7 PhD Studentships in Engineering Institute of Mechanical, Process & Energy Engineering and Institute of Sensors, Signals & Systems Heriot-Watt University -School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

7 Scholarships leading to a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

The Institutes of Mechanical, Process & Energy Engineering and
Sensors, Signals & Systems at Heriot-Watt University are advertising 7
James Watt Scholarships leading to a PhD in either Chemical,
Mechanical or Electrical Engineering across a range of topics, to
start in autumn 2013. These scholarships provide stipend and full
fees for 3 years and available to both UK/EU students (stipend £15k
pa) and overseas students (stipend £10k pa).

All applicants must have or expect to have a 1st class MEng or
equivalent degree by Autumn 2013. Selection will be based on academic
excellence and research potential, and all short-listed applicants
will be interviewed (in person, by 'phone or by Skype).

Synopses of the projects available, web pages and email addresses of
supervisors from whom further details are available, and information
on how to apply can all be found by clicking the 'Apply' button below.

Closing Date: 31st January 2013

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Erasmus Mundus Master in Chemical Innovation and Regulation

 

 

Erasmus Mundus Master in Chemical Innovation and Regulation

Scholarship - The EMMC ChIR - Erasmus Mundus Master in
Chemical Innovation and Regulation - provides professionals with all the tools and knowledge needed from the scientific, the regulatory and the
economic point of view to manage the risks of chemicals responsibly and
to meet responsibilities over chemical legislation worldwide. As an
Erasmus Mundus project, ChIR aims to promote research and collaboration
in the EHEA supporting the implementation of chemical safety
regulations.
The application is made on-line, and is the same for Category A and Category B candidates.
Minimim Admission Requirements :
The Master's degree is designed to provide additional education or
training in the student's specialized branch of knowledge. The minimum
requirements for admission to the Masters are:
1) Strong Academic Background in appropriate disciplines
2) Demonstrated command of the English language
3) Adequate financial resources

http://www.emmcchir.org/index.html

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Postdoc Position: Smart reactors for Chemical Vapor Deposition, University of Groningen

Postdoc position at the University of Groningen, The Netherlands.

http://phdvacancy.com/postdoc-position-in-control-systems-smart-reactors-for-chemical-vapor-deposition-university-of-groningen/

The group of Discrete Technology and Production Automation from the Institute of Industrial Engineering and Management and the group of Nanostructured Materials and Interfaces from the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials.

Project title: Smart reactors for Chemical Vapor Deposition

General description: The final aim of the project is to develop fully-automated

CVD reactors through mechatronics re-design of the reactors with an emphasis on Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) reactors that are used by PHOTONIS. The postdoc candidate is expected to develop generic dynamical models of the CVD processes based on fundamental physical laws which are suitable for developing model-based feedback control systems and can describe the current CVD process at PHOTONIS. Distributed sensing and actuation methods will be explored in the project that improve the monitoring and control of the reactors. In order to understand the CVD process at PHOTONIS also initially a detailed analysis of the relation between process conditions, the structure of deposited films and the properties of the films is performed.

Research team profile:

The research group of Discrete Technology and Production Automation (DTPA) focuses on developing quantitative and analytical theories and methodologies for complex industrial processes and systems, such as autonomous robots, sensor networks, semiconductors, energy systems and space systems.
The research group of Nanostructured Materials and Interfaces focuses on establishing the relation between nanostructures and functional properties of materials with a direct application perspective.

PHOTONIS is a multinational high-technology group, with more than 40 years’ experience in manufacturing, sales and innovation, specializing in photo sensor technology. The Group operates internationally in the markets of Night Vision, Industrial, Scientific and Medical research.

Candidate profile:

We are looking for a candidate with a doctorate degree in the areas of systems & control theory, mechatronics and/or material sciences. Experience of the candidate with physical-chemistry modeling and semiconductor or crystallization processes is highly desirable. Prior work experience with Transmission Electron Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy and/or Chemical Vapor Deposition process is desirable.

