Postdoctoral Positions in Robotics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

At least two postdoctoral research positions are available in the Distributed Robotics Laboratory at CSAIL, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge MA USA. The PI is Prof. Daniela Rus. See URL: groups.csail.mit.edu/drl

Each appointment duration is 12 months, with a possible extension of another 12 months.

Position 1
The research will be focused on designing small soft robots capable of locomotion and internal deformation, in order to squeeze through holes narrower than the robot body. The research will investigate the role of new materials and non- traditional actuation in designing and controlling such machines. The research will also investigate control and planning algorithms for this type of system. This project is a collaboration between MIT, Harvard, and iRobot. For this position we are looking for applicants with robotics background. Applicants with chemical engineering background can also be a good fit. We are looking for candidates with knowledge of mechanism design and control, demonstrated creativity, and experience with building robots.

Position 2
The research will be focused on decentralized control of multi-robot systems. We are looking for creative candidates with strong background in control theory, estimation theory, and experience with implementing algorithms on hardware platforms. Some knowledge of computer networking is also desirable.

Applications
Applicants for both positions should hold a PhD in a robotics-related discipline. Interested applicants should send a CV (with a brief research statement) and a list of references by email to Rebecca Yadegar ryadegar@csail.mit.edu This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Master and PhD Degree Scholarship by USAID

Master and PhD Degree Scholarship by USAID

USAID through the Human and Institutional Capacity Development (HICD) program working in Collaboration with the Academy for Educational Development (AED), opens the opportunity for talented Indonesians to study for Master`s and PhD degrees in the US. The programs are FULLY FUNDED by USAID. The programs offered are:
1. Master`s Degree in Education and Human Development
2. Master`s Degree in Public Health
3. Master`s Degree in Environment Studies
4. Bachelor`s, Master`s or PhD Degrees in Economics
5. Master`s Degree in Public Affairs/Public Policy/Political Science/Public Administration/ Non-Profit Management or related fields.

General requirements:
- Relevant work experience and commitment to Indonesian development
- At least 5 pre-retirement years after completion of study
- Indonesian citizen
- Complete the application forms and attach CV, copy of ID card and one-page essay
- Attach a nomination letter from current institution of employment
- Attach 3 recommendation letters from persons other than the person who provided the nomination letter
- Attach the result of English Test Score (ITP TOEFL OR IELTS)

This is an equal opportunity scholarship. Women are encouraged to apply. Geographical coverage will be considered.

For more information and to get application forms, please send your request to info@aed.or. id or visit www.aed.or.id to download the application forms. Completed application forms together with required documents must be received at the AED address below no later than 1 January 2010.

Academy for Educational Development (AED)
Wisma Nugra Santana, 16th Floor, Suite 1616, Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Kav 7-8, Jakarta 10220

Beasiswa Scholarships : POSTDOC position in electron microscopy in BERLIN

Beasiswa Scholarships : The Microstructure Group offers a

Post-doc position in Catalysis
for 2 years with possibility of extension.

The research project is focused on the catalytic conversion of biomass to olefins.

We offer:

* access to state-of-the-art equipment for various characterization techniques
* exposure to new techniques to develop your professional skills
* an independent working environment
* an international atmosphere in beautiful surroundings in one of the most dynamic cities in the world


The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in chemistry. At least one year post-doc experience and a solid background in catalysis, in particular liquid phase (batch reactor, GC, HPLC), is a prerequisite. Applications of handicapped persons are preferred when the qualification is equal.

Please send your application to:

Dr. Dangsheng Su
Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society
Faradayweg 4-6
D-14195 Berlin (Germany)
Email: dangsheng@fhi-berlin.mpg.de
Tel. +49 (0)30 8413 5406

The Microstructure Group offers a position for a

Project Leader for Electron Microscopy
The position is temporary with the option to an extension of 5 years.

