Phd Position in Genomics - Amsterdam

PhD Position Description The MAD-IBU encompasses a well-established experience in microarray technology and was recently granted a 'NWO middelgroot project' to amass and set-up next-generation and third generation sequencing technology. additionally an professional ICT infrastructure in addition as ample bioinformatics know-how is on the market. primarily based on this start line, innovative ways that of using microarray technology and next-generation sequencing in all kinds of life-sciences analysis are developed. Examples are: developing microarrays which will detect RNA synthesis and degradation rates and new ways that to pick so-called Aptamers to analysis prospects for in vivo tracking of specific mRNA molecules. The aim of this PhD Position project is to develop new applications for microarray technology and/or next-generation sequencing, by adapting established or by using innovative techniques. This analysis are tired collaboration with different analysis teams on life-science topics like embryogenesis (Human, AMC and Zebrafish, Leiden University) or plant sciences (SILS). The PhD Student can work inside the MAD-IBU multidisciplinary team on these topics. Appointment The full-time appointment (38 hours per week) are on a brief basis for a most amount of 4 years (18 months and an extra thirty months when a positive evaluation) and will cause a dissertation (PhD thesis). an academic set up are written that has attendance of courses and (international) conferences. The PhD Position is additionally expected to help in teaching of undergraduates. Based on a full-time appointment (38 hours per week) the gross monthly salary can vary from €2042,- within the initial year and €2612,- within the final year, in step with the Dutch salary scales for PhD students. The collective employment agreement (CAO) of Dutch universities is applicable. Eligibility The PhD Position could be a molecular biologist with sensible laboratory skills and expertise in, or affinity for genomics experimentation and knowledge analysis. Given the multidisciplinary nature of the MAD-IBU in addition because the project, sensible communication skills and perseverance are essential. Also, creativity combined with a realistic approach is very important during this advanced analysis domain, as is an inquisitive temperament and an honest motivation. Application Procedure For PhD Position Applications for PhD Position, quoting the vacancy number and marked strictly confidential (in the upper left-hand corner of the envelope), may be written in Dutch, should include a curriculum vitae as well as a motivational letter and can be sent to: University of Amsterdam FNWI Dienst Personeelszaken Postbus 94216 1090 GE Amsterdam The Netherlands Applications for PhD Position can also be emailed to application-science@uva.nl, bearing the vacancy number in the subject line and relevant documents as attachments. Application Deadline 31 May 2012 PhD Position Further Information PhD Position Project information can be obtained from Dr. Timo Breit; e-mail: (t.m.breit@uva.nl); phone +31-(0)20-525-7058 or from Dr. Mark de Jong; e-mail: (h.m.dejong@uva.nl); phone +31-(0)20-525-7765.

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MADRAS (IITM) - Summer Fellowship Programme 2011

The IITM ‐ Summer Fellowship Programme of two months with stipend is designed to enhance awareness and interest in high quality academic research among young Engineering, Management, Sciences and Humanities students through a goal oriented summer miniproject undertaken at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras.

Eligibility: 

Candidates pursuing third year of B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engg)/Integrated M.E./M.Tech. programme, first year of ME/M.Tech/M.Sc./M.A, MBA with outstanding academic background in terms of high ranks in university examinations are encouraged to apply, highlighting their academic performance and achievement including papers presented at seminars, projects executed, design contests participated, score/rank in Mathematics

Olympiad and any other awards/distinctions obtained.

[IIT students are not eligible to apply].

Period of the Project: The contact period for the project will be two months normally during 16 th May ‐ 15 th July 2011. However depending on the convenience, the selected candidates can undertake the project at any time subject to the availability of faculty.

Stipend: A sum of Rs.6,500/‐ (maximum) will be given as a stipend for a total period of 2 months.

Participating Departments:

1. Engineering Departments:

· Aerospace Engg

· Applied Mechanics

· Bio Technology

· Chemical Engg

· Civil Engg

· Computer Science & Engg

· Engineeing Design

· Electrical Engg

· Mechanical Engg

· Metallurgical & Materials Engg

· Ocean Engg.