Application procedure:

Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Curriculum vitae including a list of publications and a list of referees
- Statement of research interest

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Newcastle University - PhD Studentship in Chemistry

 

 

PhD Studentship
Chemical looping using novel perovskite-type oxy-carriers for hydrogen
production
Newcastle University

Reference Code: CE036
Closing Date: 31st October 2012

Details:

Name of the supervisor(s)
Professor Ian Metcalfe

Sponsor
Funding is available from Newcastle University for qualified candidates.

Duration of the award
3 years

Project description
This project will study the use of perovskite mixed metal oxides in a
chemical looping process for hydrogen production from the
water-gas-shift and/or methane partial oxidation and steam reforming
reactions. By using an appropriate oxygen carrier, a chemical looping
process separates temporally the oxidation and reduction steps of the
overall reaction negating the need for a hydrogen separation step. The
project will investigate the suitability of different oxygen carriers.
It is expected that perovskite-type metal oxides will have a longer
lifetime and higher stability compared to their pure metal
counterparts currently in use in chemical looping. This project will
be supported by the activities of the Group of Applied Catalysis in
Newcastle as part of the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Supergen Hub.

Value of the Award and Eligibility
A full award covers tuition fees and an annual stipend of £13,590
(2012/13) . UK, European and overseas students are eligible for
funding.

Person Specification
You should have a 2:1 honours degree or higher or international
equivalent, in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science or a
related subject. You must also have the potential for performing
original research.

If English is not your first language, you should have IELTS 6.5,
TOEFL 575 (paper-based) or 233 (computer-based) or equivalent.

How to Apply
You should apply by sending your CV and covering letter to Ian
Metcalfe (i.metcalfe@ncl.ac.uk). Applicants should also arrange for
two references to be sent directly to Ian Metcalfe. The successful
applicant will then be asked to apply for University admission using
the University's online postgraduate application form inserting the
reference number CE036 and selecting 'Master of Research/Doctor of
Philosophy.' Unsuccessful applications will not be acknowledged.

Further Information
For further information contact Professor Ian Metcalfe, email
i.metcalfe@ncl.ac.uk.

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PhD Organic Chemistry Belgium

PhD Organic Chemistry Belgium

Applicants must possess a MSc in Chemical Engineering or related subject and a TOEFL certificate or equivalent. Relevant experience in the area of reactor engineering, kinetics, and/or computational chemistry is strongly recommended.

Further details: Please visit PhD Position in Organic Chemistry, Laboratory for Chemical Technology, Ghent University, Belgium



Marie Curie PhD Spain

A suitable candidate should have a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or a closely related subject.
Further details: Please visit Marie Curie PhD Position in Numerical Simulation, Valencia, Spain

Best Regards,

Suman
Research Grants ~ PhD, Postdoc Master Scholarships



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MSc by Research in Wireless Technologies and PhD in Molecular Science

MSc by Research in Wireless Technologies

The successful candidate will be a key member of a team with expertise in low power embedded system design, wireless sensor networks (protocols, coding and networking), design automation for wireless sensor networks.

Further Details: Please visit MSc by Research Position in Wireless Technologies, Tyndall National Institute, Ireland

PhD in Molecular Science

The program is open to students who hold a Master’s degree in the biosciences, chemistry, or related fields, or students who expect to finish their master study before June 2012.

Further Details: Please visit PhD Positions in Molecular Science in MFPL, Vienna, Austria
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133 PhD Scholarships at Politecnico di Torino, Italy

Politecnico di Torino, Italy

Public competitive examinations are announced for admission to the three-year Research Doctorate Programs of the Politecnico of Torino, for the 27th Cycle. The competitive examinations will award a total of 241 positions and 133 scholarships, distributed as in the table below; please note that the table below does not include the supernumerary positions available for each Doctorate Course.

CIVIL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
PHYSICAL, CHEMICAL AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES FOR ENGINEERING

Deadline for submission of applications: 26th September 2011

http://dottorato.polito.it/bandi_en.html

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11 PhD Fellowships from FEM, Italy

11 FEM Fellowships starting on Spring 2011

FEM - Research and Innovation Centre welcomes applications for 3-years research fellowships to support brilliant and highly motivated students to get the PhD title in the fields covered by the Centre.

