Showing posts with label fellowships 2010. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fellowships 2010. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

WHO GOI Fellowships 2010-11

WHO GOI Fellowships 2010-11

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India is inviting applications from government doctors and other health professionals working in the health sector in Central / States health establishments/ PHCs/ CHCs etc. duly recommended by respective cadre controlling authority, for training under GOI - WHO Fellowship programme during 2010 - 11 biennium in various prestigious institutions with the country and in foreign countries. The last date for submission of filled in application forms through proper channel is 21st February, 2011. Complete details of the fellowships, related guidelines / instructions and application form are available on the Ministry's website i.e. www.mohfw.nic.in

For more information visit-: http://www.mohfw.nic.in/

Friday, September 3, 2010

National Environmental Sciences Fellows Programme 2010

National Environmental Sciences Fellows Programme 2010

The Ministry of Environment & Forests invites applications, under its newly launched ‘National Environmental Sciences Fellows Programme’ for the year 2010-11 from Scientists of India or of Indian origin desirous of participating in cutting-edge research on critical issues related to environment in collaboration with leading Institutes and Scientists in India and the world.

However, as this Fellowship Programme is interested in people with unique ideas and capable of thinking out of the box, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit proposals on any new challenges/ issues outside of this matrix but relating to the current environmental scenario of the country/ world, along with innovative, cost-effective, practicable & implementable solutions to such challenges.

While it is not mandatory, it would be desirable if the applicant has already carried out at least 10-20% of the research work proposed to be undertaken under the Fellowship Programme.

All other details of the Fellowship Programme, including eligibility criteria, selection procedure, Fellowship emoluments and other terms and conditions etc. are given in the booklet ‘National Environmental Sciences Fellows Programme’, which is available in the website of the Ministry at www.envfor.nic.in

The application has to be submitted in the prescribed proforma available in the booklet quoted above and has to be accompanied by a short paper (not exceeding 1-2 pages) on the applicant’s proposed research proposal clearly identifying the new knowledge that it will help to generate alongwith a summary of work already carried out by the applicant in the area. Short-listed candidates shall be invited for an interactive discussion with the Management Committee constituted by the Ministry under the ‘National Environmental Sciences Fellows Programme’.

The application complete in all respects should be sent by Registered /Speed Post in a confidential sealed envelope by 15th September, 2010 to the address given below. Applications may also be sent by e-mail at the id sv.godavarthi@nic.in

The Adviser, RE Division,
(Dr. G.V. Subrahmanyam,
Room no. 548),
Ministry of Environment & Forests,
Paryavaran Bhawan,
CGO Complex, Lodi Road,
New Delhi- 110003.

For more information visit-: http://moef.nic.in/

Sunday, August 22, 2010

Fellowship in Clinical Research 2010 Medvarsity Online

Fellowship in Clinical Research 2010 Medvarsity Online

Fellowship in Clinical Research By Apollo Hospital Educational and Research Foundation and Medvarsity Online

Apollo Hospitals Group owns and manages ever 45 Hospitals, over 10,000 beds, 50 Clinics and 800 Pharmacies in Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Bangalore, Ahmedabad and Madurai.

Course Delivery : Correspondence and Contact Program with Specialities at Apollo Hospitals.

Eligibility : Graduates in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, MBBS, BHMS, BAMS, BDS and BPT, Paramedical and Allied Health Sciences.

Duration : 6 Months plus Contact Program in Apollo Hospitals.

About the Course :
* Course designed and supported by Medvarsity, AHERF, pioneers in Healthcare and Online Education in India.
* India is the preferred destination for Clinical Trials by MNS's
* 50,000 new opportunities to open up in near future in India with high annual remuneration.
* More than 2.5 Lakhs vacant positions globally.
* Placement in full swing
* Facilitate Internship
* Placement Assistance Provided

For further details contact at :

Medvarsity Online Limited
Pune : Mr. Ravindra Keshav Ekbote (9373312496)
Mr. Amar Matlani (09811771855)

Medvarsity Online Ltd., Jehangir Hospital (In association with Apollo Hospital Group) Marketing Dept 32, Sassoon Road, Pune - 10.

