Research Award For Postdoctoral Level in Urban Mobility Analysis at University of Oulu, Finland

Description
This program is specially purposed to analyze the rich mobility traces captured by Oulu’s city-wide WiFi, Bluetooth and traffic infrastructure to understand better city-scale movement and develop ubiquitous computing applications.The University of Oulu is an international research and innovation university engaged in multidisciplinary basic research and academic education. The University of Oulu is one of the largest universities in Finland with 16000 students and 3000 staff. The University encompasses eight fields of study: Humanities, Education, Economics and Business, Science, Medicine, Dentistry, Health Sciences, and Technology. The fields of information technology, biotechnology, northern and environmental issues have been defined as special research focus areas.

Benefits: The selected candidate will work within the Urban Interactions research program. Salary will be given in an amout of 3200-3600 euros per month (before tax) depending on the qualifications.

Eligibility
This position mainly requires a strong mathematical background, experience with hands-on development and programming, and familiarity with urban mobility analysis, machine learning, and ubiquitous computing. Understanding of statistics, database programming, and symbolic computation are a benefit. Knowledge of Matlab/R is a plus. You will be expected to develop an analysis system that captures, infers and models individual and group mobility patterns on a city scale.: Must hold a Doctoral degree in a relevant field.

Application Procedure
To apply yo need submit your CV and list of publications as a single pdf-file to the Registrar´s Office via e-mail. Please download the application form at the link below

Submission Deadline
October 1st, 2012

Website  Link
http://www.hallinto.oulu.fi/yhallint/kuulutus/ubi_post_doc_job.pdf

Omidyar Fellowship for Postdoctoral Program At Santa Fe Institute, USA

Description
The Omidyar Fellowship at the Santa Fe Institute is unique among postdoctoral appointments. The Institute has no formal programs or departments. Research is collaborative and spans the physical, natural, and social sciences. Most research is theoretical and/or computational in nature, although some research includes an empirical component. SFI averages 15 resident faculty, 95 external faculty, and 250 visitors per year.

This fellowship scholarship will offer Benefits as follow:

• transdisciplinary collaboration with leading researchers worldwide
• up to three years in residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico
• discretionary research and collaboration funds
• competitive salary and generous benefits
• a structured leadership training program
• unparalleled intellectual freedom

Eligibility

1. a Ph.D. in any discipline (or expected Ph.D. by September 2013)
2. strong computational and quantitative skills
3. an exemplary academic record
4. a proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively
5. a demonstrated interest in multidisciplinary research
6. evidence of the ability to think outside traditional paradigms
7. candidates from any country
8. candidates from any discipline
9. women and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply

Application Procedure
To apply this fellowship award you are required to provide the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae (including publications list).
• Statement of research interests (max. 2 pages) including a short description of the research you would like to pursue and why.
• Description of interest in SFI (max. 1 page) that describes your potential contribution to the SFI community and also explains the potential impact of SFI on your research. Consider addressing one or more of the following: What kind of input from other fields would most improve your future research? What type of multidisciplinary workshop might you want to organize during your Fellowship? What aspects of your present or future research are difficult to pursue in a traditional academic environment?
• Three letters of recommendation from scholars who know your work. (The letters should be sent independent of the application. When you complete the online application, please be prepared to provide e-mail addresses of the three individuals who will recommend you. SFI will contact them directly with instructions for submitting letters.)
• (Optional) A copy of one paper you have written in English, either published or unpublished.

Submission Deadline
1 November 2012

Website Link
http://www.santafe.edu/education/fellowships/omidyar-postdoctoral/

The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards Provided By Davidson Institute, USA

Description
The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships award to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work.

Application categories are Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy and Outside the Box. Davidson Fellows are honored every year in Washington, D.C. with Congressional meetings and a special reception.

Eligibility

• Be 18 or younger as of October 4, 2013.
• Be a U.S. citizen residing in the United States, or a Permanent Resident of the United States residing in the United States, or be stationed overseas due to active U. S. military duty.
• There is no minimum age for eligibility.
• The Davidson Institute is looking for students whose projects are at, or close to, the college graduate level with a depth of knowledge in their particular area of study. This scholarship is not geared toward students at the novice level. See Project Criteria.