We welcome applications from students of all countries. The official language of the programme is English. Applications can be sent from 13 September 2010.

General information

Eleven (11) scholarships are available for PhD research in the fields covered by the strategic research areas of our Centre: Environment and Natural Resources Area , Food Quality and Nutrition Area, Genomics and Crop Biology Area. Applicants will be assessed on the basis of their curriculum and of the letters of reference. Letters sent by the applicants will not be considered (see below the form for the reference letter).

The grant is for three years and the expected start is February 2011 (Spring 2011 at the latest). The gross salary is 20.000 Euros per year. Students will also benefit of funding for travelling to our projects' partner institutions as the projects include a minimum period of 6-months-stay at the institution co-responsible for the single PhD project.

There is a general empowerment of the student choice when applying to our PhD research projects. Candidates can postulate for one to three specific projects (see list).

Selected candidates are awarded a 3-years fellowship. The scholarship can be additionally extended for up to 1 year, pending the approval of the FEM PhD Fellowships Committee.

Please note that the CRI issues a specific certificate of attendance, but candidates are asked to register at the doctoral school of the University partner of the project or of another University, in order to get the conferral of the PhD degree. The selected candidate has 1 year time from the start of the contract to register at the University doctoral school. If the candidate fails to register within the first year, the scholarship will be interrupted.

Admissions requirements

Candidates should hold a Master's degree or equivalent in fields relevant to the research projects (e.g. biology, chemistry, ecology, mathematics, environmental science…).

DEADLINES

CRI PhD Office receives applications from September 13 to October 18, 2010.

Application deadline 18 October 2010.

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PhD Studentship in Organic Chemistry - Monash University

Fully funded PhD studentship
Dendrimer Synthesis
Monash University, Australia

We seek an outstanding PhD candidate with a background in synthetic organic chemistry to develop a new class of dendritic molecules, and to study their applications. The position is fully funded, both fees and stipend, for four years.

Project description

The successful candidate will investigate a new method for the synthesis of a library of dendrimers with variations in the sizes and shapes of the monomers, and of the strength and character of the forces between them. One aim of the project is to make dendrimers carrying a variety of functionality, and with the flexibility of the synthetic strategy, engineer the molecules for solubility, surface activity, and assembly into larger structures.

Measurement of the conformations of the dendrimers using Small-Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS) is part of the project, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain experience with this method at the Australian Synchrotron, collocated with Monash University. Computer models for the dendrimer conformations will be tested by the SAXS methods.

Monash University

Monash University has Australia's leading chemistry school, ranking 64th in Shanghai's Jiao Tong Index. Monash is one of only three Australian universities ranked in the global top 100 for Chemistry, according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). The ARWU annually grades over 1000 institutes on six objective indicators including the number of highly cited researchers, the number of articles published in the journals Nature and Science and the per capita performance with respect to the size of the institution.

Applications

Interested candidates should send a CV, a short description of research interests, and the names of two or more referees to the email addresses below.

Enquiries should be directed to:

Dr. David Lupton,

david.lupton@monash.edu,

http://users.monash.edu.au/~dwlupton/index.html.

or

Dr. Angus Gray-Weale,

angus.gray-weale@monash.edu,

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28 PhD positions in Science, Scuola Normale, Italy

Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa, Italy

06/24/2010
Doctorate (Phd) – Faculty Of Sciences. Second Competition Session - Academic Year 2010-2011

Art.1 – The second session of the Competition for the assignment of the remaining twenty-eight PhD scholarships for the Faculty of Sciences is now open. The application deadline is 20 September 2010, and the positions available are:

5 places in Molecular Biophysics in partnership with the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT);
4 places in Chemistry;
5 places in Physics;
3 places in Condensed Matter Physics in partnership with the Silvio Tronchetti Provera Foundation and the Region of Tuscany;
4 places in Mathematics;
3 places in Mathematics for Industrial Technologies and Finance in partnership with the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) and the Region of Tuscany;
4 places in Neuroscience in partnership with the Region of Tuscany.
Art.2 – Every Selection Committee shall determine the minimum number of points necessary to consider each exam as passed.


