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SciDev.Net is looking for a marketing manager with responsibility for drawing up and implementing a marketing and promotion strategy for the organisation. Tasks will include managing the contacts database, organising promotion and outreach campaigns (electronic and print), analysing and monitoring website statistics, conducting marketing surveys, and working with our regional offices to develop local marketing strategies.

The job will be based at the main SciDev.Net office in Central London.

Experience Required
At least three years' experience in a marketing and communications role, involving the use of both web- and print-based media
Practical experience of writing, editing and proofing promotional materials for a variety of audiences · A solid working knowledge of website design
Sound experience in using Access database and other contacts databases (Lyris is desirable, but not essential)
Practical knowledge of print production, with experience of briefing designers and printers to a range of formats
Excellent design sense
Strong project management and communication skills · Basic knowledge of monitoring and evaluation procedures
A broad interest in science and technology as it relates to the developing world
Ability to work legally in the United Kingdom
A scientific background is desirable but not essential

A working knowledge of Spanish, French or Chinese is desirable but not essential

Salary Benefits
Starting salary: £27,000 - £29,000 (depending on experience) + pension scheme contribution

Application Procedure
Send a covering letter, CV and samples of your work to jobs@scidev.net or by post to: Att: Operations Manager, SciDev.Net, 97/99 Dean Street, London W1D 3TE, UK.

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Medical Care Development International (MCDI) seeks an experienced Malaria Case Management Coordinator to work in Equatorial Guinea, to work with the Bioko Island Malaria Control Program (BIMCP), a programme funded by Marathon Oil Company, which includes case management, vector control (indoor residual spraying and distribution of treated mosquito nets), and monitoring an evaluation. The Case Management Officer will be based in Malabo.

Responsibilities
Job responsibilities for the Case Management Officer would include:

providing technical assistance and supervision of Government health staff engaged in malaria case management with ACT and IPT;
organising and facilitating training of government staff, including on-the-job training during supervisions;
overseeing the project’s drug supply management activities in the field;
assisting in the dissemination of health education and health information, and participating as required in the development or refinement of educational materials;
participating in field studies, both quantitative and qualitative; and
communicating and coordinating with home office on program and management-related activities.
Experience Required
This position requires:

Medical degree or master of public health degree;
10+ years of experience in the implementation of international health programmes;
spanish language proficiency (written and spoken); and
prior teaching/training experience.
Preference will be given to candidates who:

have work experience in Africa;
have work experience in malaria case management using new combination therapies;
have experience in the effective management of drugs and other medical supplies;
have experience in the design and/or implementation of IEC interventions for health;
have experience in the implementation of quality assurance programmes;
are willing to undertake regular field level supervision;
have prior experience in health planning;
have practical experience in implementing health information systems;
have prior experience in conducting household surveys (experience in data analysis a plus);
have strong IT skills;
are able to work well as part of a team and motivate performance in others; and
have US citizenship.
Salary Benefits
Job benefits include paid housing, health insurance, malaria prophylaxis, paid vacation and travel to of record, exemption from local taxes, and other benefits.

Application Procedure
Interested individuals should send a CV and brief cover letter to mcdi@mcd.org with the subject line reading "Malaria Program Case Management Officer".

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POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP, NIH
A postdoctoral fellowship dedicated to neuroimaging studies of higher level language processing and functional recovery in aphasia is available in the Language Section, NIDCD, NIH Intramural Program, Bethesda, MD.

We conduct multimodal imaging studies using hemodynamic (fMRI, PET) and electrophysiological (EEG, MEG) techniques. An ideal candidate would have experience with one or more of these, or other functional imaging
methods, and a strong interest in using them to study brain-language relationships.

A PhD or MD degree is required. Knowledge of MRI or MEG and/or experience in statistical methods, computer programming or image processing is strongly preferred. The fellowship carries an initial contract of two years
with an option to renew. The typical duration of such a fellowship is three to five years.

