Qualification Requirements
To qualify for the positions applicants should have a solid educational background in accounting or marketing. They are also expected to hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or marketing. This should include an independent research project, such as a thesis.

Selection criteria
Selection is made on the basis of

1. the applicants’ documented knowledge in the relevant subjects, linguistic skills in English (both spoken and written), and analytical, critical, thinking ability and creativity;
2. a letter of intent outlining applicant’s planned research topic;
3. a personal interview; and finally,
4. two academic references.

To be included in the application are a short presentation of yourself, the reasons why you think you are suitable for the position, curriculum vitae, and copies of all certificates and the independent research project report (thesis) completed within the remit of the Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Application form for Swedish speaking applicants.

Application form for English speaking applicants.

Terms of employment
The research program comprises 48 full-time months, thus, these positions involve PhD-employment during this period only.

For further information contact: Director of Doctoral Studies, Hans Rämö, Telephone: +46 8 16 12 09, e-mail hra[ at ]fek.su.se.

Trade union representatives: Bo Ekengren, SACO, Lisbeth Häggberg, Fackförbundet ST tel. +46 8 16 20 00 switch board, and Gunnar Stenberg, SEKO, tel. +46 70 316 43 41.

Applications labelled with Reference No 617-0529-08 should be sent no later than 17 March 2008 to:
Stockholm University
Registrator/PÄ
SE-106 91 Stockholm
Sweden

or by fax +46 8 16 38 66 or e-mail: registrator[ at ]su.se

Deadline: 17 March 2008.

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The Department of Environmental Assessment is a centre for freshwater and forest soil research with a special focus on environmental monitoring and assessment. The department also performs teaching and gives expert support to the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency, SEPA. At present the department consists of some 65 employees; ca 25 of which are senior and post-doc scientists and some 10 PhD students. The department is divided into four research sections: geochemistry, biodiversity, organic environmental pollutants and modelling, and covers program areas such as (i) environmental monitoring and assessment, (ii) environmental pollutants, and (iii) integrated catchment monitoring. We now would like to enlarge our research group by announcing a Ph D Student position in aquatic biogeochemistry.

Dissolved organic carbon (DOC) is a key determinant of water quality that is strongly influenced by climate. The doctoral student’s research will seek to bridge the gulf between a high-resolution, process oriented understanding of DOC’s terrestrial origins in the boreal forest, and long term, landscape scale monitoring data in order to better understand the implications of climate change for DOC in aquatic ecosystems. The project will create a model framework for upscaling from hillslope processes. Fieldwork on the Krycklan Catchment in Västerbotten will be used to test key hypotheses.

We seek for a dedicated candidate with a degree in environmental science or engineering. Specialization in biogeochemistry is desirable.

PhD study programmes leading to a doctorate include a minimum of four years of full-time studies after your undergraduate degree. To be admitted as a postgraduate student, you must already have a degree from at least a three-year university course.

SLU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Further information:
Kevin Bishop
+46 (0)70-638 2517
Kevin.Bishop@ma.slu.se

Academic union representatives:
Lars Eriksson, SACO
+ 46 (0)18-67 31 37
Lars.Eriksson@ma.slu.se

Monica Östman, ST
+46 (0)18-67 15 36
Monica.Ostman@mv.slu.se

Applications, marked with ref no 1677/07, should include curriculum vitae, copies of degrees and transcripts of academic records, a list of at least two references familiar with the applicant’s qualifications and any other relevant documents.

The application must have arrived at the Registrar of SLU, P.O. Box 7070, S- 750 07 Uppsala or registrator@slu.se no later than June 18, 2007.

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Research and teaching in the area of digital communication theory. Research is to take place in the field of coding schemes for transmission at high rates in bits per radio Hertz, improvements of OFDM (orthogonal frequencey division multiplex), efficient decoders for MIMO (multiple antenna) receivers, and combinations of MIMO with error coding.

Employment as a Doctoral student can only be granted if you have been accepted to the postgraduate student program. Acceptance to the postgraduate student program is based on the estimated ability to perform well in your postgraduate studies. This is also one of the basic criteria for employment. Furthermore you need a valid university degree within a relevant study program. As a Doctoral student you will mainly be working with you research project, but you can also be given more general tasks within the department i.e. teaching, research and administrative work, in accordance with the regulations. Rules for employment as a Doctoral student is stated in “The Higher Education Ordnance (SFS 1998:80), Chapter 5″.

