PhD Student Position@ Umeå University, Sweden in Theoretical Chemistry

Description: The department offers degrees at B.Sc., M.Sc. and Ph.D. levels, and our graduate- and postgraduate students are attractive for employment in academic institutions and industry.. This project is a further development of the energy migration theory which we developed about 10 years ago and is currently used to determine intra-molecular distances in proteins and bio- macromolecular systems.The PhD project is oriented towards the new description of the energy transfer process. The approach is also combined with time-resolved fluorescence experiments.

The project comprises:

- a fundamental knowledge in quantum mechanics
- the development of existing Fortran programs which are used in solving the stochastic Liouville equation in the frequency domain.
- the testing of a new theoretical description against experimental data.

Deadline:  31 January, 2011
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PhD Scholarship@ Denmark Technical University, Denmark in Rational Evolution of Enzymes

Description: This new, international research project involves the study of the copper-containing enzymes known as laccases: Why did they evolve to their particular current structures, and how are these structures evolutionary optimized for stability and function under extreme environmental conditions, in particular high temperature?

The research area of computational protein evolution is of growing importance, because of the need to process increasingly complex information in the search for new industrial enzymes, both within academic research and within the private sector.

Requirements: Candidates must have-* a master’s degree in engineering or science or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to the master’s degree. Both theoretical and experimental skills need to be proven. Relevant theoretical skills: Computational biology/chemistry, mathematical modeling, biophysics, quantum chemistry, computers/programming. Relevant experimental skills: General Lab experience, protein chemistry, protein expression, mutagenesis, and/or screening.

Deadline: 15 February 2011
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Postdoctoral Fellowships @ TWAS- Subject: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics

Description:.Under this scheme, grants are awarded to individual researchers and research units in 80 science-and-technology-lagging countries (S&TLC) to enable them to purchase the research facilities they need to enhance their productivity.

The programme aims to:
* Reinforce and promote scientific research in basic sciences in developing countries;
* Strengthen developing countries’ endogenous capacity in science;
* Reduce the exodus of scientific talents from the South;
* Build and sustain units of scientific excellence in S&TLC over a longer period to help them achieve a critical mass of highly qualified and innovative scientists capable of addressing real-life problems facing their countries.

The TWAS Research Grants Programme in Basic Sciences complements that of the International Foundation for Science (IFS). The two organizations maintain close contact to ensure the complementarity of the two schemes and to avoid duplication.

Please note that the TWAS Research Grants Programme supports research in the basic sciences. Proposals focusing on more applied research should be submitted to IFS. Thus, projects submitted to TWAS that relate to applications in agriculture or medicine or that use existing techniques to screen, for example, medicinal plants for bioactive substances or to monitor an environment for pollutants will be rejected.

Eligibility Individual applicants must be nationals of developing countries. They must hold a PhD, be at the beginning of their careers, but already have some research experience. They must hold a position at a university or research institution in one of the 80 S&TLCs. As a general rule, the grants are awarded to competent scientists under the age of 45 years.

Applying research units must be led by a renowned researcher who is a national of a developing country, who holds a PhD and who has good research experience. The research unit must operate within a university or a research institution in one of the 80 S&TLCs and consist of a core number of research scientists, postgraduate students and technicians. There is no age limit for unit leaders.

Individual scientists and research unit leaders who submit a satisfactory final report on a previous grant may apply for a renewal.

Deadline: 31 August 2011

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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (DNA from Ancient Soils), @ The University of Waikato, New Zealand at the Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences - Subject: chemistry/mineralogy/microbiology

Description:. This project “DNA from ancient soils” has been funded by the NZ Marsden Fund for three years.Applications are sought from candidates experienced in molecular biology and aDNA analysis, with a strong background in computational and infomatics skills. Some experience in soil chemistry/mineralogy/microbiology would be an advantage. The work will be performed in both New Zealand (University of Waikato) and Australia (University of Adelaide).
The successful applicant will have been awarded their PhD at the time of taking up the appointment, and will have successfully published papers from their doctoral research.


Deadline: 15 January 2011
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PhD fellowship Program in Chemistry in Development and Application of novel Proteomics methods Project @ Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO)

Description: The Flemish institute for technological research. CFP incorporates academic research based on mass spectrometry and related techniques, as well as applications in a wide range of areas including structural biology, post translational modifications, quantitative proteomics, biomarker research, metabolomics, and data handling which address questions in human and plant biology.

• You will be in charge of developing and applying novel proteomics approaches based on ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) and electron transfer dissociation (ETD) on two state-of-the-art platforms, a Waters Synapt G2 with ETD and a Thermo Orbitrap Velos with FAIMS and ETD.
• You will characterise and compare the performance of these techniques in electrospray ionisation mass spectrometry, using test proteins and other samples and including charge-shifting reagents.
• The emphasis of your research will be on three aspects in particular:
• Top-down’ approaches with undigested molecules, e.g. intact proteins or other biomolecules (glycans, lipids) and their complexes;
• Assessing the performance of IMS and ETD as a separation and classification approach in high-throughput methods;
• The characterisation of glycosylated proteins, i.e. glycopeptides and glycan structures.
• You will have an interest in developing new methods for data analysis, specifically for ETD fragmentation spectra, and for the interpretation of ion mobility using modelling approaches.
• You will closely interact and collaborate internationally with other scientists, particularly biologists, and with the instrument manufacturers.
• You will explore how novel proteomics approaches can contribute to our understanding of biomolecular structure, assembly and function.

