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Institut für Ethnologie der Universität zu Köln
Cologne, 24.8.2009

Sonderforschungsber eich/Collaborati ve Research Centre 806 "Our Way to Europe" Institute of Social and Cultural Anthropology, University of Cologne, Germany

PhD Position in Social and Cultural Anthropology
We offer a PhD position (salary scale E13/2) for three years (January 2010 – December 2012) as part of the sub-project "Anthropological Models for a Reconstruction of the First African Frontier" in the framework of the new Collaborative Research Centre (CRC)"Our way
to Europe". The CRC is funded by the German Research Foundation (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinsch aft, DFG) and is designed to capture the complex nature of chronology, regional structure, climatic, environmental and socio-cultural contexts of major intercontinental and transcontinental events of dispersal of Modern Man from Africa to
Europe.

The sub-project explores anthropological models of hunter-gatherer social dynamics and seeks to relate these models to the theoretical idea of a frontier, which means explaining forms of social organisation as the outcome of a condition of gradual expansion, and
conversely this expansion as the result of specific social dynamics.
Candidates should be prepared to carry out a one year period of field research with a marginalised mobile group (e.g. hunter-gatherers or former hunter-gatherers) in Sub- Saharan Africa. Further requirements are a Master's degree in Anthropology or a neighbouring discipline and marks above average. Experiences in fieldwork are of advantage. The successful candidate will have to reside within commuting distance of the University of Cologne in order to be able to participate in the structured PhD study program of the CRC.

Applications should include a CV, academic certificates, an abstract (or section) of the MA thesis, and two references. Applications are to be sent in both hard copy and digital forms until 15 October 2009 to the address below. Final selection will be made following interviews
in mid-November 2009. Applications of women with equivalent qualifications are strongly encouraged. Handicapped candidates with equivalent qualifications will be given preference.

Deadline: 15. October 2009

Address: Michael Bollig
Thomas Widlok
Institute für Ethnologie
Universität zu Köln
Albertus-Magnus- Platz
50923 Köln
Germany

Digital submission of applications and enquiries to

Thomas.Widlok@ mpi.nl
or Michael.Bollig@ uni-koeln. de

Further Information: www.ethnologie. uni-koeln. de
www.qsga.de/ research_ ourwaytoeurope. html

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Phd position in Biostatistics - topic of survival analysis - UCLouvain BE

Starting from September 2009, the Institute of Statistics of the Université catholique de Louvain, Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, has a vacancy for a PhD student in Biostatistics in the topic of Survival Analysis.

The position is meant to conduct research on frailty models and their application in analysis of data from clinical trials. Despite the fact that frailty models became probably the most popular model to analyse clustered survival data, very little work has been done on the choice of the frailty density. In this project, we would like to investigate further the type of dependence induced by various choices of frailty density, the impact of misspecification of this density, and aim to develop diagnostics and goodness-of- fit tests. This research has direct application to the analysis of data from multicenter survival clinical trials.

Description of the position

As a research assistant (up to 4 years' tax-free monthly grant of about 1500 Euros) the doctoral student's main activity is working on his/her thesis under the supervision of Prof. Catherine Legrand. Apart from conducting research that leads to journal publications and a PhD. thesis, the candidate is expected to follow the program of the Graduate School in Statistics and Actuarial Sciences and he/she can be involved on a small scale into some teaching activities of the IS.

Description of the working environment

The Institute of Statistics is a renowned research centre of high international reputation which offers a very stimulating working environment. It is equipped with modern computing facilities, a statistics library, a vivid visitors' programme and ample funding for scientific travel. At the IS there are about 15-20 doctoral students working under the supervision of about 10 professors, in a variety of fields of methodological and applied statistics, including biostatistics and actuarial sciences. They are integrated into the Graduate School in Statistics and Actuarial Sciences which offers them an up-to-date training in their field via regular seminar series, short courses and workshops, all in English and often given by international short and long-term visitors. A high percentage of the PhD students graduate from the IS and succeed in starting a promising career, be it in academia or industry.
The IS is part of a large international research network. It has numerous academic contacts, including those to neighbouring fields (medicine, agronomy, social science, economy, finance and engineering) as well as collaborations with industry. It is placed in the heart of a modern, vivid and international university campus, in close proximity of Brussels and its international airport, and in short travel distance to other European capitals.

Required qualifications

The ideal candidate should have a degree on the master level in (Bio)Statistics or in related field. This diploma must be obtained with at least distinction or an equivalent grade.
Beside good background in statistics and mathematics, the candidate should have an interest for applied statistics in clinical settings; good programming skills and experience in the use of statistical software such as SAS and/or R is a plus.
The candidate should be highly motivated, think analytically and creatively and have a good command of French and/or English.