2. Science Departments:

· Physics

· Chemistry

· Mathematics

3. Humanities & Social Sciences

4. Management Studies

Click here to Download the IITM summer fellowship application form

Grants and Scholarships in Cabrini College - USA

Grants and scholarships may be based on academic merit or financial need or both. These awards are considered "gift aid" and do not need to be repaid by the student.
Federal Pell Grant
Federal Pell Grants are determined by the Department of Education based upon demonstrated financial need and full or part-time enrollment at Cabrini College. Pell Grants may only be used toward the student's first undergraduate degree.
Federal SEOG Grant (Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant)
Federal SEOG Grants are awarded by the Financial Aid Office. Awards are determined for students through a combination of significant need as demonstrated on the FAFSA and the availability of funds. SEOG Grants are disbursed in accordance with Title IV guidelines. Students who are eligible for Federal Pell Grants are considered first for these awards.
PHEAA State Grant
Pennsylvania State Grants are awarded by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) to eligible Pennsylvania residents pursuing their first undergraduate degree. Awards are based upon demonstrated financial need and enrollment (full-time, half-time) status. Continued eligibility (up to eight semesters) is based upon academic progress, housing status, and cost of attendance. PHEAA measures academic progress based upon attempted/completed credits during an academic year (fall, spring, summer).
Cabrini Grant
This grant is determined by the Financial Aid Office based on a combination of financial need as demonstrated on the FAFSA and the availability of funds. It may also be used for students with documented special circumstances.
Cabrini College Achievement Scholarship, Achievement Grant, and Challenge Grant
These are Cabrini College academic merit awards given to eligible incoming students based on their high school GPA and SAT scores. These merit awards may also be available for incoming transfer students.
All applicants to the College are considered. Students must be registered as full-time (12 or more credits per semester). Students receiving Achievement Scholarships must maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA each year to continue to be eligible. Students receiving the Achievement Grants and Challenge Grants must maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA. Award amounts may be reduced for students who do not live in on-campus housing.
Cabrini Alumni Scholarship Award
The Cabrini Alumni Scholarship Award is given to a rising junior who has distinguished him or herself through service to Cabrini, has demonstrated academic excellence, and has exemplified the vision, commitment and dedication to the "education of the heart" embodied by Mother Cabrini. Eligible students are current sophomores who have completed a full year of study at Cabrini, have earned at least 60 credits, and have maintained a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher. They must also meet the College's financial aid requirements as determined by the Financial Aid Office. The application for this award will be available in January.

please contact itrhelp@cabrini.edu.

"Faculty for the Future" fellowships for Women

Faculty for the Future fellowships are awarded to women from developing and emerging economies who are preparing for PhD or post-doctoral study in the physical sciences, engineering, or related disciplines to pursue advanced graduate study at top universities in their disciplines abroad.

Launched by the Schlumberger Foundation in 2004, Faculty for the Future has grown to become a community of 110 women from 35 countries.

The long-term goal of the Faculty for the Future program is to generate conditions that result in more women pursuing scientific disciplines. Grant recipients are therefore selected as much for their leadership capabilities as for their scientific talents, and they are expected to return to their home countries to continue their academic careers and inspire other young women.

Faculty for the Future grants are in the range of USD 25,000 to 50,000 per year, and may be renewed through to completion of studies subject to performance, self-evaluation, and recommendations from supervisors. The amount of the grant depends on the actual costs of studying and living in the chosen location.

NEW GRANT APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications for a 2010 grant open October 5, 2009 and close November 30, 2009. Applications are only accepted through the online system.

Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
i.)be a citizen of a developing or emerging country
ii.)be preparing for PhD or post-doctoral study in the physical sciences or related disciplines
iii.)have a proven track record of teaching experience
iv.)can demonstrate active participation in faculty life and outreach work to encourage young women into the sciences
v.)hold an excellent academic record

Faculty for the Future fellows are expected to return to their home countries to continue their academic careers after their study abroad.

Faculty for the Future grants are based on actual expenses to be incurred and can be up to USD 50,000 per year.

How to apply
Step 1: Please find below the sample forms to download to help prepare your online application. Note that this is for consultation only, therefore DO NOT send in sample forms by e-mail or post as they will not be taken into consideration.

2009-2010 New Application sample
2009-2010 New Letter of Reference sample

Step 2: The online application opens on October 5, 2009 and closes on November 30, 2009.

To apply, please go to www.fftf.slb.com and register for an account. You will then receive your personal login details by e-mail to access the online application.

Please DO NOT register for an account before October 5, 2009.