The research group is equipped with two SEMs, three TEMs (among them an aberration-corrected TEM (Titan)) with EELS/EDS/HADDF facilities, and various equipments for sample preparation. The project leader is responsible for original research on SEM/TEM, for the coordination of TEM/SEM-related project and for the active participation on nanostructured materials investigation of catalysis/energy-storage application. We offer the possibility to perform independent research projects outside the nanostructure project. Women are encouraged to apply. Applications of handicapped persons are preferred when the qualification is equal.

We offer:

* access to state-of-the-art equipment for various characterization techniques
* exposure to new techniques to develop your professional skills
* an independent working environment
* an international atmosphere in beautiful surroundings in one of the most dynamic cities in the world

The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in physics, chemistry or materials science. Solid background in electron microscopy with at least two years post-doc experience in the TEM area is a prerequisite. Women are encouraged to apply. Applications of handicapped persons are preferred when the qualification is equal.
Please send your application to:

Dr. Dangsheng Su
Abteilung Anorganische Chemie
Fritz-Haber-Institut der Max-Planck-Gesellschaft
Faradayweg 4-6
D - 14195 Berlin
Email: dangsheng@fhi-berlin.mpg.de
Tel. (030) 8413 5406

Beasiswa Scholarships : MSc Scholarships in Geospatial Technologies

Beasiswa Scholarships : With the support of the North-Rhine-Westphalian Ministry for Innovation, Science, Research and Technology (MIWFT), the Institute for Geoinformatics offers
* Five scholarships for the MSc program in Geoinformatics (4 semesters, start October 1, 2009)
* Two partial scholarships for the MSc program in Geospatial Technologies (3 semesters, start September 4, 2009) for nationals of the following countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China (P.R.), Costa Rica, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Uruguay.

The scholarships include
* Tuition waiver for all semesters
* Scholarship: 850 € per month (not for the first semester in Spain or Portugal (September 4, 2009 – February 28, 2010) in the MSc in Geospatial Technologies)

* Support health insurance: 70 € per month (not for the first semester in Spain or Portugal (September 4, 2009 – February 28, 2010) in the MSc in Geospatial Technologies)
* Support travel costs according to real costs: up to 1.000 € for a flight to/from Europe before starting/after finishing the program and up to 1.000 € for one home flight to/from Europe in between. Application deadline: July 31, 2009

Links:
* Further information: http://ifgi.uni-muenster.de/scholarships
* Flyer scholarship MSc Geospatial Technologies: http://ifgi.uni-muenster.de/images/documents/flyer_miwft_mundus.pdf
* Flyer scholarship MSc Geoinformatics: http://ifgi.uni-muenster.de/images/documents/flyer_miwft_geoinformatics.pdf Dr. Christoph Brox, broxc@uni-muenster.de

Dr. Christoph Brox
Institute for Geoinformatics (ifgi)
University of Muenster
Weseler Strasse 253
D-48151 Münster
Phone: +49 (0)251 8334721
Fax: +49 (0)251 8339763
http://ifgi.uni-muenster.de/ Contact:

Beasiswa Scholarships : The Norwegian Quota Scheme 2010

Beasiswa Scholarships : The Quota Scheme
http://www.uio.no/english/academics/admission/quota

The Norwegian Quota Scheme is a funding scheme offered by the Norwegian Government to students from developing countries, Central and Eastern Europe, and former Soviet states for studies at institutions of higher education in Norway. This funding scheme aims at offering specially designed, research-based Master's Degrees taught in English. The Quota Scheme also offers funding for Ph.D.-programmes and a one-year course in advanced Norwegian Language. Quota Scheme applicants should come from universities/institutions with formal cooperation agreements with the University of Oslo.

Who May Apply?

Applicants for admission under the Quota Scheme must fulfill certain criteria in order to be considered for admission. Admission is limited and therefore extremely competitive.

Nationality

Only applicants from countries included in the list of countries eligible for Quota Scheme funding will be considered http://www.uio.no/english/academics/admission/quota/countries.html . Please note that applicants who live in another country than their country of citizenship, either temporary or permanently, cannot apply. It is a condition that the applicant applies for admission to the quota scheme from his or her home country, and can substantiate that he or she has been in the home country for at least one year prior to admission into the programme. Applicants from an eligible country, who are residing in another country on the list, may in some cases be considered. Quota Scheme students are expected to return home on completion of their studies in Norway.

