Computer Science | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 22

PhD Position in Privacy and Security in Wireless Sensor Networks, Spain

The Wireless Communications Research Group offers a research oriented PhD position. We seek an outstanding student, self-motivated and with a critical attitude, to undertake a PhD in security and privacy issues of sensor networks. A
strong background in mathematics as well as some previous work in cryptography will be viewed favorably.
Applicants must hold a Master Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or a related field. Applicants are also encouraged to provide a CV and the names and contact information of at least two references to Vanesa Daza (vanesa.daza at upf.edu). The applicant should state the earliest possible starting date.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 2011-01-31

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PhD Studentship in Computer Science with Specialisation in Computing Education Research, Sweden

The position is located within the Uppsala Computing Education Research Group (UpCERG) at the Department of Information Technology. UpCERG conducts research in Computing and Engineering Education, with a focus on student understanding and support for innovative curriculum development. The research is driven by a desire to contribute to the body of Scholarship of Learning and Teaching that informs educational practice in computing. The aim is to explore and develop undergraduate and graduate education in computing, and related fields, through the use of rigorous research methods. Research foci are chosen with a view to their potential impact on computing and engineering education.
pplications should include a description of research interests and past experience, a CV, copies of degrees and/or diplomas and transcript of results, a copy of Master/Honours thesis (or a draft thereof), relevant publications, and other relevant documents. Candidates are encouraged to provide contact information to reference persons. A good grasp of written and spoken English is required. Applications may be submitted by candidates that have not fully completed the Master of Science degree (or equivalent), however all applicants should state their expected graduation date.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 24 January, 2011

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Post-Master’s or Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Nonlinear Dynamical Systems, USA

The Center for  Engineering Science Advanced Research (CESAR) in the Computer Science and  Mathematics (CSM) Division of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks  candidates for innovative research in computational and theoretical nonlinear  dynamical systems.
Work will involve development of novel methodologies,  computer codes and algorithms to model the dynamics of semiconductor and fiber  lasers/amplifiers and laser arrays and their implementation on parallel  distributed multicore processor platforms. Successful candidates must have  proven experience in optics/lasers, nonlinear dynamical systems, and strong  computational skills. Programming skills in FORTRAN 95/2003 Linux and Windows  systems are desirable. The positions require MSc or, preferably, PhD degrees in  Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical  Physics, or related fields. Exceptional candidates with a BSc degree will also  be considered.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications may be submitted throughout the year, and appointments may begin at any time.

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