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Two Years Teaching Fellowship for International Students, Apeejay Stya University, India: Philosophy, English, History, Psychology, Religion, Economics, Physics, Engineering, Design, Bio Sciences, Management, Mass Communication

This fellowship program provides an opportunity to the fellows worldwide to gain experience in teaching in a global and creative environment within an extremely innovative university system. As Apeejay Stya University is committed to a high level of academic freedom, after auditing the classes as per the university norms, the fellows would be provided discretion on pedagogy, evaluation and adapting the in class syllabus according to their own teaching style. The fellows would also be provided access to the student body for research assistants along with a full support on any external grant applications.
It is suggested the applicants should send their applications & queries to getinvolved-at-apeejay.edu

Scholarship Application Deadline: Contact Employer

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University of Exeter, Associate Research Fellow in Ecotoxicology of Manufactured Nanoparticles 2011 in UK

Peninsula Medical School, within the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry, is widely regarded as the strongest of the new medical schools in the UK. It has established an excellent reputation for high quality educational programmes and has a high quality and expanding research portfolio. From the outset the School has sought to build an international research reputation, to complement its innovative educational programme, through tight focus on areas of strength and exploitation of its pan-peninsula status.

Based within the European Centre for Environment and Human Health, you will assist in developing a major programme of research within the main areas of interest of the ECEHH including a) evaluation of the effects of environmental chemicals on human health b) effects of climate (change) and oceans on health c) opportunities for health improvement from the environment d) clinical photobiology.

You will study the bioavailability and biological effects of novel next generation nanomaterials on the environment and on human health, supported through close collaboration with physical scientists within the centre and a wider team of collaborating researchers across Europe. You should be educated to degree level or equivalent in a biological or environmental science, and will ideally have some experience in measuring sublethal biological endpoints, bio-imaging techniques, and/or working with cell cultures and aquatic organisms. A PhD in a biological or environmental science would be an advantage.

An enthusiastic interest in environment and human health issues and the ability to work well as part of a team would be an advantage. In return, you will benefit from the excellent research infrastructure provided by the Centre, including exceptional opportunities for training and career development.

This is a fixed-term position until 31st December 2012. The post will be appointed to the University of Exeter and will be based in Truro. Please note that we are unable to apply for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this post.

Salary will be on the Associate Research Fellow scale of £24,273 – £27,319, with access to further contribution points rising to £30,747.

Application Deadline: 4th February 2011

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PhD Scholarships in Computer Science 2011-2012, Germany

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 can apply.
Financial support during both phases (of course assuming adequate progress) will be provided. During the preparatory phase starting after your BSc degree, this support comes in the form of scholarships (800 € per month) or teaching and research support contracts. During the research and dissertation phase, you are supported in the form of stipends (about 1400 € per month) or of research or teaching assistantships.
There are currently no tuition fees, only a student fee of 140 € per semester which gives you free access to public transportation and reduced student rates at the university cafeteria and for many other public services (museums, concerts).

Scholarship Application Deadline: 29 April 2011

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