Art.3 – Candidates who did not pass the oral exam in the spring session are reminded that they must expressly request of the Scuola Normale – by email if they prefer - the possibility to participate in the autumn session of the Competition, acceding directly to the written and/or oral exams of that session.

Art.4 – The 3rd paragraph of Art.3 (GRE Test) of the Regulations for the Announcement of Competition dated 3 February 2010 is integrated as follows:
f) PhD in Molecular Biophysics: GRE Subject Test: Physics, Chemistry, or Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology.

Art.5 – For all other matters, the Competition Regulations issued with Scuola Normale Presidential Decree no. 76 dated 3 February 2010 remain valid. The full text can be found at:
http://www.sns.it/en/scuola/ammissione/corsodiperfezionamento/scienze/

Pisa, 24 -6-2010
THE PRESIDENT
Prof. Salvatore Settis

http://www.sns.it/en/news/storiconews/2010/giugno/II_tornatacorsuale/
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PhD Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics Hasselt University

Within the research Group Theoretical Chemistry of Hasselt University, the following position (m/f) is available:

PhD Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics (2x2 years)
(mandate SBG/2009/001)

Job description
The candidate will prepare a PhD thesis within the framework of a project entitled "From orbital imaging to molecular quantum similarity in momentum space" (financial support by the Fund for scientific Research _ Flanders and the University of Hasselt). The first goal of the project is to develop and apply theoretical methods for quantitative interpretations of advanced “orbital imaging” experiments employing Electron Momentum Spectroscopy (EMS), taking into into account conformational mobility as well as electron correlation and relaxation - EMS is a powerful technique which enables straightforward determinations of orbital momentum densities from an angular analysis of electron-impact ionization & scattering cross-sections. A second aspect of the project pertains to the calculation from these densities of new criteria of molecular similarity, of relevance for the pharmaceutical industry, and of efficient descriptors of the chemical
reactivity, in collaboration with the division of quantum chemistry at the University of Ghent (Prof. P. Bultinck). This proposed research project is a continuation of a PhD thesis that has been awarded by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemists.

Diploma
Academic license (4 years), master (5 years) of equivalent diploma (bvb. DEA) in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences, or civil engineering in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences. Students who will complete their study this year can also apply.

Offer
Scholarship for a PhD in Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics within the research group of Michael S. Deleuze (awards by the World Association of Theoretically Oriented Chemists and by the Royal Flemisch Academy of Belgium for Sciences and Arts). The scholarship is available for a period of 4 years. It consists of a first appointment of 2 years, followed by a prolongation of 2 years unless negative evaluation of the first period. The scholarship is subject to social security. Important computer facilities and a supporting research environment are available for the candidate (for more information on our research activities, visit our website: http://www.uhasselt.be/theochem).

Further information
* Content job responsibilities: prof. dr. Michael S. Deleuze, +32-11-26 83 03, michael.deleuze@uhasselt.be
* Content terms of employment and selection procedure: Jef Vanvoorden, 011-26 80 80, jef.vanvoorden@uhasselt.be
Application
Applicants must use the official application forms
* which are available at the Rectoraat of Hasselt University, Campus Diepenbeek, Agoralaan - building D, B-3590 Diepenbeek (Belgium), phone +32 - 11 - 26 80 03
* or which can be downloaded here pdf-file / Word format.
The completed application forms must reach the above mentioned address no later than Wednesday, July 1st 2009.
Application by e-mail will only be taken into consideration when sent to the following address: jobs@uhasselt.be.

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PhD Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics, Belgium

Within the research Group Theoretical Chemistry of Hasselt University, the following position (m/f) is available:

PhD Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics (2x2 years)
(mandate SBG/2009/001)

Job description
The candidate will prepare a PhD thesis within the framework of a project entitled "From orbital imaging to molecular quantum similarity in momentum space" (financial support by the Fund for scientific Research _ Flanders and the University of Hasselt). The first goal of the project is to develop and apply theoretical methods for quantitative interpretations of advanced “orbital imaging” experiments employing Electron Momentum Spectroscopy (EMS), taking into into account conformational mobility as well as electron correlation and relaxation - EMS is a powerful technique which enables straightforward determinations of orbital momentum densities from an angular analysis of electron-impact ionization & scattering cross-sections. A second aspect of the project pertains to the calculation from these densities of new criteria of molecular similarity, of relevance for the pharmaceutical industry, and of efficient descriptors of the chemical
reactivity, in collaboration with the division of quantum chemistry at the University of Ghent (Prof. P. Bultinck). This proposed research project is a continuation of a PhD thesis that has been awarded by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemists.

