University of Padua is inviting applications for 15 doctoral
fellowships for the academic year 2013/2014. The duration of the
doctoral courses is three years, commencing on 1st January 2014 and
ending on 31st December 2016. Fellowship of 13.638,47 Euro per year
(gross value) will be awarded to candidates by Fondazione Cassa di
Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo. The successful candidates will be offered
full board and lodging at the ESU–Regional Agency for the Right to
Education. The application deadline is 19th September 2013.
Study Subject(s): Fellowships are
offered for studying Animal and Food Science, Arterial Hypertension and
Vascular Biology, Astronomy, bio medicine, Bio sciences and
Biotechnology, Civil and environmental engineering sciences, Crop
Science, Departmental medicine and health planning sciences, Earth
Science, economics and management, fusion science and engineering,
Industrial engineering, information engineering, History, criticism and
preservation of cultural heritage, International law and private and
labour law, Land, environment, resources and health, Linguistics,
Philology and Literary science, Management Engineering and Real Estate
Appraisal, materials engineering and science, Mathematical science,
Mechatronics and product innovation engineering, Medical, Clinical and
Experimental Sciences, Molecular Sciences, oncology and
surgical oncology, Pedagogical, Educational and Instructional
Science, Pharmacological science, Philosophy, Physics, Psychological
sciences, Social Sciences: Interactions, communications and cultural
constructions, Space Sciences, Technologies and
Measurements, Statistical Sciences and Veterinary sciences. Course Level: Fellowships are provided to pursue doctoral studies at University of Padua, Italy Scholarship Provider: Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo Scholarship can be taken at: Italy
Eligibility: In order to be deemed eligible, applicants are required to meet the following criteria:
-have a foreign (non-Italian) citizenship;
-have a foreign (non-Italian) residence. Candidates must be in possession of this requirement within the deadline date.
-Be in possession of a foreign (non-Italian) academic qualification
recognised as equivalent to the Diploma Degree / Degree / Master
amounting to at least four years of full time university education and
leading to a doctorate in the country where the studies were carried
out. The date of award of the qualification must be no more than 8 years
before the deadline of the call. For the sole purpose of this selection
procedure, the qualification must be recognized equivalent to an
Italian one by the Commission of the PhD course applied for (art. 4).
Scholarship Open for International Students: Candidates of all nationalities (non-Italian) are eligible for these fellowships.
Scholarship Description: For
the academic year 2013/2014, the University of Padua, Italy is offering
15 research fellowships for foreign students to attend Doctoral
Courses. The duration of the doctoral courses is three years, commencing
on 1st January 2014 and ending on 31st December 2016. Each position
will be covered by a fellowship of 13.638,47 Euro per year (gross
value), fully funded by the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e
Rovigo. During the 3-year doctoral programme (2014-2016), the successful
candidates will be offered full board and lodging at the ESU – Regional
Agency for the Right to Education. The relevant charges will be covered
by the University of Padua through Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di
Padova e Rovigo.
Number of award(s): For the academic year 2013/2014, the University of Padua, Italy is offering 15 research fellowships.
Duration of award(s): The duration of the doctoral courses is three years, commencing on 1st January 2014 and ending on 31st December 2016.
What does it cover? Each
position will be covered by a fellowship of 13.638,47 Euro per year
(gross value), fully funded by the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di
Padova e Rovigo. During the 3-year doctoral programme
(2014-2016), the successful candidates will be offered full board and
lodging at the ESU–Regional Agency for the Right to Education. The
relevant charges will be covered by the Università degli Studi di Padova
through Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo.
Selection Criteria: The evaluation will be based on the following criteria:
-Educational and professional curriculum: max 70 points
-Letters of reference: max 30 points
To be included in the final ranking, candidates must be awarded a minimum overall score of 70 points.
Notification: The
list of successful candidates shall be officially approved and issued
by Rector’s Decree. This will be published by 15th November 2013 on: the
’albo ufficiale di Ateneo’ (official University register); the
Università degli studi di Padova website.
How to Apply: Applications for the competition must be exclusively completed and submitted online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 19th September 2013.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application
The Graduate School of University of the West of England offers a fully funded PhD studentship with an industrial placement and enhanced stipend for
UK/EU and International Students in UK. This Fluorescence Sensing
Scholarship is provided in the field of the development of fluorescence
sensing for monitoring microbial processes of freshwater systems.
Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first class or good 2:1
honours degree, or a distinction or high merit at MSc level (or
international equivalent) in an area of Environmental Chemistry/
Environmental Microbiology and/ or Bio-Geochemistry.
About Scholarship: This studentship will be supervised by
Professor Darren Reynolds (UWE, Bristol) and co-supervised by Dr
Alexandre Anesio (Bristol Glaciology Centre, University of Bristol), Dr
John Attridge (Chelsea Technologies Group) and Dr Tim Cox (Institute
for Bio-sensing Technology, UWE, Bristol). This is an extraordinary
opportunity to make a key contribution to further the understanding of
how fundamental biogeochemical processes that occur in freshwater
systems relate to observed optical properties. In particular, focus will
be on improving our understanding of how the fluorescent properties of
dissolved organic matter in freshwater systems relate to important
microbial processes.In this studentship, the successful candidate will
help inform the design, fabrication, validation and testing of a
fluorescence sensor in partnership with Chelsea Technologies Group (the
industrial partner).
Study: Scholarships are offered to make a key contribution to
further the understanding of how fundamental biogeochemical processes
that occur in freshwater systems relate to observed optical properties.
In particular, focus will be on improving our understanding of how the
fluorescent properties of dissolved organic matter in freshwater systems
relate to important microbial processes.
Course Level: This Fluorescence Sensing Scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree level at University of the West of England in UK.
Scholarship by: The Graduate School of University of the West of England in UK
Location: UK
Eligibility: Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a
first class or good 2:1 honours degree, or a distinction or high merit
at MSc level (or international equivalent) in an area of Environmental
Chemistry/ Environmental Microbiology and/ or Bio-Geochemistry.
Applicants should preferably be able to demonstrate an interest in
optical techniques and/or optical methods, and should have excellent
written and oral presentation skills. The candidate should understand
that the PhD programme will be interdisciplinary and will require the
ability to develop knowledge and practical skills in a number of key
areas (sensor development/ applied physics, microbiology and
environmental chemistry). Importantly, the successful applicant will be
able to apply knowledge and skills that will be developed in these areas
to practical applications.
Scholarship Open for: UK/EU and international students can apply for this scholarship.
Duration: Scholarship is offered for three years. Successful
candidates will spend 9 months working with the industrial partner in
their commercial environment (3 x three month periods).
Value: The scholarship is available from 1 October 2013 and
consists of an annual maintenance bursary of £15,726, subject to
satisfactory progress. In addition, full-time tuition fees will be
covered for three years (Home/EU rates only). Overseas applicants will
be required to cover the difference between the Home/EU and the overseas
tuition fee rates (approximately £7,565 per annum). During 9 months
working with the industrial partner placements an additional £1,000 per
month will be provided to off-set incurred living and travel costs.
Notification: If students have not heard from the university
by 16th September 2013, they thank them for their application but should
not wish to pursue it on this occasion.
Apply: The mode of applying is via post or by e-mail. Applicants will need the following documents in order to complete their application:
-Research Degrees Enquiry Letter / Application Form for Research Degree Programmes
-Research Degree Application Reference Header Sheet
-Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
-(Application Guidance Notes)
Once we receive your application form along with all supporting
documentation (references, certificates, transcripts etc) we can
consider your complete application and submit it for assessment.
-Your application will be reviewed by panel members (from the specific
Research area) who will explore your proposal and assess whether this
fits with the available scholarship opportunities
-If your application is shortlisted you will be invited to attend an interview.
Deadline: The application deadline is September 2, 2013
Further Information: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/research/postgraduateresearchstudy/studentshipopportunities/fluorescencesensing.aspx
Czech Government Scholarships for Developing Countries’ Students in
the field of Economics, Agriculture, Informatics, Environment and
Energetic at public universities in the Czech Republic. Scholarships are
available for pursuing Bachelor/ Master/ Doctoral degree level. The
Government of the Czech Republic offers scholarships within the
framework of its Foreign Development Assistance in support of the study
of foreign nationals from Developing Countries at Public Institutions of
Higher Education in the Czech Republic. The application deadline is 30
September.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships
are provided in the field
of Economics, Agriculture, Informatics, Environment and Energetics
at public universities in the Czech Republic. Course Level: Scholarships
are available for pursuing Bachelor/ Master/ Doctoral degree level
at public universities in the Czech Republic. Within the scope of
foreign development cooperation the Czech Republic provides scholarships
for the following studies:
(1) Pursued in the Czech language:
-Bachelor’s study programmes (three- to four-year long);
-Master’s study programmes (comprehensive four- to six-year long programmes);
-Doctoral study programmes (three- to four-year long).