Allen R. Braun, M.D.
Chief, Language Section
National Institute on Deafness
and Other Communication Disorders
National Institutes of Health
Building 10, Room 8S235A
Bethesda, Maryland 20892

Phone: 301-402-1497
Fax_ 301-451-5353
brauna [at] nidcd.nih.gov

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The Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig, Germany, invites you to apply for a
PhD position (code number "D 2/08")

The focus of our multi-disciplinary research group is on translational approaches to investigate the neural correlates of cognitive and behavioral dysfunctions in neurodegenerative disorders by applying voxel-based morphometry (VBM). More specifically, we want to use clinical (comprehensive neuropsychological) data from a large patient group of the Day Clinic of Cognitive Neurology at the University of Leipzig and relate it to atrophy and decreases in glucose utilization (as measured by MRI and FDG-PET). The main focus of the project is placing dementia in a framework of cognitive neuroscience. Findings might be embedded into future behavioral and/or functional imaging studies.

Candidates with a background in medicine, psychology or a related field should be interested in clinical neuroscience, neuroplasticity, as well as in higher cognitive function and brain imaging. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and have a strong interest in this exciting research area.

A background in MRI analysis techniques (SPM, Matlab etc.) and good statistical skills would be of advantage. The Max Planck Institute in Leipzig offers an excellent multi-disciplinary and interactive research environment with access to excellent research facilities (3T and 7T research MRI scanners, MEG, EEG, NIRS and TMS devices). The candidate will profit from the neuropsychological expertise of the Day Clinic of Cognitive Neurology that is tightly affiliated to the Max Planck Institute. The position is funded for maximally 3 years from now and will be held open until suitable candidates have been found.

For further details please contact PD Dr. rer. nat. Karsten Müller or PD Dr. med. Matthias Schroeter (email karstenm[at]cbs.mpg.de/schroet[at]cbs.mpg.de or phone: +49 (0) 341-35521733/-9724962).

In order to increase the proportion of female staff members, female scientists are particularly encouraged. Disabled applicants are preferred if qualification is equal. Please send your application including the name of referees by post, citing the code number, to
Max-Planck-Institut für Kognitions- und Neurowissenschaften
Verwaltung
Postfach 500355
04303 Leipzig

http://www.cbs.mpg.de

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A Postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Entomology (Director: Prof. David G. Heckel) at the Max-Planck-Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena/Germany (http://www.ice.mpg.de/hec/home/home_en.htm?mp=134). The institute is international in character, with English the daily scientific language.

We aim at establishing herbivore model systems of economic importance to study physiological, molecular, evolutionary and genetic adaptations to host plant compounds and insecticides in the field. We are interested in identifying large-scale physiological changes of Lepidopteran larvae exposed to plant secondary metabolites with custom microarrays to identify toxin-induced genes, general detoxification mechanisms and a correlation of plant-derived factors with specific insect
counterdefenses (e.g. detoxification, coping with oxidative stress) in several Lepidoptera. Identification and verification of candidate genes by heterologous expression, biochemical characterizations, evolutionary analysis within and between species will be followed by manipulation of these in insects (transformation and RNAi). Candidates should have the following: A PhD in genetics, genomics, biochemistry or a related field. Drive and motivation to solve difficult scientific problems. Good communication/interpersonal skills, good experimental skills and thorough experience in molecular biology or evolutionary biology. A background in the application of bioinformatic methods to genome studies and/or microarray analysis or biochemistry would be a competitive advantage. E-mail inquiries are welcome to Heiko Vogel (hvogel[at]ice.mpg.de). Applications (preferably by e-mail) should include cover letter, CV, names and contact info for 2 references, pdf's of two most significant publications or manuscripts. Review will begin February 2008, and will continue until the position is filled.

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SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement programs to serve the career advancement related needs of NY area graduate students and post-docs. Develop events to provide networking and educational opportunities for young scientists. Working closely with other departments at the Academy, help raise support and publicize events and programs.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conceptualize, develop, implement, and promote programs and events on career issues for grad students and post docs, taking advantage of the Academy's unique resource as an institution at the intersection of academe, business, and government, with its enormous convening and dissemination power.

