Please note that several VPH positions have recently become available. The following posts are available:

• Research Associate at Sheffield University
• Scientific grid workflow developer in the SHIWA project at CNRS
• PhD position in molecular modelling of receptor dimerisation

Further details are available on the VPH NoE website...

 Medical English specialist.

"English +" specialise in medical and paramedical English lessons.
 
As well as English lessons we can assist you in the preparations for medical seminaries and conferences, help with the writing of medical reports, documents and research findings. We can check slides and help prepare for public speaking appointments as well conference calls and meetings.

If you are interested in the above then please contact EMA on: Contact@EMAnet.org

We are currently looking for radiologists for a private hospital in Portugal.

Attractive conditions for serious candidates who are willing to invest themselves for the long term.

Professional accommodation will be provided. 

If you are interested in the above position please forward your CV by e-mail to: contact@EMAnet.org 

REMINDER!!

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

Have you remembered that the deadline for the Autumn 2009 selection for the UICC Yamagiwa-Yoshida Memorial International Cancer Study Grants (YY) is rapidly approaching?!

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 1 July 2009 (Autumn 2009 selection)

UICC Yamagiwa-Yoshida Memorial International Cancer Study Grants (YY)generously funded by the Japan National Committee for UICC, Toray Industries Inc, and Kyowa Hakko Kogyo Co. Ltd, Japan.

Target candidates: Investigators, clinicians, public health professionals 
Duration: 3 months 
Extension: Up to 3 months, funding secured by the Fellow with no extra costs to UICC 
Available: 14-16 per year 
Average value: US$ 10,000 each 
Funded by: Japan National Committee for UICC, Toray Industries Inc, Kyowa Hakko Kogyo Co. Ltd., Japan  
Application closing dates:  1^st July  
Notification of result: October 

Note: This is not a clinical training fellowship

Objectives

1. to initiate, set-up, or pursue bilateral cancer research projects with collaborating investigators abroad
2. to exchange and exploit complementary skills and material
3. to receive training in advanced experimental research methods and techniques.

Profile of eligible candidates

1. appropriate scientific or medical qualifications and experience,
2. active engagement in cancer research,
3. recent publications in the international peer-reviewed literature.

Research plan

1. basic, translational or applied cancer research.

Prevention-oriented projects are especially encouraged.

Twice-yearly competitive selections

1. are conducted by an international panel of experts
2. based on the
   1. scientific evaluation of the research plan
   2. experience and qualifications of the candidate
   3. suitability of the host organisation and host supervisor
   4. availability of appropriate facilities and resources to apply and disseminate the acquired skills upon return to the home organisation

Please feel free to forward this message onto other colleagues and friends who may be interested!

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at fellows@uicc.

PhD studentship: Development of molecular simulation methods for patient specific HIV drug treatment

The UCL Centre for Computational Science seeks to appoint a PhD student, funded by the UCLH/UCL Comprehensive Biomedical Research Centre (CBRC), to pursue an interdisciplinary, translational research project in the area of patient specific HIV drug treatment, using genotypic molecular simulation.  The project will be supervised by Professor Peter Coveney (UCL Centre for Computational Science) and Professor Deenan Pillay (UCL Centre for Infection), and will involve:

1. Analysis/development of current and alternative methods for molecular binding affinity calculation, for HIV enzymes and their anti-retroviral ligands
2. Development of a HIV-1 integrase/inhibitor binding affinity calculation system
3. Establishment of links with experimentalists to facilitate validation of findings from simulations and provide information on novel mutations and anti-retroviral mutational pathways to be investigated
4. Incorporation of new/improved HIV drug/enzyme simulations into patient–specific a treatment evaluation and decision support pipeline.

The post requires a candidate with a strong ability in physical/computational science, an affinity for and interest in biological sciences, and who is willing to integrate and progress their knowledge across these disciplines.

Students will register during the 2009/10 academic year for a three year full-time MPhil/PhD degree, with an expected commencement date of 1st October 2009. Funding includes UK/EU tuition fees and a tax-free stipend equivalent to the MRC rate of £15,100 (in 2008/9).  The position is available to both UK and EU applicants who must have, or expect to obtain, a very good first degree in a relevant subject (Chemistry, Physics, Molecular Virology, Computer Science) as a minimum qualification.

Further information about the project can be found at: http://ccs.chem.ucl.ac.uk/jobs

To apply, please send a covering letter, application form and CV by email to Nilufer Betik (n.betik@ucl.ac.uk), including the contact details of at least two academic referees.

The closing date for applications is Friday 15th May, 2009.

Application forms and details of the admissions process are available online at: 
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate-study/application-admission/downloadable-applications

Informal inquiries can be made to Professor P V Coveney by email (p.v.coveney@ucl.ac.uk).

The UCL Centre for Virology comprises various laboratories and researchers based within the Division of Infection and Immunity, and located at the Windeyer Institute of Medical Sciences in Fitzrovia. The group combines expertise from research and clinical backgrounds, and links laboratory research with computational science and bioinformatics. For more information see: http://www.vgb.ucl.ac.uk/

The UCLH/UCL Comprehensive Biomedical Research Centre (CBRC) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence in interdisciplinary, translational research.
A particular attraction of the studentship offered is the opportunity to work on a research project supervised by a leading researchers from within the CBRC and the broader environment of UCL Partners.

VPH Initiative jobs listing - new postdocs and studentships

1. Research assistant (PHD studentship): Scientific visualization, Graz University of  technology (TUG), Austria. Click here to learn more.

2.Research assistant (PHD studentship): medical computer vision, Graz University of technology (TUG), Austria. Click here to learn more.

