Legal Governance PhD Scholarship

Governance Concentration of Research Excellence (CORE) Macquarie Law School, Macquarie University, Sydney

Closing date: 14 August 2009

Colonisation and Migration in the Pacific

The Legal Governance Concentration of Research Excellence (CORE) in Macquarie Law School, Macquarie University, is offering a full time PhD Scholarship investigating the role of legal and constitutional arrangements in shaping migration in the Pacific region. The successful applicant will join an innovative team of researchers at Macquarie Law School who are undertaking inter-disciplinary research on contemporary issues of legal governance.

Migration is a phenomenon of great importance to the Pacific region: proportionate to the size of their home populations, no other region of the world has experienced larger outflows of people. This project will examine the links between Pacific migration and colonisation, which has left a complex legacy of legal and political associations in the Pacific. As the process of decolonisation has unfolded, colonial powers (such as Australia, France, New Zealand, UK and US) have made different arrangements for the governance of Pacific territories. This project will examine the impact of these legal and constitutional arrangements on migration within the Pacific, and between Pacific Island Countries and the Pacific Rim, during critical periods of colonisation and
decolonisation.

For further information and discussion regarding the PhD project, candidates are encouraged to contact the supervisor Professor Brian Opeskin (Director of the Legal Governance CORE): telephone: +61 2 9850 7074; email: brian.opeskin@ mq.edu.au.

Applicants should have completed a four-year undergraduate degree in the humanities, social sciences or creative arts with first-class honours (law, Pacific history, migration, colonialism, or a combination of these areas), or demonstrate equivalent research qualifications, such as a Master degree with a substantial research component.

The scholarship pays a living allowance currently $20,427 per annum tax exempt (2009), and the tenure is 3.5 years full time, subject to satisfactory progress. Tuition fees will be funded for the scholarship tenure. Additional support for projects and conference travel will be available from the Faculty.

Application forms, and conditions for MQRES awards, are available from the Higher Degree Research Office, telephone +61(02) 9850 7987, e-mail: hdrschol@vc. mq.edu.au, or downloaded from our website: http://www.research .mq.edu.au/ students/ scholarships/ pages/Law/

Applications should be forwarded to:
The Scholarship Officer
The Research Hub
Level 3, C5C East
Macquarie University NSW 2109
AUSTRALIA

PhD position at University of Twente, Nl

The Department of Political Science and Research Methods of the University of Twente invites applications for a:

PhD position

(1.0 fte)

The department

Research in the Department of Political Science and Research Methods focuses on the relationship between citizens and their government in multilevel political systems. Core topics include political behaviour, political representation and the legitimacy of government, and the innovation of democratic governance. An emphasis on research methodology is central to all our research endeavours. The department has a strong record in international comparative survey research and is strongly involved in a number of prominent international collaborative projects in the field of electoral research and political representation at the local, national, and European level. Several research projects are commissioned by government agencies and other local, national and international organizations. The Department of Political Science and Research Methods coordinates all courses in research methodology and (quantitative) data analysis for all degree programmes (BA, MA/MSc, PhD) offered by the ! School of Management and Governance. It is also strongly involved in the BA and MSc in Public Administration and European Studies. The department offers (jointly with the School of Behavioural Science) a 2-year Master programme on Social Systems Evaluation and Survey Research. A description of our research programme can be found at www.mb.utwente. nl/polmt/ research/ .

The position

We invite candidates who hold a master's degree (or equivalent) to send us brief (single-page) proposals for research projects that fit into the research activities of the department and that can result in a PhD thesis (monograph or collection of articles). The proposal should outline a research problem, a draft research question, and an indication of the research strategy.

Profile

You have a master degree in Political Science, European Studies, Public Administration or a related field in the social sciences. You have a thorough knowledge of the methodology and techniques of empirical social research, as evidenced in your master thesis. You are motivated and able to work independently as well as in collaborative projects.

Employment conditions

We offer a challenging position in a stimulating environment. As a PhD candidate you will be appointed in a full-time position for a period of four years, at the end of which you must have completed your PhD thesis. The gross monthly salary for a PhD increases from EUR 2042,- in the first year to EUR 2612,- in the final year (in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities) . In addition, the University of Twente offers additional attractive employment conditions. Our PhD candidates have opportunities to broaden their knowledge by participating in a nationwide research school, by joining international exchange programs, by participating in national and international conferences and workshops, and by visiting other research institutes and universities worldwide.