Institutional Cooperation

Applicants should come from institutions with which the University of Oslo has a cooperation agreement. Potential applicants should check with their home institution to determine whether they have a cooperation agreement with the University of Oslo.

Women

Women are encouraged to apply. The University of Oslo gives priority to female applicants under the Quota Scheme.

Courses Offered

The Quota Scheme at the University of Oslo offers specially designed, English-taught Master's Degrees and a one-year programme in advanced Norwegian language studies. The Quota Scheme also offers funding to Doctoral Programme students.

Master's Degrees
Doctoral Programmes
1-year programme in Advanced Norwegian

Application deadline

1 November 2009: The deadline to submit the online 'Request for Application Form'.

1 December 2009: The Quota Application Deadline for the August 2010 enrolment.
This is also the deadline to submit all supporting documents. Late applications will not be considered.

Funding

The Quota Scheme is a scholarship programme, but the funding is given as part loan/part grant. Students receive money from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund. After completing the programme and providing documentary evidence of return to his/her home country, the student's outstanding loan is converted to scholarship. If residence is taken in Norway within ten years after termination of studies, the scholarship is converted back to a loan and must be repaid.

For further information regarding rules and regulations set by the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund, please see Financial Aid and Remission of Debt for Citizens from Developing countries and countries in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia (quota scheme) 2009-20010

Criteria for application

Required Educational Background

The Quota Scheme is aimed at postgraduate students. Applicants must fulfil the basic entrance requirements for matriculation at a Norwegian institution of higher education. In addition to the basic entrance requirements, applicants for the Quota Scheme must provide documentary evidence of the following:

For Master's Degree programmes, the minimum requirement is three (3) years of study at university level, i.e. minimum Bachelor's Degree level (or equivalent).
For doctoral programmes, applicants must have a minimum of five (5) years of university-level studies in their chosen subject. For further information, click here.
For the one-year advanced Norwegian language programme, the minimum requirement is two (2) years of study at university level; however, applicants with a completed first degree will be given priority.

Grade requirement

Admission to these programmes is very competitive, and only applicants with excellent grades will be considered (minimum B+/ Upper second/GPA 3.3).

Proficiency in English

Documentation of English language skills is required for admission to any of the programmes offered under the Quota Scheme.

TOEFL minimum score 550 (paper-based) / 213 (computer-based) / 80 (iBT)
IELTS minimum band 6.0 academic test.

For more information regarding the English language requirement, see page about English Proficiency Requirements. All applicants must have their English test results sent directly to the University of Oslo from TOEFL or IELTS.

Subject knowledge

Applicants must have completed prior university studies in the subject of the programme to which they are applying. Please note that some of the Master's Degree programmes have additional admission criteria. For further information go to the website of the specific Master programme.

Transcripts

We strongly advise all applicants to order their academic transcripts and diplomas to be send directly from their home university to the University of Oslo.

How to Apply

Master's Degree applicants address their Quota application directly to the International Education Office at the University of Oslo.
Doctoral programme applicants must in addition send in their research proposal and application for admission to doctoral studies to the relevant faculty.

Due to the large number of Quota applicants to a limited number of Quota scholarships available, potential applicants must submit the online 'Request for Application Form' before they can receive the formal application form. The 'Requests for Application Forms' will be processed by the International Education Office and only applicants that fulfil all the formal Quota requirements will receive the application form. The deadline for submitting the online 'Request for Application Form' is 1 November, in order for the students to have sufficient time to submit the Quota Scheme application and the required documents before the 1 December application deadline. This is also the deadline for all supporting documents. Late applications will not be considered.

You may now access the Request for Application Form https://nettskjema.uio.no/answer.html?fid=27447〈=en
We will attend to your Request Form as soon as possible, and you will receive a reply within 10 days.

