1. MSc Scholarships in Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Italy The Politecnico di Torino, thanks to the support of Compagnia di San Paolo, offers international students the possibility to receive a scholarship and other benefits to attend an academic program in Engineering or Architecture. Academic offer:
2. MSc Scholarships, Automotive Eng, Politecnico di Torino, Italy The project awards scholarships to international students to attend the Master of Science program in Automotive Engineering at the Politecnico di Torino.The initiative is promoted by the Politecnico di Torino and the Compagnia di San Paolo. Further information is available on the specific website: www.polito.it/autoveicolo and Call for applications for the 2010/2011 academic year The University of Trento and the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna offer an two-year international joint Master of Science program, named Graduate Program in Information Science and Technology (Laurea Magistrale in Scienze e Tecnologie dell'Informazione). The objective of the program is to educate high profile professionals and researchers in Information Science and Technology. The perfect candidates for this course are highly motivated young students wishing to pursue a higher educational path that will lead to either industrial or academic research positions. In brief: Candidates must possess (or achieve before August 31 2010) a Bachelor (Laurea Triennale) (see http://www.unitn-sssa.org/admissions) It is reserved to 5 EU students and 5 non-EU students, admissionis by a public selection procedure (see http://www.unitn-sssa.org/admissions). It is an international program. All courses are taught in English Scolarships are available (see http://www.unitn-sssa.org/fundings) The call has been issued and the application website is now open. Deadlines for Non-EU is March 15th 2010 Website: www.unitn-sssa.org/science Zaragoza International Logistics Program A behavioral perspective on Supply Chain Management focuses on the attributes of human behavior and cognition that impact the design, management, and improvement of supply chains. This perspective may employ different empirical methods, such as experiments and surveys, and may build upon different levels of analysis, such as the individual (i.e. bounded rationality of individual decision takers) and the group (i.e. studies that explore the impact of social variables such as trust, dependency and learning on supply chain performance). Tasks As part of the research group of the Supply Chain Management Laboratory (scmLAB), the candidate should conduct empirical research to develop and test theories related to (inter)organizational learning in supply chain relationships which could be published in top international scientific journals. Related research lines of the research group can be consulted on the website www.zlc.edu.es/lab/scmlab. Eligibility Exceptional applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All applicants must, at a minimum, fulfill all of the admissions requirements for the PhD in Logistics and Supply Chain management of Zaragoza Logistics Center in order to be considered. While applicants are expected to have an aptitude for analytical thinking, a previous degree in engineering is not required. Furthermore, candidates should have excellent research and writing skills, and be fluent in English. Spanish is not a requirement. Knowledge on experimental design is highly desirable. What we offer The fellow is appointed for one year with annual renewals, dependent on performance, for three consecutive years (four years in total) and will receive a monthly stipend of €1.250 gross, which includes National Health Service, as well as accident insurance. Furthermore there is funding for training activities and for travel related to the research project. The fellow will be enrolled in the PhD in Logistics and Supply Chain Management Program of Zaragoza Logistics Center. PhD students for the first two years typically complete courses in the MIT-Zaragoza master’s degree program (ZLOG) before continuing with advanced courses and dissertation work. Third year MIT-Zaragoza PhD students can go abroad and spend a semester or more at other leading business and engineering schools (usually MIT in Boston). Start date of the special PhD-position August 2010. Special cases will be discussed and depending on the personal circumstances, he/she could attend the PhD Summer Academy 2010 organized by ZLC, held over the summer, before the beginning of the term. Application Process To apply, candidates must complete all the application requirements for the PhD program. Additionally, we ask for a statement of no more than 500 words detailing your reasons in wishing to study the topic and a proposed research project including its broader significance. The deadline for applications is April 15th, 2010. Short-listed candidates will be notified before May 7th, 2010 and interviews will then be arranged. Please consult our web site for further information. Questions regarding the general process can be addressed to admission@zlc.edu.es or if it is regarding this specific position to financialaid@zlc.edu.es Joint PhD Programmes with: University of Pisa The International Institute for Software Technology of the United Nations University (UNU-IIST) offers PhD Programmes open to candidates from developing countries. The Programmes, based in Macao SAR China, are conducted in partnership with prestigious universities in industrialised countries. PhD candidates are requested to spend a period of time at the partner university. The PhD degree is issued by the partner university. A joint PhD programme in partnership with the University of Pisa is currently active. Joint PhD Programmes with other universities are under negotiation. How to apply Before applying you should browse the websites of UNU-IIST and the partner university to identify the people with whom you would like to carry out your research. In particular, you are encouraged to contact in advance the UNU-IIST academic staff you expect to be your main PhD advisor. You are encouraged to include in your CV extensive information about your background and clearly define in your research statement the area in which you are interested to do research. Information on the formal application are given below for each PhD Programme. Joint Programme in Computer Science with the University of Pisa, Italy Duration: 3 years Starting Date: any Application
