Scholarships Program for developing countries at Commission Universitaire pour le Développement Location: Belgium DL: February 2012

The Scholarships Program 2012-2013 is now availaible.
Overview of the 2012-2013 program.

Within the programme for international courses and training programmes, CIUF grants 150 scholarships for participation into the courses and 70 for participation into the training programmes.

You will find on this site a list of international courses and training programmes for which there is a possibility of scholarship and the modalities of introduction of an application file as well as the rules of selection. These rules define the conformity of the files and therefore are very important.

Practical information about Belgium is also available on this site.

PhD Position in Basic Medical Sciences at Ghent University, 2011, Belgium

2011 Doctorate position in the department of Basic Medical Sciences at Ghent University in Belgium-2011
Study Subject(s):Basic Medical Sciences
Course Level:PhD
Scholarship Provider: Ghent University
Scholarship can be taken at: Belgium
Eligibility:-Interested candidates should preferentially have a biological, biochemical or biomedical background (master degree) with grades.
-We look for a motivated and ambitious candidate with strong interests in fundamental pre-clinical studies.
-Interest in electrophysiological investigations is necessary.
-Genuine interest in the subject, research-driven motivation and dedication are necessary elements.
Scholarship Open for International Students: No

Scholarship Description: The project will be based on biophysical approaches including single channel recordings in isolated ventricular cardiomyocytes and action potential measurements in multicellular preparations as well as intact heart. A major part of the work will be devoted to characterizing the regulation (by cytoplasmic calcium and others) of cardiac connexin hemichannels and to explore the potential contribution of these channels as an arrthymogenic substrate. Significant efforts will be directed to distinguishing connexin hemichannel unitary currents in single cardiomyocytes from other classic ion channels (f.e. sodium, potassium and chloride channels). The project will be based on biophysical approaches including single channel recordings in isolated ventricular cardiomyocytes and action potential measurements in multicellular preparations as well as intact heart. A major part of the work will be devoted to characterizing the regulation (by cytoplasmic calcium and others) of cardiac connexin hemichannels and to explore the potential contribution of these channels as an arrthymogenic substrate. Significant efforts will be directed to distinguishing connexin hemichannel unitary currents in single cardiomyocytes from other classic ion channels (f.e. sodium, potassium and chloride channels).
How to Apply: Online or by Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 2011-07-31
Further Scholarship Information and Application

6th round of Southeast Europe and EU - Leadership Development Programme Dead Line: 27 April 2011‏

The future of Southeast Europe depends on targeted and consistent action to develop effective civic structures and integrate the region into Euro-Atlantic political, economic and security spheres. This requires consultation and collaboration between international and regional policy-makers. Initiatives that build confidence among citizens in the region are a prerequisite for peace and stability, and ultimately for regional integration and economic prosperity. Underlying this project is the belief that the driving force for the continuation of the political, social and economic reform and the success of the region’s EU integration are qualified young professionals with international experience.
In an effort to contribute to the reform process in Southeast Europe, the TRANSFUSE Association and the College of Europe jointly launched a programme in 2006 for young people from the region, as well as from the rest of Europe, who aspire to play an active role in the future of their countries. The Programme runs over a ten-month period and aims to transmit knowledge about the EU and its relation to the region, to stimulate the leadership and professional skills of participants and to encourage the exchange of views.
The European Fund for the Balkans has been generously financing the programme since 2008 and since 2009, has been organising it jointly with the College of Europe and the TRANSFUSE Association. The 2011/2012 Programme will consist of the following activities:
Two-week Summer Academy in Austria and Slovakia in September 2011
The curriculum includes topics related to the European Union and the development of its relations with Southeast Europe, as well as wider issues of international and economic relations. Practical training components focusing on negotiations, project management and presentation skills provide participants with essential leadership qualities
Group activities, between November 2011 and March 2012: The participants will work together in small groups to develop and implement a joint activity or an event in Southeast Europe.
Five-day Spring Seminar in Belgium (Brussels/Bruges), in April 2012: The programme includes working visits to the EU institutions and NATO in Brussels and classes in the campus of the College of Europe in Bruges.
The Programme is led by an Academic Dean, who guides the participants through the different aspects of the Programme. The working language of the Programme is English.
Certificates are awarded to participants upon successful completion of the Programme.
Only 30 selected applicants are invited to participate. Their participation in the Programme is sponsored by the European Fund for the Balkans. For information on the application procedure and sponsorship details see ‘How to apply’ and ‘Practical information’ pages.

