MSc in Rural Development and Nutrition Scholarship in Belgium

Programme content: Ghent University is offering a two-year Master of Science programme in Rural Development and Nutrition for the first time in 2007-2008. The main subject Human Nutrition is an extended programme based on the former one-year programme ICP Food Science and Nutrition. The theme of the programme remains the same: ‘The multidisciplinary approach of the nutrition problems in the development’.

The course provides an outline of all theoretical information and practical experience, directly and indirectly related to a better understanding of nutrition problems in the developing countries, their origin and solutions. The programme includes lectures, research projects, case studies, discussions, seminars, demonstrations, lab work, exercises and visits.

Admission requirements: Participants should hold a university degree (min. B.Sc.) in
a discipline related to the content of the course (nutrition, agriculture, medical sciences, chemistry, etc) from a recognised university, college or institute. It is highly recommended that the participants have a few years’ practical experience in a developing country before they attend the course. If English is not their mother tongue or the language of their university studies, they should hold a TOEFL or IELTS certificate or pass an entrance exam.

Type of diploma: Master ’s degree. Period: September 2007-September 2009
Language: English
Number of VLIR scholarships: 13

Deadline of Application: February 1, 2007

Scholarship Coverage:

Monthly allowance of €919 (to cover room and board, individual transport and personal expenses);

Monthly allowance of €57 for the spouse/ official partner and per dependent child (whether they stay in Belgium or not)

Fee for educational materials: €275 (per academic year)

Settlement expenses: €500 (non-recurrent payment)

Fee covering postage costs of educational materials: €275 (non-recurrent payment)

One economy class return airline ticket (per academic year – arrangements for initial international travel to Belgium will be handled by VLIR; all other travel arrangements will be made by the host university)

Insurance (the host university provides medical, third party liability, accident, travel and repatriation insurance)

Annual tuition fees(the host university will cover the annual tuition fee,
up to €80)

Period: September 2007 - September 2009

Promoter: Prof. L. D’Haese (UGent)
Contact
Ir. A.-M. Remaut - De Winter
Ghent University,
Faculty of Bioscience Engineering
Coupure Links, 653, room B20 – B-9000 Gent
≈ +32 (0)9 264 61 80
Δ +32 (0)9 264 62 22
annemarie.dewinter@ugent.be
www.nutritioncourse.ugent.be

Here are the links to download the Application form, and format of recommendation letter .

PhD Scholarships in Finance 2007-2008:Vienna Graduate School of Finance

The Vienna Graduate School of Finance – a joint initiative of the University of Vienna, the Institute for Advanced Studies, Vienna, and the Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration – invites applications for the course starting in September 2007 for its doctoral program. Upon admission, applicants can expect to obtain a top-quality education for an academic career or a highly specialized position in business or international institutions.

HIGHEST ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

The Vienna Graduate School of Finance draws on the academic resources of three established academic institutions, with a faculty specializing in various fields of finance, including asset pricing, corporate finance, financial institutions, risk management, and market microstructure. Well-established within the research community, the local faculty not only focuses on questions of fundamental theoretical and empirical importance in finance, but also on policy-oriented issues and practical applications.

DISTINGUISHED INTERNATIONAL FACULTY

Leading scholars in the field are regularly invited to teach advanced courses on a topic with either important practical applications or high potential for future research. For example, in the last three years courses have been taught by Kerry Back (St. Louis), David Bates (Iowa), Tomas Björk (Stockholm), Michael Brennan (UCLA), Stefano Demichelis (University of Pavia), Zsuzsanna Fluck (Michigan State), Nicolae Garleanu (University of Pennsylvania), David Lando (Copenhagen), Antonio Mele (LSE), Mojmir Mrak (Ljubljana), Stefan Reichelstein (Stanford), Neal Stoughton (Calgary), Ruey Tsay (University of Chicago GSB), Russ Wermers (Maryland), Jan Werner (Minnesota), and Stanley Zin (Carnegie Mellon).

PROGRAM

The program consists of two years of intensive course work, followed by thesis writing. All courses are taught in English. In addition to good language skills, good skills in mathematics and statistics are advantageous to successfully complete the program.

APPLICATION

The program is open for students from all countries with all academic specializations, provided they hold a Master degree or equivalent and have a sufficient level of formal training. Applicants should take a GRE and/or GMAT and a TOEFL test, and provide proof of basic proficiency in finance and/or economics (based on either the degree they hold or a sample of original written work). The application package should also contain a statement of purpose, as well as copies of any certificates and diplomas obtained during prior studies, along with certified translations into English. Finally, each applicant should arrange for at least two letters of reference to be sent directly to the address stated below.

SCHOLARSHIP

Successful applicants will receive financial support. Approximately 4-6 applicants will be admitted to the program.

Please send your application no later than February 15th, 2007, to the following address: VGSF - Prof. Josef Zechner, University of Vienna, Department of Finance, Brünnerstrasse 72, 1210 Vienna (Wien), Austria.

For more information, check this site, http://www.vgsf.ac.at or Contact: vgsf@vgsf.ac.at

MSc In Environmental Sanitation Scholarship in Belgium

Programme content: The growing awareness of the impact of human activities on the environment and the resulting threat to both nature and humanity has convinced most governments of the need to include prevention of air, water and soil pollution as well as the sanitation of polluted sites in their priority action programmes. Since relatively few people have so far been trained to properly address pollution issues, it is imperative that, in addition to research into environmental matters, the education and training of specialists in pollution prevention and remediation are given urgent attention in every country.

The programme of this Master following Bachelor is essentially structured around the following themes: basic study of non-polluted environments; sources and causes of environmental pollution; methodologies for detection and analysis of environmental pollution; prevention and abatement of environmental pollution; treatment of solid waste; toxicology, ecotoxicology and risk assessment. The compulsory courses taught during the first year cover a variety of disciplines related to environmental sciences and technologies such as ecology, environmental (micro)biology, (eco)toxicology, environmental chemistry and environmental technology and engineering. All major areas of the environment – air, water, soil, sediments and biota, including humanity – are dealt with. During the first year, there is also room for elective courses for a total of 6 credits. As far as the second year is concerned, the number of compulsory courses is limited and the student has to choose a major (soil, water or air), comprising courses totalling at least 12 credits related to the master’s dissertation research. This enables the student to specialise in a particular field depending on the choice of major and dissertation subject. There is also room for one more course of at least three credits, to be selected from the list of elective courses also offered during the first year.

The growing demand for experts in environmental quality and sanitation at both national and international level constitutes a sound guarantee for the future employment of the graduates in governmental departments, non-governmental organisations, universities, industries and consultancy services.

Admission requirements: The programme is open to students who have a bachelor’s degree in pure or applied sciences, equivalent to at least three years’ university studies (e.g. chemistry, biology, geology, civil engineering or agricultural engineering). Sufficient knowledge at academic level of mathematics, physics and chemistry is an absolute prerequisite, which means that the candidate’s application is always evaluated, independent of the diploma. Some previous knowledge of biology, microbiology and/or soil sciences is an advantage. The candidate must be proficient in English.

Type of diploma: Master ’s degree.
Period: September 2007 - September 2009
Language: English
Number of VLIR scholarships: 10

Deadline of Application: February 1, 2007

Scholarship Coverage:

Monthly allowance of €919 (to cover room and board, individual transport and personal expenses);

Monthly allowance of €57 for the spouse/ official partner and per dependent child (whether they stay in Belgium or not)

Fee for educational materials: €275 (per academic year)

Settlement expenses: €500 (non-recurrent payment)

Fee covering postage costs of educational materials: €275 (non-recurrent payment)

One economy class return airline ticket (per academic year – arrangements for initial international travel to Belgium will be handled by VLIR; all other travel arrangements will be made by the host university)

Insurance (the host university provides medical, third party liability, accident, travel and repatriation insurance)

Annual tuition fees(the host university will cover the annual tuition fee,
up to €80)

Period: September 2007 - September 2009


Promoter: Prof. M. Van den Heede (UGent)
Contact
Mrs S. Bauwens
Ghent University
Centre for Environmental Sanitation
≈ + 32 (0)9 264 37 69
Δ + 32 (0)9 264 37 72
sylvie.bauwens@ugent.be
www.cms.ugent.be

Here are the links to download the Application form, and format of recommendation letter

MSc in Aquaculture Scholarship in Belgium

Programme content: This programme provides courses at university level on the most important aspects of aquaculture, for both marine and freshwater organisms. The programme takes a multidisciplinary, interuniversity approach. The programme runs in parallel with the European Master of Science in Aquaculture and Fisheries organised by seven European universities (www.MAqFish.com). The study programme comprises a first year of complementary studies and a second year of advanced studies: General Aspects of Aquaculture; Marine and Freshwater Ecology; Larval Food Production & Larviculture; Algae/Fish/Shellfish Culture; Environmental Impact; Fish Breeding; Genetics & Nutrition; Health and Disease Control; Fish Farming Systems; Tropical Aquaculture; Farm Management; Management in the Aquaculture Industry; etc. The programme is concluded with the preparation of a thesis (30 ECTS) prepared at one of the MaqFish participating institutions or farms.