(2) Language and preparatory studies (one-year long; only for those who
have applied for a scholarship to study in the Czech language) –
provided for by the Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies
(“ILPS”) of Charles University;
(3) Pursued in the English language:
-Selected follow-up Master’s study programmes (one- to three-year long);
- Selected Doctoral study programmes (three- to four-year long). Scholarship Provider: Government
of the Czech Republic. Sponsor: International Relations Department of
the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MEYS), Development
Cooperation Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
(MFA). Scholarship Awards Within The Foreign Development Assistance Programme. Scholarship can be taken at: Czech Republic
Eligibility: -In Bachelor/ Master/ Doctoral Study Programmes plus
one-year Preparatory Course of the English language (Which is combined
with other field-specific training). Government scholarships of this
category are awarded to graduates from upper secondary schools, or
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree courses, as applicable, Who can Enroll only in Study Programmes
in Which instruction is given in the English language. Depending on
the subject area, Applicants are normally required to sit entrance
Examinations at the higher education institution Concerned. Successful
passing of Entrance examination constitutes a precondition for the
scholarship award; or
-In follow-up study Programmes Master or Doctoral Study Programmes. Government scholarships of this category are awarded to graduates of Bachelor or Master Study Programmes, respectively, Enroll in the WHO study Programmes with instruction in the English language.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of developing countries (Afghanistan, Gambia, Mozambique, Bangladesh, The Guinea, Myanmar, Benin, Guinea-Bisau,
Nepal, Burkina Faso, Haiti, Niger, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Cambodia,
Korea, Dem Rep., Sierra Leone, Central African Republic, Kyrgyz
Republic, Somalia, Liberia, Tajikistan, Comoros, Madagascar, Tanzania,
Malawi, Togo, Congo, Dem. Rep, Eritrea, Mali, Uganda, Ethiopia,
Mauritania, Zimbabwe, Albania, Indonesia, Samoa, Armenia, India, São
Tomé and Principe, Belize, Iraq, Senegal, Bhutan, Kiribati, Solomon
Islands, Bolivia, Kosovo, South Sudan, Cameroon, Lao PDR, Sri Lanka,
Cape Verde, Lesotho, Sudan, Congo, Rep., Marshall Islands, Swaziland,
Côte d’Ivoire, Micronesia,
Fed. Sts., Syrian Arab Republic, Djibouti, Moldova, Timor-Leste, Egypt,
Arab Rep., Mongolia, Tonga, El Salvador, Morocco, Ukraine, Fiji,
Nicaragua, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Nigeria, Vanuatu, Ghana, Pakistan,
Vietnam, Guatemala, Papua New Guinea, West Bank and Gaza, Guyana,
Paraguay, Yemen, Rep., Honduras, Philippines, Zambia, Angola, Ecuador,
Palau, Algeria, Gabon, Panama, American Samoa, Grenada, Peru, Antigua
and Barbuda, Iran, Islamic Rep., Romania, Argentina, Jamaica, Russian
Federation, Azerbaijan, Jordan, Serbia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Seychelles,
Bosnia and Herzegovina, Latvia, South Africa, Botswana, Lebanon, St.
Lucia, Brazil, Libya, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Bulgaria,
Lithuania, Suriname, Chile, Macedonia, FYR, Thailand, China, Malaysia,
Tunisia, Colombia, Maldives, Turkey, Costa Rica, Mauritius,
Turkmenistan, Cuba, Mexico, Tuvalu, Dominica, Montenegro and
Uruguay) can apply for these scholarships. A limited number of
scholarships are also offered to applicants from selected developing
countries through UNESCO.
Scholarship Description: Government
of the Czech Republic offers the program of development cooperation
foreigners from developing countries scholarships to support study at
public universities in the Czech Republic. The Government of the Czech
Republic offers scholarships Within the framework of its Foreign
Development Assistance in support of the study of foreign nationals from
Developing Countries at Public Institutions of Higher Education in the
Czech Republic. Upon a Decision of the Ministry of Education, Youth and
Sports, scholarships of the Government of the Czech Republic are granted
to promote studies of specific Bachelor’s, Master’s, follow-up
Master’s and/or Doctoral study programmes in the on-site mode of study of a specific study programme
pursued by a public HEI (or its Faculty) for a period that equals the
regular duration of studies. Scholarships are not transferable to other
persons or other academic years. Once a scholarship is granted, neither
the public HEI nor the study programme and/or field of study may be changed.
