Archive for the ‘Switzerland Research’ Category

Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Bern offers Research Assistant Position in the field of clinical epidemiology, social and behavioral health, biostatistics, and international and environmental health, 2012 Switzerland

Study Subject(s): Clinical epidemiology, social and behavioral health, biostatistics, and international and environmental health
Course Level: Research
Scholarship Provider: Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences (SAMW)
Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland

Background in epidemiology, biomedicine, social sciences or related field (applications from students are welcome) • Experience in conducting literature searches and basic knowledge on clinical research principles • Good written and spoken English • Good teamwork and time management skills

This is a pilot study that will examine the reporting of non-inferiority trials. The project will assess study protocols submitted to the Ethics Committees in Bern, Geneva and Leiden and articles published in medical journals. Read the rest of this entry »

Fellowship for Young Physicians and Scientists from Developing and Middle Income Countries for Research in Infectious Diseases at select Biomedical Institutions , Switzerland 2012

Study Subject(s): Infectious Diseases Research
Course Level: Research
Scholarship Provider: ISID and the Swiss Society for Infectious Diseases (SSI)
Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland

The program is open to applicants who are citizens or permanent residents of developing countries or Eastern Europe. Applicants should have a M.D. or a Ph.D in a relevant field and should hold a position at a medical, research, or public health institution. An endorsement by the home institution is required for participation in the program.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Developing and Middle Income Countries

ISID and the Swiss Society for Infectious Diseases (SSI) jointly sponsor the SSI/ISID Infectious Diseases Research Fellowship Program. The purpose of this Fellowship Program is to support infectious disease physicians and scientists from developing and middle income countries through multidisciplinary clinical and laboratory training at select biomedical institutions in Switzerland. Read the rest of this entry »

Research and PhD Level Scholarships for Foreign Students at University of Fribourg, Switzerland 2012

Study Subject(s): Courses offered by the University
Course Level: Research , PhD
Scholarship Provider: University of Fribourg
Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland

Eligibility:
1. Minimum inscription of two semesters at a foreign university recognized by the University of Fribourg on a doctorate level
2. Foreign residence
3. Being younger than 35 upon arrival to the University of Fribourg
4. Being engaged in a study-project at the University of Fribourg

Scholarships granted by the Rector at to foreign Students (living abroad) who would like to undertake their master studies. Read the rest of this entry »

Research Position for the applicant of Swiss and Bulgarian in the field of Ecology, agricultural and forestry sciences, land use, waste management;Social disparities and regional differences;Drug development;Innovative building methods and materials, Switzerland

Study Subject(s): Various
Course Level: Research
Scholarship Provider: Swiss contribution to the EU enlargement
Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland

•Ecology, agricultural and forestry sciences, land use, waste management;

•Social disparities and regional differences;

•Drug development;

•Innovative building methods and materials.Proposals are to be jointly prepared by Swiss and Bulgarian applicants.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes(Bulgarian) Read the rest of this entry »

International Summer Research Program in Life-science for Undergraduate Studies, EPFL

Study Subject(s): Life Sciences
Course Level: Undergraduate
Scholarship Provider: EPFL
Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland

To be considered for the program, applicants must…

* Must be enrolled in a degree program in biology, physics, chemistry, bio-engineering, or computational sciences and plan on pursuing a career in the life sciences. Basic Life Sciences backgound is essential. Previous lab experience is a plus.

* Must be in good standing with a GPA equivalent to a 3.75/4.0 grade or higher and should have completed at least 2 years of undergraduate coursework by the summer of 2012. (If your university does not use a 4 point scale, then include an explanation of the your grading scale with your motivation letter.)

* Usually participants come from the top 10% of their class and have some research experience. Their essays show passion and motivation! Read the rest of this entry »

IAS-NIDA Fellowship on HIV and Drug Use Research
Science jobs from International AIDS Society:

Job description
With the support of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), the International AIDS Society (IAS) has established a research fellowship programme focusing on HIV and drug use, with the goal of contributing to advances in the scientific understanding of drug use and HIV, while fostering international collaborative research on HIV and drug use.

The fellowship programme is awarded as a stipend of US$75,000 in two categories: to a junior scientist for 18-month post-doctoral training, or to a well-established HIV researcher for an eight-month-long professional development training at leading host institutes excelling in HIV-related drug use research. In 2012, up to four fellowships will be awarded. Successful applicants will be invited to the XIX International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2012), in Washington D.C. 22-27 July 2012, where the awards ceremony will be held.

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Doctoral, Postdoctoral and Masters Bursaries to South African students at Swiss Universities, Switzerland 2011-2012

Study Subject(s): Various
Course Level: Doctoral, Postdoctoral, Masters
Scholarship Provider: Swiss Universities and Federal Institutes of Technology
Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland

If the candidate has passed her/his exams, but not yet received the diploma, an original document officially stamped by the University of graduation, stating that the candidate has been successful and informing of the date when the diploma will be received, must be enclosed.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes (South Africans)

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