Admission requirements:

The programme is open to holders of a bachelor’s degree in exact or applied sciences, equivalent to at least three years’ university studies or a degree in Veterinary Medicine, Civil Engineering or Agricultural Engineering or any related area. Holders of other degrees must follow extra courses. Every application will be carefully examined individually. Some background in aquaculture is recommended.

Type of diploma: Master ’s degree.

Deadline of Application: February 1, 2007

Scholarship Coverage:

Monthly allowance of €919 (to cover room and board, individual transport and personal expenses);

Monthly allowance of €57 for the spouse/ official partner and per dependent child (whether they stay in Belgium or not)

Fee for educational materials: €275 (per academic year)

Settlement expenses: €500 (non-recurrent payment)

Fee covering postage costs of educational materials: €275 (non-recurrent payment)

One economy class return airline ticket (per academic year – arrangements for initial international travel to Belgium will be handled by VLIR; all other travel arrangements will be made by the host university)

Insurance (the host university provides medical, third party liability, accident, travel and repatriation insurance)

Annual tuition fees(the host university will cover the annual tuition fee,
up to €80)

Period: September 2007 - September 2009

Language: English

Number of VLIR scholarships: 13
Promoter: Prof. P. Bossier (UGent)
Contact
Mr S. Vanopstal
Ghent University
Laboratory of Aquaculture and Artemia Reference
Center
≈ +32 (0)9 264 37 54
Δ +32 (0)9 264 41 93
msc.aquaculture@ugent.be
www.aquaculture.ugent.be

Here are the links to download the Application form, and format of recommendation letter

MSc in Physical Land Resources Scholarship in Belgium

-Major in Soil Science
-Major in Engineering Geology

Programme content:

A country’s physical land resources are a fundamental pillar of support for human life and welfare. Worldwide population pressure and severe degradation, pollution and desertification problems are threatening this natural resource, which is relatively scarce for several countries,leading to competition between agricultural and industrial purposes, urban planning and nature conservation. To guarantee proper use and management of what is a basic commodity for a nation, well-trained specialists are given thorough knowledge of the properties and characteristics of this natural resource and solid insight into factors and measures that may alter its actual state and value.

The purpose of the major in Soil Science is to train researchers, academics and government staff in the inventory and detailed characterisation of land capacity, particularly soils. Graduates understand the development and evolution of soils under natural conditions or following human interference, using field, map, laboratory and remote-sensing data. They have the knowledge to use and manage soil and water in a sustainable way and optimise land use. The major in Engineering Geology offers training in non-agricultural use and application of soil, and includes geotechnical aspects (use of soil as building material or for foundations, slope stability and stability of excavations), the role of soil water and groundwater for water management and supply, and soil management in relation to environment and land use (erosion, sediment transport, coastal development and protection). The first year provides a general and comprehensive foundation in physical land resources and as such is accessible to students with a good (exact) scientific background that have a limited knowledge of physical land resources. The first semester courses are all general courses. In the second semester, there are majors in Soil Science or Engineering Geology, in addition to general courses and seminars. In the second year the student can continue the same major as in the first year. Some room for free choice of courses is provided within the major in Soil Science. The major in Engineering Geology offers a fixed package of courses, all organised at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. The Master’s dissertation is very important. 50% of the credits (30 out of 60) are awarded for this research work and a full semester is accordingly provided for it. All courses have a theoretical and a practical part. Some courses include fieldwork and may be supplemented with excursions. The first year programme provides for informative and interdisciplinary seminars that allow students to participate actively and work independently. The thesis (second year) must be defended orally, in public before a jury.

Admission requirements

The two-year programme is open to holders of a degree in exact or applied sciences equivalent to at least four years’ university study (e.g. Bachelor of Science in agriculture, biology, chemistry, civil engineering, environmental sciences, geography or geology), with an adequate background in chemistry, physics and mathematics.

Type of diploma

Upon the successful completion of the required examinations the programme leads to the degree of Complementary Studies in Physical Land Resources after the first year. After the second year the programme leads to the degree of Master of Science in Physical Land Resources.

Deadline of Application: February 1, 2007

Scholarship Coverage:

Monthly allowance of €919 (to cover room and board, individual transport and personal expenses);

Monthly allowance of €57 for the spouse/ official partner and per dependent child (whether they stay in Belgium or not)

Fee for educational materials: €275 (per academic year)

Settlement expenses: €500 (non-recurrent payment)

Fee covering postage costs of educational materials: €275 (non-recurrent payment)

One economy class return airline ticket (per academic year – arrangements for initial international travel to Belgium will be handled by VLIR; all other travel arrangements will be made by the host university)

Insurance (the host university provides medical, third party liability, accident, travel and repatriation insurance)

Annual tuition fees(the host university will cover the annual tuition fee,
up to €80)


Period: September 2007 - September 2009
Language: English
Number of VLIR scholarships: 16
Promoters: Prof. E. Van Ranst (UGent),
Prof. Dr. D. Gabriels (UGent),
Prof. F. De Smedt (Vrije Universiteit Brussel)
Contact
Mrs D. Langouche
Ghent University
Physical Land Resources Programme Secretariat
≈ + 32 (0)9 264 46 18
Δ + 32 (0)9 264 49 91
plrprog.adm@ugent.be
www.plr.ugent.be

Here are the links to download the Application form, and format of recommendation letter

Various International Jobs

From a forwarded email of job openings from developmentjobs.org.

Protected Areas System Specialist
Ministry of Tourism, Environment and Natural Resources / UNDP, GEF
Location: Republic of Zambia
Last Date: December 8, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 30042.shtml

Natural Resource Economist
Ministry of Tourism, Environment and Natural Resources / UNDP, GEF
Location: Republic of Zambia
Last Date: December 8, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 30039.shtml

Finance & Administration Delegate
Swiss Red Cross (SRC)
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Last Date: December 20, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29941.shtml

Programme Manager
Swiss Red Cross (SRC)
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Last Date: December 20, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29940.shtml

HMIS Specialist
Ramboll Finnconsult Oy / Second Urban Primary Health Care Project
Location: Bangladesh
Last Date: December 23, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29937.shtml

HIV/AIDS Specialist
Ramboll Finnconsult
Location: Bangladesh
Last Date: December 10, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29887.shtml

Policy & Advocacy Administrator
Christian Aid
Location: London, UK
Last Date: December 7, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29831.shtml

Senior Policy and Advocacy Officer, Asia and Middle East Division
Christian Aid
Location: London, UK
Last Date: December 11, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29867.shtml

Emergency Support Officer – Support and Response Unit
Christian Aid
Location: London, UK
Last Date: December 1, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29862.shtml

Directeur de Bureau Regional
Lux-Development
Location: Praia (Cap-Vert)
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29858.shtml

Chief Technical Advisor, Basin Development Plan
Mekong River Commission
Location: Vientiane, Lao PDR
Last Date: December 5, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29841.shtml

Regional Director – Southern Africa Region
Oxfam GB
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Last Date: December 10, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29772.shtml

Sr. Education Advisor
Pal-Tech
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Last Date: December 21, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29739.shtml

Assistance Technique à l' Ordonnateur National pour la gestion des
fonds STABEX
Emerging Markets Group (EMG)
Location: Côte d'Ivoire
Last Date: December 10, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29621.shtml

Senior level staff (USAID funded local governance and
decentralization program)
Partners for Democratic Change
Location: Amman, Jordan
Last Date: December 18, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29617.shtml

Associate Director, Research and Advocacy
SustainAbility
Location: Washington DC
Last Date: December 18, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29618.shtml

Betonbauer/in und Maurer/in - Skill Upgrading Experts
GTZ-International Services
Location: Ethiopia
Last Date: December 4, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29392.shtml

Operations Manager
The Fred Hollows Foundation
Location: Sydney, Australia
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29566.shtml

Program Development Manager
The Fred Hollows Foundation
Location: Sydney, Australia
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29565.shtml

