PhD Research Fellowships in Evolutionary Ecology, University of Oslo

PhD RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP (STUDENTSHIP) IN EVOLUTIONARY ECOLOGY

available at the Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Oslo, Norway.

We seek to employ a motivated PhD candidate in a project on life-history variation and climate change on carabid beetles in alpine environments. We welcome any applicant with some background in ecology or evolution.

The position is available for a period of four years with 25% teaching/tutoring, starting at the earliest 1st August 2008 (the actual start date is negotiable).

Salary: NOK 325 600 - 355 000 (about EUR 40700 - 44400, or USD 63400 - 69100) per year.

Application deadline: June 30th, 2008

Please see the following web-page for full announcement and instructions on how to apply.

PhD Scholarships in Innovation and Market Selection, France:

PhD Scholarship Innovation and Market Selection: an Evolutionary Approach

CNRS-GREDEG, University of Nice - Sophia Antipolis, and Department for Research on Innovation and Competition (OFCE) - SciencesPo (France)

Description of the Subject: Aggregate productivity growth is the outcome of incumbent firms adopting new and superior techniques and (or) entering firms replacing exiting firms with better technologies. This research project will concern market selection mechanisms by characterising innovation as a process of selection (or acquisition) of more productive technologies within firms and a process of selection of firms itself. It will analyse both what happens inside the firms and what happens between firms on the market when firms are engaged in innovative or imitative processes. The first part of the research will be devoted to making a survey of empirical and theoretical analyses of industrial dynamics, which should focus on the relation between innovation and competition. The second part of the research will build a theoretical model of industrial dynamics in order to analyse rivalry and competition among heterogeneous firms. It will determine the market conditions that allow firms to capture productivity gains from past investments. These market conditions are critical to haracterising the dynamic equilibrium, similar to a so-called natural market structure. The third and last part will consist in developing an empirical analysis of the determinants of firms’ entry and exit, using French census data. In its conclusion, this research will address critical issues concerning the objectives and channels of industrial policies defined as policies that support development of firms and innovation

Requirements: The successful candidate must be familiar with basic economic modelling and econometrics (master level). Knowledge of English is required. Proficiency in English and the willingness to learn French are appreciated.

This is a PhD public scholarship for three years, starting from September 2008 onwards, with an annual pay of 16,000 Euros before income tax. The candidate will be hosted at CNRS/GREDEG and OFCE/DRIC. GREDEG (CNRS and University of Nice Sophia Antipolis) is a research group in industrial economics. OFCE-DRIC (www.ofce.sciences-po.fr/index-uk.htm) is a department of the research centre in economics of Sciences-Po Paris, a leading French higher education institution. The Department for Research on Innovation and Competition (OFCE-DRIC), in association with the GREDEG, studies a broad set of topics related to structural change, innovation and trade. It has a strong emphasis on empirical approaches:
(i) for the analysis of economic performances of firms and countries engaged in innovation processes or concerned with the entry in new markets; (ii) for the evaluation of public policies (competition and
regulation policies, but also fiscal and banking ones). Its researchers combine a good grasp of economic theory with various econometric methods applied to firm and plant level datasets.

Supervisor: Jean-Luc Gaffard Professor of Economics, University of Nice Sophia Antipolis and CNRS-GREDEG, Head of the Department for Research on Innovation and Competition (OFCE Centre de Recherche en Economie de Sciences-Po)

Location: CNRS-GREDEG / University of Nice Sophia Antipolis and OFCE Department for Research on Innovation and Competition, 250 Avenue Albert Einstein, 06560 Valbonne, France.

Application: Applications will be received no later than June 30 2008. A master degree is required. To apply send a hard-copy of a cover letter, a full CV, a letter of recommendation, and a scholarly work or a research paper to:

Prof. Jean-Luc Gaffard, OFCE-DRIC, 250 rue Albert Einstein, 06560 Valbonne, France,

e-mail: jeanluc.gaffard@ofce.sciences-po.fr

Deadline: June 30 2008

PhD Studentship in Agricultural Economics : Ireland

PhD Studentship in Agricultural Economics, Teagasc & University College Dublin

This project evaluates the economic costs and benefits associated with alternative management practises of Genetically Modified (GM) crop technology. Specific research questions relating to the following issues will be examined: (i) a comparison of the costs of co-existence accruing to conventional crop producers and the potential benefits accruing to GM adopting producers (ii) factors affecting farmer’s attitudes to GM technology adoption and (iii) consumer willingness to pay for GM versus non GM food end products. This study will provide valuable lessons for policy by deepening our understanding of the economics of co-existence of conventional and GM crop technology.

