Sunday, July 3, 2011

Professorship in Management Science (f/m) - scholarships-germany.blogspot.com

Professorship in Management Science (f/m), Jacobs University Bremen Germany
The Jacobs Center places great emphasis on interdisciplinary research on aging. It also offers a structured Ph.D. Program in Productive Adult Development, and Executive Seminars. Applicants should demonstrate accomplishment in both teaching and research and are expected to have a strong record of scholarly productivity, a commitment to institutional excellence and the demonstrated ability to obtain research funding (possibly on the European level), but also work in a team on the joint research program of the Center. Any experience in inter­disciplinary settings will be considered a strong point. In principle, our language of instruc­tion is English. The position can be filled on any of the three levels of professorship (full, associate and assistant) depending on the specific qualifications of the applicant. Salaries will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial 7-years contracts may be extended based upon performance and the university’s needs. The annual teaching load is three courses at three hours each. Preferably, work at the Jacobs Center should begin in September 2011.

Please send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, two letters of reference (if applicable) and three representative examples of your work (preferably articles in reviewed journals) as soon as possible to the attention of Prof. Dr. Ursula M. Staudinger, Dean of the Jacobs Center on Lifelong Learning and Institutional Development, Jacobs University Bremen, P.O. Box 750 561, D-28725 Bremen.



For further information, please contact sekstaudinger(at)jacobs-university.de and see http://www.jacobs-university.de/jacobscenter

Friday, July 1, 2011

PhDTalent Germany, Research Scientist (m/f) Functional Intermediate Polymers,

Research Scientist (m/f) Functional Intermediate Polymers, PhDTalent Germany
We are the world’s leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.
Ludwigshafen is the world’s largest integrated chemical complex and home to Group headquarters. BASF’s heart is also located in the heart of Europe’s Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region. You will find this to be an attractive place for both work and play. We are looking for a:
Research Scientist (m/f) Functional Intermediate Polymers
What you can expect:
You will be responsible for product and process development for applications in either the
automotive, footwear, and cosmetics industries or the wood composite and coatings industries. In addition to leading a research lab and optimizing chemical processes, you will develop new products from the initial laboratory test phases on into production. You will also translate successful research concepts into practical solutions in cooperation with customers as well as internal and external Research and Development, Production and Marketing departments. Beyond this, you will manage projects, make presentations in international teams, and ensure competitiveness by monitoring and evaluating scientific trends.
What we expect:
Besides a PhD in Chemistry with outstanding grades, you have, ideally, acquired broad knowledge of Organic or Polymer Chemistry along with basic knowledge of Process Engineering. Beyond these abilities in your field, you have a very good command of English and excellent communication skills. In addition, initiative, creativity and a high interest in working in interdisciplinary teams will be expected.
We offer:
Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and “on-the-job” training as
part of a committed team.
Competitive compensation including attractive benefits as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company.


Expect to be surprised by the exciting range of career opportunities at BASF.
Reference code: EN51593599_ONLE_2
Please apply online at www.basf.com/career or in writing to:
BASF Services Europe GmbH
Recruiting Services Europe
PO Box 11 02 48
10832 Berlin, Germany
For more information please contact:
Tel.: 00800 33 0000 33
E-Mail: jobs(at)basf.com