Medical Director
The Fred Hollows Foundation
Location: Sydney, Australia
Last Date: December 8, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29564.shtml

LEAD Fellow
LEAD International
Location: Europe
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29563.shtml

Field Support Officer, Africa Division
Christian Aid
Location: London, UK
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29560.shtml

Regional Practice Leader (Democratic Governance Practice)
UNDP - Regional Bureau for Europe and the CIS
Location: Bratislava, Slovakia
Last Date: November 29, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29476.shtml

Project Manager Health Centres
GTZ-International Services
Location: Ethiopia
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29101.shtml

Senior Urban Planners and Infrastructure Specialists
The Services Group (TSG)
Location: Sub-Saharan Africa
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29398.shtml

Communications Coordinator for UNEP/GEF Siberian Crane Wetlands
Project
International Crane Foundation (ICF)
Location: Baraboo, Wisconsin, USA
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29397.shtml

Program Administrator for UNEP/GEF Siberian Crane Wetlands Project
International Crane Foundation (ICF)
Location: Baraboo, Wisconsin, USA
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29396.shtml

Director of Capacity Building
Management Sciences for Health
Location: Mansehra, Pakistan
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29399.shtml

Development Manager
TransFair USA
Location: Oakland, CA USA
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29296.shtml

Short-Term Experts - Capital Markets and Insurance
Emerging Markets Group (EMG)
Location: South Asia
Last Date: December 10, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29288.shtml

Gender Specialists (law, training, information systems,
communication)
Ramboll Finnconsult
Location: Guatemala
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29284.shtml

Gender Project Coordinator
Ramboll Finnconsult
Location: Guatemala
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 28812.shtml

Coordinator for technical assistance to the Ministry of Planning
GTZ-International Services
Location: Angola, Luanda
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29227.shtml

Budgetary support expert
GTZ-International Services
Location: Angola, Luanda
Last Date: December 15, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29224.shtml

Consultants in Business Process Re-engineering
Sanigest Internacional
Location: Europe
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29220.shtml

Health Sector Specialists
Sanigest Internacional
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29222.shtml

Hospital Manager
Sanigest Internacional
Location: Europe
Last Date: November 30, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29218.shtml

European Policy Manager
DATA (debt AIDS trade Africa)
Location: London, UK
Last Date: November 29, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29179.shtml

Advocacy Officer
Save the Children - UK
Location: London, UK
Last Date: November 29, 2006
http://216.197. 119.113/jobman/ publish/article_ 29160.shtml

MSc in Biostatistics Scholarship in Belgium

Programme content:

This two-year programme provides sound training in modern statistical methodology with a focus on the design and analysis of biomedical and epidemiological studies. The following compulsory courses are taught as part of this international programme: Concepts of Probability and Statistics; Regression; Analysis of Variance; Nonparametric Methods; Correlated and Multivariate Methods; Principles of Statistical Inference; Foundations of Linear Models; Applied Data Modelling; Medical Biology; Multivariate Data Analysis; Longitudinal Data Analysis; Epidemiology; Genetic Data Analysis; Survival Data Analysis; Clinical Trials.

The following courses are also offered: Data Management; Data Mining, Survey Methods; Computer Intensive Methods; Topics In Biometry, Bayesian Data Analysis; Modelling of Infectious Diseases, Topics in Epidemiology; Bioinformatics; Disease Mapping; Microbial Risk Assessment.

The programme puts strong emphasis on project work and the development of scientific writing skills. Typical projects are: Learning from Data; Discovering Associations; Longitudinal Data Analysis and Advanced Modelling Techniques.

The final part of the programme is a summer project: each student takes part in the ongoing statistical activities at a company, institute, laboratory, etc. The project is assessed on the basis of a scientific report presented orally.

Admission requirements

All applicants should hold a university degree. Applications are primarily expected from candidates with a degree in a maths and/or statistics-oriented discipline. Graduates from fields like medicine, biology, agriculture and bioengineering may also be admitted, provided they can show good skills in maths and statistics.

Type of diploma: Master ’s degree.

Deadline of Application: February 1, 2007

Scholarship Coverage:

Monthly allowance of €919 (to cover room and board, individual transport and personal expenses);

Monthly allowance of €57 for the spouse/ official partner and per dependent child (whether they stay in Belgium or not)

Fee for educational materials: €275 (per academic year)

Settlement expenses: €500 (non-recurrent payment)

Fee covering postage costs of educational materials: €275 (non-recurrent payment)

One economy class return airline ticket (per academic year – arrangements for initial international travel to Belgium will be handled by VLIR; all other travel arrangements will be made by the host university)

Insurance (the host university provides medical, third party liability, accident, travel and repatriation insurance)

Annual tuition fees(the host university will cover the annual tuition fee,
up to €80)

Period: September 2007 - September 2009
Language: English
Number of VLIR scholarships: 16
Promoter: Prof. P. Janssen (UHasselt)
Contact
Prof. P. Janssen
Hasselt University
Center for Statistics
≈ +32 (0)11 26 82 36
Δ +32 (0)11 26 82 99
martine.machiels@uhasselt.be
paul.janssen@uhasselt.be
www.censtat.uhasselt.be

Here are the links to download the Application form, and format of recommendation letter

PhD Positions in Marine Invasive Species

University of Windsor/University of British Columbia and UQUAR

Graduate students are sought to work on Ph D projects investigating the factors affecting the establishment, distribution, abundance and food web relationships of marine invasive species. Study sites are specific harbours on the east and west coasts, characterized by gradients in potential propagule pressure. A candidate is required to work on each of the following communities - intertidal, subtidal, and fouling assemblages.

Students need to meet entrance requirements for Ph D studies at UBC, U Windsor and UQUAR. Some of their research will be conducted at DFO labs in West Vancouver, Nanaimo and Mont Joli.

Applicants should have a strong background in quantitative marine ecology, experience in field work, and identification skills for macroinvertebrates and macroalgae. To apply, please send a curriculum vitae, thesis abstract and/or representative publications and contact information for three academic references to: Dr. Colin Levings, Fisheries and Oceans Canada Science Branch, Marine Ecosystem and Aquaculture Division Centre for Aquaculture and Environmental Research 4160 Marine Drive, West Vancouver British Columbia Canada V7V 1N6 or via email: levingsc@pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca

PhD Positions in Invasion Biology

University of Windsor/University of British Columbia and Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Pacific Biological Station, Nanaimo BC, Canada

We seek applications for two openings in invasion biology. These positions are at the PhD level. The projects are part of the Canadian Aquatic Invasive Species Network (CAISN) research program funded by NSERC to examine vectors and pathways delivering aquatic invasive species (AIS) to Canadian waters and to identify key factors that affect their successful establishment. Successful candidates will focus on either intertidal or subtidal habitats in coastal Canadian waters, including commercial ports and marinas.

The ideal candidates will have experience in invertebrate taxonomy and be familiar with standard methods for identification and enumeration of live and fixed organisms. Experience in experimental design and analysis of benthic communities would be preferable. Initial support will be for three years, pending satisfactory performance, with the possibility of further extension by collaborating on future research proposals/projects.

To apply, please send a curriculum vitae, thesis abstract and/or representative publications and contact information for three academic references to Dr. Thomas Therriault, Pacific Biological Station, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N7, Canada, e-mail address: therriaultt@pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

More information about CAISN can be found at http://www.uwindsor.ca/CAISN.

Review of applications starts on December 4, 2006 and will continue until the positions are filled. Preferred starting date is April/May 2007, or as negotiated.

Graduate student opportunities in environmental fluid dynamics: University of Toronto

Graduate research assistantships in environmental fluid dynamics are available at the Physics Department at the University of Toronto for students beginning in August 2007. We are looking for highly motivated graduate students for projects involving laboratory, field and computational studies of environmental fluid dynamics. Possible projects involve the dispersion of fish larvae and invasive species in the Great Lakes, or field and laboratory observations of turbulent mixing in the stratified thermocline.

The candidates should have a good mathematical and computational background, and preferably a degree in physics, mathematics or engineering. The student must qualify for admission into the Masters or PhD physics program at the University of Toronto. Interested students should contact Dr. Wells (wells@utsc.utornoto.ca) at the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, University of Toronto at Scarborough, Toronto, Canada.

