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4 Postdoctoral Positions in Bio/Nanotechnology and Material Science, Italy

/ January 7, 2011 Leave a Comment

Applications are invited for 4 Post-doctoral positions in bio/nanotechnology and material science related research programs. The research activities will take place in the Smart Materials Group of the (CBN), Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) that is based in Lecce, Italy.

The Center possesses world class facilities and expertise in the areas of materials processing and development with emphasis to surface science, nanoparticles production, magnetic, conducting and biocompatible nanocomposites, thermo/mechanical testing, laser spectroscopy, confocal and scanning probe microscopies, biology/biotechnology, genomics/proteomics, third generation photovoltaics, high performance computing, density functional-theory and computational nanoscience. Close collaborations exist with industry, University departments, and other research centers in Italy and abroad.

Position 1
Two years postdoctoral position in development and thermo/mechanical characterization of novel plastic nanocomposite materials targeting on mechanically reinforced and thermally resistive materials to be used in the areas of buildings and constructions, automotive and aviation industry, packaging. The candidate must have a PhD in one of the following areas: Materials Science, Physics, Engineering. Previous experience in thermo/mechanical characterization of materials will be appreciated.

Position 2
Two years postdoctoral position in the development, processing, chemical modifications and characterization of natural polymers, biopolymers and biocompatible polymers. The candidate must have a PhD in one of the following areas: Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Bio Engineering. Previous experience in polymer chemistry is essential, and experience in biopolymers will be highly appreciated.

Position 3
Two years postdoctoral position in surface processing and characterization of materials. The candidate must have a PhD in one of the following areas: Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, Chemical Engineering. Candidates with previous experience in surface patterning (photopatterning, laser ablation, electrochemical patterning, etc.), thin film deposition, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy will be preferred.

Position 4
Two years postdoctoral position in the development and characterization of magnetic and conducting polymer-based nanocomposites. The candidate must have a PhD in one of the following areas: Physics, Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering. Candidates with previous experience in any of the following fields: nanoparticles preparation, nanocomposites preparation, measurements of conductivity, magnetic characterization will be preferred.
Fellowship Application Deadline: 30 January 2011
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Postdoctoral Research Assistant in liquid NMR, Portugal

/ January 7, 2011 Leave a Comment

Applications are open for one (1) fellowship position for Management of Science and Technology (NMR research expert with PhD) with the duration of 1 year, extendable until the end of 2012, at Nuclear Magnetic Resonace Laboratory of Centro de Química da Madeira (CQM/http://cqm.uma.pt), University of Madeira, Madeira Island, Portugal
The successful candidate will support, plans and manage the PTNMR CQM/UMa network site to ensure the most efficient services to internal/external laboratory users, in accordance with the management procedures of the PTNMR agreement established between the institutions that constitute the Portuguese National Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Network (PTNMR) and the FCT-MCTES.

The functions of the Manager of Science and Technology will include:
1) Technical maintenance of the NMR equipment (e. g. cryoliquid refills), optimization, implementation and updating of techniques and procedures.
2) Service management of the NMR equipment:
a. Planning, registration and reports of the equipment allocation time;
b. Support to the financial management;
c. Update and maintenance of the equipment website, including the updating of the online web management tool for NMR scheduling, and coordination with the website of the PTNMR.
3) Promotion of the PTNMR network activities:
a. Collaboration in local training activities;
b. Assist in organizing events integrated into PTNMR;
c. Planning new events.
4) Development and support of research activities in the framework of the Natural Products and Materials Group’s.

Applications: Candidates must send,  the following:
a. Motivation letter;
b. A brief statement of the applicant current and future research interest (Max. 2 pag.);
c. Detailed Curriculum Vitae;
d. Academic certificates in Portuguese or translated to English (certificated translation);
e. Working program to be developed in the scope of the Natural Products and/or Materials Groups of CQM (Max. 2 pag.);
f. Name and e-mail contacts of two referees.

Scholarship Application Deadline: until 31 of January 2011 (5 PM, Portuguese time)

Further Scholarship Information and Application

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PhD Scholarship at Top USA universities

/ November 5, 2010 Leave a Comment

Study Subject:Aeronautics and Astronomics/Aeronautical Engineering,Agriculture,Astronomy / Planetary Sciences
Biology,Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Sciences/Engineering, Energy,Engineering (electrical, chemical, civil, mechanical, ocean, and petroleum), Environmental Science/Engineering, Geology / Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Information Sciences / Engineering (engineering focus only; business-focused study is not eligible), Materials Science/Engineering, Mathematics, Neurosciences, Oceanography, Physics, Public Health

Employer: Top USA universities

Level: PhD

Scholarship Description: The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State sponsors the International Fulbright Science & Technology Award for Outstanding Foreign Students (Fulbright S&T) to provide exceptional foreign students with an opportunity to pursue Ph.D. study at top U.S. universities.

Fulbright S&T is designed to be the most prestigious international scholarship in science and technology and to demonstrate the United States’ commitment to welcoming top-notch future researchers and leaders to pursue serious scientific study and research at U.S. institutions.

Eligibility

Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree (comparable to a U.S. bachelor’s degree) on or before August 2012 and cannot reside in the U.S. at the time of application to the program. It is highly recommended that the applicant have received his/her bachelor’s degree in the same or a related field for which he/she plans to pursue Ph.D. study. Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency with a recent TOEFL score (or equivalent) of 580 or higher

Grantees receive three years of funding from ECA followed by support from their U.S.host institution until the completion of Ph.D. programs.
Applications for the competition will be accepted starting February 1, 2011.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Please check with the Fulbright Office in your country to learn the application deadline date.

Apply Here

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