Number of award(s): A limited number of scholarships are also offered to applicants from selected developing countries through UNESCO.
Duration of award(s): These Government Scholarships are designed to cover the standard length of study.
(1) Pursued in the Czech language:
-Bachelor’s study programmes (three- to four-year long);
-Master’s study programmes (comprehensive four- to six-year long programmes);
-Doctoral study programmes (three- to four-year long).
(2) Language and preparatory studies (one-year long; only for those who
have applied for a scholarship to study in the Czech language) –
provided for by the Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies
(“ILPS”) of Charles University;
(3) Pursued in the English language:
-Selected follow-up Master’s study programmes (one- to three-year long);
- Selected Doctoral study programmes (three- to four-year long).
What does it cover? Scholarships are to support study at public universities in the Czech Republic.
Selection Criteria: Not Known
Notification: If
the application has been accepted and may proceed to the next round of
the selection procedure, the Mission shall ask the selected applicants
to attend an interview. The most successful applicants shall be asked to
submit complete documentation by a given deadline that the Mission
shall determine so as to ensure that proposals for scholarships to be
granted in a new academic year are at the disposal of the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic (Development
Cooperation Department, hereinafter abbreviated as “DCD”) and the
Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic
(International Relations Department, hereinafter abbreviated as “IRD”)
in Prague by 31 December of the year prior to the given academic year at
the latest.
How to Apply: An application
for a scholarship of the Government of the CR can only be submitted
through a Diplomatic Mission of the Czech Republic in the given country
(hereinafter referred to as the “Mission”). Each applicant is obliged to
fill in an electronic application form. The applicant shall send the
filled in application form to the Mission in electronic form, i.e. by
completing online registration. Applicants for a scholarship of the
Government of the CR shall submit the documentation in two counterparts
(i.e. two separate
identical files). Only complete documentation that meets the
requirements stated in this Chapter shall be considered. Documentation
that does not meet the requirements shall be officially returned without
any further reasoning. In order for an applicant to be admitted to
study at a HEI, his/her
documents proving foreign educational attainment must be recognized in
the CR. It is advisable that when travelling to the CR, students
should have at least two extra counterparts of the documents necessary
for the admission procedure and for the recognition of foreign
educational attainment with them. It is also recommended that students
who shall pursue their studies at a HEI
without the one-year long language and preparatory studies have their
education recognized already prior to their arrival in the CR. The
actual procedure is published on the public HEI website. If it is not
possible to have documents translated into the Czech language pursuant
to the requirements specified hereinafter in the country that nominates
the applicant for the studies, applicants may enclose legalized
translations into the English language done by a sworn
translator/interpreter.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30 September. Prospective
Applicants are advised to address Concerning Their inquiries, among
others, Their Eligibility and closing date for applications to the Czech Embassies in their Countries.
Note: The
scholarships are dedicated to Solel Promoting the WHO studies of adults
are foreign nationals from third Developing Countries in need. Neither a
citizen of the Czech Republic, nor a citizen of the European Union, nor
any other foreign national with a permanent residence permit on the
territory of the Czech Republic May Therefore apply for the
scholarship. Furthermore, the scholarships May Not Be Granted to persons
Younger Than 18th (The Applicant has to turn 18 as of September 1 of
the year When s / he commences studies in the Czech Republic at the
latest).
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application
Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick is funding PhD scholarships
for Non-EU citizens. The successful PhD candidates will be required to
work as part of a large interdisciplinary team supervised by Dr Stephen
Kinsella. The duration of PhD Scholarship is of three years which
covers scholarship fees p.a. plus EU fees for a maximum of 3 years (the
final year fee will have to be paid by the student). The scholarship is
awarded to new or 1st year PhD research student only and applicants
should be already registered for a PhD programme at the Kemmy Business
School. Electronic application is submitted by 20 Aug 2013.
