Several PostDoc and PhD positions in astrophysics, radio astronomy
and astroparticle physics at Radboud University in Nijmegen, the
Netherlands.

Due to a large grant from the European Research Council (ERC) and
other national sources (NWO/NOVA), several PostDoc and PhD positions
covering a wide range of topics are or are expected to be available
over the next year.

The radio astronomy and astroparticle physics of the Radboud
University group is heavily involved in commissioning and
exploitation of the new low-digital radio telescope LOFAR, the
biggest of its kind in the world. Also, the group is a collaborator
of the Pierre Auger observatory.

The LOFAR activities focus on three of the main Key Science
projects. In particular the positions are available in the following
areas: 1) the direct detection of Ultra-High energy cosmic rays
(UHECRs) and neutrinos in air and on the moon, 2) the search for
sources of ultra-fast astrophysical radio bursts, and 3) all-sky
radio surveys of radio sources with particular emphasis on potential
UHECR sources.

The Auger activities involve the design and construction of a newly
funded radio detector array for Auger as well as composition and
clustering analysis of UHECRs.

We are looking for exceptional candidates who are strongly motivated
to pursue a rigorous research program with top international
astrophysical facilities. The candidates are expected to have a
solid background in physics, astrophysics, and/or astroparticle
physics and be able to work and interact in a multidisciplinary
international team. Additional skills such as software development
(c++/python), Monte Carlo simulations, radio astronomy data
analysis, or electronics design and development can be useful.

The campus of the Radboud University, hosting 17.500 students, is
located within a few biking minutes of the downtown area of the
lively city of Nijmegen, the oldest in the Netherlands. The city is
close to the German border and major city centers in the Netherlands
and Germany (e.g., Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam, the Ruhrgebiet,
Cologne) are within about an hour's drive. The young and rapidly
growing astronomy department at the Radboud University offers a
pleasant and collegial work environment. It is firmly embedded in
the NL astronomy community through the national top research school
NOVA. There are strong ties with the local high-energy physics
department, as well as with national research institutes in
Astronomy and particle physics, such as ASTRON, NIKHEF, and KVI.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a publication list,
a brief (1 page max.) statement of research interests, and two
letters of reference to be sent separately. Review of applications
will begin on Nov 1st and continue until all positions are filled.
The salary will be on the standard Dutch university scale, which
will start from an average 2042 Euros gross/month for PhD positions
and an average ranging from 2850 to 3300 gross/month for PostDoc
positions depending on experience (taxes roughly being 20%-30%; some
special agreements for foreigners exist).

Please submit resumes preferentially by email to pz@science.ru.nl or
by postal mail to Mw. M. Nelemans, Afdeling P & O, Radboud
Universiteit Nijmegen, Postbus 9010, 6500 GL Nijmegen, The
Netherlands. Please refer to jobnr. 62.81.08 for a PhD position and
to jobnr. 62.80.08 for a PostDoc position.

Closing date is December 15, 2008. Search will continue until all
positions are filled.

Further information can be obtained from the group leader, Prof.
Heino Falcke, h.falcke@astro.ru.nl.

Sukses selalu

3 PhD-students

The project "*Consequences of Phosphorus Reduction for the Dynamic Transfer
of Organic Matter between Primary Producers and Primary Consumers*" is part
of the Sea and Coast Programme of the Netherlands Organisation for
Scientific Research (NWO).

In this project, we will investigate how phosphate availability regulates
the productivity and composition of functional groups of phytoplankton and
microphytobenthos in the western and central Wadden Sea. The implications of
phosphate related species selection on the food web structure and the
carrying capacity of the Wadden Sea will be addressed by defining the
transfer of microalgal carbon to various development stages of selected
benthic primary consumers. New views on the functioning of the lower food
web are to be conceptualized in a biogeochemical model and provide essential
information on the direction and magnitude of change in Wadden Sea carrying
capacity as a result of management policies and global change.


*PhD-student 1* (vacancy number CEME-MM-08428) will study the primary
production and the group specific production by using a combination of
techniques making use of variable fluorescence and stable isotope labelling
of biomarkers and will also investigate the factors limiting algae growth.
Primary location: NIOO-CEME, Yerseke.


*PhD-student 2* (vacancy number NIOZ-08429) will investigate the production
of benthic microalgae (MPB) using oxygen microsensors and will investigate
the effect of MPB on sediment water exchange. These processes will be used
by the PhD-student to develop a biogeochemical model describing the
processes. Primary location: NIOZ, Texel.


*PhD-student 3* (vacancy number NIOZ-08430) will investigate the transfer of
primary organic carbon to various larval stages of marine bivalves as
representatives of primary consumers. This transfer will be studied for
various compositions of food (algae), and the consequences of P limitation
will be evaluated in terms of growth and development rates of the larvae.
Primary location: NIOZ, Texel.


*Appointment:
*The appointment will be initially for 1 year, which will be extended to 4
year provided that the applicant has proven to be well suited for the job.
The project will start in January 2009.


*Salary: *
The gross salary starts at approx. € 2.000,- per month in the 1st year, and
will gradually increase to a maximum of approx. € 2.600,- per month in the
4th year. Conditions are based on the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch
Universities (NIOO) or the Collective Employment Agreement for Research
Institutes (NIOZ).


*Information: *
More information and a complete project description can be obtained for PhD1
from the projectleader Dr Jacco Kromkamp (j.kromkamp@nioo.knaw.nl,
+31-113-577481), for PhD2 from Dr Eric Epping (epping@nioz.nl,
31-222-369444) or from Dr Karline Soetaert (k.soetaert@nioo.knaw.nl,
+31-113-577487), and for PhD3 from Dr Katja Philippart (katja@nioz.nl,
31-222-369563).