Graduate Research Fellowship, Ecosystem Forecasting

A Graduate Research Fellowship (Ph. D.) is available at the Lake Superior Ecosystem Research Center, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan. The appointment will be in the Department of Biological Sciences with field studies in southern Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. The southern Lake Michigan project deals with the “doughnut”, a late-winter productivity pulse in offshore waters caused by gyre entrainment of coastal nutrient-rich waters and sediments. The pulse may be linked to climatic warming (i.e. reduction of coastal ice) and is coupled to survival of overwintering copepods. The Lake Superior project deals with the Keweenaw Current in Lake Superior and propagule (resting egg dispersal) transport between embayments. Regular RA support may be supplemented by summer fellowship training at the NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory in Ann Arbor, MI. Both projects emphasize aspects of ecological forecasting and involve training in remote sensing, shipboard sampling and use of CTD’s, BAT’s, and optical plankton counters (OPC) to characterize water masses and plankton. Work will be done jointly with NOAA GLERL chief scientists. We encourage individuals who seek remote sensing training and who are interested in plankton dynamics.

Candidates may apply by completing the forms at http:// www.gradschool.mtu.edu/ and must provide GRE scores and three letters of recommendation. Foreign students must also include TOEFL scores. Questions about the research program may be directed to W. Charles Kerfoot at wkerfoot@mtu.edu, whereas questions about the application should be directed to gradadms@mtu.edu.

Plone Web Developer and Systems Administrator for Marine Geospatial Ecology Lab at Duke University

The Marine Geospatial Ecology Lab in the Nicholas School of Environment and Earth Science at Duke University (http://margeo.env.duke.edu) seeks a creative, skilled and motivated Plone web developer with excellent system administration skills in a Linux environment. This team member will develop and maintain web sites and servers related to the lab’s scientific research. This full-time position is based in Durham, North Carolina.

We are currently working on several research projects with a strong web presence including: a geodatabase portal of marine mammal, seabird and sea turtle global observations; predictive habitat modeling of marine mammals and Naval spatial decision support system; global bycatch assessment of long-lived marine species; marine ecosystem-based management tools; and the Duke Center for Marine Conservation. Principal duties include: development and customization of Plone web sites, integration of 3rd party Plone products, LDAP and database administration, Linux server maintenance, backup support, source-code versioning and bug tracking, assistance with desktop tool deployment, and documentation of internal procedures as well as end-user functionality.

Minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree or higher and experience in each of the following: web design and development (HTML, XML, CSS, XSL), software programming (e.g. Python, Java, PHP, Ruby, Javacript), database administration (e.g. SQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, LDAP), and Linux systems administration. Excellent communication skills are necessary. Ability and experience are additionally desirable with Zope or Plone development (e.g. page templates, archetypes, Python scripting) and IT support (e.g. OS installation, shell scripting, account management, backup services, web server configuration, source-code versioning and bug tracking). We would be pleased if the applicant had a background or at least interest in biology, ecology or conservation. Any experience with geographical information systems (GIS) or statistical and scientific programming (R, S+, Matlab) is also a plus. Above all, the ideal candidate will be willing and eager to adapt new and emerging technologies to scientific research issues.

Please send resumes to Lucie Hazen (ljhazen@duke.edu). You are welcome to direct technical questions to Ben Best (bbest@duke.edu) and those concerning management to Dr. Patrick N. Halpin (phalpin@duke.edu).

Denmark:GESS PhD Scholarship

GESS – The Graduate School of Environmental Stress Studies hereby invites applications for an international PhD scholarship in population modeling. The successful candidate will be enrolled in GESS and affiliated with both the Danish National Environmental Research Institute at Kalø, DK and University of Reading, UK. The candidate is expected to start 1 March 2007 or as soon as possible thereafter.

GESS is an international graduate school that covers a broad range of research topics within the area of environmental stress. Both natural and anthropogenic sources of stress are included, and effects of stress at all levels, from molecular- to whole ecosystems, may be studied.

The Ph.D. project is financed by The Danish Research Training Council and includes salary, educational expenses and travel between participating institutions. The theme of the Ph.D. project will be, “Effect of individual variation on population dynamics”. We are seeking candidates with a Bachelor and/or Master degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or related subjects.

The present PhD scholarship will be awarded on a competitive basis, and the successful candidate will be enrolled in GESS through Roskilde University’s Environmental Sciences Programme.

Further details about the project can be obtained at www.cipe.dk or by contacting project supervisors, Dr. Chris Topping (cjt@dmu.dk), Prof. Richard Sibly (r.m.sibly@reading.ac.uk) or Prof. Valery Forbes (vforbes@ruc.dk). Further information about GESS can be found at www.ruc.dk/gess or by contacting Prof. Valery Forbes (vforbes@ruc.dk). The application must be based on the full announcement which is found on: www.ruc.dk/ruc_en/about/positions/

Employment as a Ph.D. student is for a maximum period of three years. Employment is in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish confederation of Professional Associations). Candidates receiving GESS scholarships are automatically registered in the school. They are expected to participate actively in relevant courses, seminars and other activities arranged by GESS.

The application should include a statement of research interests and expertise (maximum 2 A4 pages), copy of official transcripts (courses taken and grades), degree certificate, and curriculum vitae. Letters of recommendation may also be submitted. Expertise in C++ or a similar language is essential.

The deadline for application is 2 January 2007, 12:00. Material received after this time will not be taken into account. Applications sent by e-mail will not be considered.

The application should be submitted in 5 copies to

GESS, Prof. Valery Forbes
Department of Environmental, Social and Spatial Change
Roskilde University, Universitetsvej 1, PO Box 260
DK-4000 Roskilde, Denmark,

Here is the link to the University Website.

MSc Scholarships in Netherlands

The Technische Universiteit Eindhoven annually awards around 50 scholarships to highly talented non-EEA students who would like to follow a Master’s program at TU/e.

Eligible students

In order to be eligible for selection by the TU/e selection committee, candidates should:

have applied for admission to a TU/e master’s program before 1 March 2007 for the academic year 2007/2008
have a GPA score of at least 75%
have the nationality of a non-EEA (European Economic Area) country
not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans ("Studiefinanciering"). Information on eligibility for this support can be found on the website of the Informatie Beheer Groep (www.ib-groep.nl). Please note that students who need to apply for a MVV for study are not eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans.
comply with the Dutch visa criteria
not have been granted a scholarship by any other scholarship organization.

Eligible Master's programs at TU/e

Applied Physics
Biomedical Engineering
Broadband Telecommunication Technologies
Business Information Systems
Chemical Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
Embedded Systems
Fluid and Solid Mechanics
Industrial and Applied Mathematics
Industrial Design
Information Security Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Nano-Engineering
Operations Management and Logistics
Polymers and Composites
Sustainable Energy Technology
Systems and Control

Amount of the scholarship

This scholarship is worth a total of 17,000 euros per year. Students can use this amount to cover their tuition fees, international travel (at the beginniing and end of the study), insurance, accomodation costs and living costs.

How many scholarships are available?

The TU/e awards a scholarship to 50 talented non-EEA students who have been admitted to one of the eligible master’s programs. (This number has yet to be confirmed for 2007/2008.)

Duration of scholarship

Scholarships are awarded for 2 years, depending on the academic achievements of the student. The student’s academic results will be assessed in Spring 2008.

Application procedure

All non-EEA students applying for a TU/e master’s program will automatically be entered in the selection procedure for a TU/e scholarship. There is no application form for this scholarship. Students must have applied for admission to a TU/e master’s program before 1 March 2007.

Selection procedure

Students who fulfill the requirements mentioned above will be assessed by a TU/e selection committee. This committee will select the scholarship candidates on the basis of academic performance in and the quality of their previous education, and on the results of any tests required for admission. Successful scholarship candidates will be informed in mid May 2007.

Please note:

Scholarships are awarded for a specific Master’s program for the academic year 2007/2008 and cannot be transferred to other Master’s programs or another academic year.
TU/e scholarships are not available for master’s students who are already enrolled at TU/e.

Further information from:

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven
STU/International Relations Office
PO Box 513
5600 MB Eindhoven
The Netherlands
Tel: +31 (0)40 247 8015
Fax: +31 (0)40 244 1692

Email: io@tue.nl

For further information, here is the link to their website.

Work-From-Home Job Openings

I recieved a forwarded email, from my e-group, asking for help to spread the word about these openings:

* Web Copywriter
* Senior Web & Graphics Designer
* Senior Web Developer (ASP.Net)
* Senior Flash Designer/Programmer

1. Web CopywriterScope

As a Web Copywriter, you be responsible for developing copy fromconcept to publication using established best practices for webcopywriting. Copy requirements will vary from project to project (e.g.style, voice, etc.). Sometimes, you may also have to write for print.

