IMPRS PhD Positions for Own Proposal Elaboration in Germany, 2015

IMPRS for Organismal Biology

It is offered by The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for two fully funded PhD Positions funded by DAAD stipends. Applicants will work on the research project within the area of Organismal Biology. It open for international researchers but developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply. To be eligible, applicants should hold a MSc or equivalent degree in biology or a related discipline at the point of enrollment. Deadline of the application is January 15, 2015.

Study Subject(s):

PhD positions are open for own proposal elaboration within Organismal Biology.

Course Level:

This position is for pursuing PhD degree level at the International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS).

Scholarship Provider: DAAD

Scholarship can be taken at:

The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS), Germany.

 Eligibility:

-Applicants should hold a MSc or equivalent degree in biology or a related discipline at the point of enrollment. The candidates have to be non-German citizens and not living in Germany for more than 15 months prior to application, and are not allowed to have finished their MSc or Diploma more than 6 years ago. Students from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply. A maximum of 3 months of study period abroad per year (and a total of 9 months abroad) can be funded.

-Candidates can apply for various IMPRS positions at the same time, however, they cannot use the DAAD stipend for a project previously outlined by an IMPRS faculty member. The project proposal (as accepted by the prospective supervisor) has to be submitted together with all other application documents.

Scholarship Open for International Students:

International applicants can apply for these PhD positions. (Except German citizens)

 Scholarship Description:

IMPRS for Organismal BiologyThe International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for Organismal Biology  offers several fully-funded PhD positions.  The IMPRS is based in southern Germ any and is jointly organized by the  Max Planck Institute for  Ornithology in Seewiesen and Radolfzell and the University of Konstanz. Outstanding  students of  all nationalities with a deep commitment to basic research in Organismal Biology ar e invited to apply.  All students accepted to the program will be supported by stipends or contracts. The program offers a dedicated teaching program, high quality research experience, and outstanding research facilities in an inspiring research and living environment. The working language is English. Each PhD student receives individual supervision and mentoring and is guided in her/his research work by a PhD advisory committee.They are offering two open PhD positions funded by DAAD stipends. The positions are open (within the IMPRS) and not initially assigned to a specific project or a faculty member. Interested candidates are expected to apply with their own project ideas within the area of Organismal Biology, and to find matching faculty member(s) for their project proposal. It is the student’s choice what topic to study and with whom to conduct the study – given the agreement of an IMPRS faculty member as a mentor.

Number of award(s):

There are two PhD positions available.

What does it cover?

These are fully-funded PhD positions.

Notification:

Interviews with the applicants are scheduled for Mid-March.

How to Apply:

The mode of applying is online. Applicants can only apply via our three-tier electronical application process. Please do not send any other type of application by regular mail or email as they will be rejected. The application must be completed in English only. The online application produces your CV; therefore we do not require a separate CV from you. Besides the online application form, we need several documents from you. Documents that are not in English or German need to be translated. You need to upload all the required documents as one single pdf-file. Please give yourself enough time to submit your application and do not wait until the last moment as technical difficulties or other problems might occur. The Max Planck Society and the University of Konstanz are equal opportunity employers.

Scholarship Application Deadline:

The application deadline is January 15, 2015.

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National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation Disability Scholarships in India, 2014

Applications are invited for disability scholarships for students with disabilities. These scholarships are available for Indian students for studying technical courses from recognized institutions in India. Up to 2500 scholarships are available. Up to 30% scholarships will be reserved for girls, which will be transferable to male students in case of non-availability of female candidates. Books/Stationery allowance will be paid to students pursuing professional graduate courses @ Rs.6,000/ per annum and Rs.10,000/- per annum for pursuing Professional Post-Graduate Courses. The application deadline is 31st August 2014.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are available for studying technical courses from recognized institutions in India.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing degree and post graduate level.

Scholarship Provider: National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation (NHFDC)

Scholarship can be taken at: India

Eligibility: Scholarship Scheme (Trust Fund):

-Under this scheme, 2000 Scholarships will be awarded to eligible students with disabilities for degree and post graduate level professional and technical courses from recognized institutions in India.

-30% scholarships will be reserved for girls, which will be transferable to male students in case of non-availability of female candidates.

-Applicants may apply at any time in academic year for scholarship under this scheme. Scholarships will be awarded quarterly basis for the applications received in preceding quarter.

Scholarship Scheme (National Fund):

-Under this scheme, 500 Scholarships will be awarded to eligible students with disabilities for pursuing higher academic/professional or technical qualification.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students of India can apply for these disability scholarships.

Scholarship Description: National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation (NHFDC), for and on behalf of Department of Disability Affairs, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India, invites applications from Students with Disabilities for award of Scholarship under the following two Scholarship Schemes :- Scholarship Scheme (Trust Fund) and Scholarship Scheme (National Fund).

