The Section of Applied Geology aims to develop high-resolution quantitative models of geological heterogeneity in clastic sedimentary basins at different spatial scales. The models serve to enhance our understanding of clastic sedimentary systems as a whole, and will be applied in the discovery, use and sustainable management of subsurface resources. We strive to reduce the inherent uncertainty in numerical modelling by developing tools for quantitative prediction of key subsurface properties such as size, shape, spatial distribution and internal heterogeneity of sediment bodies.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sediment grain-size data are routinely collected in many geoscientific surveys. In addition, estimates of sediment grain size may be derived from other measurements collected during surveys (‘proxies’). The information contained in such data may be used to build subsurface models for resource estimation, hydrological analysis, and hydrocarbon production. The first objective of this research project is to build a (geo)statistical toolbox comprising a set of Matlab scripts designed to be used by non-specialists. The toolbox includes: 1) estimation of grain-size parameters from proxy data; 2) reconstruction and interpolation of continuous particle-size distributions from discrete measurements; 3) geostatistical modelling of spatial variation in grain-size distributions (2-D and 3-D). Further research shall be carried out to 1) develop a method for extraction of residual sediment transport fields from spatial patterns of grain-size variability; 2) compare inferred residual transport fields to morphological data sets, and conduct process-based simulations of sediment transport and morphodynamics.

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should have an MSc in Earth Sciences (Geology, Geophysics, Physical Geography) or Civil Engineering (Engineering Geology, Hydraulic Engineering, Petroleum Engineering). We specifically invite applications from candidates with demonstrable experience in one or more of the following fields: (geo)statistical modelling, computer programming (e.g. Matlab) and modelling of sediment transport/morphodynamics.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The successful candidate will be employed by Delft University of Technology for a fixed period of four years within which he/she is expected to write a doctoral thesis.

TU Delft offers an attractive benefits package, including a flexible work week, free high-speed Internet access from home, and the option of assembling a customized compensation and benefits package (the ‘IKA’). Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

Delft University of Technology strives to increase the number of women in higher academic positions; women are therefore especially encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION

To apply, please send a detailed CV along with a letter of application by 15 April, 2009 to: recruitment-citg@tudelft.nl

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://www.vacaturesindelft.nl/vacature.php?id=1439&lang=eng

A second aspect of the project pertains to the calculation from these densities of new criteria of molecular similarity, of relevance for the pharmaceutical industry, and of efficient descriptors of the chemical reactivity, in collaboration with the division of quantum chemistry at the University of Ghent (Prof. P. Bultinck). This proposed research project is a continuation of a PhD thesis that has been awarded by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemists.

Diploma

Academic license (4 years), master (5 years) of equivalent diploma (bvb. DEA) in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences, or civil engineering in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences. Students who will complete their study this year can also apply.

Offer

Scholarship for a PhD in Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics within the research group of Michael S. Deleuze (awards by the World Association of Theoretically Oriented Chemists and by the Royal Flemisch Academy of Belgium for Sciences and Arts). The scholarship is available for a period of 4 years. It consists of a first appointment of 2 years, followed by a prolongation of 2 years unless negative evaluation of the first period. The scholarship is subject to social security. Important computer facilities and a supporting research environment are available for the candidate (for more information on our research activities, visit our website:

http://www.uhasselt.be/theochem).

Further information

• Content job responsibilities: prof. dr. Michael S. Deleuze, +32-11-26 83 03, michael.deleuze@uhasselt.be

• Content terms of employment and selection procedure: Jef Vanvoorden, 011-26 80 80, jef.vanvoorden@uhasselt.be

Application

Applicants must use the official application forms

• which are available at the Rectoraat of Hasselt University, Campus Diepenbeek, Agoralaan – building D, B-3590 Diepenbeek (Belgium), phone +32 – 11 – 26 80 03

• or which can be downloaded here pdf-file / Word format.

The completed application forms must reach the above mentioned address no later than Friday, April 3rd 2009.

Application by e-mail will only be taken into consideration when sent to the following address: jobs@uhasselt.be

• Applied Mathematics (4 positions)
• Astroparticle Physics (4 positions)
• Astrophysics (5 positions)
• Functional and Structural Genomics (6 positions)
• Geometry (4 positions)
• Mathematical Analysis (4 positions)
• Mathematical Physics (4 positions)
• Neuroscience – Cognitive Neuroscience (6 positions)
• Neuroscience – Neurobiology (9 positions)
• Physics and Chemistry of Biological Systems (6 positions)
• Statistical Physics (5 positions)
• Theory of Elementary Particles (5 positions)
• Theory and Numerical Simulation of Condensed Matter (8 positions)

The School offers grants (currently € 1.040,00 net/month approximately), depending on the amount of funds available, to students who have made a specific request in their application. The grant is awarded for three years, extendable for a fourth year subject to approval by the School authorities and to the availability of funds. A contribution towards living expenses of the amount of € 1.200,00 gross per year will also be awarded to those who will submit a regular rent contract.

