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Subject: SMB Digest v13i36
SMB Digest September 4, 2013 Volume 13 Issue 36
ISSN 1086-6566
Editor: Ray Mejía ray(at)smb(dot)org
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Issue's Topics:
The Third UF SIAM Gators Conference
Last announcement of EpiNet Advanced School (Girona, 2013)
Call to AIBS Individual Members for Nominations for the AIBS BoD
New Springer Books
M.Sc. Position: Mathematical modelling - aquatic parasite dynamics
Fellowship Positions, Univ of Strathclyde, UK
Postdoc Research Position, Theoretical Ecology, University of Guelph
Assistant, Associate, Full Professor Positions, U Notre Dame
Tenure-track Faculty Positions, University of Maryland
Funding Opportunity: 2014 NIH Director's Early Independence Awards
SMBnet Reminders
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From: Hayriye Gulbudak <
hgulbudak@ufl.edu>
Date: Thu, Aug 29, 2013 at 4:51 PM
Subject: The Third UF SIAM Gators Conference
The Third UF SIAM Gators Conference will take place March 27-29, 2014,
in the Mathematics Department of the University of Florida. The conference
focuses on the following three areas:
1. Numerical Optimization and Applications
2. Mathematical Algorithms in Imaging
3. Mathematical Biology and Modeling
The conference is organized and hosted by the SIAM student chapter.
The presentations will be given by graduate student except for invited
keynote talks. Please see the following web site for information about
the conference, and the process for submitting an abstract:
http://www.math.ufl.edu/siam/3rdConference/conferenceS14
A proposal to support travel expenses of participants has been submitted
to the National Science Foundation.
Sincerely yours,
UF Student chapter of SIAM (SIAM Gators)
http://www.math.ufl.edu/siam/
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From: Joan Saldana <
jsaldana@imae.udg.edu>
Date: Sun, Sep 1, 2013 at 7:39 PM
Subject: Last announcement of EpiNet Advanced School (Girona, 2013)
Last announcement of EpiNet Advanced School (Girona, 2013)
We are pleased to announce the school "EpiNet Advanced School: Modelling
epidemics on networks" that will be held in Girona (Catalonia, Spain)
from 30 September to 3 October, 2013.
The goal of the school is to introduce concepts, modelling approaches,
and analytical tools that allow students and young researches to deal with
current research problems.
Lecturers (in alphabetical order) and topics:
1.- Tom Britton (University of Stockholm):
Topic: Stochastic modelling of epidemic on networks,
2.- Istvan Z Kiss (University of Sussex):
Topic: Exact and approximate epidemic models on static and dynamic networks
3.- Romulado Pastor-Satorras (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya):
Topic: Mean field theories for epidemics in networks
4.- Lorenzo Pellis (University of Warwick):
Topic: Epidemics in structured populations
5.- Caterina Scoglio (Kansas State University):
Topic: Epidemic models incorporating human responses
There will be room for short presentations by participants who wish to
present their current research.
Deadline for registration: September 15, 2013
Registration fee: 200 Euro
For further information, please visit the EpiNet website:
http://epinet2013.udg.edu/
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From: Diane Bosnjak <
dbosnjak@aibs.org>
Date: Tue, Sep 3, 2013 at 10:11 AM
Subject: Call to AIBS Individual Members for Nominations for the AIBS BoD
Dear American Institute of Biological Sciences,
This call for nominations for open seats on the 2014 AIBS Board of
Directors is going out to you -- the AIBS Individual Membership. Learn more
about how candidates can be nominated and elected by members in the information
below and in the AIBS Bylaws (
http://www.aibs.org/about-aibs/documents.html).
Deadline for nominations: September 30th 2013
Get involved in AIBS leadership!