The PhD student will be based part-time at the Rural Economy Research Centre, Teagasc and the Sustainable Agriculture and Food Business Section, School of Agriculture, Food Science & Veterinary Medicine at University College Dublin. There is also the possibility that the student may spend a semester at a US university collaborating with experts in the area of consumer willingness to pay studies in relation to GM technology.

Requirements

• Degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Science or related discipline
• An interest in applied microeconomics in particular agricultural or environmental economics
• Excellent quantitative skills.

Conditions of employment Stipend: €21,000 per annum (from which tuition fees must be paid) Duration of the contract: 3 years beginning September, 2008

Additional Information Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from: Dr. Fiona Thorne Email: fiona.thonre@teagasc.ie

Application Interested candidates should either post or email their CVs before June 13th to Dr. Fiona Thorne, RERC, Teagasc, Malahide Road, Kinsealy, Dublin 17, Fiona.thorne@teagasc.ie

Deadline: June 13th, 2008

PhD Positions in the Life Sciences, ETH Zurich and University

PhD Positions in the Life Sciences, ETH Zurich and University of Zurich : Switzerland

The Life Science Zurich Graduate School houses several Ph.D. programs that cover di
stinct areas of the life sciences. Each program offers research and education opportunities in a stimulating international environment for ambitious students who wish to work towards a Ph.D. degree. Accepted students perform their research project in one of the participating research groups of their favorite program, according to their scientific interest. Advanced teaching and training courses are offered throughout the curriculum. The program language is English throughout.

Applicants must hold or anticipate receiving a Masters degree or equivalent from a university in a relevant field before starting the Ph.D. program. Applicants accepted for the program will have to register with either the University of Zurich or ETH Zurich, depending on the affiliation of their future research group.

Application deadlines: July 1st and December 1st

Ph.D. studies usually last 3-4 years

Our web pages provide detailed information for submission of application. Please refer to the guidelines as we only take into consideration applications received in the required format.

Submission of application only via Internet at:
http://www.lifescience-graduateschool.ch/index.php?id=108

Research Fellow in Quantum Plasma Physics, University of Sydney

Australia: Postdoctoral / Research Fellow in Quantum Plasma Physics, University of Sydney

The School of Physics at the University of Sydney pursues a vigorous program of research including astronomy and astrophysics, space physics, biological and medical physics, photonics, quantum physics, particle physics, plasma physics, and surface and materials physics.

The School invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow to join a research group on quantum plasma physics, led by Professor Don Melrose and Dr Mike Wheatland. The appointee will work on specific projects that combine quantum and fluid descriptions of magnetized plasmas.

To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Fellow level, a PhD in Theoretical Physics or a related discipline is essential, as is a demonstrated capacity to conduct independent research in theoretical or computational physics. The appointee must be familiar with numerical techniques for solving partial differential equations, and demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment. Experience in computational fluid mechanics and some knowledge of quantum electrodynamics will be desirable.

To be appointed at the Research Fellow level, the appointee will need to meet the above criteria and additionally possess relevant postdoctoral experience.

The position is full-time fixed term for two years, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. There is the possibility of further offers of employment for one year, subject to funding and need. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.

• Remuneration package (level A): up to $60,712 - $82,389 p.a. pro rata (which includes a base salary Level A $51,302 - $69,620 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).
• Remuneration package (level B): up to $86,731 - $102,993 p.a. pro rata (which includes a base salary Level B $73,289 - $87,030 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).

This position can be appointed either at Postdoctoral Fellow level or at the Research Fellow Level. A remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Application
For more information or to apply online, please visit http://positions.usyd.edu.au and search by reference number 130304. Specific enquiries about the role can be directed to Professor Don Melrose via email: Melrose@physics.usyd.edu.au General enquires can be directed to Shanne McGinniss on (02) 9351 5880.

