Application Deadline: February 15, 2011
Announced by the Department of Ecology and Environmental Science (EMG) www.emg.umu.se
A PhD position (4 years) in the project “Biotic resistence in fish communities” is available.
Project description
There is large variation between natural communities in their susceptibility to invasions, and we have a poor understanding of the underlying mechanisms. In this project we use information about >1200 introductions of fish species to Swedish lakes to examine what properties of ecological communities that make them resistant to invasive species. The project will generate knowledge that can be used in management, but there is also a strong focus on development of general theory within this field. More information is found at: www.emg.umu.se/english/research/research-projects/biotic-resistence/?
A PhD education is 4 years (48 months) and the PhD-student will get a formal position at the start of the project (Swe: doktorandanställning). Up to 10 % as teaching assistant may be included in the position (then the position will be extended accordingly).
Requirements
The recruitment procedure for the position is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance (Högskoleförordningen Chapter 5 and 7). Prerequisites include either i) 240 ECTS credits (Swe. högskolepoäng) of higher education studies of which 60 should be on an advanced level (Master level), or ii) 120 Swedish (old) credits (Swe. poäng; corresponding to 180 ECTS credits) of higher education studies if they were taken before July 1, 2007 or equivalent competence.
The successful applicant should have good ability to write and speak in English, creativity, power of initiative, independence and ability to collaborate. Evaluations will be based on results on University courses, quality of master’s thesis, references, interviews and the letter of intent.
Application
The application should include a short description of your research interests and why you are interested in the position, CV, certificates from higher education, copies of Bachelors/Masters thesis, and contact information for 3 reference persons. The application may be written in English or Swedish.
For more information, contact Professor Göran Englund, at goran.englund@emg.umu.se.
Union information is available from SACO, +46-(0)90-786 53 65, SEKO, +46-(0)90-786 52 96 and ST, +46-(0)90-786 54 31.
The procedure for recruitment for the position is in accordance with the
Higher Education Ordinance (chapt. 12, 2 §) and the decision regarding the position cannot be appealed.
Documents sent electronically should be in MS Word or PDF format. Your complete application, marked with reference number 313-1120-10, should be sent to jobb@umu.se (state the reference number as subject) or to the Registrar, Umeå University, SE-901 87 Umeå, Sweden to arrive February 15, 2011 at the latest.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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25 Nov 2010
[Sweden Scholarship]: PhD scholarship in SuMo BIOMATERIALS at Chalmers University of Technology
Reference number 2010/281
Application deadline 2011-01-07
SuMo Biomaterials performs research with the aim to develop smart functionalities, with emphasis of flow in materials with starting point from the needs of our member companies. Our approach is highly interdisciplinary with scientists from chemistry, physics and mathematics. Scientist from companies, university and institute work together in a research environment founded on mutual respect between fundamental and applied science as well as business demands.
SuMo Biomaterials is funded by VINNOVA and our member companies and hosted by Chalmers University of Technology and is integrated into Chalmers' strategy for sustainable development. SuMo Biomaterials is one of the excellence centers within Chalmers' Area of Advance - Materials Science. SuMo Biomaterials has the vision to satisfy industrial needs through excellence in science.
Job description
SuMo Biomaterials aim to achieve predictability with respect to designing materials with specific flow profiles. We are organized in four research modules that interact in a unique way. The Diffusion & flow module focuses on experimental characterization of flow on various length and time-scales. The Material structure module focuses on static and dynamic microstructure characterization at several scales. The focus in the Mathematical & computer modelling module is to model both microstructures and flow. In the Material design module we construct materials with structures varying from nano to micrometers with the goal to achieve synergies in flow properties.
Together the four modules aim towards an innovative way of working that will result in both scientific excellence and innovations.
As a SuMo collaborator you should have an interest in interdisciplinary ways of working. In practice this means that experimentalists and theoreticians work closely together towards our goals. We are currently seeking post-docs and PhD students in several projects and spread among the four modules in the program.
Read more about our ways of working at our homepage: http://chalmers.se/chem/sumo-en
The employment is 4 years and 3 months, whereof about 5% is devoted to teaching or other duties at the Division. The remaining time is for research activities within the PhD project as well as for graduate courses.