Required Skills

* Expert knowledge of English grammar
* Expert knowledge of web copywriting techniques

Highly Desirable Skills, but Not Necessary

* Knowledge of (X)HTML
* Knowledge of website usability
* Knowledge of website accessibility

Education

Bachelors degree in English, Mass Communications, or equivalent (exceptional skills and experiences may be used as substitute)

2. Senior Web & Graphics Designer

Scope

Asthe Senior Web & Graphics Designer, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and implementing creative communicationfor web and print media. Projects will mostly include
designing thelook and feel of websites, but also expect to work on creating logos,newsletters, and other similar projects. Our companyfocuses on providing websites that are fully XHTML and CSS standardscompliant. Thus, you must be capable of producing web pages that willpass the W3C XHTML and CSS validators. Knowledge of usability and accessibility are also necessary for this position.

Required Skills

* Expert knowledge of (X)HTML and ability to comply with their DTDs
* Expert knowledge of CSS
* Expert knowledge of web usability
* Advance knowledge of color management
* Advance knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, etc.
* Advance knowledge of Macromedia Dreamweaver (or comparable HTML
editor)

* Basic knowledge of web accessibility and Section 508

Highly Desirable Skills, But Not Necessary

* Knowledge of Macromedia Flash
* Knowledge of ActionScript
* Knowledge of JavaScript
* Knowledge of web copywriting
* Knowledge of search engine optimization

Education

Bachelorsdegree in Fine Arts, Art & Design, Mass Communications, Advertising, Media, or equivalent (exceptional skills and experiencesmay be used as substitute).

3. Senior Web Developer (ASP.Net)

Scope

As a Senior Web Developer, you will be responsible for analyzing, designing, implementing, integrating & testing, deploying, and maintaining small to medium scale n-tiered projects. Project complexity will range from simple static web pages to database driven E-Commerce
websites. A firm understanding of programming and database concepts is essential for this position.

Our company focuses on providing websites that are compliant to the XHTML standards. Thus, you must have be capable of producing valid XHTML web pages. Knowledge of usability and accessibility issues will also be useful.

This is a part time, work from home position with the possibility of becoming full time (also work from home) position.

Required Skills

* Expert knowledge of object oriented programming principles coupled
with expertise in ASP.NET (C# or VB.NET), preferably version 2.0
* Expert knowledge of database design, development, and query coupled
with expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, or comparable RDBMS
* Standard knowledge of creating and consuming Web Services
* Standard knowledge of (X)HTML and ability to comply with their DTDs
* Standard knowledge of JavaScript
* Basic knowledge of CSS

Highly Desirable Skills, but Not Necessary

* Microsoft Certification (MCSD, MCAD, MCP)
* Knowledge of AJAX
* Knowledge of ActionScript
* Knowledge of Java
* Knowledge of XML and related technologies (e.g. XSLT, XPath,
XSL-FO)
* Knowledge of version control, preferably Subversion
* Knowledge of CMS, preferably DotNetNuke
* Knowledge of web copywriting
* Knowledge of web usability
* Knowledge of web accessibility and Section 508
* Knowledge of search engine optimization
* Knowledge of creating search engines, preferably using Lucene

Education

BS Computer Science or equivalent (exceptional skills and experiences may be used as substitute)

4. Senior Flash Designer/Programmer

Scope

As the Senior Flash Designer/Programmer , you will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and implementing creative communication for web using Flash technology. Projects will mostly include complementing the look and feel of non-Flash websites, but may also include building entire Flash websites. You must be able to create cutting-edge Flash movies.

In order to be considered for this position, you MUST have expert knowledge in usability and accessibility issues regarding Flash. When you apply, please make sure you explain the extent of your knowledge when it comes to these issues.

Required Skills

* Expert knowledge of Flash & ActionScript
* Advanced knowledge of Flash usability
* Advanced knowledge of Flash accessibility
* Standard knowledge of (X)HTML

Highly Desirable Skills, But Not Necessary

* Knowledge of Section 508

Education

Bachelors degree in Fine Arts, Art & Design, Mass Communications, Advertising, Media, or equivalent (exceptional skills and experiences may be used as substitute)

Skills Matrix

If possible, please include in your résumé a detailed skill matrix categorizing your expertise as Basic, Standard, Advance, or Expert and indicate how many years experience you have in that skill as well as what was the last year you used that skill. Also, please include a brief narrative of your knowledge and experience in that particular skill. For example:

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Skill B S A E # Yrs Used Yr Last Used Comment

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HTML x 5 2006 Blah blah

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* Legend:

* B = Basic
* S = Standard
* A = Advance
* E = Expert
Work Portfolio

Please make sure your résumé references examples of your work accompanied with an explanation of what you did to accomplish the task. If your résumé does not include this information, be prepared to provide examples upon request.

Make Your Résumé Stand Out

Here's a résumé tip that will help you stand out from your competition: do not simply list your roles and responsibilities from previous employments; you should also list your accomplishments qualitatively and quantitatively.

About The Company

You will be working for a startup company that plans to offer web design and development services to small to medium-sized enterprises in the US (primarily).

The company is currently based in Hawaii with plans of opening an office in the Philippines when operational requirements necessitate it. An office in New Zealand is also planned for the future.

Opportunities

In this startup environment, your opinion will be highly valued and regarded. This is a great opportunity for those who are highly dedicated, motivated, and passionate about their careers and want to be recognized for their efforts.

When the need arises, there is a possibility that the company will sponsor qualified employees to relocate overseas.

Work Setup

This is a part time, work-from-home position. You will need to provide yourself with access to a computer, the Internet, and development tools required in the performance of your duties. Our primary means of communication will be via email, IM, and telephone.

How To Apply

Please send your résumé to kiphughes@gmail. com along with samples of (or links to) your work.

PhD Positions in Invasion Biology

University of Windsor/University of British Columbia and Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Pacific Biological Station, Nanaimo BC, Canada

We seek applications for two openings in invasion biology. These positions are at the PhD level. The projects are part of the Canadian Aquatic Invasive Species Network (CAISN) research program funded by NSERC to examine vectors and pathways delivering aquatic invasive species (AIS) to Canadian waters and to identify key factors that affect their successful establishment. Successful candidates will focus on either intertidal or subtidal habitats in coastal Canadian waters, including commercial ports and marinas.

The ideal candidates will have experience in invertebrate taxonomy and be familiar with standard methods for identification and enumeration of live and fixed organisms. Experience in experimental design and analysis of benthic communities would be preferable. Initial support will be for three years, pending satisfactory performance, with the possibility of further extension by collaborating on future research proposals/projects.

To apply, please send a curriculum vitae, thesis abstract and/or representative publications and contact information for three academic references to Dr. Thomas Therriault, Pacific Biological Station, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N7, Canada, e-mail address: therriaultt@pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

More information about CAISN can be found at http://www.uwindsor.ca/CAISN.

Review of applications starts on December 4, 2006 and will continue until the positions are filled. Preferred starting date is April/May 2007, or as negotiated.

MSc position in Invasive Diatom Biology

Mount Allison University and Fisheries and Oceans Canada New Brunswick, Canada

We seek applications for an opening in invasive diatom biology. This position is at the MSc level. The projects are part of the Canadian Aquatic Invasive Species Network (CAISN) research program funded by NSERC to examine vectors and pathways delivering aquatic invasive species (AIS) to Canadian waters and to identify key factors that affect their successful establishment. Successful candidates will focus on diatoms.

The ideal candidates will have experience in diatom taxonomy and be familiar with standard methods for diatom identification and enumeration of live and fixed cells. Initial support will be for one year, with continuation pending satisfactory performance, with the possibility of further extension by collaborating on future research proposals, including international programs.

To apply, please send a resume, thesis abstract (if applicable) and contact information for three academic references to Dr. Irena Kaczmarska, Department of Biology, Mount Allison University, 63B York Street, Sackville, N.B. E4L 1G7, Canada, e-mail address: iehrman@mta.ca.

More information about my research and CAISN can be found at http://www.mta.ca/~iehrman/

Review of applications starts on December 4, 2006 and will continue until the positions are filled. Preferred starting date is February/March 2007, or as negotiated.

3 PhD positions:Bremen International Graduate School for Marine Sciences

Bremen International Graduate School for Marine Sciences "Global Change in the Marine Realm"

Funded by the Excellence Initiative of the German federal and state governments this Graduate School aims at educating young scientists in the field of marine sciences. Within a global-change framework these encompass the natural sciences as well as the humanities. Besides becoming experts in their special field the PhD students will get a solid background across many disciplines* of marine sciences.