Here is your chance to strengthen the biological community's leadership. The
AIBS Individual Membership elects two seats to the AIBS Board of Directors
(current roster at
http://www.aibs.org/about-aibs/board.html). Both of these
seats are open for the 2014 - 2016 term. The Vice President, Secretary, and
four other Board-elected seats are also open. Members are invited to nominate
suitable individuals for all of the open seats described above. Candidates
do not have to themselves be members of AIBS. All nominations submitted
with (1) a signed statement of consent from each person so nominated, (2)
that person's CV, and (3) an explanation of how they can help AIBS achieve
the goals of its strategic plan will be considered for the ballot by the
AIBS Leadership Development Committee. Please email nomination materials
to the AIBS Executive Director Richard O'Grady,
rogrady@aibs.org by 30
September 2013.
Members will be asked to vote on the two Member-elected seats later this
fall through online ballot.
For additional information, contact:
Richard O'Grady
Executive Director
rogrady@aibs.org
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From: Springer <
SpringerAlerts@springeronline.com>
Date: Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 10:24 PM
Subject: New Springer Books
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NEW ON SPRINGERLINK
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Mathematics
Mathematical and Computational Biology
Brownian Dynamics at Boundaries and Interfaces
Schuss, Zeev
http://www.springerlink.com/content/978-1-4614-7686-3?sa_campaign=email/NBA
Information and Life
Battail, Gérard
http://www.springerlink.com/content/978-94-007-7039-3?sa_campaign=email/NBA
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From: Amy Hurford <
ahurford@mun.ca>
Date: Tue, Sep 3, 2013 at 10:33 AM
Subject: M.Sc. Position: Mathematical modelling - aquatic parasite dynamics
M.Sc. position: Mathematical modelling - aquatic parasite dynamics
I invite applicants for an M.Sc. studentship in Biology involving the
mathematical modelling of an aquatic parasite. The research will involve
describing the effect of temperature and salinity on developmental rates,
determining how temporal trends in temperature and salinity affect population
dynamics, and validating the mathematical model with data. A competitive
salary will be offered and funding will be available for conference travel
and to pursue collaborations. Applicants should email Dr. Amy Hurford. This
email should include: (i) a short description of why you are interested
in the position, (ii) your CV, and (iii) transcripts pertaining to your
previous or ongoing studies (if possible). I will consider applications
as they are received. For full consideration applicants should indicate
their interest before September 15, 2013, although applications received
after this date may be considered. Applicants should be able to begin their
studies between January 1, 2014 and September 1, 2014.
Interdisciplinary training in biology, mathematics and/or experience in
computer programming is ideal, but only proficiency in one of these areas is
necessary where there is an interest to develop further skills in other areas.
Memorial University is located in St John's, Newfoundland, Canada. The
city offers many unique experiences with a vibrant arts community, stunning
coastline, and proximity to a variety of outdoor activities (hiking, fishing,
cross-country skiing, etc:
http://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com).
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From: Des Higham <
d.j.higham@strath.ac.uk>
Date: Thu, Aug 29, 2013 at 4:26 AM
Subject: Fellowship Positions, Univ of Strathclyde, UK
The University of Strathclyde is advertising
"Chancellor's Fellowships" in areas that include
Numerically-driven Health and Food Security, and
Complex Networks.
Successful applicants will work for a period of 5 years with a minimal
teaching load. After that period they will be transferred to faculty
appointments at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Reader level, according to
achievement.
Deadline for applications is 8 Sept, 2013. Further information can be found
at:
http://www.strathvacancies.co.uk/strategic-focus.html
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From: Chris Bauch <
cbauch@uwaterloo.ca>
Date: Tue, Sep 3, 2013 at 3:18 PM
Subject: Postdoc Research Position, Theoretical Ecology, University of Guelph
Postdoctoral Research Position in Theoretical Ecology
University of Guelph
Outstanding, highly motivated candidates are invited to apply for a
postdoctoral research position in theoretical ecology, with focus on
applications to sustainability science.