Notification

Final notification of admission will be made by end of April 2010 for Master's Degree applicants and by end of May 2010 for Doctoral degree applicants.

If you want more information about the Quota Scheme, you can download the Prospectus 2010-2011 in pdf-format. This requires that you have (or download) Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Student life For information about student life and various services offered by the University of Oslo, visit our Student Life pages.

Frequently Asked Questions If you have further questions about the Quota Scheme, please take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions.

Contact information

The Quota Scheme
University of Oslo
International Education Office
P.O. Box 1081 Blindern
N-0317 Oslo
Norway

international@admin.uio.no For quicker reply, please write "Quota Scheme" in the subject line.

Please note that we receive many e-mail and therefore it may take a few days before you get a reply.

http://www.uio.no/english/academics/admission/quota

Beasiswa Scholarships : KT&G Foundation Scholarships 2010 for Master Degree

Beasiswa Scholarships : Application Deadline: November 30, 2009

Yonsei University. KT&G Fellowship at GSIS, for Turkish, Iranian, Russian, Kazakhstani, Indonesian, Yonsei 2010

The KT&G Foundation offers scholarships to the Turkish, Iranian, Russian, Kazakhstani, Indonesian students who seek a master’s degree at the Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) of Yonsei University:

Eligibility and Conditions
1. Degree: A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree.
2. Age : No limit
3. Health: Applicants must be in both sound physical and mental health.
4. English Language Proficiency: Applicants must possess strong English language

proficiency (Recommended score of TOEFL CBT 237 (IBT 93/PBT 580), IELTS 6.5 or above).
5. Arrival in Korea: Scholarship recipients must arrive in Korea by February 23, 2010 and must attend the new student orientation program on February 24, 2010 at Yonsei GSIS.
6. Application Period: All necessary documents must be submitted to the Yonsei GSIS office between September 1, 2009 ~ November 30, 2009. All original documents should arrive at the GSIS office by this date.

Application address:
Yun Jeong Choi
Graduate School of International Studies
Yonsei University
New Millennium Hall 510
134 Sinchon-dong Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 120-749
Republic of Korea
http://gsis.yonsei.ac.kr

Terms of Fellowship
The scholarship covers a maximum of 24 months (2 years), from March 2010 to February 2012. Students must maintain a GPA of at least 3.0/ 4.3 every semester to maintain fellowship eligibility.

Scholarship Details
1. Tuition fee: The KT&G Foundation will provide tuition fee for Spring 2010 through Fall 2011 (up to 4 semesters).
2. Stipend: The KT&G Foundation will provide a monthly stipend of KRW 1,000,000(= USD 892) for up to 24 months.

Obligations
1. Participation in a field trip, a roundtable conference prepared by the Foundation
2. Participation in events and activities upon request from the school or the foundation
3. Submission of a report on your life in Korea two months prior to your graduation and a copy of your Master’s thesis
4. KT&G Fellowship recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.3 scale in order to retain their scholarship. If they fail in this requirement at any time, their scholarship will be cancelled and they will be ineligible to receive it again in further semesters.
5. If a KT&G Fellowship recipient decides to withdraw from their program of study they must pay the KT&G Foundation the full amount of the scholarship received up to the time of withdrawal.

Required Documents
1. For all documents concerning admission, please refer to the GSIS website: http://gsis.yonsei.ac.kr.
2. KT&G Fellowship at Yonsei GSIS Application Form
3. A Letter of Recommendation from the Dean or an equivalent official at the student’s institution with an approved signature of the Rector/President of the Home Institution

Beasiswa Scholarships : Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship - 2010 Intake

Beasiswa Scholarships : Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship – 2010 Intake

The Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship is a means to groom Indonesia’s future business leaders. Sampoerna Foundation provides one (1) scholarship to pursue a Master’s of Business Administration degree at leading university overseas. Upon completing the program, the scholarship recipient is required to return to Indonesia and endeavor to transfer his/ her knowledge to his/ her fellow citizens.

