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Issue's Topics: High School Internship in Integrated Mathematical Oncology, Moffitt
Short Term Educational Program towards Digestive & Metabolic Physiology
Summer Fellowships for Young Scientists, IIASA, Austria
9th IUPAP Conference on Biological Physics, 5-9 June, Brazil
CfA: ICMNS 2017, Abstracts Due Jan 31
3rd Int. Workshop on Machine learning, Optimization & Big Data
CfP: 7th International Conference on Model and Data Engineering
Announcements about Letters in Biomathematics and BEER
Postdoc: Mathematical Modeling & Simulation of Spatial/Stochastic ...
Tenure-track Position, Systems Biology, University of South Carolina
Faculty Positions in Mathematics and Statistics, UTRGV
Vacancies (Lecturer to Professor), Math/Math Stat, U Manchester
Academic Administrator III in LS Core Curriculum, UCLA
Beyer Professor of Applied Mathematics, University of Manchester, UK
NIH Update: New Application Instruction Guide; Perspectives ...
SMBnet Reminders
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From: Enderling, Heiko <Heiko.Enderling@moffitt.org>
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 2017 at 9:55 AM
Subject: High School Internship in Integrated Mathematical Oncology, Moffitt
High School Internship in Integrated Mathematical Oncology
The Integrated Mathematical Oncology Department at Moffitt Cancer Center in
Tampa, FL, is accepting application for the 8 weeks High School Internship
Program in Integrated Mathematical Oncology (HIP IMO), June 5 - July 28, 2017.
HIP IMO is an Integrated Mathematical Oncology centric internship program
that delivers interdisciplinary team science research experiences for
high school students aged 16 or older by the time of the internship. This
mentored training program is designed for motivated aspiring scientists to
help prepare them for interdisciplinary cancer research careers. Working
under the direction and guidance of IMO. faculty/scientist mentors, interns
are involved in activities designed to foster the development of life-long
research skills. There is no cost for participation in the program, but
also no scholarship can be provided. Detailed information and application
details can be found online at http://labpages.moffitt.org/imo/hip-imo/,
or by emailing HIPIMO@moffitt.org.
Application deadline: March 1, 2017
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From: Santiago Schnell <schnells@umich.edu>
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 2017 at 4:15 PM
Subject: Short Term Educational Program towards Digestive & Metabolic Physiology
The Department of Molecular & Integrative Physiology at the University of
Michigan is pleased to offer Summer Fellows under the Short Term Education
Program towards Digestive and Metabolic Physiology to support undergraduate
students from engineering, computational sciences, mathematics or other
quantitative backgrounds to apply their expertise to research relevant to
digestive and metabolic physiology and associated diseases.
Students currently enrolled at any degree granting university or college
are eligible to apply, with preference give to those students interested
in a career in research. Each student will be matched, based on their
interests, to a laboratory led by a faculty member of the University of
Michigan Medical School. This collection of laboratories is involved in
nationally recognized research, in topics such as obesity and diabetes,
endocrine and metabolic diseases, kidney and urologic diseases, nutrition
and weight control.
The stipend for 2017 will be $4200, pre-tax, for twelve weeks of full-time
work from May 30 to August 18. The start and end date of the fellowship may
be change to accommodate overlap with academic year at home institution,
if necessary. The laboratory hands-on research is completed with a weekly
seminar series with presentations on responsible conduct of research,
career advice and couching, and how loss of physiological regulation leads
to digestive and metabolic diseases. There will be a research forum at
the end of the summer in which fellows will present their work, as well as
opportunities to attend research seminars throughout the summer.
Further details and application materials are available from the fellowship
website: https://sites.google.com/a/umich.edu/step/home
The deadline for applications is February 3, 2017
This summer fellowship program is partially funded by the National Institute
of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (Grant No. R25 DK088752)
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From: Åke Brännström <ake.brannstrom@math.umu.se>
Date: Thu, Jan 5, 2017 at 8:31 AM
Subject: Summer Fellowships for Young Scientists, IIASA, Austria
Summer Fellowships for Young Scientists at the International Institute for
Applied Systems Analysis, Austria
Funding is available for PhD students interested in three months of
collaborative research during June to August 2017 on
Evolutionary and Ecological Modeling
at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) in
Laxenburg, Austria.