The successful applicant must have a strong quantitative background
including relevant research experience. The position requires expertise
in computer programming or modelling software; excellent written and oral
communication skills including ability to write draft manuscripts; ability
to work in a group on interdisciplinary research topics; and ability
to work collaboratively. Half of the researcher's time must be spent
on a recently funded grant from the McDonnell Foundation, as described
at
http://www.jsmf.org/grants/2012016/. The applicant will be based in
the laboratories of Professor Madhur Anand (
www.uoguelph.ca/~manand)
in the School of Environmental Sciences and Professor Chris Bauch
(
www.uoguelph.ca/~cbauch) in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics
at the University of Guelph. The applicant will have access to resources
such as the Infectious Diseases and Ecological Systems (IDES) Computational
Laboratory. Guelph is about one hour's drive from Toronto and its many
attractions and opportunities. Guelph has consistently been ranked as one
of the top 10 cities to live in Canada. The position is free from teaching
obligations although there may be opportunities to teach mathematics courses,
depending on demand for instructors.
The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for an
additional year subject to satisfactory performance. To apply, please send
a cover letter, research statement, representative publications, and a CV
including names and contact details of three references to Professors Chris
Bauch (
cbauch@uoguelph.ca) and Madhur Anand (
manand@uoguelph.ca). Applications
received prior to September 20, 2013 will receive priority but applications
will be considered until the position is filled. The position is to start
in Fall 2013 or Winter 2014.
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From: Kathy Phillips <
Kathy.Phillips@nd.edu>
Date: Fri, Aug 30, 2013 at 1:13 PM
Subject: Assistant, Associate, Full Professor Positions, U Notre Dame
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Statistics
The University of Notre Dame has committed six new faculty positions to the
Department of Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics (ACMS)
to be filled over the next three years. Positions at both the junior and
senior level are available. At this time we especially seek a statistician
at the tenured level in any area of research that builds on our existing
activities. Preference will be given to applicants whose statistical research
includes multi-disciplinary collaborations.
ACMS includes research groups in applied mathematics, statistics
and computational science. The current eleven faculty members have
research interests in Bayesian statistics, statistical bioinformatics
and high-dimensional data, finance, statistics in networks and Big Data,
multiscale modeling of blood clotting and biofilms, mathematical modeling
in cell biology and tumor growth, MEMS, and numerical and computational
algorithms. ACMS offers a Bachelor of Science, a doctoral degree, a research
masters degree and a professional masters degree. ACMS is a member of the
College of Science.
The successful applicant must have a doctorate in statistics, biostatistics
or a closely related field, and a record of success in both research and
teaching. The teaching load in ACMS is 3 courses per year, and the position
begins in August 2014. Applications received by December 1, 2013 will be
given full consideration.
Applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae and research and
teaching statements, should be filed through MathJobs (
www.MathJobs.org).
Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation
to be submitted through the MathJobs system. These letters should address the
applicant's research accomplishments and supply evidence that the applicant
has the ability to communicate articulately and teach effectively. Senior
faculty are invited to contact the Department Chair, Steven Buechler,
at
buechler.1@nd.edu, at any time.
Notre Dame is an equal opportunity employer, and we particularly welcome
applications from women and minority candidates.
Assistant Professor of Applied Mathematics
The University of Notre Dame has committed six new faculty positions to
the Department of Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics
(ACMS) to be filled over the next three years. Positions at both the junior
and senior level are available. At this time we especially seek to hire an
assistant professor in multidisciplinary applied mathematics in any research
specialty that builds on our existing activities. Exceptional candidates
at the tenured level may also be considered.
ACMS includes research groups in applied mathematics, mathematical
and computational biology, statistics and computational science. The
current eleven faculty members have research interests in mathematical,
computational and multiscale modeling in biology, especially of blood
clotting, biofilms, cellular biology and tumor growth; applied analysis;
numerical and computational algorithms; Bayesian statistics; statistical
bioinformatics and high-dimensional data; finance; statistics in networks and
Big Data. ACMS offers a Bachelor of Science, a doctoral degree, a research
masters degree and a professional masters degree. ACMS is a member of the
College of Science.