*e.g. (micro-)biology, geosciences, physical oceanography, numerical modelling, history,social sciences, law, etc.

Structured into four Research Areas

Oceans and Climate
Coastal Zone Processes
Marine Ecology and Biogeochemistry
Challenges to Society

the Graduate School covers a variety of disciplines. It offers a well- structured curriculum with a broad research training programme and the possibility to compete for internal funds.

The Graduate School offers

4 Associate Scientist positions (BAT IIa) (one per Research Area)

These positions are initially offered for two years starting at March 1, 2007, with a possibility for extension. All applicants are required to have a PhD in a field related to the respective Research Area they are applying for. The main tasks of the Associate Scientists will be to stimulate interdisciplinary exchange within the Graduate School, in establishing topical courses and monthly PhD workshops, and in supporting the PhD students. In addition, the Associate Scientists are expected to develop their own research projects within the thematic framework of the school. Our webpage gives information about research topics presently covered by the school's scientists.

3 PhD positions (BAT IIa/2)

Candidates holding a master or diploma degree are encouraged to submit a self-designed PhD project of three years duration related to one of the four Research Areas. With a starting date of April 1, 2007, these projects should be in line with present marine research topics covered by the Graduate School.

Applicants should submit a letter of motivation, their CV and publication list, an outline (max. 1000 words) of their own research plans (Ass. Scientists) or their self- designed PhD project and the application form by e-mail to In addition, they are requested to arrange for two letters of reference to be sent to the same e-mail address. Deadline for the applications is December 22, 2006 (Ass. Scientists) and January 15, 2007 (PhDs), respectively.

The University of Bremen is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

For further enquiries please contact

Prof. Dr. Dierk Hebbeln
MARUM, Univ. of Bremen
Leobener Straße
28359 Bremen
Germany
T +49-421-21865650
F +49-421-21865505

Download application forms:

Associate_Scientist_Application_Form.doc
PhD_Application_Form.doc

Doctoral Opportunities in Environmental Management

Montclair State University now offers a Doctoral degree in Environmental Management.

The program focuses on three inter-locking themes,

Water-Land Systems,
Sustainability, Vulnerability, and Equity and
Environmental Modeling and Visualization.

Graduate Assistantships are available to qualified full-time students which include full fee waivers and a 10 month stipend of $15,000.

Applications for Fall '07 admission will be considered starting February 15, 2007.

Information about the program can be found at their website at http://www.csam.montclair.edu/degrees.html.

Inquiries should be directed to Prof. John Taylor at (973) 655-7273 or Patti McNicholas at (973) 655-542

Worried about your Job Interview?

Here are some tips to prepare you to have a successful interview.

1. Plan Ahead. Research the company and the position if possible, as well, the people you will meet with at the interview. Review your work experiences. Be ready to support past career accomplishments with specific information targeted toward the companies needs. Have your facts ready!

2. Role Play. Once you have finished studying, begin role playing (rehearsing). Use the general questions provided below in the Interview Preparation Area. Write down answers if it helps to make your presentation more concise. Try to keep your answers to the information your new employer will want to know.

3. Eye Contact. Maintain eye contact with your interviewer.

4. Be Positive. In particular, avoid negative comments about past employers.

5. Adapt - Listen and adapt. Be sensitive to the style of the interviewer. Pay attention to those details of dress, office furniture, and general decor which will afford helpful clues to assist you in tailoring your presentation.

6. Relate. Try to relate your answers to the interviewer and his or her company. Focus on achievements relevant to the position.

7. Encourage. Encourage the interviewer to share information about his or her company. Demonstrate your interest.

What are the common questions asked during interviews?

1) Tell me about yourself? (try to hold your response to 2 minutes)
2) What do you know about our company?
3) Why should we hire you?
4) What can you do for us that someone else can't?
5) What do you look for in a job?
6) What skills and qualifications are essential for success in the position of ______?
7) How long would it take for you to make a meaningful contribution?
8) How does this assignment fit into your overall career plan?
9) Describe your management style.
10) What do you believe is the most difficult part of being a supervisor of people?
11) Why are you looking for a new career?
12) How would your colleagues describe you?
13) How would your boss describe you?
14) How would you describe yourself?
15) What do you think of your present or past boss?
16) What were the five most significant accomplishments in your last assignment?
17) What were the five most significant accomplishments in your career so far?
18) Can you work well under deadlines or pressure?
19) How much do you expect if we offer you this position?
20) Why do you want to work for us?
21) What other positions are you considering?
22) Have you kept up in your field with additional training?
23) What are your career goals?
24) What are your strong points?
25) What are your weak points?
26) How did you do in school?
27) What position do you expect to have in 2 to 5 years?
28) If you took the job what would you accomplish in the first year?
29) What was wrong with your current or last position?
30) What kind of hours are you used to working or would like to work?
31) Do you have your reference list with you? (Remember don't give it out unless it is asked for).
32) Can you explain your salary history?
33) What questions didn't I ask that you expected?

Good Luck.

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PhD position: Social scientist, Coastal Livelihoods in Indonesia.

Post: 4 years fulltime: 1 December 2006-1 December 2010

Background: The Interdisciplinary Research and Education Fund (INREF) of Wageningen University supports academic research on sustainable development in the South. The RESCOPAR program is an INREF program based on co-operative research between teams at Wageningen University (The Netherlands), Can Tho University (Vietnam), Mulawarman University, LIPI, Agricultural Institute Bogor, WWF (Indonesia) and NACA (Thailand). The objective of RESCOPAR is to study the social and ecological resilience of coastal populations and aquatic resources, with an emphasis on mangrove ecosystems, shrimp culture and associated diseases and coastal fisheries. Within the framework of the INREF- RESCOPAR program, there is a vacancy for a PhD student under the joint supervision of the WU Chairgroup “Rural Development Sociology” and the Indonesian Institute of Sciences.

Job description: The PhD will investigate the relationship between the livelihood strategies of the different actors involved in shrimp culture and fisheries in the Berau delta, Northeast Kalimantan, the depletion of aquatic resources, and the transnational shrimp trade.

Requirements: You have a Masters in social sciences, preferably in sociology or anthropology. You have experience with social analysis relating to coastal management problems of aquaculture and fisheries in Indonesia. You have affinity with practice-oriented research and are capable of conducting long-term fieldwork relating to government officials at various levels, traders, coastal communities, and other stakeholders. You have a keen interest in integrative scientific research. We request from the candidate a collaborative and team-player attitude, with an open mind for other scientific approaches. You are self-reliant, independent and full of initiative. You have a strong ambition to upgrade your knowledge and academic skills. Candidates with a proven ability for publishing academic standard social science research will be preferred. The position is open for Indonesian citizens only.

Admission criteria: Wageningen University has the following admission criteria for PhD students: English proficiency (TOEFL score of at least 600; Test of Written English score at least 5.0); acceptance of the candidate by the promoters/supervisors (in this case, Prof dr. L.E. Visser, and. Dr. S.Hidayat), and (equivalency of) a Dutch MSc degree (for more information see: www.wageningenuniversiteit.nl/UK/education/programmes/
PhD+programmes/Application/

Post: The 4-years PhD study will be developed according to a WU-sandwich formula, with maximum 36 months of field work in Indonesia and minimum 12 months data analysis, writing and training in Wageningen, the Netherlands. Fieldwork will be carried out in the Berau district of North East Kalimantan. The Wageningen period will be split in 2 periods of 6 months, respectively at the start and at the end of the study.

Remuneration: The candidate should be employed by an Indonesian or international university, a well-known NGO or comparable organization for the duration of the study. For the months spent in the Netherlands an allowance is available in accordance with the Dutch fellowship program to cover additional costs of living and accommodation (in 2006, 800 Euro/month). A settling allowance and a laptop will be provided.

Information: For information contact Paul van Zwieten, tel: ++31-317-483920; e-mail:
paul.vanzwieten@wur.nl, or the HRM consultant Henk Croon tel ++ 31 317 4 83907, e-mail: henk.croon@wur.nl.

Background information: For a brief description of the RESCOPAR program see:
www.afi.wur.nl/UK/Research/RESCOPAR/

Application: Send your application, a covering letter with your motivation, a CV, and a copy of your TOEFL test score (taken at an institution recognized by NEC and not earlier than 2005), before 10 September to Prof. Dr. Johan Verreth via fax (+31-317-483937) or email (office.afi@wur.nl).

