The Geographic Information Visualization and Analysis group at the University of Zurich invites applications for a doctoral research assistant position in Geographic Information Science/Geovisualization to work on a 3-year project.

The highly motivated, successful applicant will be asked to develop methods for representing geographic relevance, including relevance-based filtering of features in the context of mobile geoservices. The objective is to find appropriate representations and metaphors for the geographic relevance concept and design suitable tests for an evaluation of these developments.

Applicants are required to have successfully completed a Masters degree in a relevant area, e.g., Geography, Geoinformatics /Geographic Information Science, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or Computer Science. You have experience in GIS, spatial data representation and handling as well as quantitative spatio-temporal analysis methodologies. Knowledge of wayfinding, spatial cognition, and decision making would be an asset. You have good programming skills (preferably Java), you are confident in implementing the developed methods in the context of a geoservice framework. You have a proven ability to work independently on guided projects, and are interested in presenting your results orally and in publications for a larger scientific audience. You have a very good standard of written and spoken English and knowledge of German, whilst not required, would be an advantage.

The position, housed in the GIScience Center of the Geography Department, will start in September 2008, or as soon as possible thereafter.

For more background information about the department please visit us on the Web at http://www.geo.uzh.ch/gia/aboutus/ or direct any informal enquiries about the position to the address below.

Send your application (CV, letter of motivation, transcripts, names and email contact of referees) electronically in a single PDF document to: Dr. Tumasch Reichenbacher,tumasch.reichenbacher[a-t]geo.uzh.ch (subject: PhD Relevance Representation), ph: +41-44-635-5152, fax: +41-44-635-6848. We will also behappy to answer informal inquiries. Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

Entrance upon September 2008, or as soon as possible thereafter
Duration of appointment 3 years

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The MSc project will explore the utility of high spatial resolution, multispectral optical and SAR satellite data to map the habitat distribution and vertical expansion/contraction and stability of raised bogs. Methods to characterise habitat distribution include the investigation and classification of the combined multispectral optical and SAR data. Advanced supervised classification techniques will be explored using both hard and soft/fuzzy classifiers in attempting to classify peatland species and habitats. Interferometric techniques, using a time series of C-band and L-band SAR images, will be used to determine the feasibility of identifying and quantifying centimetre level vertical displacements within the bog.

Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in an Earth, Environmental or Engineering Science discipline. Experience in remote sensing, image processing, quantitative environmental science and in undertaking fieldwork would be an advantage.

For further information please contact
Dr Fiona Cawkwell (e-mail: f.cawkwell[a-t]ucc.ie, telephone: +353 (0)21 490 2707) for the PhD project or
Dr Ned Dwyer (e-mail: n.dwyer[a-t]ucc.ie, telephone: +353 (0)21 470 3104) for the MSc project.

Applicants should send a copy of their CV, with the names and addresses of 3 referees, plus a brief statement outlining their academic interests and their reasonsfor wishing to undertake this research project to the email addresses above.

Closing date for applications is 25th July 2008.

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• [Ireland] PhD Studentship in Mathematical Modelling – University of Limerick

We are currently seeking a scientist for meso/microscale simulations. The work is part of the DFG priority programme ‘Quantitative precipitation forecast’ (http://www.meteo.uni-bonn.de/projekte/SPPMeteo). The main goal of the project is to examine the influence of the orography and surface conditions associated with mesoscale mountains for convection. The simulations will be performed using our FOOT3DK model, which is run in a LINUX environment.

We offer a 50% position TV-L EG13 (formely BAT-IIa) for one year with a possible prolongation for three years.
We expect:

• experience of computer programming in Fortran and LINUX
• some familiarity with numerical modelling of the atmosphere
• analytical skills and team spirit

Of advantage is also knowledge in mesoscale meteorology, cloud physics and flow dynamics. The place of employment is Trier, your office can be located at Trier or Köln.

Deadline for applications is 11 August 2007.

Please send your application to:

University of Trier
Fac. of Geography / Geosciences
Dept. of Environmental Meteorology
54286 Trier, Germany

Or per email to menkhaus.klima@uni-trier.de

For further information please contact the project leaders:

Prof. Dr. Günther Heinemann
University of Trier
Fac. of Geography / Geosciences
Dept. of Environmental Meteorology
54286 Trier, Germany

Email: heinemann@uni-trier.de
Tel.: +49 (0)651/201-4623
Fax: +49 (0)651/201-3817

Prof. Dr. Michael Kerschgens
Institut für Geophysik und Meteorologie
Universität zu Köln
Kerpener Str. 13
50923 Köln

Email: mk@meteo.uni-koeln.de
Tel.: +49 221 470-3683, -3682 (secretary)
Fax: +49 221 470-5161

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• [Germany] International Max Planck Research School on Earth System Modelling

The PhD study is jointly funded by the International Research School of Water Resources (FIVA); University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Science; and Risø National Laboratory, Technical University of Denmark.

The principal advisor is Professor Henrik Søgaaard, Department of Geography and Geology, University of Copenhagen (hs@geogr.ku.dk), and co-advisors are Senior Researcher Andreas Ibrom and Researcher Ebba Delwik, both at Risø National Laboratory.

PPROJECT DESCRIPTION
Changing climate and land use including aforestation and urbanization may in future have a considerable impact on the terrestrial water resources. Using data from three agricultural and one forest bio-meteorological station on the island Zealand, the aim for the present PhD study is to obtain a better understanding of the variation in the landscape level evapotranspiration fluxes due to land-cover. The separate sources and sinks between ground level and top of canopy will be analyzed using an energy balance approach.