Requirements

The School welcomes applications from young candidates soon after completion of their undergraduate studies with a strong interest in research even if without previous specific experience.

To be admitted to the School, candidates must be in possession of the Italian laurea (”laurea specialistica” as per new rules) in a scientific subject, or of a University degree obtained abroad and considered equivalent by the governing bodies of the School (i.e. M.Sc.). This degree must have been conferred within the starting date of the teaching programme which is:

- October 1, 2009: for for participation in the Ph.D. in Astroparticle Physics, Geometry, Mathematical Physics and Theory of Elementary Particles.
- November 4, 2009: for all the other Ph.D. programmes.

Outstanding candidates who are not citizens of the European Union (EU) member states may be admitted by means of a preselection which takes place in the Spring, based on their academic and scientific qualifications. Non-EU students admitted by means of this preselection will be expected to pass a qualifying examination within the first year of study.

Application forms and deadlines

Applications must be sent to the following address:

The Director
SISSA/ISAS
via Beirut 4
34014 Grignano (Trieste)
Italy

INFO: Students Secretariat
tel.: +39 040 3787 452 / +39 040 3787 456
fax: +39 040 3787 466
e-mail: phd at sissa dot it

application form go to:

http://www.sissa.it/main/?p=COURSES_PHD_C2

For more details please have a look at:

http://www.sissa.it/main/?p=COURSES_PHD

PhD Studentships: 5 fully-funded STFC 3.5-year PhD Studentships open to UK/EU students resident in the UK. UH Studentships also available, open to non-resident EU and overseas students (partially funded). Minimum 2.1 Honours degree is required for PhD entry.

Applications should be received by 13th February 2009, to ensure full consideration.

MSc (Res): A 1-year full-time self-funded research degree. Minimum 2.2 Honours degree required. Applications welcome throughout the year.

• Low & high mass star formation
• ISM in galaxies AGN
• Brown Dwarfs
• High energy astrophysics Stellar populations
• Interstellar dust
• Stellar evolution
• Extrasolar planets
• Galaxy structure & dynamics
• Galaxy formation & evolution
• Chemical evolution of galaxies
• Extragalactic radio sources
• plus other topics – please see web pages

Informal enquiries may be made to

Dr Tim Gledhill,
Email: t.gledhill@herts.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1707 284601

Application packs may be obtained from:

Mrs Lorraine Nicholls,
Email: l.nicholls@herts.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1707 286083

Research Student Admissions,
Science & Technology Research Institute,
University of Hertfordshire,
College Lane,
Hatfield, AL10 9AB,
UK.

The understanding and control of reactions at molecular interfaces is central for the development of many important processes for energy conversion devices. The present project aims at new solid-state molecular interfaces for the conversion between visible light energy and electrical energy. Specifically the studies focus on molecular level understanding of functional interfaces (heterojunctions) containing electron conducting inorganic oxides, dye molecules and organic hole-conducting molecular materials and means how to form three-dimensional bulk heterojunctions for efficient photovoltaic and photodetector devices.

The efficiency of the photoconversion process in such systems is largely dependent on the molecular properties of the interfacial region. Insight into the detailed electronic and molecular interfacial structures will thus help to understand the mechanism determining observed functions and efficiencies. This project targets the fundamental questions at a molecular level by the implementation of a unique combination of vacuum based X-ray based advanced spectroscopic methods closely integrated with basic tools for functional characterization. This part of the project entails training in modern spectroscopical techniques in surface and interface physics for fundamental materials science and experimental developments at the Ångström laboratory and at synchrotron radiation facilities.

Included is also synthesis of more efficient devices where two complementary targets will be addressed. One towards developing new synthetic routs of nanoparticle/nanoporous bulk-heterojunctions. One directed to development of new analytical tools for understanding charge transport in such devices. The project will contain numerous national and international contacts and collaborations in the project.

A suitable background for you is a Masters degree in physics, engineering physics or physical chemistry. Previous experience of vacuum science, x-ray spectroscopy, practical experimental development, molecular material synthesis and/or photovoltaics is advantageous but not necessary.

The application should contain a letter where the applicant describes his/herself, merits and research interests, CV, copies of academic grades, exam work or related documents, other relevant publications and letters of recommendation.