PhD position: Aquatic biologist or aquaculture specialist, Shrimp, Indonesia

Post: 4 years fulltime: 1 December 2006-1 December 2010

Background: The Interdisciplinary Research and Education Fund (INREF) of Wageningen University supports academic research on sustainable development in the South. The RESCOPAR program is an INREF program based on co-operative research between teams at Wageningen University (The Netherlands), Can Tho University (Vietnam), Mulawarman University, LIPI, Bogor University, WWF (Indonesia) and NACA (Thailand). The objective of RESCOPAR is to study the social and ecological resilience of coastal populations and aquatic resources, with an emphasis on mangrove ecosystems, shrimp culture and associated diseases and coastal fisheries. Within the framework of the INREFRESCOPAR program, there is a vacancy for a PhD study under the joint supervision of the WU Chair groups “Aquaculture and Fisheries” and “Aquatic Ecology and Water Quality Management”.

Job description: The PhD student will study the relationship between water and sediment quality and shrimp health in ponds. The study will be a combination of on-farm monitoring and controlled mesocosm experiments. Important environmental parameters will include O2, NO2 and TAN concentrations at different heights or depths above and in the sediment. The distribution of pathogens in the culture environment will be analysed and linked to environmental conditions.

Requirements: You are an aquatic ecologist or aquaculture specialist (MSc degree) with experience in water quality and sediment analysis in aquatic environments. Preferentially, you have experience with shrimp culture practices. You can set up monitoring programs and are able to operate and maintain mesocosms. Experience with statistical analysis is required. We prefer candidates with a scientific publication record You are an active team-player, communicate easily with colleagues, supervisors and stakeholders and is open minded, self-reliant and confident. The position is open for S.E. Asian citizens only.

Admission criteria: Wageningen University has the following admission criteria for PhD students: English proficiency (TOEFL score of at least 600; Test of Written English score at least 5.0); acceptance of the candidate by the promoters (in this case, prof dr. J.A.J. Verreth and prof. dr. M. Scheffer) and equivalency of a Dutch MSc degree (for more information see: www.wageningenuniversiteit.nl/UK/education/programmes/
PhD+programmes/Application/

Post: The 4-years PhD study will be developed according to a WU-sandwich formula, with maximum 36 months of field work in Vietnam/Indonesia, and minimum 12 months data analysis, writing and training in Wageningen, The Netherlands. Fieldwork and mesocosm studies will be carried out in East Kalimantan and/or Southern Vietnam. Working locations will be selected during the preparatory phase. The Wageningen period will be split in 2 periods, respectively at the start and end of the study.

Remuneration: The candidate should be employed by an Indonesian or international university or research institution for the duration of the study. For the months spent in The Netherlands an allowance is available in accordance with the Dutch fellowship program to cover additional costs of living and accommodation
(in 2006, 850 Euro/month). A settling allowance and a lap-top will be provided.

Information: For information contact Paul van Zwieten, tel: ++31-317-483920; e-mail: paul.vanzwieten@wur.nl, or the HRM consultant Henk Croon tel ++ 31 317 4 83907, e-mail: henk.croon@wur.nl.

Background information: For a brief description of the RESCOPAR program see: www.afi.wur.nl/UK/Research/RESCOPAR/

Application: Send your application, a covering letter with your motivation, a CV, and a copy of your TOEFL test score (taken at an institution recognized by NEC and not earlier than 2005), before 10 September 2006 to prof. dr. Johan Verreth via fax (+31-317-483937) or email (office.afi@wur.nl).

PhD position: Population Biologist, transmission of WSSV in cultured shrimp, Vietnam

Post: 4 years fulltime: 1 December 2006-1 December 2010

Background: The Interdisciplinary Research and Education Fund (INREF) of Wageningen University supports academic research on sustainable development in the South. The RESCOPAR program is an INREF program based on co-operative research between teams at Wageningen University (The Netherlands), Can Tho University (Vietnam), Mulawarman University, LIPI, Bogor University, WWF (Indonesia) and NACA (Thailand). The objective of RESCOPAR is to study the social and ecological resilience of coastal populations and aquatic resources, with an emphasis on mangrove ecosystems, shrimp culture and associated diseases and coastal fisheries. Within the framework of the INREFRESCOPAR program, there is a vacancy for a PhD student under the joint supervision of the WU Chair groups “Quantitative Veterinary Epidemiology”, “Aquaculture and Fisheries”, and “Virology”,

Job description: The PhD student will study the transmission of White Spot Syndrome Virus in cultured shrimp by experiments, field observations and modelling. We aim to understand the dynamics of the disease by identifying the main factors that cause clinical disease outbreaks. These factors will include the introduction of the virus into the ponds and the conditions under which it can spread within and between ponds. The PhD will closely cooperate with the other PhD students in the project and especially the PhD virologist.

Requirements: You have a MSc degree in population biology, aquaculture or mathematical biology. You are familiar with population biology, experimental research but also attracted by mathematical data processing such as statistical analysis and/or modelling. The candidate has a collaborative and team-player attitude, with an open mind for other scientific approaches. You are self-reliant, independent and full of initiative. You have a strong ambition to upgrade your knowledge and academic skills. Candidates with a scientific publication record are preferred. The position is open for S.E. Asian citizens only.

Admission criteria: Wageningen University has the following admission criteria for PhD students: English proficiency (TOEFL score of at least 600; Test of Written English score at least 5.0); acceptance of the candidate by the promoters (in this case, prof dr. M.C.M. de Jong and prof. dr. J.A.J. Verreth and equivalency of a Dutch MSc degree (for more information see: www.wageningenuniversiteit.nl/UK/education/programmes/
PhD+programmes/Application/

Post: The 4-years PhD study will be developed according to a WU-sandwich formula, with maximum 36 months of field work in Vietnam, and minimum 12 months data analysis, writing and training in Wageningen, the Netherlands. Fieldwork will be carried out Ca Mau province (Vietnam). The Wageningen period will be split in 2 periods of 6 months, respectively at the start and end of the study.

Remuneration: The candidate will be employed by Can Tho University in Vietnam for the duration of the study For the months spent in the Netherlands an allowance is available in accordance with the Dutch fellowship program to cover additional costs of living and accommodation (in 2006, 850 Euro/month). A settling allowance and a laptop will be provided.

Information: For information contact Paul van Zwieten, tel: ++31-317-483920; e-mail:
paul.vanzwieten@wur.nl, or the HRM consultant Henk Croon tel ++ 31 317 4 83907, e-mail: henk.croon@wur.nl.

Background information: For a brief description of the RESCOPAR program see:
www.afi.wur.nl/UK/Research/RESCOPAR/

Application: Send your application, a covering letter with your motivation, a CV, and a copy of your TOEFL test score, before 10 September to prof. dr. Johan Verreth via fax (+31-317-483937) or email (office.afi@wur.nl).

PhD position: Aquaculture Virologist / Biologist, epidemiology Vietnam

Post: 4 years fulltime: 1 December 2006 -1 December 2010

Background: The Interdisciplinary Research and Education Fund (INREF) of Wageningen University supports academic research on sustainable development in the South. The RESCOPAR program is an INREF program based on co-operative research between teams at Wageningen University (The Netherlands), Can Tho University (Vietnam), Mulawarman University, LIPI, Bogor University, WWF (Indonesia) and NACA (Thailand). The objective of RESCOPAR is to study the social and ecological resilience of coastal populations and aquatic resources, with an emphasis on mangrove ecosystems, shrimp culture and associated diseases and coastal fisheries. Within the framework of the INREFRESCOPAR program, there is a vacancy for a PhD study under the joint supervision of the WU Chair groups “Virology” and “Quantitative Veterinary Epidemiology”.

Job description: The PhD student will study the epidemiology and evolution of white spot syndrome virus (WSSV) of shrimp in time and space, with special reference to the development towards (a)virulence. The study will be a combination of ‘in-pond’ and laboratory analysis (natural and controlled introductions) of WSSV isolates, local and regional field sampling, virulence testing and genetic and genomic analysis using molecular markers. The PhD will closely cooperate with the other PhD students in the project and especially the PhD population biologist.

Requirements: You are a virology / epidemiology specialist (MSc degree) with experience in molecular genetics. Preferably, you have experience with or affinity to shrimp culture or other aquatic practices. You can design sampling schemes and animal experiments, and use and tailor molecular technology. We prefer candidates that have computational expertise (bioinformatics) and with a scientific publication record. You are an active team-player, communicate easily with colleagues, supervisors and stakeholders and are open minded, self-reliant and independent. The position is open for S.E. Asian citizens only.