Application Procedure
Scholarship application guideline can be seen at the official site, Please visit the site below.

Submission Deadline
Davidson Fellows application material submission link can be accessed in November 2012.

Website Link
http://www.davidsongifted.org/fellows/

Kaplan International Colleges Scholarhip Awards For Nigerian Applicants, UK

Description
Kaplan International Colleges provide a year of foundation study to prepare international students for entry to some of the UK’s top universities.  One of KIC’s successful students is Chineze Agbu from Lagos, who has completed her Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering at Sheffield International College and has achieved a Progression Scholarship to study Mechanical Engineering at The University of Sheffield in September.

The scholarship winner will recieve a total of £150,000.00. GBP 500 (£500) will be awarded for every A grade and GBP 300 (£300) for every B grade a student earns to a maximum number of 6 subjects.

Eligibility
The scholarship awards will be awarded to high-achieving Nigerian students accepted to study at Sheffield International College or Glasgow International College.

Application Procedure
Please visit the link below to find further information this scholarship.

Submission Deadline
There are several deadline. Please contact the scholarship provider.

Website Link
http://www.kic.org.uk/pathways/news/merit-scholarships-011

Grant Scholarship - Industrial Postgraduate Scholarships Program, Canada

Description
Industrial Postgraduate Scholarships (IPS) provide financial support for highly qualified science and engineering graduates. The support allows them to gain research experience in industry while undertaking advanced studies in Canada. These scholarship awards are aimed at encouraging scholars to consider research careers in industry where they will be able to contribute to strengthening Canadian innovation.

$15,000 per year for up to three years plus a minimum contribution from the sponsoring organization of $6,000 per year. NSERC/FQRNT Industrial Innovation Scholarships Program for students enrolled in universities in the province of Quebec only

Eligibility

• be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Applications will also be accepted from qualified foreign candidates;
• hold, or expect to hold (at the time you take up the award), a degree in science or engineering from a university whose standing is acceptable to NSERC (If you have a degree in a field other than science or engineering, NSERC may accept your application at its discretion.);
• have certification from the Dean of Graduate Studies showing that, over the last two completed years of study, you had a first-class academic standing (a grade of "A-") (See the Note below for more details.); and
• be pursuing full- or part-time graduate studies in the natural sciences or engineering at an eligible Canadian university in accordance with the regulations in effect at the university.

Application Procedure
Contact the Office of Graduate Studies at your university. It is responsible for submitting nominations to NSERC. Further information of the scholarship award and the scholarship application can be found at the link below.

Submission Deadline
No deadline

Website Link
http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/PG-CS/IPS-BESII_eng.asp

(Grant Scholarship) Undergraduate Scholarship For Teacher In Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), USA

Description
The AFCEA Educational Foundation is offering 50 grant scholarships of $5,000 each to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree, graduate degree or credential/licensure for the purpose of teaching STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) subjects at a U.S. middle or secondary school.  The scholarships are made possible by generous contributions from Booz Allen Hamilton, Terremark Worldwide, AFCEA International and several of AFCEA’s regional chapters. 

In addition to the $5,000 scholarship, each graduating AFCEA STEM Scholar can receive a $1,000 AFCEA STEM Teaching Tools grant each year for three years if the recipient continues teaching a STEM subject.  These grants can be used to fund hardware and software, other classroom tools, field trips, STEM-focused clubs and other activities.

Eligibility
To be eligible for this Scholarship Award, students must be U.S. citizens with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent). Undergraduate candidates must be attending an accredited U.S. college or university on-campus and majoring in secondary education or a STEM field for the purpose of teaching STEM subjects in a U.S. middle or secondary school. Undergraduate applications will be accepted from current sophomores, juniors, and seniors.  Graduate-level candidates must be currently enrolled in at least two semester-equivalent classes at an accredited U.S. college or university.  Credential and licensure students must have completed a bachelor’s degree in a STEM major.