Information and application

For more information on this position you can contact prof. dr. C.W.A.M. Aarts, chair of the department Political Science and Research Methods, phone: +31 53 4893251, e-mail: c.w.a.m.aarts@ utwente.nl . Please send your written application including a full resume, your research proposal, and possibly with references, before July 20th, 2009 to the University of Twente, School of Management and Governance, attn: prof. dr. P.J.J.M. van Loon, Dean, P.O. Box 217, 7500 AE Enschede, the Netherlands, stating application number 09/144. It is also possible to send your application by e-mail to mbsollicitaties@ mb.utwente. nl .

____________ _________ _________ _________ ________
Dr. Andreas Warntjen
Assistant Professor for European and International Politics
Department of Political Science and Research Methods
University of Twente
P.O. Box 217
NL-7500AE Enschede
The Netherlands

http://www.mb. utwente.nl/ polmt/staff/ Warntjen/
Visitor address: Institutenweg.
Telephone: +31 53 489 1181 / 3270
Fax: +31 53 489 2590

2 Assistant/Associate Professors in Marine and Environmental Studies

Position Title: 2 Assistant/Associate Professors in Marine and Environmental Studies.
The University of the Virgin Islands is a Historically Black publicly supported land-grant institution. UVI, in association with the National Science Foundation (NSF) funded Virgin Islands Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (VI-EPSCoR) is seeking faculty who will ensure high academic standards in a nurturing and learner-centered environment in keeping with our HBCU status through scholarly research and teaching excellence. Appointees must be able to work productively with research colleagues and students of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds; serve on the University’s committees; and contribute to the development of the University’s Vision 2012.

The Center for Marine and Environmental Studies (CMES) is seeking 5 candidates over the next 3 years for research, non-tenure track positions who will join the research team at CMES and have the opportunity to participate in an exciting new interdisciplinary research initiative on Integrated Caribbean Coastal Ecosystems. This current request for applicants is for 2 faculty positions. Researchers at CMES are investigating biotic, physical and human interactions in Caribbean coastal ecosystems, the extent to which oceanographic and climatic forces are affecting coral reef ecosystems, and related social, health and economic impacts on Caribbean island communities. With funding from NSF, VI-EPSCoR is expanding the Center’s core facilities and supporting CMES research in the areas of Evolutionary and ecological patterns and processes, Ocean and coastal processes, and Environmental analysis and management. The successful candidates will participate in interdisciplinary research as members of CMES research teams and will be assured of significant release time for research during their first few years of employment within the program. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to teach in the Masters in Marine and Environmental Science, a joint program between CMES and the Division of Science and Mathematics (DSM). There are also opportunities to teach in the DSM undergraduate program. This position announcement is for:

UVI seeks to fill two faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor with instructional skills and research interests in any combinations of the following areas: Physical Oceanography with expertise in general circulation modeling and experience working with biologists in biophysical coupled models; Coastal Geomorphology with experience on source to sink sediment dynamics and watershed modeling; Natural Resource Economics or Social Science with experience working with natural scientists on coupled natural and human systems; Microbiology; Epizootiology of marine diseases; or Phytoplankton Ecology.

Candidates should have expertise in at least one of these fields in application to tropical coastal/marine ecosystems. Extra consideration will be given candidates with experience in the Caribbean. Post-doctoral experience is preferred. The successful candidates will develop and maintain an active, extramurally-funded research program in his or her areas of specialty. The candidates will also be expected to carry out normal faculty responsibilities including committee assignments. We expect the candidates to start in the Fall semester, 2009 or until filled.

Rank and compensation will be based on research and teaching experience.

If applicable, one-way economy airfare to St. Thomas for the appointee and immediate family, and shipping allowance of up to $1,250 will be paid by the University upon presentation of receipts.

In order to be considered please apply online to https://careers.uvi.edu, the application will include a letter of application, employment application, curriculum vitae, transcript(s) from accredited institution(s), a research and teaching philosophy, and the name, address, telephone number and email address of three references. Please address any questions and inquiries either to Nasseer Idrisi, Acting Director, Center for Marine and Environmental Studies, nidrisi@uvi.edu, or Department of Human Resources, hrweb@uvi.edu, University of the Virgin Islands, #2 John Brewer’s Bay, St. Thomas, V.I. 00802-9990. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. When applying for this position, the job title and the job code number must be included on your resume/curriculum vitae.