Vacancies at the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Network, Belgium

Vacancies at the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Network
EMHRN Project Assistant
EMHRN Project Assistant for the project called 'Palestine, Israel and Palestinians'.
The position is based in Brussels, Belgium. The Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Network (EMHRN) invites candidates to apply for the post of project assistant for its work on Palestine, Israel and Palestinians.
Background: The EMHRN is a network of more than 70 human rights organisations in 30 countries. Its mission is to promote and strengthen human rights and democratic reform within the framework of the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership (EMP)/Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), the European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) and other EU- Arab cooperation frameworks. The Network seeks to develop and strengthen partnerships between NGOs in the EuroMed region, disseminate human rights values and increase members’ capacity in this regard.
EMHRN’s project on Palestine, Israel and Palestinians aims at setting human rights and International Humanitarian Law at the heart of the Middle East Peace Process by raising awareness in Europe, Israel, the occupied Palestinian territory (OPT) and the Arab region on the EU’s human rights commitments and actions in its relations with Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Through its Working Group on Palestine, Israel and Palestinians (PIP), the EMHRN has for the past 6 years engaged in a project that reviews the obligations, commitments and actions of the EU and its Member States under International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law in relation to Israel and advocates for changes in EU’s policies and actions accordingly. The PIP WG also monitors EU human rights commitments and actions in its relation with the Palestinian Authority. The PIP working group is a unique group of 15 representatives of Israeli, Palestinian, European and Arab human rights organizations who advocate with one voice in Europe.
Role:
The project assistant will assist the project coordinator in the implementation of EMHRN activities under its project on Palestine, Israel and Palestinians. The project assistant will be under the supervision of the project coordinator.
Duties:
The project assistant main tasks will be to:
· Support the coordinator in the organization of the activities of the PIP Working group, including meetings of the Working group, advocacy missions and trainings. This includes sending invitation letters, setting up meetings, booking hotels, prepare budgets, accounting, logistics, etc. ;
· Monitor the activities and the calendar of the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership /Union for the Mediterranean, the European Neighbourhood Policy, the EU and international organisations, such as the UN, related to Palestine, Israel and the Palestinians;
· Actively research, update and distribute information on Palestine, Israel and the Palestinians (and linked to the European Union and other international organisations) to the members of the Working group and to the partners;
· Maintain and update the PIP Working group’s database;
· Participate in various meetings, notes taking and preparation of meeting reports;
· Assist in the coordination with the members of the PIP Working group during the drafting of reports, statements, press releases and other documents published by the EMHRN on Palestine, Israel and the Palestinians;
· Ensure the printing, translation, publishing and promotion of the materials and reports produced by the PIP Working group;
· Support the drafting of narrative and financial reports, as well as of reports evaluating the activities of the PIP Working group;
· In charge of the administrative aspects of the PIP project
· Participating in PIP activities on an ad hoc basis in Europe, Israel and the OPT.
· Represent the EMHRN upon delegation of the PIP Coordinator as far as Palestine, Israel and the Palestinians are concerned;
Principal qualifications and core competences:
· University degree in law, political or social science. Other similar qualifications may also be considered.
Practical knowledge of the functioning of the EU institutions. Knowledge of UN mechanisms an asset.
Knowledge of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Knowledge about the role of the EU in the conflict will be considered as an asset.
Knowledge of human rights standards.
Proven track record with civil society work.
Languages: Excellent written and spoken English. Very Good written and spoken French.
Computer literacy (Word and Excel required).
Other competences: good communication skills (oral and written) and ability to draft clearly and succinctly; Ability to keep strict deadlines and deal with several projects simultaneously.
Terms and Conditions:
Duty station: Brussels, Belgium
Duration: 1 year contract. Possible extension after one year.
Trial period: 3-month
Work: 36 hours per week (lunch not included)
Salary: The salary is based on the EMHRN internal salary scale
Start of the assignment: as soon as possible
To apply: interested persons should submit their resume and application, in English only, by email to M. Alessandro Storer, ast@euromedrights.net, by 10 April 2011. Interviews will take place the week of 18 April 2011. Further information: you are welcome to contact Ms Nathalie Stanus, PIP project coordinator, at nst@euromedrights.net for further information on the position.
For information on the EMHRN PIP project: Please click here to read more