Diploma
Academic license (4 years), master (5 years) of equivalent diploma (bvb. DEA) in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences, or civil engineering in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences. Students who will complete their study this year can also apply.

Offer
Scholarship for a PhD in Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics within the research group of Michael S. Deleuze (awards by the World Association of Theoretically Oriented Chemists and by the Royal Flemisch Academy of Belgium for Sciences and Arts). The scholarship is available for a period of 4 years. It consists of a first appointment of 2 years, followed by a prolongation of 2 years unless negative evaluation of the first period. The scholarship is subject to social security. Important computer facilities and a supporting research environment are available for the candidate (for more information on our research activities, visit our website: http://www.uhasselt.be/theochem).

Further information
* Content job responsibilities: prof. dr. Michael S. Deleuze, +32-11-26 83 03, michael.deleuze@uhasselt.be
* Content terms of employment and selection procedure: Jef Vanvoorden, 011-26 80 80, jef.vanvoorden@uhasselt.be
Application
Applicants must use the official application forms
* which are available at the Rectoraat of Hasselt University, Campus Diepenbeek, Agoralaan - building D, B-3590 Diepenbeek (Belgium), phone +32 - 11 - 26 80 03
* or which can be downloaded here pdf-file / Word format.
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PhD Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics

PhD Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics (2x2 years)
(mandate SBG/2009/001)

Job description
The candidate will prepare a PhD thesis within the framework of a project entitled "From orbital imaging to molecular quantum similarity in momentum space" (financial support by the Fund for scientific Research _ Flanders and the University of Hasselt). The first goal of the project is to develop and apply theoretical methods for quantitative interpretations of advanced “orbital imaging” experiments employing Electron Momentum Spectroscopy (EMS), taking into into account conformational mobility as well as electron correlation and relaxation - EMS is a powerful technique which enables straightforward determinations of orbital momentum densities from an angular analysis of electron-impact ionization & scattering cross-sections. A second aspect of the project pertains to the calculation from these densities of new criteria of molecular similarity, of relevance for the pharmaceutical industry, and of efficient descriptors of the chemical
reactivity, in collaboration with the division of quantum chemistry at the University of Ghent (Prof. P. Bultinck). This proposed research project is a continuation of a PhD thesis that has been awarded by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemists.

Diploma
Academic license (4 years), master (5 years) of equivalent diploma (bvb. DEA) in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences, or civil engineering in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences. Students who will complete their study this year can also apply.

Offer
Scholarship for a PhD in Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics within the research group of Michael S. Deleuze (awards by the World Association of Theoretically Oriented Chemists and by the Royal Flemisch Academy of Belgium for Sciences and Arts). The scholarship is available for a period of 4 years. It consists of a first appointment of 2 years, followed by a prolongation of 2 years unless negative evaluation of the first period. The scholarship is subject to social security. Important computer facilities and a supporting research environment are available for the candidate (for more information on our research activities, visit our website: http://www.uhasselt.be/theochem).

Further information
* Content job responsibilities: prof. dr. Michael S. Deleuze, +32-11-26 83 03, michael.deleuze@uhasselt.be
* Content terms of employment and selection procedure: Jef Vanvoorden, 011-26 80 80, jef.vanvoorden@uhasselt.be
Application
Applicants must use the official application forms
* which are available at the Rectoraat of Hasselt University, Campus Diepenbeek, Agoralaan - building D, B-3590 Diepenbeek (Belgium), phone +32 - 11 - 26 80 03
* or which can be downloaded here pdf-file / Word format.
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PhD Scholarships in Chemistry, University of Warwick

Department of Chemistry
University of Warwick http://www.warwick.ac.uk/go/chemistry/research

PhD Studentships will be available in 2009/10 for projects in:
* Chemical Biology
* Materials Chemistry
* Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics
* Synthetic Chemistry
* Theory and Computational Chemistry

You will normally have high 2i or 1st degree in Chemistry or related
science and have evidence of research ability from your undergraduate
degree.