3. Postdoctoral research position in computational biology/biophysics-Arizona State University USA. click here to learn more.

4. Ph.D. Position: Multi-scale computational models of brain tumors for medical image analysis - Inria Sophia-Antipolos, France. Click here to learn more.

5. Two postdoctoral positions,virtual physiological human network of excellence - CNRS, France. Click here to learn more.

6. Postdoctiralposition: Multiscale molecular simulations for the virtual physiological human - UPF, Spain. Click here to learn more.

International Agency for Research and Development (IARD)

The mission of The International Agency for Research and Development (IARD) is to help communities around the world address environmental, economic, and social challenges to build a better future shaped and shared by all.

IARD focuses on social-economic development in countries through projects, research and contributions. Projects in countries are focused on activities that support economic development and reduce poverty (improve the social conditions.) The objective is to facilitate development; enable and empower societies by skill development in management, leadership, knowledge, technologies, and businesses that leads to sustainable long term social and economic development, and to do it all with charity and volunteer commitment of experts.
 
We are now recruiting qualified individuals in the following positions to fulfil our set out goals.

Post Title:
Program Director

Locations:
Indonesia - Jakarta, Ghana- Accra

Remuneration:
A net salary per year $ 102,341 USD

Job Description
In close cooperation with IARD Senior Management, the Program Director will have two primary responsibilities:

1. Overall management of IARD's current program.
2. New program development including overall proposal preparation and submission for funding to potential donors such as USAID, UN Organization, World Bank, Foreign Governments, European Union, Foundations and private donors in Africa.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Ensure effective and efficient management.- Supervise and give guidance to program managers on project design, implementation, evaluation, and personnel issues.
2. Prepare detailed implementation plan, collect baseline data and develop operational procedures for the implementation of the new programs.
3. Ensure compliance with IARD and donors of operational and financial policies and procedures and reporting requirements; track grant spending.
4. Coordinate all IARD staff members for purposes of monitoring and evaluation of all USG and international donor programs.
5. Prepare monthly, semi-annual, and final program reports.
6. Coordinate and maintain professional working relations with local authorities, private organizations, and communities.
7. Maintain good working relationships with donors, Government of Host Country, and collaborating institutions, with frequent visits to project sites and communities.
8. Research and identify funding sources, proposal requirements, and submittal deadline for new programs in Host Country.
9. Write, edit, and proofread proposals to be submitted to donor agencies and private funding sources.
10. Secure new funding and extension funding for existing IARD  programs.
11. Increase IARD's local, national and international visibility through public relations.
12. Perform additional assignments as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 5 years management experience.
2. Bachelor's degree required; Graduate degree preferred.
3. Demonstrated ability to manage a series of complex, new and on-going activities, as well as provide leadership in a collegial team environment.
4. Fluent English; knowledge of French a plus.
5. High degree of integrity and amiable disposition desirable in building appropriate internal and external relationships.

Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be for an initial period of 3 years, renewable thereafter annually. Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave travel, a pension scheme, life and health insurance, vehicle for business and personal use, and free enrolment for dependent children in international school.

Post Title:
Director of Finance

Locations:
Indonesia - Jakarta, Ghana- Accra

Remuneration:
A net salary per year $ 95,121 USD

Job Description
IARD is seeking a Director of Finance, who will be reporting directly to the Director General. The Director of Finance would be primarily required to plan, lead, integrate, and Coordinate the financial services of the centre. He/she would thus have overall responsibility for providing high quality managerial and financial services to the research programs. As a member of IARD's senior management team, along with the Director General, the Assistant Directors General. The Director of Finance would be actively involved in the strategic planning and overall guidance of the Centre, and in developing and implementing an innovative and productive resource mobilization strategy.

The Director of Finance will perform the following specific duties: 

1. Advising the Director General on all matters relating to the finances of the Centre.
2. Liaising with IARD's independent auditors.
3. Ensuring that all financial accounts and records at the headquarters and outreach locations meet management, donor and other stakeholder requirements.
4. Ensuring that all accounting operations are effectively and efficiently performed.
5. Maintaining effective financial control over the assets and liabilities, income and disbursements of the Centre.
6. Preparing and maintaining periodic financial, analytical, and interpretive reports for the Management.
7. Providing statistical and analytical services to the programs, departments, and units, and assisting them in the formulation of project budgeting.
8. Setting high standards of professional, technical, and business conduct for the departmental staff.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. At least a Bachelor's degree in Accounting (an MBA or similar postgraduate degree is preferred) with additional professional accounting qualifications such as CPA or CA.
2. Minimum of 7 years experience in finance, 3 of which must be at the senior management level.
3. Formal training in management systems and procedures.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
5. Proficiency in the use of computerized information systems.
6. Fluency in spoken and written English (knowledge of French would be an
   Advantage)

Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be for an initial period of 3 years, renewable thereafter annually. Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave travel, a pension scheme, life and health insurance, vehicle for business and personal use, and free enrolment for dependent children in international school.

Post Title: 
Hospital Division Director for Central Europe

We are a Central Europe executive search firm currently seeking candidates for the position of Hospital Division Director for an International Healthcare company.We are comprised of several operating units with plans for further expansion in CEE and possibly into W. Europe. The role will ideally be based in Poland or CEE. Our client is the largest private healthcare provider in CEE for over 10 years.

Candidates for this role should have a senior level of experience for this executive position, candidates may come directly from a Hospital environment, the Insurance sector, or related consulting experience. Knowledge of operations and healthcare economics are also important. Preferably candidates will also have other international experience. Additionally, this will be a strategic position involved in leading business expansion and working closely with the executive team to expand the business.

For any further information regarding this Job role please contact:

Todd Savidge: t.savidge@pedersencee.com