Requirements:

• You have a masters or an equivalent degree in a scientific subject (e.g. chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physics), or in engineering.
• This project would be particularly well suited for a physical chemist looking to work on novel biological applications, or a biochemist seeking to train in modern analytical techniques.
• Ideally you will have prior experience with mass spectrometry and/or proteomics, or other (bio-) physical methods.
• You have experience, or are willing to learn, basic sample preparation and handling techniques. A background in biochemistry is a bonus.
• You are skilled in using scientific equipment, and you have the ability to use the complex software underlying the processing of mass spectrometry data. Experience with modelling molecular structures is an asset.
• Additional training or background in the design or modification of complex scientific equipment is a bonus.
• You have excellent communication and writing skills in English; you can swiftly integrate in international laboratories and can clearly communicate scientific results to co-workers and other scientists from different disciplines.

Details:

• A key position in an exciting multidisciplinary research initiative, pursuing the implementation of innovative instrumental approaches for the characterisation of biological systems.
• The chance to use a wide range of state-of-the-art mass spectrometry equipment, in collaboration with the instrument manufacturers
• A full-time position for 4 years. Start date: from March 2011 or later.
• A salary set according to the pay scales of VITO and the Flemish universities depending on relevant experience and level of education.
• Reimbursement of public transport costs, bicycle compensation, private pension scheme (after two years) and luncheon vouchers.

For more details Email to:  dirk.valkenborg@vito.be

Deadline- 15 Febuarary, 2010

 

PhD Positions(2 Positions) available @ Germany in the field of Density Functional Theory -based molecular dynamics simlations of liquids, biomolecules and interfaces.

Description: One position will be more oriented to the understanding of interfacial structure and spectroscopy, while a second position will be more oriented to bio-electrochemical processes.Outstating candidates with a background in physics, chemistry, computational biology are invited to apply.
Application: candidates must send a complete curriculum vitae including the names of two referee to sulpizi@uni-mainz.de
Contact : Dr Marialore Sulpizi
Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz,
Staudinger Weg 7
55099 Mainz
Germany.sulpizi@uni-mainz.de,Tel: +49 6131 3923641,Fax: +49 6131 3920496

Postdoctoral and PhD positions in Physics, Chemistry, and Materials Science

Applications: Applications are invited for postdoctoral and PhD positions link to a five year project on the topic of Dynamical processes in open quantum systems as part of an European Research Council Advanced grant (DYNamo project). The successful candidate will work on one (or more) of the following general topics linked to the ERC-DYNamo project:

Qualifications:We are looking for highly qualified candidates from Physics, Chemistry, and Materials Science both at student and postdoctoral level. Ph.D. students must hold a Masters Degree (diploma) requiring the completion of a master thesis or equivalent. Post-docs must hold a Ph.D. degree. A strong background in theoretical condensed matter physics, chemistry or biology is desirable. Previous experience using quantum mechanical methods and atomistic simulations and proficiency in scientific programming are essential.
Deadline: 31/12/2012
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PhD Scholarship and Master’s Programme @ France, ENS Cachan 2011-2012 in Sciences: applied mathematics, computer sciences, physics, chemistry, biology etc.

Description: The grant amounts to 1000 euros/month, for a duration of stay of 6 to 12 months.
The selection is made in two steps : pre-selection and final selection. In order to participate in the programme, you must first apply on line.
Eligibility:Master’s degree candidates must justify of a 1st year of master’s degree or equivalent obtained outside of France
* PhD candidates must have a minimum qualification of master’s degree or equivalent obtained outside France or be following a PhD outside of France
Country:This Scholarship Programme is open to students of all nationalities.
Language skills:A good knowledge of the French language is required for students applying for a complete academic year in a Research Master level 2.Age:
For RM2 level admission, candidates must be less than 26 years old when starting their training at ENS Cachan.
Students who are not eligible:* Foreign candidates who are registered, in view of obtaining a diploma, in a French higher education institution.
* Candidates who have already been awarded another grant for the same period.
* Previous years’ grant holders*.
 Deadline: 16 January 2011
Links: For more details click here  

PHD Fellowships in DFT-based Simulations of Liquids, Biomolecules and Interfaces, Germany for Doctoral studies at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

 Subject: Computational Physics/Chemistry

No of Positions: 2

One position will be more oriented to the understanding of interfacial structure and spectroscopy, while a second position will be more oriented to bio-electrochemical processes.

