The major part of the PhD studies can be dedicated to research in the area of Learning for Model Design Support in Multi-Agent Simulation: Developing Multi-Agent Simulation Model is a challenging task that is often done in a suboptimal try and error procedure. Our idea is that it can be supported by learning and adaptive agents cooperating with a human modeler. There are various interesting starting points for the development and application of learning agent architectures and mechanisms from Artificial Intelligence such as reinforcement learning, classification learning or evolutionary strategies. Simulated agents shall use such techniques for discovering non-valid situations, selecting interaction partners, revising decision rules, etc. The human modeler evaluates the suggestions of the learning agents or supports them by pointing to particular problematic or interesting situations. Such an interplay between learning agents and human modeler may result in an efficient model development process and finally to a valid Multi-Agent Simulation model. Ideas can be tested in interdiscilinary simulation projects for example in the area of pedestrian simulation.

In addition to interest in the topic, a strong theoretical background and solid programming skills, applicants should have the equivalent of a Masters degree in an appropriate field (for example: Intelligent Systems and Robotics, Computer Science, Physics or Applied Mathematics). It is not necessary to be familiar with the Swedish language but proficiency in written/spoken English is mandatory.

To apply for the position, please send a motivation letter along with an updated CV (including at least two academic references) by e-mail to Dr. Franziska Kluegl: franziska.klugl[ at ]oru.se

Applications can be sent immediately and will be considered until the position is fixed.

Cultural Ambassadorial Scholarships

The Cultural Ambassadorial Scholarships are available to students for either three or six months of intensive language study and cultural immersion in another country. This award provides funds to cover round-trip transportation, language training expenses, and homestay living arrangements. Applications are considered for candidates interested in studying Arabic, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, and Swedish.

Provided By: Rotary International, The Rotary Foundation
Deadline: Varies
Amount: $16000
Applicable Majors:
Arabic Language and Literature
Chinese Language and Literature
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
Hebrew Language and Literature
Italian Language and Literature
Japanese Language and Literature
Portuguese Language and Literature
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Russian Language and Literature
Scandinavian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Slavic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
South Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Spanish Language and Literature

Download the Ambassadorial Scholarships application form (PDF).
How to Apply, visit the website

The Division of Bionanophotonics at the Department of Applied Physics, now seeks two new doctoral students in nanooptics.

Job description
This position focuses on development of biosensors based on gold and silver nanostructures. Of particular interest is the possibility to design the particles resonance wavelength through nanolithography and the possibility to specify their interaction with biological structures using surface functionalization.

Direct recruitment will be applied. Send in your application as soon as possible.

The project is conducted in a network that involves several national and international collaborations. The position is financed through Vinnova, the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF), the Swedish Research Council (VR) and Göran Gustafssons Foundation.

Qualifications
We seek creative and independent candidates with documented analytical capacity, excellent language skills and a particular interest for optical spectroscopy and microscopy.
A suitable background is Master of Science in photonics or engineering physics.

Application procedure

* The application shall be written in English and include the following items:
* An application of a maximum of one A4 page containing your specific qualifications for the position
* Attested copies of education certificates, including grade reports and other documents
* Curriculum Vitae
* Letters of recommendation and name of reference persons (optional)

The application shall be sent electronically as pdf or zipped documents. Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

If any material is not available electronically or cannot be transferred to pdf format, the material can be sent as a hard copy to Registrar. The applicants name and the reference number (2009/84) must be written on the first page of the application.

Address:
Registrar
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg
Sweden

Further information
The goal with a PhD-position is to develop general research proficiency and a high competence within your specific research area. As a PhD-student, you will primarily conduct research, often together with other researchers and PhD-students. You will also follow PhD courses, be involved in teaching activities, and participate in international conferences and networks. You are expected to write a licenciate thesis within 2-3 years and defend your doctoral thesis within 4-5 years.

In order to improve the gender balance at the Department, we welcome in particular applications from female candidates.

Further information about the research conducted in the group can be found on our homepage: http://www.chalmers.se/ap/EN/research/bionanophotonics

or by contacting Prof. Mikael Käll, kall[ at ]chalmers.se

Union representatives
SACO: Jan Lindér
ST: Marie Wenander
SEKO: Ralf Berndtsson
All reachable via Chalmers exchange: +46 31 772 10 00

Application deadline: 2009-06-30

The Optical Remote Sensing group at the department of Radio and Space has an immediate opening for a PhD position. You will work in a project aimed at the development of measurement systems for the surveillance of flue gas emissions from ships. One system will be installed permanently in an airplane of the Swedish coast guard plane while another one will be installed on a land based station. The project is world unique and of large relevance for enforcing the use of low sulfur oil according to new IMO and EU legislation.

The work will be conducted in a group (http://www.rss.chalmers.se/ors/) where research and development of new remote sensing methods is conducted and applied for studies of atmospheric chemistry in the background atmosphere and large cities, volcanic emissions, climate gas emission and industrial emissions.

Job description
In your work as a PhD student you will conduct and analyze ship emission measurements and publish the results in scientific journals. The work will also include development of measurement instruments, primarily a remote sensing system based on optical spectroscopy. You will also take courses for further development in your research topic. The work will be conducted together with a research engineer and an additional PhD student.

PhD student positions are limited to five years and will normally include 20% departmental work, mostly teaching duties. Salary for the position is as specified in Chalmers’ general agreement for PhD student positions.

Qualifications
A suitable background is an university exam in physics, chemistry or electronic engineering or the corresponding competence. Experience with computer programming and optics is an advantage.

Application procedure
The application shall be written in English and include the following items:

1. An application of a maximum of one A4 page containing your specific qualifications for the position
2. Attested copies of education certificates, including grade reports and other documents
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Letters of recommendation and name of reference persons (optional)

The application shall be sent electronically as pdf or zipped documents. Please use the link at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

If any material is not available electronically or cannot be transferred to pdf format, the material can be sent as a hard copy to Registrar. The applicants name and the reference number (2009/93) must be written on the first page of the application.

Address:
Registrar
Chalmers University of Technology
SE-412 96 Göteborg
Sweden

Further information
Additional information is given by Dr Johan Mellqvist,
E-mail johan.mellqvist[ at ]chalmers.se, telephone: +46317724855

Application deadline: 2009-07-09

We can now offer a few scholarchips for master students from developing countries who apply to our eGov master program (see below). Grants are subject to competition. To be eligible the students must:

1. Provide a recommendation letter from her/his university
2. Apply before February 1st, 2008, providing information as of below.
3. Grants are subject to the student going back to work isn her/his home country after graduation.

The application deadline for Non-EU Applicants is February 1, 2008.

Further information is given by Dr. Anders Avdic: anders.avdic@esi.oru.se

For more information, please visit this page.