Required qualifications
We welcome applicants with an interest in interdisciplinary ways of working in the four modules mentioned above. You have a degree in chemistry, physics, materials science or other relevant areas. The knowledge of the Swedish language is desirable but not a must, whereas a good level of spoken and written English is required.
Application procedure
The application shall be written in English and include the following items:
- An application of a maximum of one A4 page containing your specific qualifications for the position
- Attested copies of education certificates, including grade reports and other documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letters of recommendation and name of reference persons (optional)
The application shall be sent electronically as pdf or zipped documents. Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.
If any material is not available electronically or cannot be transferred to pdf format, the material can be sent as a hard copy to Registrar. The applicants name and the reference number (2010/281) must be written on the first page of the application.
Address:
Registrar
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg
Sweden
Further information
If you are interested in this position and need more information please contact Professor Magnus Nydén (mnyden@chalmers.se).
For further information about the research activities in our Areas of Advance at Chalmers look at www.chalmers.se, and learn more about SuMO at www.chalmers.se/chem/sumo-en
Union representatives
- SACO: Jan Lindér
- ST: Marie Wenander
- SEKO: Johan Persson
All reachable via Chalmers exchange: +46 31 772 10 00
Link: http://www.chalmers.se/chem/EN/news/vacancies/positions/phd-student-positions-in8194
More Sweden Scholarship: http://swedenscholarships.blogspot.com/
16 Jun 2010
Sweden: PhD studentship in Energy Technology and Thermal Process Chemistry
Application Deadline: August 2, 2010 at the latest.
PhD student position at Energy Technology and Thermal Process Chemistry“Green” fuels from biomass via torrefaction/pyrolysis, gasification and synthetisis
Department of Applied Physics and Electronics have today approximately 90 employees. The main tasks are research and postgraduate studies, education and collaboration with the society. The department has approximately 650 students in the areas of energy technology, building technology, electronics, engineering and media technology.
Energy Technology and Thermal Process Chemistry (ETPC) is a strong platform initiative within the department and is also closely linked to the Department of Chemistry and the Unit of Biomass Technology and Chemistry at the Swedish university of agricultural science. Six senior scientists and nine PhD students are working at ETPC. Several extensive research projects of both fundamental and applied character are run with the main focus to understand and develop thermochemical conversion processes for biomass raw materials.
Recently our scientists have successfully taken the pretreatment process of torrefaction to industrial commercialization (program stage 1) and now also have sufficient and appropriate torrefied biomass materials for evaluation as a gasification fuel. These test trials are planned in different sized gasifiers with partners both regionally located and around the world (program stage 2, 2010-2011). Extensive plans are also initiated to first evaluate and subsequently demonstrate production of liquid fuels and green chemicals (program stage 3, 2011-).
The duration of a PhD project is 2 years to PhL exam and totally 4-5 years to a full PhD exam.
We believe You can work systematically and stringently, have the ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with others. You should have the ability to convert theory to practice, i.e. skilled in both theoretical engineering tools as well as in practical technical and engineering work. Good skills in writing and talking English are highly valued. You should also be analytical, creative and ambitious.
Formal requirements include: (i) 240 ECTS credit points (Swe. högskolepoäng) of higher education studies within the area of energy-, chemistry- or process technology/engineering, of which 60 should be on an advanced level (Master level) (ii) equivalent educational merits gained in Sweden or abroad, or(iii) 120 Swedish (old) credit points (Swe. poäng)
The requirements mentioned need to be met at the time of acceptance to doctoral studies, not at the time when your application is submitted. For the above Biomass to Liquids Program, we are also continuously interested in Visiting Post docs/Assistant professors (fo-ass etc) and Project engineers, such as student/science projects or summer practicants for R&D work in our research facilities. For further information, please contact Anders Nordin, anders.nordin@chem.umu.se 070-239 11 33 070-239 11 33 , or Åke Fransson 090-786 50 33 090-786 50 33 , ake.fransson@tfe.umu.se.
Application procedure
The application should include: (i) a cover letter summarizing your qualifications and motives for applying, (ii) a curriculum vitae, (iii) transcripts of records, and (iv) the names and contacts of 1 to 3 references.
