Doctorate Degree | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 121

Funded PhD Studies in Computer Science, Saarland University, Germany

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The Saarbrücken Graduate School of Computer Science provides an optimal environment for pursuing doctoral studies in computer science at an internationally competitive level. As a student, you undergo research-oriented training and experience a stimulating and scientifically challenging atmosphere. Advised by internationally renowned scientists, you can participate in one of the many research groups and find your way into top-notch research.

Talented students with strong interest in research who hold a Masters or an excellent Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or in a related field.[At the time of application the degree need not be conferred yet.] Please note that this is a highly competitive program and you should only apply if you are among the best students in your class. We are looking for academic excellence and strong research potential

Scholarship Application Deadline:29 April 2011

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Doctoral Positions at Max Planck Institute for Software Systems, Germany

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The institute provides a stimulating, competitive, yet collaborative environment for research and graduate education. Qualified candidates can pursue doctoral degrees under the supervision of MPI-SWS Faculty.

Graduate students work as members of one or more of the institute’s research groups, which perform internationally leading, highly visible research in their respective fields of specialization. Graduate students receive individual training and mentoring from MPI-SWS faculty, preparing them for leadership in world-class academic or industrial research.

All admitted students receive a scholarship to cover fees, living expenses and health insurance. Additional financial support is provided for students with a dependent spouse or children.

Qualified candidates who wish to pursue a doctoral degree in a research area covered by MPI-SWS faculty may apply using the application form. The review of applications for Fall 2011 will begin on January 15, 2011. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to submit applications by that date; however, we will continue to accept applications throughout the year for exceptionally strong candidates. Please expect a delay of up to three months when applying outside the normal schedule.

Scholarship Application Deadline:throughout the year

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2011 PhD Positions in Arctic Geophysics at University Centre in Svalbard, Norway

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The Department of Arctic Geophysics of the UniversityCentre in Svalbard havevacanciesfor two PhD position forfour years each within the Space Physics group focusing on optics of airglow and aurora, respectively. UNIS provides education and carries out scientific research based in Svalbard within the high Arctic, and benefits greatlyfrom this geographical location. Approximately half of the staff and students are from abroad,
and all teaching isin English. UNIS is located in a new building in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, withvery good
access to modern laboratories and equipment. UNIS is a state owned.

Qualifications :The successful candidatesmust have a Master degree in Physics or equivalent in a field related to the above described projects. Due to logistics, the candidates need to have driver licenses.Admission to the doctoral programme at one of the Norwegian mainland universitiesis a condition of employment in the position as PhD student. The final plan for researcher education shall be approved and a contract signed with the mainland university at the latest six months after commencement. The applications will be prepared by the candidates and the supervisors. Employment Conditions for Ph.D positions :The employment contracts are of 4 years and include mandatory duties of 25% each. The successful candidatesmust live in Longyearbyen. They are expected to contribute actively to ongoing scientific activities in the department. It is also expected that the Ph.D. students take an active part in the advancement of their field of research, and they must also be willing to contribute to the development of UNIS in a more general sense.

All salaries are set in accordance with the Norwegian government’s University salary scale. Ph.D students starts at salary step 48, which currently is a gross salary of NOK 383 900.As a resident in Svalbard an annual allowance of NOK 26 400.(Svalbardtillegg) will be added to the salary. A Social Security contribution of 2 per cent, to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund, will be deducted from the salary. Income tax on Svalbard is 8 per cent, plus 7.8 per cent toward National Insurance coverage. Selection and appointment :An expert Committee appointed by the Managing director of UNIS, will evaluate the qualifications of the applicants. The Committee will review the applications in detail, and is the basis for interviews. The final appointment will be made by the Appointment Committee.

Scholarship Application Deadline:15 April 2011

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