Feb 19, 2010

Post-doctoral Research Positions in Healthcare Management

The newly established Collaboration in Healthcare Managemenat Ulm University in Germany invites applications for:

Two Full-Time Post-doctoral Research Positions in Healthcare Management
(or as part-time research/PhD positions for Master’s degree holders)*

Ulm University, a leading medical and natural sciences university in Germany, is seeking two post-doctoral candidates for the newly established collaboration in Healthcare Management. This concentration brings together the medical and the business school at Ulm University to develop expertise in healthcare management. The candidates will work directly for the newly appointed professor of healthcare management and controlling at Ulm University and contribute to developing the teaching and research program. Candidates will participate in domestic and international collaborations with leading academic and medical institutions. Ideal candidates will possess academic or practical healthcare management experience and an understanding of the healthcare market, but need not come from a healthcare background. Candidates can expect the position to open doors for healthcare administration in Europe and the U.S.

To apply: Please send CV, cover letter, a brief synopsis of a research project previously conducted (or up to three selected publications) and up to 3 letters of reference to Prof. Dr. Katharina Janus latest until March 11, 2010.

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*Non-PhD holders:

Candidates without a PhD have the option to complete a PhD at Ulm University while working part-time in the described positions. The professor of health management and controlling will act as the PhD candidate’s academic supervisor. To enroll in the PhD, candidates need to hold a Master’s Degree in a related field and propose an adequate research topic to the academic supervisor.

Feb 18, 2010

PhD Studentship Available in Scanning Probe Microscopy of Biomolecular Surfaces - Dublin, Ireland

Investigating Electrostatic Interactions in Biomolecular Systems at the Nanoscale

Nanoscale characterization of electric charge and electric surface potentials in biomolecular systems is critical for understanding biomolecular interactions. Changes in surface potential dictate cellular-membrane transport and thus provide a crucial pathway for cells to interact with their environment. This project will focus on investigating electrostatic interactions at biological surfaces using a scanning probe approach. Mapping electrostatic interactions in biological systems may provide a pathway to understand the role of charge in biological processes.

This interdisciplinary project will provide training in advanced ambient and liquid, structural and functional imaging using an atomic force microscope (AFM) and in biological sample preparation. The successful applicant will be involved in the further development of advanced scanning probe techniques and novel shielded AFM probes and is expected to develop and publish their work and to present their work at national and international conferences. He/She will have access to state of the art AFMs, and will be expected to work closely with the Nanoscale Function Group of Prof. Suzi Jarvis. Travel opportunities to interact with collaborating researchers and industrial partners are also envisaged.

Funding is available for up to 4 years and includes a stipend of €15k per annum, plus EUfees.Location: UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research, Dublin, Ireland

Qualification: Candidates should have or expect to obtain a first or upper second BSc (or equivalent) or MSc in Physics, Materials Science, Biology, or a related area.

Funding is restricted to EU applicants only.

More information: http://www.nanopaprika.eu/profiles/blogs/phd-studentship-available-in