Application Procedure
The detail information of this scholarship can be seen at the web link below.

Submission Deadline
August 10, 2012

Website Link
http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/undergraduate/TeachersScholarship.asp

$55,000 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATESHIP PROGRAM STIPENDS Provided by U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, USA

Description
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology directorate is seeking applications for up to 10 Postdoctoral Associates to conduct mission-focused research at DHS-affiliated venues including DHS Centers of Excellence, DHS laboratories, and homeland security activities at Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratories.

The DHS Postdoctoral Associateship program is designed to provide support to doctoral scientists and engineers of unusual promise or proven achievement who will be given an opportunity to conduct research on challenges which are part of the mission of DHS. Postdoctoral Associateship awards will be made to doctoral level scientists and engineers, within five years of their doctorate, in nationally competitive evaluations held four times each year.

Application Procedure
Your application must be submitted before the following deadline: February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1.
The application link can be found at: www.DHS.gov/universityprograms.

Website Link
www.DHS.gov/universityprograms

Washington State Oportunity Scholarship, USA

Description
The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship helps low- and middle-income Washington State residents earn first bachelor’s degrees in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) and health care. Three thousand students will be selected and awards will be made for the 2012-13 academic year, These scholarships are $1,000 per year which will be renewable for up to five years for entering college freshmen.

Eligibility

• High school seniors through college seniors who plan to attend colleges and universities in Washington State for the entire 2012-13 academic year
• High school seniors through college seniors who plan to attend colleges and universities in Washington State for the entire 2012-13 academic year
• have a 2.75 GPA or higher
• have completed a 2012-2013 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to submit an application.

Application Procedure
The followings are you needed to apply

1. A copy of your completed 2012-13 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or your Student Aid Report (SAR). Questions in the application will reference specific line items from the FAFSA. You should have been emailed a copy of your SAR 3-5 days after completing the FAFSA. If you did not receive an email, you will need to log into the FAFSA website to obtain a copy of your SAR. If you have questions, contact the Federal Aid Information Center.
2. Your most recent cumulative GPA. You may want to access your most recent academic transcript, including fall 2011 if you were enrolled, as you will be asked to provide your cumulative GPA with two decimals. Please note if selected you will be asked to submit verification of your GPA.
3. A valid email address that you check regularly. All correspondence from the Opportunity Scholarship program will be communicated by email, so it is important to have a valid email address when you start the application.

Submission Deadline
5 PM on Monday, April 16, 2012.

Website Link
http://www.waopportunityscholarship.org/page.aspx?pid=992

Sasol Bursary Scheme For Post Graduate Students From South Africa, South Africa

Description
Sasol Bursary Scheme is a talent based scheme, as a result, only applicants who meet the minimum criteria will be invited to a selection interview. It is a comprehensive package that covers both financial as well as developmental support throughout the study period. All applications are done electronically, not only to speed up the selection process but also to ensure fairness and electronic tracking of applications received within a particular period. For more information on how to qualify please read further.

Eligibility

• A minimum of a Level 4 for English First Language or a Level 5 for English Second Language in Grade 11. (The majority of academic textbooks used at university are imported from overseas and are thus published in English).
• A minimum of a level 7 for Mathematics and level 6 in Physical Science in Grade 11 if you are applying for a bursary in one of the engineering.
• A minimum of a level 6 for Mathematics and level 5 in Physical Science if applying for a bursary in engineering Science.
• A minimum of a level 5 in Mathematics if you aaplying for B com Degrees, except for B com Accounting where Mathematics has to be a minimum of level 6
• Applications must be for full time studies towards an academic degree at an accredited South African university. No bursaries are awarded for studies at a university of technology or college.
• Applicants must be South African citizens with a valid ID number.
• All applicants invited to attend an interview must be willing to undergo psychometric testing.

Application Procedure
The scholarship should be applied online. Please go to the website link to apply.

Submission Deadline
29 February 2012

Website Link
http://www.sasolbursaries.com/sasol_internet/frontend/bursary/