To apply

Applications including a curriculum vitae, a letter of motivation and two letters of recommendation should be sent before November 1st 2009, to:
Prof. Catherine Legrand
Catherine.legrand@ uclouvain. be
Institut de Statistique - Université catholique de Louvain
20 Voie du Roman Pays
B-1348 Louvain-la-Neuve - Belgique

More information can be obtained from: Prof. Catherine Legrand
Email: catherine.legrand@ uclouvain. be , Phone: +32 (0)10 478798

Further information on the Institute of Statistics can be obtained from http://www.uclouvai n.be/en-stat. html .

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INTERNATIONAL YOUTH CONFERENCE 2009


“The Role of Youth to Establish Peace, Toward a Future World without Violent Radicalization”
Venue: Marbella Hotel, Banten, Indonesia
September 28 to October 1, 2009.



PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The International Youth Conference is a creative space for 150 talented youth from around countries in the world to share their experiences, thought, awareness and understanding on how to establish peace. This event will be organized by the State Ministry of Youth and Sport of Republic of Indonesia, National Commission of Indonesia to UNESCO of the Ministry of National Education in Collaboration with UNESCO Jakarta Office, Local Government of Banten and West Java Provinces. Theme: “The Role of Youth to Establish Peace, Toward a Future World without Violent Radicalization”

The conference would be held on September 28 to October 2, 2009, in Banten and Bandung West Java, Indonesia. The agendas of the Conference are Seminar, Working Group Discussion, Focus Group Discussion, Fieldtrip, etc.

PARTICIPANT INFORMATIONS

Total participants are expected about 150, aged 18-30 years old from around the world will be selected by the committee. The qualification : interested in peace issues, representative of youth organizations or institutions, have a good command in English to actively participate in discussion, and interested in youth development. The Registration of participants should have been received by the committee before September 11, 2009. (deadline). All participants are advised to submit the duly completed registration forms to the Secretariat by fax +62 (21) 5738150/52 and preferably by email no later than deadline time. Therefore, all detail of flight information should be received by September 17 2009. For registration form could be downloading at www.kemenegpora. or.id.

The committee will cover accommodation, meal, local transport and conference package. The participant should cover international airfare travel expenses and personal expenses: telephone call, telephone call to mobile phone, messages transmitted via telex or facsimile, laundry, other hotel services, etc.

For Accomodation : all participant will be accommodated in Marbela Hotel, Banten Province for 28-30 September 2009 and in Bandung Hotel, West Java Province on 1-2 October 2009.

All participant must register and obtain their identification passes at the Registration Counter. For identification and security purposes, all participants are requested to wear their identification passes at all times during the conference and including for fieldtrip and sightseeing.

TRANSPORTATION SERVICE

The committee will provide transportation from and to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the Hotel, as well as local transport during the conference.

Arrival/Departure

• Participants are requested to contact the Embassies of Indonesia in their respective countries on the visa requirements.

• Foreign participants for the conference can proceed to the Conference Counter at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, and for their transportation to the hotel will be greeted by a Liason Officer at the airport hall.

• Each participant is responsible for their own baggage collection upon arrival at the airport to the hotel.

• On departure, the participants will be escorted by LOs to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport of Jakarta.

MEDICAL SERVICES

The Organizer will make every effort to ensure all participants in good health during their stay in Banten and West Java. Hygienic food and clean water will be provided for all meals. Participants requiring special meals such as vegetarian food should inform the Organizer in advance. Food served during the program is halal food. Participants should bring their own medicine, if required, and inform the Organizer of any special medical needs. While general medical services will be provided by the Committee, it is strongly advised that participants make their own arrangements for medical insurance to cover dental, surgical and hospital expenses in case of accident or emergency situations.
LANGUAGE

English will be the working language of the Conference. No simultaneous interpretation will be provided.

DRESS CODE

Due to warm and humid weather in Bandung and Banten, participants are recommended to bring light clothing, shoes, and sun protection lotion. Participants are responsible for their own toiletries and personal health care items. Throughout the program, light and casual clothes are recommended.