International students must have the equivalent of a UK 2i or above.
You may also have a Masters or MChem degree.

Please apply using the University of Warwick on-line application
system www.go.warwick.ac.uk/pgapply

Competitive Scholarships
The Department of Chemistry at Warwick also supports applications for
University of Warwick competitive scholarships.

More information is available at
www.go.warwick.ac.uk/chem-phd/funding/wprs

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PhD Scholarships in Chemistry, Monash University

School of Chemistry (Melbourne, Australia)

Several PhD scholarships are available to work in the group of
Professor Cameron Jones.

In the past 5 years remarkable progress has been made in the chemistry
of low oxidation state and low coordination number s- and p-block
compounds. It is now possible to prepare and investigate the
fascinating reactivity of such compounds, many of which were thought
incapable of existence until a few years ago. Our group is one of the
leaders in this field and have made a number of recent landmark
advances (see for e.g. Science, 2007, 318, 1754; Angew. Chem. Int.
Ed., 2008, 47, 9079; Chem. Commun., 2008, 6285; J. Am. Chem. Soc.,
2006, 128, 2206)). The positions on offer will involve an extension of
this work and will see you acquiring many synthetic, spectroscopic and
computational skills. The possibility may also exist for you to spend
6 months working in a collaborators laboratory in one of a number of
European or North American Universities.

You must have a first class Honours degree in Chemistry (or an
equivalent qualification). You should be highly motivated, organised
and work well in a team. These positions are open to students of all
nationalities (including Australian nationals) who are eligible for a
visa to study in Australia. The scholarships will include
international student fees (if applicable) and a generous stipend.
Please note that you MUST have, or be about to obtain, an IELTS or
TOEFL certificate of English language proficiency, if English is not
your first language. (see
www.monash.edu/international/studyabroad/applications/english.html for
more details)

The School of Chemistry at Monash University (www.chem.monash.edu.au)
is the leading Chemistry Department in Australia and has superb
facilities. Melbourne has been ranked by several international surveys
to be the world's most liveable city.

In the first instance informal enquiries should be directed to
Professor Cameron Jones (+61-3-9902-0391,
cameron.jones@sci.monash.edu.au). Related information can be found at:
http://www.chem.monash.edu.au/staff/jones/index.html

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PhD Studentships in Chemistry at University of London

Department of Chemistry

For entry from September 2009

Applications are invited for our three year research programmes
leading to the degree of PhD. The department deadline for
recommending the applicants for scholarships for overseas students for
2009 entry is 1 March 2009 so you should aim to submit your
application by the middle of February to give it time to be considered
and processed. Competition is extremely high for the overseas
scholarships so you will need to have the equivalent of a first class
honours degree from a recognized university. You should have achieved
the standard level on the IELTS (International English Language
Testing System) which would be an overall grade of 6.5 with a minimum
of 6.0 in each of the subtests.

The Department performed very impressively in the latest RAE appraisal
with every submission being ranked as internationaly recognised or
better which means that even members of staff that are in the very
beginning of their career are world class. Prospective candidates are
expected to contact members of the academic staff working in their
fields of interest via. http://www.chem.ucl.ac.uk/people/acadstaff.html

Our main research activities are in the following areas:

Chemical Biology
Chemical Physics
Chemical Magnetism
Computational Chemistry
Crystallography/Industrial Materials
Electrochemistry
High Performance Scientific Computing
Inorganic and Materials Chemistry
Nanoscience
Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Spectroscopy

Further information on our research programmes is available from
http://www.chem.ucl.ac.uk/research/index.html

The department has world class facilities in the areas of scanning
probe microscopy, x-ray powder diffraction, scanning electron
microscopy, mass spectrometry, NMR, XPS, ultra fast laser
spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, computational chemistry,
time-resolved photoelectron spectroscopy, attosecond science, FTIR
RAIRS spectroscopy, and thermal imaging. The Department also makes
extensive use of national and international neutron and synchrotron
radiation facilities.