For more information on this position please contact:

Håkan Rensmo
018-471 3547
hakan.rensmo@fysik.uu.se

or

Hans Siegbahn
018-471 3549
hans.siegbahn@fysik.uu.se

Please submit your application no later than 2009-01-30 to:

Registrator, UFV-PA 2008/3000
Uppsala University
Box 256
751 05 Uppsala
Sweden
fax:+46 18 4712000 or
e-mail: registrator@uu.se

If the application is submitted via fax or e-mail, the originals should follow within one week after the application deadline date.

For details about this PhD postion please have a look at:
http://www.personalavd.uu.se/ledigaplatser/3000dorand_eng.html

• Quantum optics with electron spin ensembles in semiconductors
• Physics and dynamics of individual unidirectional molecular motors
• Graphene Nanoelectronics and Spintronics

PhD:

• Spintronics and Valleytronics in Graphene Nanodevices
• Spin and Charge Transport in Graphene Quantum Dots
• Graphene based Sensors for Detection of (single) Molecules and Atoms, in Liquid or Atmospheric environments
• Physics and dynamics of individual unidirectional molecular motors

Quantum optics with electron spin ensembles in semiconductors (Postdoc 3 years)
This project will explore the ability to map a quantum state carried by a light pulse onto a degree of freedom in solid state material, and vice versa. This may provide a new way for preparing entangled states in solid state. The work builds on recent experiments in the field that demonstrated how one can prepare, control, and detect quantum coherence stored on electron spins in semiconductors. Unique to this project is that it aims to exploit the advantage of working with spin ensembles, rather than individual spins in a quantum dot in an optical cavity. This allows for developing robust techniques for optical communication between solid-state quantum-computing devices. The approach aims at realizing quantum systems in semiconductors, that have a set of energy levels similar to that of alkali atoms, and similar selection rules for the optical transitions. In these systems, long-lived quantum superpositions of low-energy spin states can be controlled by optical control fields (addressing high-energy transitions), by exploiting a quantum interference between two transitions that are driven at the same time (techniques based on so-called Electromagnetically Induced Transparency, EIT). The realization of EIT with an ensemble of conduction band electron spins in a GaAs system is the first upcoming experiment in this project.

Physics and dynamics of individual unidirectional molecular motors (3 years Postdoc/4 years PhD)
There are several positions available on Graphene. Take a look at our research on graphene to get a further impression and contact prof.dr.ir. Bart van Wees if you need to know more.

Graphene Nanoelectronics and Spintronics (Postdoc 3 years)
This position will supervise and coordinate the activities of the graphene team. He/she will also represent the group on (international) meetings and conferences.

Spintronics and Valleytronics in Graphene Nanodevices (PhD Position 4 years)
This position aims at investigating the spin and valley degrees of freedom in graphene devices. For this graphene nanodevices will be fabricated and investigated electrically, both at room temperature and cryogenic temperatures. Special attention will be paid to the role of the quality of the graphene layers and the role of the graphene edges.

Spin and Charge Transport in Graphene Quantum Dots (PhD Position 4 years)
The focus of this position is to investigate the charge and spin degree of freedom in nanostructured graphene devices and graphene quantum dots. An inportant question that will be addressed here is how the spin relaxation and dephasing times change when the electronic carriers are confined in 1D and 0D structures.

Graphene based Sensors for Detection of (single) Molecules and Atoms, in Liquid or Atmospheric environments (PhD Position 4 years)
This position aims at investigating the potential for graphene based field effect devices as sentitive sensors (single atom/molecule) in both gaseous or liquid environments. This research will be performed in close collaboration with chemistry groups from the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials at the University of Groningen.

For more information please contact

Prof.Dr.Ir. Bart Van Wees
Phone:    +31 50 363 4933
E-mail:    b.j.van.wees[AT]rug.nl

or

Dr.Ir. Caspar Van Der Wal
Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials and Department of Physics
University of Groningen
Nijenborgh 4
NL-9747AG   Groningen
The Netherlands

Phone +(31) 50 363 4555
Secretary +(31) 50 363 4974
Fax +(31) 50 363 4879
Email c.h.van.der.wal[AT]rug.nl

Office location at FWN Nijenborgh 4:
Building 13, first floor, room 140
(5113.0140)

For further details go to:
http://nanodevices.fmns.rug.nl/index.php/FND/Positions

Further informations:
http://innsida.ntnu.no/nettopp_lesmer.php?kategori=nyheter&dokid=492526c0ec2873.24069493

Job description

We search for a doctoral student to study applications of space techniques to global and regional earth observations. The focus will be in particular on geodetic space techniques such as Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) (e.g. GPS, GLONASS, and the future European system Galileo), and Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR).