Ms. Alice Pun UNU-IIST PhD Programme P.O. Box 3058 Macao SAR China Ph. +853 2871 2930 Email:pci@iist.unu.edu Positions12 Length of Contract 6-9 months Starting Date March 01, 2010 Duty Station Trieste, Italy Deadline for Applications January 31, 2010 12:00 (European standard time) Send applications to geothermy@ics.trieste.it Organizational Reference In the United Nations System, a fellowship is a specially designed or selected training activity for the purpose of fulfilling special learning objectives; such training takes place in an appropriate training institution, usually in response to, or in conjunction with, a specific human resources policy or plan: it aims at impact and relevance for all the stakeholders involved. The Institutional Agreement between the Government of Italy and UNIDO, which sets out the framework for the operations of the ICS, states that one of the main functions to be undertaken by the ICS in fulfilling its objectives is long-term and short-term advanced training, as well as the operation of a scheme of visiting scientists and scientific associates. The ICS Fellowship Programme is therefore an essential element of the mandate of the Centre: the nature of the Fellowship Programme reflects its high-level scientific content. In the ICS context, fellowships are designed to address specific requests or requirements of scientists and technologists of developing countries and countries in economic transition. The ICS Fellowship Programme is based on a dual approach: training designed to build on the Fellow's knowledge in a specific scientific and/or technical field, and training by way of 'hands-on' experience in undertaking ad hoc projects, or working within a selected ongoing scientific activity at ICS. In all instances, the experience thus acquired should be directly relevant to the Fellow's Institute and to his/her home country. ICS fellowships are generally of longer duration than the more traditional UNIDO fellowships, in line with the established standards and practice of scientific institutions world-wide. Post Main Functions The ICS Core Programme on Geothermal Energy is articulated in two projects: Exploration and monitoring of resources
Skills and Experience Candidates should be experienced researchers, i.e. either possess a doctoral degree (PhD), or have at least four years of formal pre-doctoral experience in fields related to the relevant ICS core programme. Exceptions may be considered only for graduate students of very high qualifications. Languages English Language Proficiency Certificate (such as TOEFL, Cambridge Certificate or equivalent); not required if university education has been conducted in English or if the candidate has spent at least one year in an English speaking scientific environment. Remuneration and other support The ICS-UNIDO Fellows will be paid a net stipend of 1800 euro/month (Fellows with PhD) and 1500 euro/month (Fellows with MSc/University degree). Moreover, round trip travel expenses (economy class) to Italy from the country of origin and health insurance will be covered. Source: http://www.ics.trieste.it/core-programmes/geothermy/fellowships.aspx?itemID=5396 The University of Bari reserves a studentship position to foreign students for the Doctoral Program in Mathematics. For the admission to the Program, the students interested must follow the instructions specified in "Call for Applications" which will be available usually at the end of October of each year. During their Doctoral studies, the students may visit others Departments in Italy or outside Italy (for at most 18 months) to collaborate and, eventually, prepare their Doctoral theses. In such a period their scholarships will be increased with respect the usual amount. The length of the program is three (3) years of full-time academic research. The grant amounts to almost 1100 Euro per month. The Doctoral Program in Mathematics is centred on an interdisciplinary perspective. The program covers seven main areas (or curriculum): 1. Analysis; 2. Algebra; 3. Geometry; 4. Mathematical Physics; 5. Probability; 6. Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computation; 7. Mathematics for Finance; and the students have to work in one of these areas. Candidates are also expected to complete a thesis within this period. Applicants are required to have finished an undergraduate program of at least four years, for instance a Bachelor and Master degree, in the scientific area of Mathematics or Physics or Computer Science. Feel free to contact the Coordinator of the Doctoral Program, Prof. Luciano Lopez, (lopezl@dm.uniba.it) for any reason. Application deadline is usually 1 month after the publication of the "Call for Applications". More info at http://www.dm.uniba.it/dottorato/English/reserved |
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