ORGANIZERS AND SECRETARIAT

the State Ministry of Youth and Sport of Republic of Indonesia, National Commission of Indonesia to UNESCO of the Ministry of National Education in Collaboration with UNESCO Jakarta Office, Local Government of Banten and West Java Provinces. The Conference Secretariat is :

The State Ministry of Youth and Sports, The Republic of Indonesia
Committee of International Youth Conference 2009
Jl. Gerbang Pemuda No.3 Senayan Jakarta Indonesia 10270
Telephone and Fax : +62 (21) 5738150/52
Email: asdep31@gmail. com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Mr. Suyadi Prawiro
Telp : +6281392033265
Email : Email: nugwir@yahoo. com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Mr. Esa Sukmawijaya
Telp : +62 81250991133
Email : esajaya@gmail. com

more info:
http://www.indoyout hcenter.org/ en/events/ coming-events/ 110-internationa l-youth-conferen ce-2009.html

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Beasiswa Pendidikan

PENGUMUMAN BEASISWA PENDIDIKAN S1,S2 DAN S3 KEPADA SELURUH PERGURUAN TINGGI NEGARA UNTUK MAHASISWA BERPRESTASI KURANG MAMPU
KEMENTERIAN NEGARA BADAN USAHA MILIK NEGARA
PENGUMUMAN


Nomor : Peng-01/SAM. 2/MBU/2009 Dalam rangka pelaksanaan Program BUMN peduli tahun 2009, Kementerian Negara BUMN akan memberikan beasiswa pendidikan bagi putra-putri terbaik bangsa yang memenuhi syarat untuk menyelesaikan pendidikan jenjang S-1, S-2, dan S-3. Kementerian Negara BUMN membuka kesempatan kepada seluruh Perguruan tinggi Negara untuk mengajukan penawaran program beasiswa dengan ketentuan antara lain:

Beasiswa diperuntukan bagi mahasiswa berprestasi yang kurang mampu dan tidak sedang menerima beasiswa dari instansi lain.
Proposal penawaran sekurang-kurangnya memuat:

Surat penawaran resmi ditandatangani oleh rektor atau pejabat yang mewakili
Kebutuhan biaya per mahasiswa.

data Lengkap mengenai mahasiswa calon penerima beasiswa/Perguruan Tinggi dimana yang bersangkutan sedang kuliah.

Seluruh Keputusan akhir tentang pemberian beasiswa ini tidak dapat diganggu-gugat. Proposal penawaran diterima selambat-lambatnya tanggal 28 September 2009 (Cap Pos tercatat) atau melalui website Kementerian Negara BUMN dan disampaikan kepada: Plt. Staf Ahli Menteri Negara BUMN Bidang Kemitraan Usaha Kecil Gedung Kementerian Negara BUMN Lt..6 Jl. Medan Merdeka Selatan Nomor 13 Jakarta, 10110.

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PhD Studentships in IT, Univ. of Ballarat, Australia

PhD Studentships

Internet Commerce Security Laboratory (ICSL)
Graduate School of Information Technology & Mathematical Sciences
Ballarat, Victoria, Australia

The University of Ballarat is offering a unique opportunity for students

Undertaking PhD studies in the area of Internet Commerce Security to receive up to A$120k over three years. You will work on real problems and

Data related to current fraud activity faced by many financial organisations in the world of internet commerce security.

The University of Ballarat, Westpac Banking Corporation and IBM have jointly established the Internet Commerce Security Laboratory (ICSL) to carry out research into eSecurity and cybercrime.

Current research themes include profiling of phishing e-mails and websites, profiling of malware, fraud detection, identity theft and recovery, and forensic imaging techniques.

To be successful in your application, you must have:
• A first class honours degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Law or Business/Commerce
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability and aptitude for both a research and commercial environment

You must be willing to:
• Successfully complete a PhD in this research area
• Be part of a motivated, dynamic and creative environment
• Apply your knowledge to critical real world problems
• Be ready for employment opportunities that will exist in this field

Scholarship: A$26,000 per annum (tax free). The Scholarship term is three years.

Laboratory: Applicants are also able to apply for additional optional funding of A$14,000 per annum (taxable) for Laboratory engagement.

Applicants are required to access the specific PhD application form from:

http://www.ballarat .edu.au/ard/ ubresearch/ hdrs/scholarship s/docs/ICS% 20PhD%20Applicat ion.doc

Applicants are requested to complete Sections A and B of the PhD Application Form and answer the Key Selection Criteria, and submit all documentation to the Research & Graduate Studies Office by 31 October 2009.

Please contact the Director of Postgraduate Research in the Graduate School of Information Technology and Mathematical Sciences, Dr Phil Smith p.smith@ballarat. edu.au, if you have any questions regarding these position.



jobs.ac.uk/jobs/TT002/PhD_Studentships

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