About Scholarship: Over the last 4 years, the Kemmy Business
School at the University of Limerick, has developed an integrated
research strategy. The research strategy is encapsulated under the broad
theme of ‘Organization Science and Public Policy’. The Kemmy Business
School is offering a PhD scholarship under the following research
themes:
• Work, Knowledge and Employment.
• Services Economy and Tourism.
• Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Marketing
• Public Policy, Enterprise, Governance and Sustainability. The
Scholarship will be awarded to a new or 1st year PhD research student
only (1st year students should already be registered for a
PhD programme at the Kemmy Business School).
Study: The scholarship is awarded in Organization Science and Public Policy.
Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing PhD degree level at University of Limerick in Ireland.
Scholarship Provider: Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick
Scholarship can be taken at: Ireland
Eligibility:
-Essential
• First or upper second class degree (Level 8 – National Qualifications
Authority of Ireland or equivalent) or a Master’s degree in economics,
statistics, demography, mathematics, computer science or cognate
discipline.
• Strong econometric skills,
• Computer programming skills and demonstrated experience in at least one high-level language, such as R or Matheamatica.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to write concise and accessible reports for both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
-Desirable
• Experience of research in an academic environment.
• Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods.
-Personal attributes
• A strong team player with good interpersonal skills able to build and
sustain effective working relationships both with students and teaching
staff.
• A self-motivated researcher willing to develop their technical and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills with high level of attention to detail.
Scholarship Open for: Non-EU citizens are eligible for this international PhD scholarship.
Duration: The duration is of maximum of 3 years.
Value: The value of the scholarship is €14,000 p.a. plus EU
fees for a maximum of 3 years (the final year fee will have to be paid
by the student).
Apply: The mode of applying is electronically. Completed
Application Forms should be submitted electronically
to michelle.cunningham-at-ul.ie, stating the research theme under which
you are applying, along with a copy of your official academic results,
CV, research proposal and letter of application.
Deadline: The closing date for applications is 2pm, 20 Aug 2013.
Further Information: http://www.ul.ie/graduateschool/funded-postgraduate-research-positions#phdscheconssk
University of South Australia is offering International
Postgraduate High Achiever Tuition Grants in Australia. Grants will be
awarded to international students commencing a Master by coursework
program in the Division of Information Technology, Engineering & The
Environment. Applicants must have completed within the last 10 years a
qualification recognized as being equivalent to an Australian Bachelor
or bachelor Honours with a GPA equivalent to 5 or above. The grants will
provide $2,000.
Scholarship Description: The University of South Australia is
an innovative and successful institution with demonstrated commitment
and achievements in teaching, learning and research. Some of the world’s
brightest minds teach and research in the areas of business; education,
arts and social sciences; health sciences; information technology,
engineering and the environment. Grants will be awarded to international
students commencing a Master by coursework program in the Division of Information Technology, Engineering & The Environment.
Study: Grants are provided for the programs in the Division of
Information Technology, Engineering and the Environment at University
of South Australia.
Course Level: The grants are available for pursuing master by coursework program at University of South Australia.
Scholarship Provider: University of South Australia.
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility: To be eligible for a grant, students must
-be an international FPOS student studying on shore in Australia on a
Higher Education Sector: Temporary Visa(Subclass 573) at the time of
commencing in the Master program
-be enrolled full time in a Master by coursework program in the Division
of Information Technology, Engineering and the Environment;
-have completed within the last 10 years a qualification recognized as
being equivalent to an Australian Bachelor or bachelor Honours with a
GPA equivalent to 5 or above; and
-not be in receipt of any other scholarship awarded by the University of
South Australia, the Australian Government or from their home country.
Scholarship Open for: International students can apply for the
grants (be an international FPOS student studying on shore in Australia
on a Higher Education Sector: Temporary Visa(Subclass 573) at the time
of commencing in the Master program).
Duration: A one of payment will be made after the census date in either Study Period 2 or Study period 5).
Value: The grants will provides $2,000 (A one of payment will be made after the census date in either Study Period 2 or Study period 5)
Notification: Eligible students will be notified by e mail of their success.
Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Deadline: The application deadline is 31st August 2013 (Scholarship will be available from Study Period 2 2014)
Further Information: http://w3.unisa.edu.au/scholarship/postgraduate/pg_iee.asp#DivITEEIntPGRDHighAchieve
University of Manchester offers Masters Scholarships
for International Students in the field of medical mycology. These
scholarships are aimed at international graduates within the medical and
healthcare sciences seeking to develop fungal infection diagnostic
services with a global reach. Funding provides full sponsorship of the
MSc tuition fee and £16,550 living allowance (stipend) for September
2013 entry. In order to be considered for a scholarship for 2013 you
must first apply for the MSc in Medical Mycology.