*Applications:
*Written applications including CV, reference list and vacancy number should
be sent to Prof. Dr C.H.R. Heip, director NIOO-CEME, P.O. Box 140, 4400 AC
Yerseke, The Netherlands or by e-mail to j.kromkamp@nioo.knaw.nl*.*

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Two PhD-researchers on heritage formation in colonial and postcolonial Indonesia and the Netherlands
Amsterdam, 1081, (Noord-Holland), VU University Amsterdam



Job description
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Two PhD-researchers
Faculty of Arts, Department of History
Political history, cultural history and global history are three
main foci of the Department of History’s contemporary research
programme. The section of Political History focuses on issues of
nationbuilding, citizenship and political culture in its relationship
to processes of signification, inclusion and exclusion. Histories of
colonialism and decolonisation are important in this respect.

Research project
Within the broader context of the NWO-programme on Cultural
Dynamics two PhD-posts have been formulated for the research programme
Sites, Bodies and Stories. The Dynamics of Heritage Formation in
Colonial and Postcolonial Indonesia and the Netherlands. These are:

1 –Physical Anthropology, Colonial Practice and Cultural Policies;
2 –Performing identity, Shaping Heritage – Wayang puppet theatre
and the dynamics of heritage formation in contemporary Indonesia.

Both PhD researchers are supposed to develop the research questions
formulated in the Sites, Bodies and Stories outline, and push these
further. These are leading questions, which have been drafted for a
collaborative project with many stakeholders involved.
Interdisciplinary collaboration and sharing of research results will be
at stake in each phase of the progamme. Research will take place within
the context of the new VU research institute on Heritage, Urban
Landscapes and Cultural Environments CLUE.
Requirements
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University Graduate
Qualifcations
•Research MA or double MA in history and/or other relevant academic disciplines;
•solid working knowledge on Indonesian history, culture and contemporary society;
•experience with sources and academic practices in Dutch colonialism;
•conceptual approach to tangible and intangible heritage and
experience with the representation of culture in museums or academic
institutions like laboratories;
•experience with research outside the Netherlands, preferably in Indonesia. Basic knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia is an advantage;
•experience with collection databases and international communication through digital platforms.
Organization
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VU University Amsterdam Faculty of Arts
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, has
been a renowned cultural, scientific and commercial centre for many
centuries. It was here, in 1880, that the VU University Amsterdam first
opened its doors to students. VU stands for 'Vrije Universiteit', which
means 'Free University'. Here, 'free' refers to freedom of state and
church interference. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam was established in
1880 by orthodox protestants. Nowadays it aims to be inspiring,
innovative and involved.

Throughout the past century, the university has continued to
expand. It now comprises twelve faculties and has teaching facilities
for 18,000 students.

Click here for an overview of faculties and institutes: http://www.english.vu.nl/About_the_VU/

The university campus and university hospital are situated in the
south-western part of Amsterdam, one of the most dynamic and
fast-growing business districts in the Netherlands. The international
airport of Schiphol-Amsterdam is 10 kilometres away, just 8 minutes by
train. With more than fifty undergraduate (or bachelor’s) programmes
and almost a hundred postgraduate (or master’s) programmes, the Vrije
Universiteit Amsterdam offers a wide choice of study options. The
programmes are of a high quality, the atmosphere is very conducive to
study, and the teaching staff is easily accessible.

The new Department of Language and
Communication brings linguists from various language backgrounds
together in one department and is responsible for a range of BA and MA
degrees in the Faculty of Arts. The English language section is one of
the main groups in the department, with a permanent staff of seven. It
contributes English linguistics and high-level English language skills
courses to BA degrees in English, Communication & Information
Sciences, and Language & Communication Studies, as well as to MA
degrees in English, Linguistics, Communication & Information
Sciences, and ICT & Translation.
Conditions of employment
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Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: temporary


Additional conditions of employment:
The PhD-researchers will spend part of their research time in
Indonesia, and will also collaborate within the Netherlands with
Indonesian researchers and MA students. Throughout the research
programme, improvement of communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia will
be required.
We want to mention that for both PhD posts qualified candidates
are known to the programme leaders. However, others who apply will be
offered a fair chance. The PhD researchers are supposed to spend a one
year minimum 0,1 fte to the education programme in the BA phase of
History, related to their research. A contract of employment is
offered, initially for a period of 12 months, extendable to 45 months
upon a positive evaluation. More information about our fringe benefits
you can find on: www.vu.nl/vacatures.

Salary
The salary is based on the salary scales for academic staff. The salary in the first year amounts to
€ 2.000,- gross per month, increasing to € 2.558,- gross per month in the fourth year.
Additional Information
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Or additional information can be obtained through one of the following links.
* About the organization
* About the department
* About the function
Application
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You can apply for this job before 19-05-2008 by sending your application to:


VU University Amsterdam
Faculty of Arts
Dr. G.J. Nijsten
De Boelelaan 1105
1081 HV Amsterdam
The Netherlands
E-mail address: vacature@let.vu.nl


Information
For more information please contact Prof Dr. S.Legêne, by phone +31 (20) 59 82938,
email: s.legene@let.vu.nl.

Application
Send your application (with the vacancy number on the top left side
of the letter and the envelope or in the e-mail header) before May 19th
2008 to the VU University Amsterdam, Faculty of Arts, attn. Dr. GJ.M.
Nijsten, Managing Director De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam, The
Netherlands, or by e-mail to: vacature@let.vu.nl.

When applying for this job always mention the vacancy number 1.2008.00129.

The short URL code for this job opening is: 00353-606.
You can use this as a direct link to the job by adding the code to the URL www.academictransfer.org/