Biology | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 10

Research Fellow in Biology, University of St Andrews, UK

/ March 21, 2011 Leave a Comment

This position contributes towards the “Coastal Zone” Joint Research Theme of MASTS, specifically to examine the interactions between coastal biodiversity and ecosystem function, assess how these might be better linked to goods and services, and examine their relevance to the valuation of coastal ecosystems.

You will be statistically literate, highly motivated, with good communication and interpersonal skills, knowledge of the biodiversity-ecosystem function debate, and an interest in the application of science to policy. You will join the Sediment Ecology Research Group at the Scottish Oceans Institute but will work closely with partner institutes.
This position is available for 4 years, funded by Marine Alliance for Science & Technology for Scotland (MASTS).

Scholarship Application Deadline:28 March 2011

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Postdoctoral Position in Circadian Neurobiology, Denmark

/ March 21, 2011 Leave a Comment

The Department of Neurosc. & Pharmacology, Circadian Research Group, the Protein Laboratory, is seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to study the function of the non-image forming system of the brain and the influence of this system on circadian rhythms. The goal is to characterize the involvement of the different photoreceptors in the regulation of the gene expression in the suprachiasmatic nucleus and the secretion of melatonin from the pineal gland by use of histological and molecular neurobiological methods.

The appointee should have qualifications within at least some of the following areas:

1. Molecular biological techniques, e.g. PCR, qRT-PCR, microchip analysis
2. Neuroanatomical techniques, e.g. histology, immunohistochemistry, and in situ hybridization.
3. Rodent neuroanatomy and embryology
4. A phd or equivalent laboratory research background in the above mentioned areas.

Scholarship Application Deadline:May 15st 2011.

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10 PhD Fellowships in Aging-Associated Diseases, Cologne University, Germany

/ March 18, 2011 Leave a Comment

The CECAD Graduate School is calling for applications for its comprehensive PhD program in the interdisciplinary and future-oriented field of aging research. The three-year program includes excellent research conditions with intensive guidance and state-of-the-art facilities in an international work environment.

Requirements
The requirements for applying to the CECAD Graduate School is a Master of Science or an equivalent degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or another relevant subject. Alternatively, we also accept applicants with a degree in medicine if they can prove that they have sufficient research experience in a field which is relevant to CECAD’s work. In order to be admitted to the selection procedure, all applicants must prove that they have adequate knowledge of English.

Scholarship Application Deadline: March 20, 2011.

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