About Scholarship: International scholarships
are available for applicants seeking places on the MSc Medical Mycology
for September 2013 entry. The scholarships are directed at medical and
healthcare science graduates from ‘resource-limited’ non-EU countries
wishing to develop their skills as mycologists. Funding provides full
sponsorship of the MSc tuition fee and £16,550 living allowance
(stipend).
Study: Medical Mycology
Course Level: Masters degree level
Scholarship by: University of Manchester
Location: UK
Eligibility: These scholarships are aimed at international
graduates within the medical and healthcare sciences seeking to develop
fungal infection diagnostic services with a global reach. The
scholarships are directed at medical and healthcare science graduates
from ‘resource-limited’ non-EU countries wishing to develop their skills
as mycologists. Funding provides full sponsorship of the MSc tuition
fee and £16,550 living allowance (stipend).
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Duration: Funding provides full sponsorship of the MSc tuition fee.
Value: Funding provides full sponsorship of the MSc tuition fee and £16,550 living allowance (stipend).
Notification: Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be
held mid-August. Places for 2013 entry are limited so early application
is encouraged.
Apply: These scholarships are aimed at international graduates
within the medical and healthcare sciences seeking to develop fungal
infection diagnostic services with a global reach. Alongside the
application, an additional covering statement (maximum 750 words) should
be included explaining how you intend to use the scholarship to improve
the diagnostics and care of patients with fungal infections in your
home country and/or global. A support letter from the Head of your
Hospital or Clinical laboratory summarising how your new skills will be
put in use is highly recommended.
Deadline: 5th August 2013
Further Information: http://www.mhs.manchester.ac.uk/postgraduate/programmes/taughtmasters/medicalmycology/coursedetails/?code=09455&pg=2#scholarshipsAndBursaries
Max Planck International Research Network on Aging (MaxNetAging) is announcing doctoral and postdoctoral fellowships
for international students. Doctoral fellowships are offered for 3
years and postdoctoral fellowships are awarded for 2 years, starting in
February 2014. Each fellow enrolled in the MNARS will be affiliated with
one participating Max Planck Institute. During the first six months of
the MNARS all doctoral and postdoctoral fellows will study together at
the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research in Rostock.
About Scholarship: The MaxNetAging Research School (MNARS) is
seeking applications for Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships, starting
in February 2014. MNARS is an international graduate program launched
by the Max Planck International Research Network on Aging (MaxNetAging).
The program focuses on topics of aging ranging across the full spectrum
of the behavioral and social sciences, biology, law and the humanities.
Each fellow enrolled in the MNARS will be affiliated with one
participating Max Planck Institute. During the first six months of the
MNARS all doctoral and postdoctoral fellows will study together at the
Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research in Rostock.
Study: The program focuses on topics of aging ranging across
the full spectrum of the behavioral and social sciences, biology, law
and the humanities.
Course Level: Doctoral and postdoctoral program
Scholarship by: Max Planck International Research Network on Aging (MaxNetAging)
Location: Germany
Eligibility: Applicants should have a background in demography
or a related field in the social or biological sciences, mathematics or
statistics. Staff will be recruited internationally solely on the basis
of qualification. Applications from women and persons with disabilities
are encouraged.
Scholarship Open for: International applicants can apply for these fellowships.
Duration: Doctoral fellowships are offered for 3 years and postdoctoral fellowships are awarded for 2 years, starting in February 2014.
Apply: Applications should be addressed to the MaxNetAging
Director Prof. James W. Vaupel and sent by e-mail to
appl-mnars@demogr.mpg.de. Applications should include:
-a CV
-a statement about the level of the job you are seeking (as doctoral or
postdoctoral student) and why you are interested in working in the
MaxNetAging Research School
-details of qualifications, including information about honors, awards,
or evaluations of your educational degrees (e.g., “cum laude”)
-a list of publications, if any
-names and addresses of 2 people we can contact about you, and
-for postdoctoral fellows a brief outline about your research agenda in the upcoming two years
Deadline: September 6, 2013
Further Information: http://www.maxnetaging.mpg.de/en/announcements/default.htm