Post-doctoral Research in Marine Microbial Ecology

A postdoctoral position is available for a highly motivated individual to work on the broad field of aquatic microbial ecology. This postdoc will be expected to develop an independent research program that compliments the research interest of mine, which includes: 1) the trophic interaction of microbial food web, 2) the population dynamics, phylogenetic diversity and biogeochemical function of picoplankton (including virus, prokaryotes and eukaryotes), and 3) the coastal environmental issues, such as HAB and hypoxia. Skills in traditional and modern techniques, such as advanced microscopy, flow cytometry, genomic, proteomic and biochemical analyses, are desirable. Applicants must have an excellent record of publication, strong quantitative skills, and be comfortable leading a team of undergraduate and graduate researchers. The initial appointment is for one year with a monthly salary up to 26K Hong Kong dollars (~3350 US dollars). Extension is possible provided satisfactory progress. The position is available immediately, and consideration of applications will continue until the position is filled.

HKUST is scenically located at the hilly countryside of eastern Kowloon with a magnificent sea-view. Top-notch research facilities are available, including a well-equipped coastal marine lab on the seaside. For further details, please refer to our website at www.ust.hk

Please send (preferably by email) a cover letter stating your research accomplishments and interests, a curriculum vitae, two representative publications, and the names and contact information for two references to:

Hongbin Liu, Ph.D.
Department of Biology, and
Atmospheric, Marine and Coastal Environment (AMCE) Program
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Clear Water Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Email: liuhb@ust.hk
http:// www.ust.hk/~webbo/faculty/Dr.H.Liu/index.html

Laboratory Technician (B.Sc.) - Two Positions in Algal Mass Culture and Ecophysiology

Algenol Biofuels, Inc., a privately owned company, is engaged in broad research and development efforts to develop industrial-scale production systems for ethanol from algae using a second-generation advanced process to convert sunlight, CO2, and water directly into ethanol on an industrial scale and at a competitive cost to all existing ethanol production technologies. The DIRECT TO ETHANOL™ technology uses proprietary algae and collection methods and consumes large quantities of carbon dioxide during the process.

For the Algenol Aquaculture and Research Facility in West Palm Beach, Florida, we are seeking to fill two (2) full-time Laboratory Technician (B.Sc.) positions.

The major task for this position is performing research towards the optimization of algal and cyanobacterial growth in outdoor photobioreactor systems for alternative fuel production, co-products, and by-products under the guidance of the Research Facility’s Director. The Lab Technician will participate in indoor and outdoor tank experiment setup, perform routine sampling of experiments/bioreactors and in-lab sample analyses, provide data reports to the Facility’s research personnel and Director, and perform general lab and facility maintenance.

Candidates should have completed a B.Sc. in Biology, Biological Oceanography, Limnology, Environmental Science, or comparable discipline and demonstrate field and lab work experience with algae and/or cyanobacteria. Experience in algal/cyanobacteria ecology and physiology as well as work experience on complex lab equipment (e.g. GC, flow cytometer, nutrient and carbon analyzer, PCR, etc.) is beneficial. However, broad experience is more relevant than intense experience with one particular instrument. Experience with algal mass culture systems and/or culture process control or in molecular field ecology will also be beneficial. The candidate is highly self-motivated and self-reliant but integrates well with a small, closely collaborating team of young and enthusiastic colleagues. The Lab Technician will be able to work with heavy loads and outdoors in a hot climate. Candidates must be fluent in spoken and written English and are familiar with computer operation and standard software (Excel, Word). Non-US citizens need to be in possession of a valid work permit or legal residency at the time of application.

Algenol Biofuels, Inc. offers a generous salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, comprehensive health insurance plans, 401k plans, and annual vacation time. Algenol Biofuels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall send their cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names, address, and email of three references to: Dr. Frank J. Jochem, Director Florida Aquaculture and Research Station, Algenol Biofuels, Inc., frank.jochem@algenolbiofuels.com. Review of applications will begin July 1, 2009, until the position is filled. We are aiming at filling this position as soon as possible. Only applications meeting outlined qualifications, providing all requested documents, and indicating candidates’ availability for job filling will be considered and answered.

