PhD Position in Computer Science (Robotics)

Highlights:

1. The Biologically Inspired Robotics Group (BIRG, http://birg.epfl.ch/) at EPFL (Lausanne, Switzerland) has one open PhD studentship in learning and control for legged compliant robots.

2. The position is part of AMARSI, a European project that will start on March 2010 with various partners in Europe. The position is fully funded.

3. Background:The goal of the PhD thesis will be to participate to the design of movement controllers for rich motor skills based on systems of coupled nonlinear dynamical systems (e.g. oscillators), and to apply them to compliant quadruped and humanoid robots.

4. Requirements: Candidates need to have a Master degree in a field related to robotics and dynamical systems, e.g. in Computer Science, Physics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

5. The ideal candidate for this position should have a strong mathematical background, good programming skills, and be interested in legged robotics. Previous research experience in robotics (in particular the control of quadruped and biped locomotion) and/or in dynamical systems is desirable.

6. How to apply: Step 1: The position is only open to applicants who have been accepted by the EPFL doctoral school (see http://phd.epfl.ch/). The first step is therefore to fill the applications for one of the doctoral programs, the most relevant being "Manufacturing Systems and Robotics", "Computer, communication and information sciences" and "Electrical Engineering".

Scientist Position in India: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

Highlights:

1. Recruitment and Assesment Centre (RAC), Advt. No. 96

2. Last Date : 20/11/2009

3. RAC, DRDO invites applications for following Scientist posts in DRDO :

• Scientist F : 02 posts, Pay Band : PB-4 Rs. 37400-67000/- & Grade Pay 8900/-, Age : 50 years

• Scientist E : 08 posts, PayScale : PB-4 Rs. 37400-67000/- & Grade Pay 8700/-, Age : 45 year

• Scientist D : 07 posts, PayScale : PB-3 Rs. 15600-39100/- & Grade Pay 7600/-, Age : 45 years

• Scientist C : 06 posts, PayScale : PB-3 Rs. 15600-39100/- & Grade Pay 6600/-, Age : 35 years

4. How to Apply:Neatly filled application on A4 size paper only in the prescribed format accompanied with two self-addressed unstamped envelope and crossed IPO of the value Rs.50/- (for each post) in favour of 'Director, RAC,' payable at Delhi should be sent to Director Recruitment & Assesment Centre, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi - 110054 preferably by registered post, superscribed "Application for post of Scientist ' --' , Advt.No.96 Item No "--". No fee for SC/ST/PH candidates. Candidates can also apply Online.

5. Visit http://rac.drdo.in/ for complete details and application form.

Senior Scientist in Cell Biology

Highlights:

1. Ref.TA-01/09- Scientist in Cell Biology

2. We are seeking a senior scientist to work with small domain antibodies against a large range targets

3. PhD Degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent

4. Strong scientific background in Cell Biology/immunology and

5. Molecular Biology: Hands-on experience with several of the following techniques:

6. Cell-based potency and screening assays

7. Sound knowledge of flow cytometry

8. ELISA, Western Blot and IP Protein-protein interaction assays (Biacore, Alphascreen)

9. Protein purification methods ( Akta)

10. Relevant industrial experience ( Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology) is an asset

11. Response with CV to positions@technophage.pt

Goldsmiths International Postgraduate fellowships: UK

Highlights:

1. There are up to 10 scholarships available to prospective international students studying for a full-time taught Master’s programme .

2. The scholarship provides a £5,000 fee waiver and is tenable for one year only.

3. To be eligible to apply you must have applied for a place on a full-time postgraduate taught degree, have an international fee liability and are self-financing to some extent. You will also need to demonstrate academic excellence and / or significant achievement in your chosen field of study.

4. Please note that current students are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.

How to apply

5. You will need to complete an International Postgraduate Scholarship application form (MS Word), and return it to:

6. Bursaries & Scholarships Officer

Student Support RHB 124

Goldsmith, University of London

New Cross

London SE14 6NW

7. Please note that your application form for a scholarship is processed separately from your application form for admission. You must therefore ensure that you provide COPIES of all relevant transcripts and certificates with the application.

Deadline Applications must reach us by 1 April 2010.

8. Selection criteria: All applications will be assessed on academic merit only – financial circumstances will not be taken into account.

9. Goldsmiths University of London

Further Scholarship Information and Application

http://www.gold.ac.uk/media/international-postgraduate-scholarship-application-form.doc

Post-doc in Organic chemistry

Highlights:

1. Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in organic chemistry.

2. Salary/Starting date negotiable; January 2010 preferred.

3. This individual will be involved in the synthesis and the characterization of conjugated polymers that will be utilized in organic photovoltaic devices. Ideal candidate should have a strong experience in polymer chemistry, as well as structural characterization skills using GPC, NMR, etc.

4. The research program combines organic synthesis, spectroscopic characterization, device fabrication, and computational studies. The research will provide ample opportunity to learn about and expand into new research areas beyond synthesis.

5. Duties and Responsibilities: This individual will be involved in the development and execution of experiments, data interpretation, manuscript preparation and working with collaborators and other members of the research team.

6. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter and a CV. Be sure to include a list of publications, along with the contact information of three references. Qualified applicants should apply online at https://jobs.ndsu.edu and use posting #0900128.

7. Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in chemistry; excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work well as a member of a research team.

8. Closing date: open until filled.

9. Preferred qualifications: A strong background in synthetic organic chemistry with a focus on conjugated polymer synthesis. Experience with a variety of spectroscopic techniques.

Prof. M. Erkan Kose

Department of Chemistry & Molecular Biology

North Dakota State University

Dept 2735, PO Box 6050

Fargo, ND 58108-6050

phone: (701) 231-8291

fax: (701) 231-8831

email: muhammet.kose@ndsu.edu