For a complete description of the job, please see:
http://www.nyas.org/about/careers.asp

REQUIREMENTS:
Ph.D. in the sciences (Master's degree with relevant experience also considered) with at least 2 years experience in program management. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to multi-task, work creatively and independently as well as function in a team environment. Must be available to travel 10% - 20% of time. >

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications should include the following: CV or résumé, cover letter that includes salary history and/or requirements, and a 1-2 page analysis of the Science Alliance program to include in its programming initiatives. This statement should reflect an understanding of emerging trends in graduate student and postdoc career mentoring programs and anticipated challenges. Please email your application to wcaruso (at) nyas.org. Please visit: www.nyas.org

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DEPARTMENT: Programs

REPORTS TO: Chief Scientific Officer

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and manage Academy's Frontiers of Science program in cutting-edge areas of science and technology. Work with leaders in the field, primarily from Tri-State area academic and industrial research institutions, to develop new symposia and seminar series and to ensure full support for their activities. Collaborate with publishing staff to create unique web and print products based on content from the Frontiers of Science meetings.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Track current science and technology topics in "hot," emerging interdisciplinary areas. Identify and work with thought leaders in each area and invite their participation in launching seminar series / discussion groups (approximately 40 meetings annually). Once leaders are enlisted, work with them to develop appropriate format and content for discussion groups. Assist leaders in developing lists and other means of communication with researchers in their fields. Coordinate logistics of meetings with discussion group leaders and other Academy staff. Prepare and manage budget for the Frontiers of Science program. Working with the VP, Publishing and Communications and other editorial and technical staff, for each discussion area facilitate the development of web-related content to serve participants and other Academy members. Identify and/or develop appropriate tools, databases, video presentations, summaries, and linked or proprietary resources to promote traffic to Academy-related content and to disseminate content created in the Frontiers of Science program. Similarly help invent new formats and shape content for print publications. Working with the Directors of Marketing and Membership, help identify products, collaborations, and outlets to promote sales, conferences, seminars, website traffic, and membership. Work with the Vice-President of Business Development to enlist corporate sponsorships for programmatic initiative. Work closely with Program Department Directors (Conferences, Physical Sciences and Engineering, and Science Alliance programs) to develop collaborative programs and events.

REQUIREMENTS
Advanced degree in sciences (PhD preferred); five years experience in an academic, industrial research and/or science publishing field. Program management and administrative experience required. Strong communication skills and proven ability to work creatively and independently.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications should include the following: CV or résumé, cover letter that includes salary history and/or requirements, and a 1–2 page analysis of potential new areas for the Frontiers of Science program to include in its programming initiatives. This statement should reflect an understanding of emerging trends in the biological, chemical and computational sciences as they relate to the Life Sciences in general. Please email your application to wcaruso (at) nyas.org. Please visit: www.nyas.org.

http://www.nyas.org/about/careers.asp

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Product Development Scientist supporting our Kashi Division. This opportunity is located in Battle Creek, Michigan. The Lead Product Development Scientist manages and leads medium to large size projects to introduce new products, improve product quality and efficiency in operations throughout the Kashi business. This individual has a major impact in the Kashi team as a technical resource to all functions and provides high impact support to project teams. Exhibits innovation in discovery, advancement, and evaluation of new technologies in the area of food/process research and development.

•Plans and delivers projects within the appropriate systems while challenging those systems to improve performance.
•Demonstrates leadership within a natural, organic, and healthy foods formulation and assists the team in building these competencies.
•Adept at deploying technical discoveries in food product concepts that meet consumer needs or meet internal needs for efficiency improvement or cost avoidance. Demonstrates ability to deliver complex projects through formulation and process knowledge, and incorporates new information and ingredients to maximize value and distinctiveness of Kashi foods. Although this position does not have formal direct reports, incumbent will demonstrate leadership in project teams and may have manager accountability for interns.
•Appropriate communication is essential, and the ability to mentor junior teammates is a strong indicator of success. Develops strong relationships with business partners in Marketing, Sensory, Operations, and throughout the business to work at top efficiency and communicate effectively with partners.
•Will leverage system capabilities of Kellogg as well as within Kashi, and will adapt effectively to both companies’ distinctive cultures.
•Additionally, this position requires a strong external network including suppliers, consultants, and manufacturers.

Requirements:
This job requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields with a minimum of 6 years experience, or a Master of Science or PhD degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields with a minimum of 5 years experience.

The individual must possess leadership, cost consciousness, communication skills, and diplomacy that will promote good relations with internal and external partners, in addition to demonstrating strong technical capabilities and delivering against accountabilities.

Work in non-local manufacturing or test facilities is typically required 30 to 40 percent of the time. Most travel is anticipated to be domestic.

Projects frequently require working beyond the normal workday hours, shift work, and on weekends.

Operation of process equipment may be necessary, especially in pilot plant and kitchen.

To Apply:
In order to be considered for this opening you must apply online at www.kelloggcareers.com.