Number of award(s): Up to 2500 scholarships are available.

Scholarship Scheme (Trust Fund):- 2000 scholarships

Scholarship Scheme (National Fund):- 500 scholarships

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover?

Scholarship Scheme (Trust Fund):-

-Reimbursement of Non-Refundable fees restricted to the limit of fee of similar courses in Government/Government –aided institutions. Maintenance allowance will be paid to the students for 10 months @ Rs. 2500/ per month for Professional Graduate Courses and Rs.3000/- per month for Professional Post Graduate Courses in one academic year.

-Books/Stationery allowance will be paid to students pursuing Professional Graduate Courses @ Rs.6,000/ per annum and Rs.10,000/- per annum for pursuing Professional Post-Graduate Courses.

-Differently-abled students in addition will be provided financial assistance for purchase of aids & appliances (only once during life time).

-Monthly income of the beneficiary /parent or guardian should not be more than Rs.25,000/- (Rs. 3.00 Lakh p.a.) from all sources. Family income includes income of parent/guardian.

-A Scholarship holder under this scheme will not avail any other scholarship/ stipend for pursuing the course.

Scholarship Scheme (National Fund):-

-Scholarship of Rs.1000/-p.m. for hostelers and Rs.700/-p.m. for day scholars studying in professional courses at graduation and above level, and Rs.700/-p.m. for hostelers and Rs.400/-p.m. for day scholars pursuing Diploma/Certificate level professional courses. Course fee reimbursed up to ceiling of Rs.10,000/-per year.

-Financial assistance can be given for computer with editing software for blind/deaf graduate and post graduate students pursuing professional courses and for support access software for cerebral palsy students.

-Monthly income of the beneficiary/parent or guardian should not be more than Rs.15,000/ – (Rs. 1.80 Lakh p.a.) from all sources. Family income includes income of parent/guardian.

-Scholarship holder under this scheme will not concurrently hold any other scholarship/stipend.

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

Online Application: Applicants can apply online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st August 2014.

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Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for Future Fellowships, 2015-2016

Schlumberger Foundation is offering women fellowships to pursue PhD or postdoctoral studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines at leading universities abroad. Fellowships are awarded to female citizens of a developing country or emerging economy. Grants can be up to USD 50,000 per year for PhD courses and a maximum of USD 40,000 for Post-Doc programs. The application deadline for the year 2015–2016 Faculty for the Future Fellowships is November 14th, 2014.

Study Subject(s): Fellowships are awarded in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

Course Level: Fellowships are available to pursue PhD or postdoctoral studies at leading universities abroad.

Scholarship Provider: The Schlumberger Foundation

Scholarship can be taken at: Abroad

Eligibility: To be eligible to apply for this fellowship applicants must meet the following criteria:

You:

-are a female and are a citizen of a developing country or emerging economy. You are not eligible to apply if you hold dual citizenship of which one is citizenship of a developed country;

-are preparing for a PhD, or postdoctoral study in the physical sciences, engineering and related disciplines;

-are enrolled, admitted or have applied to a host university/research institute abroad (applications are no longer accepted where an individual has not yet applied to a university). If you are applying for a sandwich course the final degree must be awarded by the University abroad (not from the home country university);

-hold an excellent academic record;

-can demonstrate active participation in faculty life and outreach programs to encourage young women into the sciences;

-are willing to contribute to the socio-economic development of your home country and region by strengthening the faculties in your home universities, pursuing relevant research, or using your specific expertise to address public policy matters.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Women applicants of a developing country or emerging economy can apply for the fellowships.

Scholarship Description: 

The long-term goal of the program is to generate conditions that result in more women pursuing academic careers in STEM disciplines thus contributing to the socio-economic development of their home countries and regions. The program is growing each year and has become a community of 405 women scientists and technologists from 68 countries. Grant recipients are selected as much for their leadership capabilities as for their scientific talents. Ultimately they are expected to return to their home countries to continue their academic careers, to further their research, to teach and to become inspirational role models for other young women, especially in the STEM fields.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of Award(s): Grants are awarded on a one-year basis, and may be renewed through to completion of PhD or post-doc study subject to performance, outreach and collaboration initiatives, and recommendations from supervisors (preferably host and home universities respectively).

What does it cover? Faculty for the Future grants are based on actual costs for eligible expenses up to a maximum of USD 50,000 per year and may be renewed through to completion of studies subject to performance, self-evaluation, recommendation from supervisors and strong evidence of re-integration plans into the home country.

Selection Criteria:  Applicants are chosen via a rigorous selection process based on academic performance, outstanding references, research relevance, and commitment to teaching as well as the ability to be a change agent and inspire other young women into science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) pursuits.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: Applications are only accepted through the online system.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The Schlumberger Foundation is accepting new applications for the 2015–2016 Faculty for the Future Fellowships from September 10th to November 14th, 2014.

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