Research Internship (Fall/Winter), University of North Carolina

Research Internship (Fall/Winter), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Coastal Biological Oceanography Laboratory.

Application deadline: June 30, 2009
Location: Institute of Marine Sciences (Morehead City, North Carolina) For more information about IMS, visit: http://marine.unc.edu/IMS
Salary: ($1200 per month)

Job Description:

The Coastal Biological Oceanography Laboratory is seeking a research intern to work at the Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS) from August 2009 until April 2010 (possibly extended through July 2010).

We are looking for an earnest individual who will assist in ongoing research both in coastal North Carolina and the northern Gulf of Mexico. This MARFIN-funded research seeks to evaluate the nursery-role of inshore seagrass meadows for estuarine and offshore fishery species (drums, snappers, and groupers). The intern position involves use of a variety of experimental techniques both in the lab and in the field. The lab work will include preparing fish otoliths for elemental fingerprinting to retroactively assess the nursery origin(s) of individual adult fishes. The fieldwork involves caging experiments to evaluate juvenile fish growth and survival, and surveying fish communities via trawling. For a full description of current projects, please contact jfodrie@disl.org.

Since the Coastal Biological Oceanography Laboratory is new (DOB = July 1, 2009), the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with the principal investigator and current graduate students on all projects. Additionally, the intern will have the chance to interact with researchers outside the Coastal Biological Oceanography Laboratory at IMS, as well as with researchers at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. IMS hosts weekly seminars by local or visiting researchers, which the intern will also have the opportunity to participate in during their stay. The ideal scenario, and therefore our goal, is that both the research and intern benefit from this experience.

Eligibility:

We prefer someone who has recently graduated with an undergraduate degree in biology, marine science or ecology, and plans to pursue a graduate degree in a related field. Undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in biology, marine science or ecology programs, who will not be attending classes during 2009-2010, are also welcome to apply.

Desirable qualifications include, but are not limited to:

(1) familiarity with aquatic ecosystems and boats,
(2) ability to work independently,
(3) valid driver’s license and clean driving record
(4) ability to work nights/weekends if needed, and travel to the northern Gulf of Mexico on at least 2 occasions during the fall of 2009 to conduct fieldwork.

More About the Coastal Biological Oceanography Laboratory:

We conduct research on fish and bivalve population ecology, with emphasis on: 1) connectivity of marine populations and ecosystems; 2) complex trophic interactions in marine communities; 3) ecosystem function in relation to habitat quality, availability and utilization; and 4) long-term community patterns. This involves a broad range of ecological/oceanographic concepts (e.g., recruitment processes and mechanisms, intraguild predation, restoration ecology). To date, research tools have included manipulative field experiments, intensive field surveys, GIS simulations, ROVs, stable isotope analyses, population projection matrix models and trace element fingerprinting. Research sites have ranged from the intertidal to depths of 4000 m, covering many of the habitats in between.

Instructions:

To apply, please send via e-mail to jfodrie@disl.org:

(1) a CV (education/GPA, relevant courses, research experience, relevant skills),
(2) a short (1-pg) statement of research/career interests, and
(3) two (2) reference letters sent directly from the referees via email.

Please direct any questions to the same email address.

PhD Scholarship in coastal marine science

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to undertake research in coastal soft sediments ecosystems that will lead to a PhD. Potential areas of interest include quantifying/modelling relationships between biodiversity and ecosystem function, benthic-pelagic coupling and benthic food webs. The successful candidate will have an MSc or BSc(Hons), ideally in marine ecology, biogeochemistry or mathematics. However, background is less important than a strong interest ecology and good quantitative/modelling skills. A key requirement is a willingness to undertake integrative research across a range of disciplines.

The research will form part of the NIWA (National Institute of Water & Atmospheric Research) led Coasts and Oceans OBI, a large multi-institutional programme involving marine scientists from throughout New Zealand. As part of this large programme the student will be very well supported, both in terms of access to equipment and mentoring. Scientists from NIWA and University of Waikato will jointly supervise the research. The University of Waikato has a long history of integrative coastal research and, combined with the internationally recognised investigations of soft-sediment processes undertaken by NIWA scientists, this scholarship represents an excellent opportunity.

The scholarship is open to students of any nationality and includes a competitive stipend plus fees for three years. The scholarship will remain open until filled and the start date is negotiable but we expect the successful candidate to have enrolled by October 2009.