Head Office - Ms. Radhika (09963288177)
Medvarsity Online Ltd. Life Sciences Building, Apollo Hospitals Complex, Film Nagar (P.O), Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad - 500 096, Tel : 040 - 23541654

For more information visit-: http://www.medvarsity.com/

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

DBT TWAS Fellowships in Biotechnology

DBT TWAS Fellowships in Biotechnology

Department OF Biotechnology India-DBT
Third World Academy of Sciences-TWAS

DBT India joins TWAS in promoting South-South cooperation in science through Biotechnology fellowships for doctoral and postdoctoral studies.

Department of Biotechnology (DBT) ,Govt of India has entered into an agreement with Third World Academy of Sciences ( TWAS) to provide 50 fellowships annually in biotechnology for doctorate and post-doctorate studies to students from developing countries. Fellowship recipients will study at Indian universities and research institutes. The programme will be administered in collaboration with the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB).The application forms can be viewed and downloaded on the DBT and TWAS websites . Last date for submission of completed Applications to the TWAS office is 31st August of each year

For more information visit-: http://dbtindia.nic.in/uniquepage.asp?id_pk=676

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellowship 2010-2011

Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellowship 2010-2011

Opportunity for Scientist of Indian Origin

Continuous Induction Program throughout year.

Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellowships”, a re-entry scheme of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.

Objective-:

The scheme is aimed at bringing back scientists of Indian origin working outside the country in the fields of energy related biological sciences and other areas related to bioenergy, and who are desirous of pursuing R&D in an Indian institution.

Eligibility-:

The applicant should possess a Ph. D in relevant areas and/or an outstanding track record reflected in publications and other recognitions.
3. Only candidate of Indian origin working overseas are eligible to apply. Those who have already returned to India and are working in India are not eligible.

About the fellowship-:

Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellows can take up fellowship at any of the scientific institutes/ university in India and the application should be supported by the competent authority of the host Institute.

Selected awardees will receive a fellowship amount of Rs. 75,000/ pm (consolidated) and a contingency grant of Rs. 5,00,000 / year for purchase of consumables, minor equipment, international and domestic travel, engaging manpower and other contingent expenditure to be incurred in connection with the implementation of research project. However, the host institute/university where applicant proposes to work can consider giving additional benefits (e.g. HRA/housing, medical allowance, leave travel allowance and other benefits) as applicable to regular faculty.

In case an awardee finds a suitable permanent position during the tenure of the fellowship at any research institute/ university, he or she can take up the job. In that case, he/she will have to opt for either the fellowship or salary. However, she/he can continue to avail the contingency grant with prior approval of DBT.

Awardees are also eligible to apply for research grants to any of the funding agencies. However, the Co-PI has to be a permanent employee of the host institution.

Duration-:

The duration of the fellowship will be for a period of 5 years. In exceptional cases, the duration of the award may be extended by another 5 years.

How to apply-:

Under Continuous Induction Program, application for “Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellowship” position can be sent throughout year. Applications received on or before following dates shall be considered in ensuing phase.
On or before: 30th September, 2010 and 31st March, 2011

Application in prescribed format, duly complete with letter from the Indian Institute of choice (hosting Institute) where the awardee wishes to work should be sent to DBT-ICT-Centre for Energy Biosciences, Institute of Chemical Technology, University under Section 3 of UGC ACT 1956, Nathalal Parikh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai 400 019, India (email: dbt.uict.ceb@gmail.com*)* Other details regarding the fellowships may be seen at: http://www.udct.org OR http://www.dbtindia.nic.in.