In order to further improve our understanding of the interaction between the land surface and the atmosphere, a modelling approach will also be used. The results obtained from the Danish sites may be compared to similar sites in the worldwide FluxNet network of climate stations (FluxNet/ CarboEurope, see www.carboeurope.org ). Depending on the applicants’ background, the project can have a variety of added areas of focus: water loss –carbon dioxide uptake relationships for different types of vegetation, interception modelling of the forest site, improving measurement techniques for evapotranspiration, satellite image analysis. All these areas fit well with the expertise of the supervisor group at Risø National Laboratory and University of Copenhagen.

QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should hold a MA degree in science (meteorology, geography, physics, hydrology or biology) or engineering. Knowledge in mathematics and/or data processing is an additional asset.

The scholarship is open to both Danish and international applicants.

Salary and employment conditions
The successful candidate will be employed at the Department of Geography and Geology, University of Copenhagen, and is requested to apply for enrolment as a PhD student at the University of Copenhagen. The salary follows standard rules for PhD students. Depending on seniority it is in the range of 23.000-30.000 DKK/month.

The rules and regulations for a Danish PhD study can be found at:

http://www.nat.ku.dk/uddannelser/phd/.

APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to submit an application that includes (1) a short description of their qualifications; (2) a curriculum vita that provides relevant academic, employment and personal details; (3) transcripts of coursework and documentations of university degrees; (4) a list of reference persons; and (5) evidence of English language competence.

A committee appointed by the board of the Research School will evaluate the applications and selected applicants will be invited for an interview. The final selection of the successful candidate will be made by the board upon recommendation by the committee.

Further information can be obtained from the principal supervisor or from the Head of the Research School, Professor Karsten Høgh Jensen, Tel. +45 3532 2484, Fax +45 3314 8322, email khj@geol.ku.dk. Useful information can also be found at http://www.fiva.dk/.

Applications in English are to be sent to Professor Karsten Høgh Jensen, Department of Geography and Geology, University of Copenhagen, Øster Voldgade 10, DK-1350 Copenhagen K, Denmark, email: khj@geol.ku.dk.

Applications forwarded by email will be preferred.

The application deadline is April 27, 2007 at noon.

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• [Australia] Scholarship for Master in Water Resources Management – ICE WaRM

Based in the Spatial Ecology Group, Centre for Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Science, The University of Queensland and Australian Centre for Sustainable Catchments, University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba.

PROJECT AIMS: This PhD project aims to quantify the impacts of climate change and climate variability for wildlife populations living in fragmented Brigalow landscapes. The project will assist in formulating recommendations relating to restoration and management of endangered Brigalow ecosystems.

REQUIREMENTS: Enthusiastic and motivated student with Honours (First Class or 2A) or equivalent in mathematical ecology, ecology or spatial modelling. Solid research and communication skills. Some knowledge of computer programming and geographic information systems will be helpful. Citizen or permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand.

REMUNERATION: Stipend of $25118pa per annum for maximum 3 years, preferably commencing in February 2007. The grant will support an additional $6,000 per annum research expenses.

Application
Applicants should provide their CV, academic record and an outline of their career interests together with the names and contact details of three academic referees. Further information may be obtained from Dr Clive McAlpine, telephone (07) 3365-6620 or email c.mcalpine@uq.edu.au

Send applications to:

Dr Clive McAlpine
Centre for Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences
School of Geography, Planning and Architecture
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072 Australia

Reference Number: 3015061

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The successful applicant will have completed a PhD in Atmospheric Sciences or a related field. Preference will be given to those who have experience working with either MM5 or WRF on parallel computer architecture.

Enquires of an academic nature are to be made to Dr. Peyman Zawar-Reza (peyman.zawar-reza@canterbury.ac.nz)

For detailed information and to apply online visit

http://vacancies.canterbury.ac.nz

Vacancy No: A421-06J

Closing Date: 21 January 2007

Contact:
Peyman Zawar-Reza
Department of Geography
College of Science
University of Canterbury Te Whare Wananga o Waitaha
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch, New Zealand
Tel: (643) 364-2987 Ext. 7911
Fax: (643) 364-2907
peyman.zawar-reza@canterbury.ac.nz

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The topics listed below provide an illustration of areas of work that are of interest to BWPI but potential candidates with other poverty related topics are encouraged to apply:

1. Measuring poverty from income and human development perspectives.
2. Applying different concepts of poverty – what does this tell us?
3. The roles of the state and market in poverty reduction.
4. Why do some poor people stay poor while others escape poverty?
5. Who benefits and who does not from social protection? Why is this the pattern?
6. The theory and practice of empowering poor people.
7. Is economic growth pro-poorest?

It is hoped that the successful candidates will become some of the world’s leading poverty researchers and a key influence on global policy.

The successful candidates will be full-time PhD students registered at the BWPI and will receive research training through attendance of appropriate programmes at either the School of Environment & Development (see www.sed.manchester.ac.uk/postgraduate) or the School of Social Sciences depending upon topic selection (see www.socialsciences.manchester.ac.uk/postgraduate).

Deadline for receipt of applications is 31 January 2007.

For further information and full details on how to apply please visit: www.manchester.ac.uk/bwpi

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• [UK] PhD studentship in Naturak Resource Development, Knowledge, and Globalisation – University of Manchester
• 2007 Olive W. Garvey Fellowship Essay Competition