 

PhD Research in Process Technology or Smart Systems and Energy Technology, Belgium

PhD Research in Process Technology or Smart Systems and Energy Technology, Belgium
Doctorate Research in the field of Process Technology,Smart Systems and Energy Technology at Imec in Belgium-2011
Study Subject:Process Technology,Smart Systems and Energy Technology
Employer: Imec
Level:PhD
Scholarship Description:Imec offers a stimulating environment to do PhD research. The world-class facilities and available expertise guarantee an unmatched support. And if you come to imec from abroad, you will find an international atmosphere, and most likely also colleagues from your home country.Belgian and Dutch-speaking students will find application information on the Dutch webpages of this website. All others may apply using the application form. Make sure to attach as indicated on the application form the documents listed below to your application form. We need these to allow us to screen your application and to select you.
A résumé;
A letter motivating your application;
Certificates of your Bachelor and Master Diploma (if you have not finished your Master education yet, you can submit your Master certificate when you graduate);
Transcripts in English of your Bachelor and Master Diploma;
At least 2 reference letters;
For EU citizens and students with a European Master degree: We recommend that you have passed the (general) GRE test. Please, add a copy of your GRE test result sheet;
For non-EU citizens: add a copy of your GRE and TOEFL ( or IELTS ) test result sheets.

Scholarship Application Deadline:We do not have a deadline for the submission of PhD applications; we deal with applications as they come in, throughout the year.
Further Scholarship Information and Application

PhD Research in Process Technology or Smart Systems and Energy Technology, Belgium

PhD Research in Process Technology or Smart Systems and Energy Technology, Belgium
Doctorate Research in the field of Process Technology,Smart Systems and Energy Technology at Imec in Belgium-2011
Study Subject:Process Technology,Smart Systems and Energy Technology
Employer: Imec
Level:PhD
Scholarship Description:Imec offers a stimulating environment to do PhD research. The world-class facilities and available expertise guarantee an unmatched support. And if you come to imec from abroad, you will find an international atmosphere, and most likely also colleagues from your home country.Belgian and Dutch-speaking students will find application information on the Dutch webpages of this website. All others may apply using the application form. Make sure to attach as indicated on the application form the documents listed below to your application form. We need these to allow us to screen your application and to select you.
A résumé;
A letter motivating your application;
Certificates of your Bachelor and Master Diploma (if you have not finished your Master education yet, you can submit your Master certificate when you graduate);
Transcripts in English of your Bachelor and Master Diploma;
At least 2 reference letters;
For EU citizens and students with a European Master degree: We recommend that you have passed the (general) GRE test. Please, add a copy of your GRE test result sheet;
For non-EU citizens: add a copy of your GRE and TOEFL ( or IELTS ) test result sheets.

Scholarship Application Deadline:We do not have a deadline for the submission of PhD applications; we deal with applications as they come in, throughout the year.
Further Scholarship Information and Application