A successful application will have been through five rounds of review, with the reviewers paying particular attention to the following criteria:
academic performance
quality of references
commitment to teaching
relevance of research to home country
commitment to inspiring young woman into the sciences
quality of host-country university

TOEFL® India Scholarship Programme

(For Students Planning to study in UK, US & Canada)

ETS has developed a scholarship programme to recognise outstanding students in India who will begin their postgraduate studies in the U.K., U.S. or Canada in 2010. The programme will recognise students with high academic achievement who have demonstrated leadership skills, innovative ideas and an outstanding ability to communicate in English.

Seven scholarships are available. Awards will be issued to the attending institutions in order to assist students with their educational expenses. There will be three $10,000 scholarships and four (4) $5,000 scholarships awarded to selected test takers who have already been accepted at an institution in the U.K., U.S. or Canada.



Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
i.)Be an undergraduate or graduate student currently living in India who will begin postgraduate study in the U.K., U.S. or Canada in 2010
ii.) Have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4-point scale
iii.)Demonstrate English proficiency with your TOEFL scores

Before filling out the TOEFL Scholarship application:

1) Take the TOEFL test and receive your scores. On your scholarship application, you will need to provide your total score and section scores, test date, test centre number, registration number and the ETS ID number from your registration confirmation.

2) Complete an intent form that indicates you wish to apply for the TOEFL Scholar Programme. Please include your TOEFL registration number and ETS ID number on your intent form.

After ETS receives your intent form, it will create a file for you and place all your scholarship documents in the file. Since only complete application files will be considered, ETS will contact you if any documentation is missing.

3) Download and print the application form. List all universities in the U.K., U.S. and Canada to which you have applied. Please note that if you are selected as a scholarship winner, you will be required to provide an acceptance letter from an accredited university.

4) Collect all academic and examination transcripts from all the higher education institutions you have attended.

5) Collect two letters of recommendation.
i.)One from a professor or university official who is familiar with your academic contribution and accomplishments (must be on university letterhead)
ii.)One from an employer or from a personal contact (not a friend, classmate or family member) who has knowledge of your activities outside the classroom such as extracurricular activities, community service, work experience, etc. (must be on letterhead of the organisation)

6) Start to compose your written response to the essay question listed on the TOEFL Scholarship Application.

7) Write your TOEFL registration number on all documents, including transcripts and letters of recommendation, in order for your application file to be considered complete.

8) Send your entire application file, including all the items listed above, to ETS by 31 March 2010.

TOEFL Scholar Programme – India
ETS
Rosedale Road, MS 61-L
Princeton, NJ, 08541 USA

You can also write to us at indiascholarships@ets.org or call  at +91 9930 243 795 (9 AM – 6 PM IST).

Selection Process

Only application files that are complete and received by the 31 March 2010 deadline will be considered.
i.)All documentation will be authenticated by ETS.
ii.)Applications will be evaluated by 2 independent raters who are professors within the Indian higher education sector and who have been trained by ETS to evaluate your scholarship application.
iii.)All scholarship applicants will be notified of their standing by 15 April 2010.
iv.)If you are one of the finalists, you will be required to participate in a phone interview and submit your letter of acceptance from the university you plan to attend in 2010 by 15 May 2010 to the address above, referencing your TOEFL registration number.

Winners will be notified by 22 May 2010.

TOEFL Scholarship funds will be dispersed to your attending institution. Winners will need to fill out a tax declaration form with the Indian government for the amount of your award.

Click here to apply for TOEFL scholarship program.

2ND YEAR PG STUDENTS SCHOLARSHIPS BY B-BRAUN MEDICAL TRUST FOUNDATION, INDIA

The main objective of the B. Braun Medical Trust Foundation will be to provide scholarships to post graduate students in the field of medical sciences thereby recognizing the merit & talent of upcoming medical professionals in the country and encouraging excellence in medical education to attain their fullest potential.

Under this program, 50 postgraduate students are annually awarded a postgraduate scholarship in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and potential for success in postgraduate medical study. It is intended that an individual named a B. Braun Medical Trust Foundation Scholar will be recognized as one who has achieved national distinction for his or her achievements, and promises to be a future leader in his or her chosen field of medical service.

The B. Braun Medical Trust Foundation is a non-profit organization, which operates without government financial assistance.


To know more details, Click here.

CONTACT DETAILS

B. Braun Medical Trust Foundation ,
Unit 1, 5th Floor, East Quadrant,
The I.L & F.S Financial Centre,
Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E),
Mumbai 400051
Ph : 91-22-66682281
Fax : 91-22-66682121

Mr. J.N.Mody : jagdishchandra.mody@bbraun.com

To apply :

To fill the application form, click here.