For more information visit-: http://www.udct.org/

Monday, June 7, 2010

Early Career Fellowships for Researchers in India

Early Career Fellowships for Researchers in India

Wellcome Trust/DBT India Alliance Early Career Fellowships 2010

Early Career Fellowships for Researchers in India-:
This scheme provides a unique opportunity for the most promising postdoctoral researchers moving to India or within India, to make a start in developing their independent research career.

Candidates will be expected to identify an important biomedical research question, and to develop and deliver a personal programme to achieve their research aims. Fellows may normally spend up to 24 months outside the host institution, in other leading laboratories, anywhere in the world.


The fellowship is for four years full time and provides:

Personal support for the fellow. For details see costing policies.

Research expenses (materials and consumables; animals; support to attend scientific meetings; and small items of equipment, e.g. laptop)

Additional allowances (travel and overseas subsistence) for scientifically justified visits of normally up to 24 months.

Early Career Fellowship Preliminary application deadline: 23 July 2010

Contact-:
Wellcome Trust/DBT India Alliance
Plot no. 19, H. No. 8-2-684/3/K/19 1st Floor, Kaushik Society Road No. 12
Banjara Hills HYDERABAD 500034
Phone: +91 040 4018 9445
Fax: +91 040 4018 9449
Email: info@wellcomedbt.org.

For more information visit-: http://www.wellcomedbt.org

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Ravi Sankaran Inlaks Fellowship Program 2010

Ravi Sankaran Inlaks Fellowship Program 2010

For field biology,ecology and conservation

The Program funds three major activities:

A Master's degree at a university abroad
An internship with an organisation abroad
A short conservation research or implementation project within India (in a Small Grants program)

Only activities that have an explicit focus on biodiversity conservation will be consider for this fellowship

Fellowship recipients will receive a stipend, travel funds and an amount covering course fees (where relevant). Fellows may also be granted an additional amount towards project expenses, subject to a maximum of Rs 200,000 per year (most grants of this nature will be under Rs 100,000 per year).

Selection: Each activity is intended to have an explicit conservation focus, with an emphasis on clear on-ground conservation benefits. Successful applicants will ordinarily hold a Bachelor's degree (in any discipline) and be below the age of 30 on the date of the application deadline.

To apply, you must prepare a statement of purpose, a strong justification of how your receiving this fellowship would benefit conservation in India, and (for Small Grants applicants) a project proposal with budget.

Last date for receiving completed applications: 15 April 2010

For more information visit-: http://www.ravisankaran.org/

Thursday, February 4, 2010

ICMR International Fellowships 2010

ICMR International Fellowships 2010

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) ICMR International Fellowships 2010 for Indian biomedical scientists

Number of fellowships: Young scientists-12; Senior scientists-6
Duration: 3-6 months for young scientists and 10-15 days for senior scientists

Eligibility:
* M.D/PhD degree with at least three years teaching/research experience for young scientists and at least fifteen years teaching/research experience for senior scientists.
* Regular position in a recognized biomedical/research/health institution in India .
* Below 45 years of age for young and 55 years for senior scientists.

Financial support:
US $ 2400 per month, contingency grant of Rs.15,000/- and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for young scientists. US $ 160 per day (including US$ 75 as per diem and rest for accommodation expenses) and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for senior scientists.

Note:- The applicant should submit a letter of acceptance from the foreign Institute where he/ she proposes to work along with a concrete plan of training / research work to be undertaken during the fellowship.
* Recommendation by the Head of the parent organization / institute is essential.
* Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
* Decision of ICMR will be final.
* If selected, the fellowship is to be availed before 28th February, 2011.

Selection Criteria
Screening of applications will be done at the International Health Division, ICMR and the short listed candidates will be considered by the selection committee for awarding the fellowship.

The selection of the candidate will be based on the evaluation of the merit of the candidate and the training needs in the field of Biomedical research by a Committee of eminent scientists.

Ten copies of the application should be submitted to: International Health Division, Indian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Post Box No.4911, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029.

Last date of receipt of applications: 15th April, 2010

For more information visit-: http://www.icmr.nic.in/