Lund University encourages both men and women to apply for the position. Salary is determined on an individual basis within certain guidelines for this type of position.

Your application should contain the following documents:

• Letter of application including the correct reference number for the position, PA 2007/1696. (The application should be written in Swedish or English.)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of certificates and copies of any other document that you wish to include in your application.

For further information please contact: Professor John Anderson, 046-223449, anderson@it.lth.se

The application should be addressed to the Faculty of Engineering and sent to: Registry Office, Lund University, P.O. Box 117, SE-221 00 LUND.

Last day for applying is: 30-05-2007

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A detailed description of the project is available in the pdf-file.

Applicant requirements
Applicants should hold a M.Sc. degree (civ.ing.) in an engineering discipline such as Mechanical, Energy or Chemical Engineering awarded by an internationally recognised university-level institution – or documented equivalent thereof. Applicants should have good analytical skills and good ability to work independently. Previous professional experience within the research field will be considered as an additional qualification. Particular interest will be paid to applicants with experience with process simulation software.

Since the majority of the group’s teaching activities are conducted in English, applicants are expected to have an excellent working knowledge of both written and spoken English.

Details about employment
PhD student positions are limited to five years and will then normally include 20% departmental work, mostly teaching duties. Salary for the position is as specified in Chalmers’ general agreement for PhD student positions.

Further information
Project: Professor Simon Harvey, e-mail: simon.harvey@chalmers.se
Division of Heat & Power Technology: Professor Thore Berntsson, e-mail: thore.berntsson@chalmers.se

For more general information about the Department of Energy and Environment, please visit the department’s website.

Your application
Your application should be clearly marked with reference number 2007/59 and should include a personal motivation letter, a complete CV, copies of exam diploma with grades and other documents you wish to refer to.

Closing date for applications: May 15, 2007.

The complete application should preferably be sent by email to: registrator@adm.chalmers.se
or by surface mail to:

Registrator
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg, Sweden
Phone via Chalmers exchange: +46 31 772 10 00
Fax registrar: +46 31 772 49 22
Please, do not send your application to the above mentioned professors.

Application deadline May 15, 2007. Reference number 2007/59

Union representatives
SACO Jan Lindér
ST-ATF Monika Orrbacke
SEKO Ralf Berndtsson
All reachable via Chalmers exchange: +46 31 772 10 00

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The last decade has witnessed a dramatic development in the area of optical microscopy and spectroscopy. Using metallic nanostructures, it is now possible to control the propagation and interaction of light at the nanoscale using so-called surface plasmon resonances. The structures can be used as nanoscopic biological tags or sensors in advanced bioimaging, medical diagnostics and biosensor development. It is also possible to use the structures to design novel materials, so-called metamaterials, with unique optical properties.

The Division of Bionanophotonics at the Department of Applied Physics, Chalmers University of Technology, now seeks two doctoral students in nanooptics. We seek creative and independent candidates with very high analytical capacity, excellent language skills and a particular interest for cross-disciplinary research.

One of the PhD positions focuses on development of biosensors and cellular markers based on gold and silver nanoparticles. Of particular interest is the possibility to design the particles resonance wavelength through nanolithography and the possibility to specify their interaction with biological structures using surface functionalization. A suitable background is Master of Science in biotechnology, chemistry, or related areas.

The other PhD position focuses on fundamental experimental studies and electrodynamics simulations of nanoptical phenomena. Of particlular interest is the possibility to control the distance between particles at the nanoscale using optical forces and the possibility to design metamaterials that exhibit negative refraction. A suitable background is Master of Science in engineering physics, physics or related areas. Both projects are conducted in a network that involves several international research groups. The PhD-positions are financed through the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF), the Swedish Research Council (VR), Chalmers Biocenter and EU’s framework programs.

For more information about the research conducted in the group please visit the group’s website or contact Prof. Mikael Käll, kall@fy.chalmers.se

The goal with a PhD-position is to develop general research proficiency and a high competence within your specific research area. As a PhD-student, you will conduct research, often together with other researchers and PhD-students, you will follow PhD courses and you will be involved in teaching activities. You will also participate in international conferences and networks. You are expected to write a licenciate thesis within 2-3 years and defend your doctoral thesis within 4-5 years. International applicants may also be eligible for a 4-year PhD-student scholarship, in which case there are no teaching duties.

