD Structural Engineering Scholarships 2011 at Bauhaus University Germany

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Bauhaus-University Weimar in Germany offer Ten PhD Positions

Study Subject: Civil Engineering ,Structural and Soil Mechanics/Dynamics ,Materials Science ,Applied Mathematics & Computer Science

Employer: Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
Level: PhD

The overall aim of the Research training group is to assess the reliability, safety and robustness of numerical models. This evaluation considers a wide range of aspects and models. This includes, but is not restricted to, models that describe loads or the material and structural behavior of systems in structural engineering. Of particular interest are the interactions of these models in complex systems. Their influence on the quality of models of complex coupled systems is to be determined.

We see ourselves as an international research training group. Very good English skills are a prerequisite for internal communication, for publications in scientific journals, and for a mandatory stay abroad, serving the scientific exchange with our international cooperation partners. Good German skills are additionally expected from international applicants.

In order to allow a fast realization of models, of couplings, and of evaluation methods, command of one or several programming languages (e.g. C/C++, Java, Python, Matlab) is of advantage.

Scholarship Application Deadline: May 15, 2011

ERC PhD Scholarship in Sensitivity Analysis in Thermoacoustics University of Cambridge, UK

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ERC funded PhD Studentship for UK or EU students in Sensitivity Analysis in Thermoacoustics at Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge, UK

Study Subject(s): Sensitivity Analysis in Thermoacoustics
Course Level: PhD
Scholarship Provider: ERC
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
Applicants must have relevant degree in relative field.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: UK and EU Country

Scholarship Description: Two positions exists for PhD research assistants in non-normality, transient growth and sensitivity analysis in thermoacoustics, both starting in January 2012. The projects are funded by ERC and will involve collaboration with researchers at Imperial College London, Ecole Polytechnique Paris, IIT Madras and JNCASR, Bangalore.

How to Apply: Online

Scholarship Application Deadline: 8th September 2011

Please visit for further information: http://www2.eng.cam.ac.uk/%7Empj1001/ID_PhD_opps.html

Engineering PhD Scholarship in Shrinkage Reduction of MgO Concrete in UK

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The University of Cambridge, Department of Engineering offers PhD Studentship for UK/EU students in Shrinkage Reduction of MgO Concrete, UK

Study Subject(s): Shrinkage Reduction of MgO Concrete
Course Level: PhD
Scholarship Provider: University of Cambridge, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
Applicants must have a strong first degree in a relevant engineering or science subject. The studentship will provide maintenance and covers approved College and University fees for UK/EU students for 3.5 year

Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: UK and EU

Scholarship Description: A PhD studentship at the University of Cambridge, Department of Engineering in collaboration with Laing O’Rourke on shrinkage reduction of MgO concrete is available. Shrinkage is one of the most detrimental properties of concrete which affects its long term strength and durability. Hard burned magnesia has been used successfully over decades in large dam construction as an expansive additive to compensate for shrinkage effects. The degree of expansion has been found to be dependent on the MgO used. Shrinkage compensating cements are not used in the UK for building or civil engineering and their use would be outside the UK Standards, specifications or codes. Benefits of such cements or additives include significantly reducing the amount of traditional steel bar reinforcement that is normally required for crack control. The project will investigate the applicability of a number of different source MgOs and different mix compositions of MgO concretes in terms of their potential to eliminate shrinkage effects.

How to Apply: Online

Scholarship Application Deadline: 26 August 2011.

Further information please visit: http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/hr/jobs/vacancies.cgi?job=8582

Open University Scholarship in the field of Health and Social Care, UK

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The Faculty of Health and Social Care at The Open University funded full time studentships in reproductive and sexual health; death and dying; living with a disability and/or long term condition; children and young people; parenting and families, UK

Study Subject(s):Reproductive and sexual health; death and dying; living with a disability and/or long term condition; children and young people; parenting and families
Course Level:MPhil/PhD
Scholarship Provider: Open University, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
Accepted students are required to have a first or upper second class honours degree in a relevant subject and should have completed a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant topic, including an element of postgraduate research methods training. Each full-time student is allocated two well qualified supervisors, usually from within the Faculty. It is expected that full-time students complete their studies within the funded period of three years and are supported to achieve this. Students have their own workstations on campus and also have access to excellent library services and IT training. They are provided with a comprehensive programme of academic training and skills development, which includes University-wide as well as Faculty-based seminars and workshops.

Scholarship Open for International Students:No

Scholarship Description: The Faculty of Health and Social Care at The Open University is seeking high-quality applications for funded full time studentships and self funded part time students. The Faculty�s research focuses on issues such as ageing and later life; reproductive and sexual health; death and dying; living with a disability and/or long term condition; children and young people; parenting and families. Our research draws on various methodologies and forms of analysis and much is based on multidisciplinary work across the social sciences, in particular drawing on medical sociology, critical psychology, anthropology and other critical, applied social sciences

How to Apply: Online

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 August 2011

Further Scholarship Information and Application

PhD Engineers Teaching Assistant Scholarships in Malaysia and UK

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University of Southampton inviting engineers who have (or are expecting) a first-class degree to apply for one of our five inaugural fully funded PhD teaching assistant scholarships.

Study Subject(s): Engineering
Course Level: PhD Scholarship
Provider: University of Southampton
Scholarship can be taken at: Malaysia and the UK
Eligibility: If have (or are expecting) a first-class honours degree (or equivalent) in engineering or a relevant applied science discipline from a high-level academic institution.

You would spend the first year studying full time on one of our postgraduate (PhD) engineering programmes at our UK campus before moving to Malaysia to continue your research and to provide laboratory and tutorial support to undergraduate students. We anticipate that you would spend around 40 per cent of your time on teaching and learning support activities.

Please note that the teaching assistant responsibilities may not be evenly spread throughout the year and will be at the request of the Head of Academic Administration of out Malaysia campus. Upon competition of you PhD, you will be considered for academic posts at our Malaysia campus.

Research topics Current projects on offer include:
1. Contact mechanics of structured and carbon nanotube surfaces for electrical applications
2. Relationship between three-dimensional structured surfaces and hydrodynamic forces
3. Computational analysis of repetitive two-dimensional plate-like structures
4. Computational analysis of foam structures

How to Apply: please send you CV, the title of the research project you are interested in and the names and email addresses of two academic referees to Professor Neil Stephen at N.G.Stephen-at-southampton.ac.uk

Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications should be submitted by 5.00pm GMT Friday 26th August 2011.

Visit: http://www.southampton.ac.uk/my/