The successful applicant must have a doctorate in applied mathematics,
mathematics, computational science, or a closely related field, and a
record of success in both research and teaching. The teaching load in ACMS
is 3 courses per year, and the position begins in August 2014. Applications
received by December 1, 2013 will be given full consideration.
Applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae and research and
teaching statements, should be filed through MathJobs (
www.MathJobs.org).
Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation
to be submitted through the MathJobs system. These letters should address the
applicant's research accomplishments and supply evidence that the applicant
has the ability to communicate articulately and teach effectively. Senior
faculty are invited to contact the Department Chair, Steven Buechler,
at
buechler.1@nd.edu, at any time.
Notre Dame is an equal opportunity employer, and we particularly welcome
applications from women and minority candidates.
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From: Marco Colombini <
colombini@umd.edu>
Date: Tue, Sep 3, 2013 at 11:57 AM
Subject: Tenure-track Faculty Positions, University of Maryland
http://jobs.sciencecareers.org/job/317129/tenure-track-faculty-positions/
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From: "Murcia, Ellie (NIH/OD) [E]" <
murciae@OD.NIH.GOV>
Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 13:06:27 +0000
Resent-From: Raymond Mejía <
mejiar@helix.nih.gov>
Subject: Funding Opportunity: 2014 NIH Director's Early Independence Awards
Funding Opportunity Announcement:
2014 NIH Director's Early Independence Awards
The National Institutes of Health Common Fund announces the FY 2014
funding opportunity for the NIH Director's Early Independence Awards (EIA)
<
http://commonfund.nih.gov/earlyindependence/index.aspx>. The EIA initiative
allows exceptional junior scientists to accelerate their transition to an
independent research career by "skipping" the traditional postdoctoral
training. To be eligible, candidates must be within one year (before
or after) of completion of their terminal degree or clinical residency
at the time of application. Each institution (as defined by a unique
DUNS identifier) may submit up to two applications in response to this
FOA. Letters of intent are due Dec. 31, 2013. Applications are due January
31, 2014. See the instructions in the Funding Opportunity Announcement
<
http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-RM-13-009.html>
(RFA-RM-13-009).
To facilitate the "matching" of prospective candidates with
potential host institutions, the NIH Common Fund has created a website
(
http://commonfund.nih.gov/earlyindependence/matchingportal/index.aspx) in
which institutions may indicate their interest in hosting EIA awardees and
provide pertinent information. This website will be updated periodically as
institutions provide information. Interested institutions are encouraged
to provide information on the website by October 1, 2013. Prospective
candidates may visit this website to determine which institutions are
interested in hosting candidates and follow up directly with institutions
accordingly. Note that while registration by institutions is encouraged, it
is not required and institutions and candidates may match through other means.
Responses to Frequently Asked Questions about the Early Independence Awards
initiative are available at
http://commonfund.nih.gov/earlyindependence/faq2014.aspx.
An informational webinar has been scheduled for Oct. 10, 2013. Additional
webinar details will be posted on the EIA website
<
http://commonfund.nih.gov/earlyindependence/index.aspx>
when they become available. Send questions about the EIA initiative to
earlyindependence@mail.nih.gov.
The NIH Common Fund (formerly the NIH Roadmap) encourages collaboration and
supports a series of exceptionally high impact, trans-NIH programs. These
programs are supported by the Common Fund, and managed by the NIH Office of
the Director in partnership with the various NIH Institutes, Centers and
Offices. Additional information about the NIH Common Fund can be found at
http://commonfund.nih.gov. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) - "The
Nation's Medical Research Agency" - includes 27 Institutes and Centers and
is a component of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. It is
the primary federal agency for conducting and supporting basic, clinical and
translational medical research, and it investigates the causes, treatments
and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about
NIH and its programs, visit
http://www.nih.gov.
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