The application should include: your CV, exams with grades from high-school and university, your Master thesis, contact information for at least two reference persons, and a brief motivation of why you are the most suitable applicant.

In order to improve the gender balance at the Department, we welcome in particular applications from female candidates. Direct recruitment will be applied. Send in your application as soon as possible. Closing date for application is May 31, 2007. Mark the application with reference number 2007/58. The application should be sent in the following formats .pdf or .doc to: registrator@adm.chalmers.se

Address
Registrar
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg
Tel exch: +46 31 7721000
Fax Registrar: +46 31 7724922

Union representatives
SACO Jan Lindér, ST Monika Orrbacke, SEKO Ralf Berndtsson

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1. Radiative Transfer
We maintain and extend the Atmospheric Radiative Transfer Simulator (ARTS), a public domain program developed and used by groups all over Europe. ARTS can simulate the propagation of thermal radiation in the atmosphere, including the effects of atmospheric absorption and scattering.

2. Humidity and Cloud Research
We use available satellite data (from meteorological and research satellites) to study the hydrological cycle in the upper troposphere and the climatology of humidity and clouds. A focus in the past has been on passive microwave sensors, such as the Advanced Microwave Sounding Unit B, but we plan to increase the use of other available data, for example from the US A-train of satellites, or from Envisat.

3. Development of New Satellite Sensors
We work on new satellite sensor concepts, particularly in the context of future missions of the European Space Agency (ESA). One important project is the further development of a satellite sensor to study ice clouds in the sub-millimeterwave spectral range, along the lines of the CIWSIR (Cloud Ice Water Sub-millimeter Imaging Radiometer) mission proposal. This is expected to include the work with aircraft prototypes.

We are looking for PhD students with research interests and qualifications in one or more of the above areas. To apply, you must have a good or excellent masters degree in a relevant area. You should also have traceable experience in atmospheric science and remote sensing, as well as a good general background in physics and mathematics. Furthermore, you should have good English skills and good computer skills, including some programming experience. Swedish skills will be considered an additional bonus. You should be capable of independent, original, and creative research work, but at the same time be a good team player.

We offer:
As usual in Sweden, the PhD positions are for five years and are associated with a full-time position with a commensurate salary. The duties are 80% research and 20% teaching. We offer an open and friendly work environment with a focus on cutting-edge research and high quality journal publications. More information about the group
can be found on our website http://www.sat.ltu.se

If you have questions about the general working conditions, please contact the head of the department Dr. Hans Weber (Hans.Weber@ltu.se, +46 708 592088). For science questions and questions about the working group, please contact Prof. Dr. Stefan Buehler (sbuehler@irv.se, +46 980 79177).

Applications, marked with the reference no. concerned, are to be addressed to Luleå University of Technology, The Registry Secretary, SE-971 87 Luleå, Sweden.

Applications should be received no later than February 28, 2007.

Reference no: 122-07

Source of this announcement can be found here.

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The Global environmental measurements group at the Department of Radio and Space Science seeks a PhD student to work with data from the Swedish led Odin satellite and the ESA ENVISAT instruments.

The project will involve both data analysis and modelling work with emphasis on the isotopic composition of water vapour in the stratosphere. This position is funded by the Swedish national space board for a period of 4 years extendable to 5 years if departmental work is carried out. Salary according to Chalmers standard.

Candidates should have 4 years of university studies with a good physics/ chemistry background and preferably experience of the atmospheric sciences. Women are strongly under represented in Swedish Space science and we therefore are happy to receive applications from female candidates.

For further information concerning this project contact:
Donal Murtagh, Professor in Global Environmental Measurements, email Donal@rss.chalmers.se

The application, which you preferably should send by e-mail, must contain: CV, exam with grades, contact details of reference persons, MSc thesis paper, a short (max one page) description of your strengths relevant for this position.

Mark your application with reference number 2007/22. Last day for application is March 1, 2007.

The applications should be sent to Registrator, e-mail: registrator@adm.chalmers.se or to the address:

Registrator
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg, Sweden
Telephone: +46 31 772 10 00
Fax Registrar: +46 31 772 49 22

Union representatives
SACO: Jan Lindér, +46 31 772 12 12
SEKO: Ralf Berndtsson, +46 31 772 16 13
ST: Monika Orrbacke, +46 31 772 14 02

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