Admission criteria: Wageningen University has the following admission criteria for PhD students: English proficiency (TOEFL score of at least 600; Test of Written English score at least 5.0); acceptance of the candidate by the promoters (in this case, prof. dr. J.M. Vlak and prof. dr. M.C.M. de Jong) and equivalency of a Dutch MSc degree (for more information see: www.wageningenuniversiteit.nl/UK/education/programmes/
PhD+programmes/Application/

Post: The 4-years PhD study will be developed according to a WU-sandwich formula, with maximum 36 months of field work in Vietnam/Indonesia, and minimum 12 months data analysis, writing and training in Wageningen, The Netherlands. Fieldwork and genomic studies will be carried out in CanTho (BIRDI/CAF). Working locations will be selected during the preparatory phase. The Wageningen period will be split in 2 periods, respectively at the start and end of the study, totalling together 12 months.

Remuneration: The candidate will be employed by Can Tho University in Vietnam for the duration of the study. For the months spent in The Netherlands an allowance is available in accordance with the Dutch fellowship program to cover additional costs of living and accommodation (in 2006, 850 Euro/month). A settling allowance and a lap-top will be provided.

Information: For information contact Paul van Zwieten, tel: ++31-317-483920; e-mail: paul.vanzwieten@wur.nl, or the HRM consultant Henk Croon tel ++ 31 317 4 83907, e-mail: henk.croon@wur.nl.

Background information: For a brief description of the RESCOPAR program see: www.afi.wur.nl/UK/Research/RESCOPAR/

Application: Send your application, a covering letter with your motivation, a CV, and a copy of your TOEFL test score, before 10 September 2006 to prof. dr. Johan Verreth via fax (+31-317-483937) or email (office.afi@wur.nl).

PhD position, Marine Ecologist: mangrove ecosystem, shrimp-culture and fisheries, Indonesia

Post: 4 years fulltime: 1 December 2006-1 December 2010

Background: The Interdisciplinary Research and Education Fund (INREF) of Wageningen University supports academic research on sustainable development in the South. The RESCOPAR program is an INREF program based on co-operative research between teams at Wageningen University (The Netherlands), Can Tho University (Vietnam), Mulawarman University, LIPI, Bogor University, WWF (Indonesia) and NACA (Thailand). The objective of RESCOPAR is to study the social and ecological resilience of coastal populations and aquatic resources, with an emphasis on mangrove ecosystems, shrimp culture and associated diseases and coastal fisheries. Within the framework of the INREFRESCOPAR program, there is a vacancy for a PhD student under the joint supervision of the WU Chair groups “Aquaculture and Fisheries” and “Resource Ecology”.

Job description: The PhD student will quantify the effect of shrimp ponds on the mangrove ecosystem in the Berau delta mangrove-coral-reef system, Kalimantan. The study will focus on modelling the shrimp-mangrove system to predict and evaluate the effect of different spatial scenarios of mangrove conversion to shrimp ponds on coastal productivity and diversity.

Requirements: You have an MSc degree in ecology or any related field with field experience in marine ecological research. You have knowledge on mangrove ecology and coastal fisheries; are capable of carrying out fieldwork and have experience in statistical data analysis. Experience in mathematical modelling will be considered as a major asset. We request from the candidate a collaborative and team-player attitude, with an open mind for other scientific approaches. You are selfreliant, independent and full of initiative. You have a strong ambition to upgrade your knowledge and academic skills. Candidates with a scientific publication record are preferred. The position is open for S.E. Asian citizens only.

Admission criteria: Wageningen University has the following admission criteria for PhD students: English proficiency (TOEFL score of at least 600; Test of Written English score at least 5.0); acceptance of the candidate by the promoters (in this case, prof. dr. J.A.J. Verreth and prof. dr. H.H.T Prins) and equivalency of a Dutch MSc degree (for more information see: www.wageningenuniversiteit.nl/UK/education/programmes/
PhD+programmes/Application/

Post: The 4-years PhD study will be developed according to the WU-sandwich formula, with maximum 36 months of field work in Indonesia, and minimum 12 months data analysis, writing and training in Wageningen, the Netherlands. Fieldwork will be carried out in the Berau delta (East Kalimantan. The Wageningen period will be split in 2 periods of 6 months, respectively at the start and end of the study.

Remuneration: The candidate will be employed by WWF-Indonesia for the duration of the study. For the months spent in the Netherlands an allowance is available in accordance with the Dutch fellowship program to cover additional costs of living, accommodation, insurance and travel (in 2006, 800 Euro/month). A settling allowance and a laptop will be provided.

Information: For information contact Paul van Zwieten, tel: ++31-317-483920; e-mail paul.vanzwieten@wur.nl, or the HRM consultant Henk Croon tel ++ 31 317 4 83907, e-mail: henk.croon@wur.nl

Background information: for a brief description of the RESCOPAR program see: www.afi.wur.nl/UK/Research/RESCOPAR/ Application: Send your application, a covering letter with your motivation, a CV, and a copy of your TOEFL test score (taken at an institution recognized by NEC and not earlier than 2005), before 10 September 2006 to prof. dr. Johan Verreth via fax (+31-317-483937) or email (office.afi@wur.nl).

PhD position, Fisheries Biologist/Marine Ecologist: coastal fisheries and mangroves Vietnam

Post: 4 years fulltime: 1 December 2006-1 December 2010

Background: The Interdisciplinary Research and Education Fund (INREF) of Wageningen University supports academic research on sustainable development in the South. The RESCOPAR program is an INREF program based on co-operative research between teams at Wageningen University (The Netherlands), Can Tho University (Vietnam), Mulawarman University, LIPI, Bogor University, WWF (Indonesia) and NACA (Thailand). The objective of RESCOPAR is to study the social and ecological resilience of coastal populations and aquatic resources, with an emphasis on mangrove ecosystems, shrimp culture and associated diseases and coastal fisheries. Within the framework of the INREFRESCOPAR program, there is a vacancy for a PhD student under the joint supervision of the WU Chair groups “Aquaculture and Fisheries” and “Laboratory for Geo-Information Science and Remote Sensing”.

Job description: The PhD student will quantify the effect of mangrove based shrimp ponds on the coastal fisheries of Ca Mau province, Vietnam. The study will focus on modelling the shrimpmangrove- fisheries system to predict and evaluate the effect of different spatial scenario’s of mangrove conversion on fish catches.

Requirements: You have a MSc degree in ecology, environmental sciences, fisheries or any related field. You have field experience in marine ecological and/or fisheries research. You are capable of carrying out fisheries related fieldwork and have experience in statistical data analysis. Experience in mathematical modelling and/or in GIS/Remote Sensing will be considered as a major asset. We request from the candidate a collaborative and team-player attitude, with an open mind for other scientific approaches. You are self-reliant, independent and full of initiative. You have a strong ambition to upgrade your knowledge and academic skills. Candidates with a scientific publication record are preferred. The position is open for S.E. Asian citizens only.

Admission criteria: Wageningen University has the following admission criteria for PhD students: English proficiency (TOEFL score of at least 600; Test of Written English score at least 5.0); acceptance of the candidate by the promoters (in this case, prof. dr. J.A.J. Verreth and prof. dr. A.K. Bregt) and equivalency of a Dutch MSc degree (for more information see: www.wageningenuniversiteit.nl/UK/education/programmes/
PhD+programmes/Application/

Post: The 4-years PhD study will be developed according to a WU-sandwich formula, with maximum 36 months of field work in Vietnam, and minimum 12 months data analysis, writing and training in Wageningen, the Netherlands. Fieldwork will be carried out in the coastal area of Ca Mau province. The Wageningen period will be split in 2 periods of 6 months, respectively at the start and end of the
study.

Remuneration: The candidate will be employed by Can Tho University for the duration of the study. For the months spent in the Netherlands an allowance is available in accordance with the Dutch fellowship program to cover additional costs of living and accommodation (in 2006, 850 Euro/month). A settling allowance and a lab-top will be provided.

Information: For information contact Paul van Zwieten, tel: +31-317-483920; e-mail paul.vanzwieten@wur.nl, or the HRM consultant Henk Croon tel + 31 317 4 83907, e-mail: henk.croon@wur.nl

Background information: for a brief description of the RESCOPAR program see: www.afi.wur.nl/UK/Research/RESCOPAR/

Application: Send your application, a covering letter with your motivation, a CV, and a copy of your TOEFL test score, before 10 September 2006 to prof. Dr. Johan Verreth via fax (+31-317-483937) or email (office.afi@wur.nl).

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