Scholarships and Fellowships
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Undergraduate: Linfield College in Oregon
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Post Doc: Postdoctoral position focusing on societal aspects of nanotech: UC, Santa Barbara
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Grant: Franklin Research Grants
Linfield College- Undergraduate scholarship for International students
Linfield College, a small private undergraduate institution in McMinnville, Oregon, offers partial tuition scholarships to qualified international students. The amount awarded is determined primarily by the student’s academic record as indicated on official transcripts, with some consideration also given to TOEFL or IELTS or SAT scores. The value of these awards ranges from $14,000 for an equivalent 3.4 GPA up to $20,000 for students with a 3.8 or higher GPA. A Campus Employment opportunity is usually added to the scholarship award, so the student can earn up to $2,520 per year by working on campus.
The total cost at Linfield for the 2009-2010 year for an international student will be approximately $41,000. This amount covers all expected expenses, including the cost of the optional January Term, the required Linfield health insurance plan, and an estimated $1,100 for personal expenses.
For more information contact Mr. Floyd Schrock in the office of admission at fschrock@linfield.edu. Linfield College is on the web at www.linfield.edu.
POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN THE SOCIETAL ASPECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS OF NANOMATERIALS
Postdoctoral position focusing on societal aspects of nanotech. It’s open to Ph.D.s from lots of disciplines, but environmental sociologists might have especially strong interests (and capabilities to offer). Details follow:
POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN THE SOCIETAL ASPECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS OF NANOMATERIALS: Environmental Risk Perception. University of California, Santa Barbara.
A multidisciplinary team of social scientists is seeking a postdoctoral-level researcher to study the societal aspects of emerging effects of nanomaterials (NMs) in the environment, with a particular focus on US public and expert risk perception and comparative risk analysis. The specific project opportunities include: survey research on US public perceptions of nanotech environmental risk; comparative analysis of other technological and environmental risk controversies; social amplification
and attenuation of risk; constructed preference and decision pathways; vulnerability, gender, race and risk perception; mental modeling and risk communication.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in a relevant social, behavioral, or environmental studies field, including Ph.D’s from interdisciplinary environmental studies programs as well as those offered through sociology, anthropology, geography, communications, social psychology, political science, and/or law. The applicant must have demonstrated experience in related research, and a record of communicating research results. Quantitative data analysis expertise required; mixed quantitative/qualitative methods research background highly desirable.
The position will be available starting October 1, 2009 or later and is full time with a beginning salary of $42,000-$46,000 (plus health benefits) depending on experience. Applications should have completed the PhD no more than 6 years prior, although exceptions can be made where a hiatus from academic work can be explained. The initial appointment is for 1-year on this multiyear project; continuation beyond 1 year will be based on performance and funding. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of research interests, and the names of three referees to imelda@icess.ucsb.edu. Initial review of applications will begin on September 1, 2009, however the position will remain open until filled. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.
An Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.
William R. Freudenburg
Dehlsen Professor of Environment and Society
Environmental Studies Program
University of California
Santa Barbara, CA 93106-4160
phone: 805-893-8282 fax: 805-893-8686
http://www.es.ucsb.edu/faculty/freudenburg.php
Franklin Research Grants
Grant Deadline: 2009-10-01
Scope
The Franklin Research Grants, first given in 1933, are small grants to scholars intended to support the cost of research leading to publication in all areas of knowledge. The Franklin program is particularly designed to help meet the cost of travel to libraries and archives for research purposes; the purchase of microfilm, photocopies or equivalent research materials; the costs associated with fieldwork; or laboratory research expenses.
Eligibility
Applicants are expected to have a doctorate or to have published work of doctoral character and quality. Ph.D. candidates are not eligible, but the Society is especially interested in supporting the work of young scholars who have recently received the doctorate.
Award
From $1,000 to $6,000.
Deadlines
For applications and two letters of support:
* October 1, 2009, for a January 2010 decision for work in February through December
* December 1, 2009, for a March 2010 decision for work in April through December
Linda Musumeci
Research Administrator
American Philosophical Society
104 S. Fifth Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-440-3429
Email: lmusumeci@amphilsoc.org
Visit the website at http://www.amphilsoc.org/grants/franklin.htm