 Procedure to apply please send a complete curriculum vitae including the names of two referee to sulpizi-at-uni-mainz.de

 Deadline: Contact Employer

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Postdoctoral Researcher Inorganic Chemistry – Multiferroic Materials, Belgium @ Hasselt University

Study Subject: Inorganic Chemistry

Description: The candidate will perform research in the Group of Inorganic and Physical Chemistry (Institute for Materials Research) of the University of Hasselt and in collaboration with the group of EMAT of the University of Antwerp.
Requirement: PhD in science or engineering with a substantial background in inorganic chemistry and wet chemical synthesis of metal oxides. Candidates who will get a PhD degree in the near future are also allowed to apply. Interest or experience in the interdisciplinary research domain of multiferroic metal oxides is considered as an asset.

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Deadline: January 7th 2011
Tags: Chemistry, Inorganic, Postdoctoral, research, Scholarship

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PhD Fellowship @ Glasgow -Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde

Project Title: Regulation of protein function by post-translational modification

This  Position is available from 1st October 2011 in the research group of Dr Luke Chamberlain .Palmitoylation is an important post-translational modification that regulates protein trafficking and function. The aim of this project is to develop an understanding of DHHC protein regulation by screening for novel interacting proteins. The project will use a multi-disciplinary approach, including molecular biology (DNA cloning etc), biochemical, and confocal imaging techniques. The research of the Institute is represented by five main groups: * Biomedicinal chemistry and drug delivery * Cell biology * Infection, Immunity and Microbiology * Integrative mammalian biology * Pharmaceutical care and Public Health No Of Positions: This Department/School currently has 3 project(s) listed below.

Funding: The funding is available to citizens of a number of European countries (including the UK). In most cases this will include all EU nationals. However full funding may not be available to all applicants and you should read the full department and project details for further information.

Contact : Dr L Chamberlain, Telephone Number: +44(0)141 548 2125 Fax: +44(0)141 552 2562

Address: The Graduate School
Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences
University of Strathclyde
John Arbuthnott Building
27 Taylor Street
Glasgow, G4 0NR

Deadline: 31 March 2011

Other Project in The University:

Dr L Chamberlain Regulation of protein function by post-translational modification Application Deadline: 31 March 2011

Dr P Hoskisson, Prof I Hunter 4-year PhD Studentship in Bacterial Molecular Genetics/Biochemistry: Systems biology approaches to metabolic engineering in Streptomycetes Application Deadline: 17 December 2010

Prof S Pyne, Dr J Edwards The role of sphingosine 1-phosphate in colorectal cancer Application Deadline: 07 January 2011

Postdoctoral Researcher Inorganic Chemistry – Multiferroic Materials, Belgium @ Hasselt University

Study Subject: Inorganic Chemistry

Description: The candidate will perform research in the Group of Inorganic and Physical Chemistry (Institute for Materials Research) of the University of Hasselt and in collaboration with the group of EMAT of the University of Antwerp.
Requirement: PhD in science or engineering with a substantial background in inorganic chemistry and wet chemical synthesis of metal oxides. Candidates who will get a PhD degree in the near future are also allowed to apply. Interest or experience in the interdisciplinary research domain of multiferroic metal oxides is considered as an asset.

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Deadline: January 7th 2011

PhD Fellowship for doctoral applicants in Supramolecular Organic Electronics, ISIS-UdS, Strasbourg,France

Field: Chemistry or Material science, France

Description: Two Marie-Curie Early Stage Researcher positions in “Graphene based Supramolecular Organic Electronics” are available at ISI.,
Subject:Chemistry and Material Science
Requirements: ISIS are looking for the candidates with a strong background in one or more of the following fields: chemistry and materials science, surface science, solid state physics, supramolecular chemistry.
A Master Degree in Chemistry or Materials Science and excellent command of English is required.
 
Appointments: Appointees can be nationals of any country other than the country of the premises of the host organization where they will carry out their project. However they must not have resided or carried out their main activity in the country of the host for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to their recruitment.


Documents:: Please send your CV including at least two references and a motivation letter to Paolo Samorì, “samori-at-isis-ulp.org”. Complete applications will be reviewed as received.
Deadline: not written here .kindly Contact Employer
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Job of Lectureships (Four grade 8 Lectureships) @ university of Liverpool-Stephenson Institute for Renewable Energy

Subject Area:Physical and Environmental Sciences ,Chemistry,Materials Science,Physics and Astronomy and Other Physical Sciences

 Description: The institute is inviting applications in the areas of Materials Chemistry, Electrochemistry and Condensed Matter Physics for
 Qualification: The successful applicants should have an excellent track record in one of the following areas of research: photovoltaics, carbon capture and storage, sustainable feedstocks, batteries, fuel cells, hydrogen generation and storage, solar harvesting, energy transport or another energy-related area of materials physics or chemistry.

 Location:Northern England 

Contact to: institute's Director, Professor Werner Hofer; email whofer@liv.ac.uk
For full details, or to request an application pack for the four posts,
visit www.liv.ac.uk/working/job_vacancies , email jobs@liv.ac.uk or call 0151 794 2210 (24 hour answerphone)
Links: www.liv.ac.uk/stephenson-institute
Deadline: 22 January 2011