Close collaborative links exist with industry and other university
departments in the UK and abroad.

Applications can be filled out on line at
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/admission/graduate-study/application-admission/
and information on English requirements are at
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate-study/application-admission/english-language.


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PhD position at Department of Chemistry, Bergen Norway

Universitetet i Bergen
5007 BERGEN

English
Research Fellow (PhD position) in Chemistry at Department of Chemistry - re-announcement

At the Department of Chemistry ( http://www.kj.uib.no/ ) a 3-year position as Research Fellow is available from 1 September 2008 (or earlier) in the field of petroleum chemistry/acoustics within the project "Epsilon multiphase flow measurement".

The position is financed by "The Michelsen Centre for Industrial Measurement Science and Technology" (http://www.michelsencentre.com/), a centre for research based innovation (CRI) financed by the Research Council of Norway and partners in the CRI. The project is carried out in a cooperation between the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Physics and Technology (http://ifteng.iportal.uib.no/) (UiB), Christian Michelsen Research AS (http://www.michelsencentre.com/) (CMR), Bergen and the industry partner Roxar ASA (http://www.roxar.com/.). The place of work will be at the Department of Chemistry.

The PhD work will focus on collecting chemical, electrical and physical fluid data for representative petroleum production wellstream systems and analysing the correlation between them, in order to establish fluid property models that can result in more reliable and accurate interpretation of the inputs to multiphase meters. The focus will be on frequency dependent models for calculation of complex permittivity for fluid mixtures that are present during the production of hydrocarbons by the petroleum industry. The models will be used to increase the accuracy and reliability of the measurements under a wide range of flow conditions. One topic of high interest is the effects of commonly used process enhancing additives on the electromagnetic properties of the production fluids. The work will address both chemical and physical aspects of the systems, and the project requires integration of elements from several research fields.

A description of the position can be downloaded from the Internet:
http://www.uib.no/mnfa/stillingsomtaler/stipendiat/Kjemi_08-1360.htm

For further information about the position, please contact Professor Tanja Barth, Department of Chemistry, Realfagbygget, AlIegt. 41, 5007 Bergen, Norway, tel. +47 55583483, e-mail: Tanja.Barth@ki.uib.no

The research fellow must take part in the University's approved PhD programme leading to the degree within a time limit of 3 years. Application for admission to the PhD programme, including a project plan outline for the training module, will be worked out in collaboration with the research group in question.

The fellowship period may be reduced if the successful applicant has held previous employment as research fellow.

Applicants must have achieved a master's degree or equivalent in chemistry, petroleum technology or physics, or have submitted their master thesis for assessment by the application deadline. It is a prerequisite, however, that the formal admission requirements for the PhD programme are met before appointment can be made.

The applicant should possess good cooperation and communication skills.

Starting salaries at salary level 43 (code 1017) on the government salary scale; currently NOK 325,800 gross p.a.; following ordinary meriting regulations (range 43/47).

State employment shall reflect the multiplicity of the population at large to the highest possible degree. The University of Bergen has therefore adopted a personnel policy objective to ensure that we achieve a balanced age and sex composition and the recruitment of persons of various ethnic backgrounds. Persons of different ethnic backgrounds are therefore encouraged to apply for the position.

The University of Bergen applies the principles of public openness when recruiting staff to scientific positions.

The successful applicant must comply with the guidelines that apply to the position at any time.

Application and CV should be sent via www.jobbnorge.no

The application should contain a brief statement of research interests and motivation and the names and contact details of two referees.

Copies of diplomas/transcripts (bachelor and master) and testimonials as well as scientific works including a list of publications (all in 3 copies/sorted in 3 identical bundles) should be sent to Department of Chemistry, The University of Bergen, Allégaten 41, 5007 Bergen, Norway.

Closing date for applications: 30 June 2008.

Quote reference number: 08/1360

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