Closing Date: 17 June 2008

Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grants

Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grants in the Directorate for Biological Sciences (DDIG):

Full Proposal Deadline(s) (due by 5 p.m. proposer's local time):

November 21, 2008

Third Friday in November, Annually Thereafter

REVISION NOTES

1. In the Division of Integrative Organismal Systems, only the Behavioral Systems Cluster participates in this competition.
2. The upper limit of the budget per award has been increased from $12,000 to $15,000.

SUMMARY OF PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

General Information

Program Title:

Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grants in the Directorate for Biological Sciences (DDIG)

Synopsis of Program:

The National Science Foundation awards Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grants in selected areas of the biological sciences. These grants provide partial support of doctoral dissertation research to improve the overall quality of research. Allowed are costs for doctoral candidates to participate in scientific meetings, to conduct research in specialized facilities or field settings, and to expand an existing body of dissertation research.

Cognizant Program Officer(s):

• DEB Program Officer, telephone: (703) 292-8480, email: ddig-deb@nsf.gov

• IOS Program Officer, telephone: (703) 292-8423, email: ddig-ios@nsf.gov

Applicable Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number(s):

• 47.074 --- Biological Sciences

Award Information

Anticipated Type of Award: Standard Grant

Estimated Number of Awards: 100 to 120

Anticipated Funding Amount: $1,600,000 - Approximately $1.6 million annually, pending availability of funds.

Eligibility Information

Organization Limit:

Proposals may only be submitted by the following:

• U.S. institutions and organizations that are eligible for awards from the National Science Foundation, including colleges, universities, and other nonprofit research organizations such as botanical gardens, marine and freshwater institutes, and natural history museums may submit proposals. See Chapter I, Section E of the NSF Grant Proposal Guide (GPG) for specific definitions of these categories of proposers. The NSF encourages collaborations with scientists at foreign organizations; however, primary support for any foreign participants' activities must be secured through their own national sources.

PI Limit:

A student must have advanced to candidacy for a Ph.D. degree before the submission deadline to be eligible to submit a proposal. A statement that the student has advanced to candidacy for a Ph.D., signed and dated by the department chairperson, graduate dean, or similar administrative official is required (see "Proposal Preparation and Submission Instructions"). The proposal must be submitted through regular organizational channels by the dissertation advisor(s) on behalf of a graduate student who is at the point of initiating or is already conducting dissertation research. The student must be enrolled at a U.S. institution, but need not be a U.S. citizen. Organizations should limit applications to outstanding dissertation proposals with unusual financial requirements that cannot be met otherwise. Preference may be given to projects that are underway and for which feasibility is demonstrated.

Limit on Number of Proposals per Organization:

An organization may submit only one proposal per student in a given year. A student may receive only one DDIG award.

Limit on Number of Proposals per PI:

None specified

Proposal Preparation and Submission Instructions

A. Proposal Preparation Instructions

• Letters of Intent: Not Applicable

• Preliminary Proposal Submission: Not Applicable

• Full Proposals:

  • Full Proposals submitted via FastLane: NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide, Part I: Grant Proposal Guide (GPG) Guidelines apply. The complete text of the GPG is available electronically on the NSF website at: http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=gpg.

  • Full Proposals submitted via Grants.gov: NSF Grants.gov Application Guide: A Guide for the Preparation and Submission of NSF Applications via Grants.gov Guidelines apply (Note: The NSF Grants.gov Application Guide is available on the Grants.gov website and on the NSF website at: http://www.nsf.gov/bfa/dias/policy/docs/grantsgovguide.pdf)

B. Budgetary Information

• Cost Sharing Requirements: Cost Sharing is not required under this solicitation.

• Indirect Cost (F&A) Limitations: Indirect costs not allowed.

• Other Budgetary Limitations: Other budgetary limitations apply. Please see the full text of this solicitation for further information.

C. Due Dates

• Full Proposal Deadline(s) (due by 5 p.m. proposer's local time):

  November 21, 2008

  Third Friday in November, Annually Thereafter

Proposal Review Information Criteria

Merit Review Criteria: National Science Board approved criteria apply.

Award Administration Information

Award Conditions: Standard NSF award conditions apply.

Reporting Requirements: Additional reporting requirements apply. Please see the full text of this solicitation for further information.

For more detail : http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2008/nsf08564/nsf08564.htm?govDel=USNSF_25