Application deadline is February 1, 2010

Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship consists of the following options:

1.Sampoerna Foundation MBA in the USA

2.Australian Education International – Sampoerna Foundation MBA in Australia

3.Ambassade de France en Indonésie – Sampoerna Foundation MBA in France

4.British Council – Sampoerna Foundation MBA in the UK

5.Singapore Education – Sampoerna Foundation MBA in Singapore


Basic Requirements:

· Indonesian citizen who is under 35 years of age when lodging the application;

· Hold a local Bachelor’s degree from any discipline with a minimum GPA of 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale);

· Have a minimum of 2 year full-time professional work experience after the completion of the undergraduate degree;

· Currently did not enroll in graduate or post-graduate program, or obtained a Master’s degree or equivalent;

· Did not graduate from an overseas tertiary institutions, unless was on a full scholarship;

· Do not receive other equivalent award or scholarship offering similar or other benefits at the time of the award;

· Has applied to the university(ies) that are recommended by Sampoerna Foundation for the academic year 2010/2011 by the closing date of this scholarship application (February 1, 2010);

· Submit the result of TOEFL/ IELTS and GMAT with the minimum score as required by the chosen university;

· Have motivation to return to Indonesia and work in Indonesia upon completion of the MBA program.


What is Covered?

The scholarship covers the following:

· GMAT and TOEFL/ IELTS reimbursement, one time only, based on original invoice;

· University application fee, for up to two (2) universities;

· Student visa application fee;

· Return airfares from Jakarta to the place of study;

· Tuition fees, for the duration of study;

· Living allowance, to support living costs during period of study;

· Literature allowance, to purchase textbooks required for study.


List of Universities:

Sampoerna Foundation MBA in the USA Scholarship

1. Harvard University - Boston, MA

2. Stanford University - Stanford, CA

3. Northwestern University (Kellogg) - Evanston, IL

3. University of Pennsylvania (Wharton) - Philadelphia, PA

5. Massachusetts Institut of Technology (Wharton) - Cambridge, MA

5. University of Chicago (Booth) - Chicago, IL

7. University of California-Berkeley (Haas) - Berkeley, CA

9. Columbia University - New York, NY

10. Yale University - New Haven, CT

* Reference: USNews: America’s Best Graduate Schools 2009 (www.usnews.com)



Australian Education International – Sampoerna Foundation MBA in Australia Scholarship

1. Australian Graduate School of Management
2. Melbourne Business School

* Reference: Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2009

Ambassade de France en Indonésie – Sampoerna Foundation MBA in France Scholarship



1. INSEAD

* Reference: Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2009



British Council – Sampoerna Foundation MBA in the UK Scholarship



1. London Business School
2. University of Cambridge (Judge)
3. University of Oxford (Said)

* Reference: Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2009



Singapore Education – Sampoerna Foundation MBA in Singapore Scholarship



1. National University of Singapore

2. Nanyang Technological University

* Reference: Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2009



Prospective applicants should directly contact the universities to find out about the admission process and requirements for enrolment. Applicants’ inquiries about the scholarship (requirements, conditions, coverage, etc) should be directed to Sampoerna Foundation.



How to Apply?



Download the application package (application form and reference form) at www.sampoernafoundation.org.



The completed application package should be submitted by the deadline (February 1, 2010) to Sampoerna Foundation office:

Sampoerna School of Education

Jl. Kapten Tendean No.88C, 5th Floor

Jakarta Selatan 12710, Indonesia



When submitting the application package, please write the name of the scholarship program at the top right corner of the envelope.





Further Information.



Before applying, the applicants must read and understand the terms and conditions of the scholarship, including our policy about Alumni Contribution Scheme. For further explanation, please visit our website at www.sampoernafoundation.org, e-mail us at ella.cecilia@sampoernafoundation.org, or call us at 021-5772340 ext.7153.





Regards,



Ella Cecillia

Program Department - Sampoerna Foundation

Sampoerna Strategic Square, North Tower, 27th Floor

Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav.45, Jakarta 12930

Phone: 62 21 5772340 ext. 7153/ Fax. 62 21 5772341

Website: www.sampoernafoundation.org