The measurements performed with these techniques result in parameters such as crustal motions, earth rotation parameters, and the atmospheric water vapour content. These parameters describe the global change on our dynamic planet on various temporal and spatial scales and are of major importance in geophysical and climate research. The techniques have different technique-specific advantages and strengths for global earth observations and are complementing each other in terms of the sensed parameter space, accuracy and resolution. To make use of these techniques in a best possible way with a holistic approach, the individual accuracy and stability needs to be investigated (and possibly improved), and strategies for a combination and integration have to be developed.

One focus of the project is the combination and integration of GNSS and InSAR data and analysis to study crustal deformation phenomena. Other subject areas are GNSS applications to monitor sea level changes and seismic events.

Qualifications

A suitable background is a Master of Science (Swedish: civilingenjör) in physics, electrical engineering, or an equivalent degree, including an experience and/or a strong interest in measurements and data analysis applied to the atmospheric sciences.

You will be employed as a doctoral student by Chalmers and will receive a salary according to current salary agreements. A maximum of 20% of your working time will be devoted to duties at the department, mainly teaching of undergraduate courses. The remaining time will be devoted to your own research education, where the aim is to complete your PhD examination within 5 years (nominal time without department duties is 4 years).

Application procedure

The application shall be written in English and include the following items:

1. An application of a maximum of one A4 page containing your specific qualifications for the position
2. Attested copies of education certificates, including grade reports and other documents
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Letters of recommendation and name of reference persons (optional)

The application shall be sent electronically as pdf or zipped documents. Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

If any material is not available electronically or cannot be transferred to pdf format, the material can be sent as a hard copy to Registrar. The applicants name and the reference number (2008/259) must be written on the first page of the application.

Address:
Registrar
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg
Sweden

Further information

For additional information please contact Rüdiger Haas

Tel: 46 – 31 772 5530

E-mail: rudiger.haas@ chalmers.se at the Department of Radio and Space Science.
Union representatives

* SACO: Jan Lindér
* ST: Marie Wenander
* SEKO: Ralf Berndtsson

All reachable via Chalmers exchange: +46 31 772 10 00

A new research centre focusing on nanophotonics for terabit communications is being established at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). The centre is based on donations from a private foundation, VILLUM KANN RASNMUSSEN FONDEN. The NATEC centre will, in particular, perform research on light-matter interaction in semiconductor quantum dots and photonic crystal structures and explore the use of such nanostructured materials for realizing photonic chips operating in the terabit regime. The centre is a strongly focused effort involving nanofabrication, experimental characterisation based on nanoscopy and ultrafast lasers, fundamental theory including topology optimization, and systems experiments and will provide ample opportunities for cross-fertilization between these areas.

The NATEC Centre is headed by Professor Jesper Mørk (jm@com.dtu.dk) from Department of Photonics Engineering, DTU, and involves the collaboration with 4 other institutes at DTU: Department of Micro-and Nanotechnology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Center for Electron Nanoscopy and Danchip.

At the moment we have openings within the following areas of research:

Growth and characterisation of semiconductor quantum dots and fabrication of photonic crystal based devices (Kresten Yvind; ky@com.dtu.dk).

Characterisation of pulse propagation in photonic crystal structures and ultrafast dynamics in quantum dots (Mike van der Poel; mvp@com.dtu.dk).

Theory and modelling of light-matter interaction in photonic crystal structures with quantum dots (Niels Asger Mortensen; nam@mic.dtu.dk).

Topology optimization of nanophotonic structures incorporating effects of nonlinearities and fabrication uncertainties (Ole Sigmund; sigmund@mek.dtu.dk).

Experimental and theoretical investigations of terabit systems emphasizing noise limitations and information capacity (Palle Jeppesen; pj@com.dtu.dk).

We are looking for candidates with a strong track record and with a good experimental, theoretical and/or computational background in photonics, electromagnetics or materials engineering and physics. The annual salary of PhD students starts at approximately 277,000 DKK (36,900 EUR) + pension.

For further information please contact Jesper Mørk or the persons mentioned above, or see the full job announcement at the homepage of DTU. Please send your application as a single pdf file, including CV, list of publications, certificates of exams and grades, as well as a list of references to:

Director Anders Bjarklev
Department of Photonics Engineering
Ørsteds Plads, Building 343
Technical University of Denmark
DK-2800 Kgs. Lyngby
Denmark
Email: natecapplications@fotonik.dtu.dk

Deadline for application: July 14, 2008 at 12.00 noon.