Union information is available from SACO, +46-(0)90-786 53 65 +46-(0)90-786 53 65 , SEKO, +46-(0)90-786 52 96 +46-(0)90-786 52 96 and ST, +46-(0)90-786 54 31 +46-(0)90-786 54 31 .
Applications will be discarded or, if the applicant so wishes, returned two years after the position has been filled. Documents sent electronically should be in MS Word or PDF format.
Your complete application, marked with reference number 313-581-10, should be sent to jobb@umu.se (state the reference number as subject) or to the registrar, Ume� University, SE-901 87 Ume�, Sweden to arrive August 2, 2010 at the latest.
Source: http://www8.umu.se/umu/aktuellt/arkiv/lediga_tjanster/313-581-10.html
PhD student position at Energy Technology and Thermal Process Chemistry“Green” fuels from biomass via torrefaction/pyrolysis, gasification and synthetisis
Department of Applied Physics and Electronics have today approximately 90 employees. The main tasks are research and postgraduate studies, education and collaboration with the society. The department has approximately 650 students in the areas of energy technology, building technology, electronics, engineering and media technology.
Energy Technology and Thermal Process Chemistry (ETPC) is a strong platform initiative within the department and is also closely linked to the Department of Chemistry and the Unit of Biomass Technology and Chemistry at the Swedish university of agricultural science. Six senior scientists and nine PhD students are working at ETPC. Several extensive research projects of both fundamental and applied character are run with the main focus to understand and develop thermochemical conversion processes for biomass raw materials.
Recently our scientists have successfully taken the pretreatment process of torrefaction to industrial commercialization (program stage 1) and now also have sufficient and appropriate torrefied biomass materials for evaluation as a gasification fuel. These test trials are planned in different sized gasifiers with partners both regionally located and around the world (program stage 2, 2010-2011). Extensive plans are also initiated to first evaluate and subsequently demonstrate production of liquid fuels and green chemicals (program stage 3, 2011-).
The duration of a PhD project is 2 years to PhL exam and totally 4-5 years to a full PhD exam.
We believe You can work systematically and stringently, have the ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with others. You should have the ability to convert theory to practice, i.e. skilled in both theoretical engineering tools as well as in practical technical and engineering work. Good skills in writing and talking English are highly valued. You should also be analytical, creative and ambitious.
Formal requirements include: (i) 240 ECTS credit points (Swe. högskolepoäng) of higher education studies within the area of energy-, chemistry- or process technology/engineering, of which 60 should be on an advanced level (Master level) (ii) equivalent educational merits gained in Sweden or abroad, or(iii) 120 Swedish (old) credit points (Swe. poäng)
The requirements mentioned need to be met at the time of acceptance to doctoral studies, not at the time when your application is submitted. For the above Biomass to Liquids Program, we are also continuously interested in Visiting Post docs/Assistant professors (fo-ass etc) and Project engineers, such as student/science projects or summer practicants for R&D work in our research facilities. For further information, please contact Anders Nordin, anders.nordin@chem.umu.se 070-239 11 33 070-239 11 33 , or Åke Fransson 090-786 50 33 090-786 50 33 , ake.fransson@tfe.umu.se.
Application procedure
The application should include: (i) a cover letter summarizing your qualifications and motives for applying, (ii) a curriculum vitae, (iii) transcripts of records, and (iv) the names and contacts of 1 to 3 references.
Union information is available from SACO, +46-(0)90-786 53 65 +46-(0)90-786 53 65 , SEKO, +46-(0)90-786 52 96 +46-(0)90-786 52 96 and ST, +46-(0)90-786 54 31 +46-(0)90-786 54 31 .
Applications will be discarded or, if the applicant so wishes, returned two years after the position has been filled. Documents sent electronically should be in MS Word or PDF format.
Your complete application, marked with reference number 313-581-10, should be sent to jobb@umu.se (state the reference number as subject) or to the registrar, Ume� University, SE-901 87 Ume�, Sweden to arrive August 2, 2010 at the latest.
Source: http://www8.umu.se/umu/aktuellt/arkiv/lediga_tjanster/313-581-10.html
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