Young scientists from all countries are eligible for stipends provided by
IIASA's Evolution and Ecology Program (EEP) that contribute to travel and
accommodation costs. Students from IIASA's 24 member countries - Australia,
Austria, Brazil, China, Egypt, Finland, Germany, India, Indonesia, Iran,
Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands, Norway, Pakistan, Russia,
South Africa, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, USA, and Vietnam - are
eligible for fellowships that provide full coverage of travel, accommodation,
and living expenses.
Model-based summer research projects are invited in the following indicative
areas:
Evolution of cooperation
Governance of common goods
Systemic risk and network dynamics
Eco-evolutionary dynamics
Evolutionary community ecology
Food-web evolution
Vegetation dynamics
Adaptive speciation
Disease ecology and evolution
Evolutionary conservation biology
Fisheries management
Fisheries-induced evolution
Adaptive dynamics theory and models
Spatial models in ecology and evolution
Applicants are encouraged to prepare a research proposal that corresponds
to their scientific interests and to EEP's research agenda. Accepted
applicants will begin work before the summer, by planning their research
in collaboration with their IIASA supervisors. Previous experiences with
implementing and studying evolutionary or ecological models are important
assets for working in EEP. To improve chances of being selected, potential
applicants are highly welcome to send informal inquiries regarding their
specific research interests and plans to EEP's program director Ulf Dieckmann
(dieckmann@iiasa.ac.at).
Online applications will be accepted until Wednesday, January 11, 2017
(24:00 CET).
Since 1977, IIASA's annual Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP), has
attracted 1800+ students from 86 countries. The YSSP 2017 will take place
from June 1 to August 31. IIASA is located in the former summer palace of
Austria's royal family, ca. 15 km south of Vienna. IIASA's summer program
offers exceptional opportunities for acquiring experience in an international
and interdisciplinary research environment. Research training is based on
regular personal interaction with advising scientists, and typically leads
to a publication in an international journal, as well as to a chapter in
a candidate's PhD thesis.
Some useful links:
+ Information about IIASA's Evolution and Ecology Program
http://www.iiasa.ac.at/eep
+ Details about the summer program, and online application
http://www.iiasa.ac.at/web/home/education/yssp/Apply/ConditionsEligibility/Conditions-and-Eligibility.en.html
+ Examples of successful YSSP projects
http://www.iiasa.ac.at/web/home/research/researchPrograms/EvolutionandEcology/AbouttheProgram/YSSP-in-EEP.en.html
+ General information about IIASA
http://www.iiasa.ac.at/web/home/about/whatisiiasa/what_is_iiasa.html
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From: Veronica Grieneisen (JIC) <Veronica.Grieneisen@jic.ac.uk>
Date: Mon, Jan 9, 2017 at 6:44 AM
Subject: 9th IUPAP Conference on Biological Physics, 5-9 June, Brazil
9TH IUPAP INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON BIOLOGICAL PHYSICS 5 TO 9 JUNE, 2017,
RIO DE JANEIRO
We are proud to announce 9th IUPAP International Conference on Biological
Physics (ICBP2017), to be held in Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil, from 5 to 9
June 2017. This event belongs to a series of conferences of the International
Union of Pure and Applied Physics - IUPAP that congregates physicists and
biosciences scientists to present and discuss recent results and inventions
at the frontiers of biological physics, approaching different aspects of
living systems.
As previous editions, the first two days of the conference will encompass
training workshops, and the remaining three days will include plenary
lectures, research symposia, poster sessions, and one special session
honoring the winner/winners of the IUPAP C6 Young Scientist Prize.
Satellite meetings are also confirmed to be held just before or after the
conference: Workshop on Cell Migration (Porto Alegre, RS), Workshop in Systems
Biology, (Natal, RN), Workshop on Active Matter (Porto de Galinhas, PE).
http://www.if.ufrgs.br/icbp2017
DEADLINES
Abstract submission: April 15, 2017
Early registration: April 15, 2017
Registration: May 25, 2017
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From: Zachary Kilpatrick <zpkilpat@colorado.edu>
Date: Sun, Jan 8, 2017 at 11:38 PM
Subject: CfA: ICMNS 2017, Abstracts Due Jan 31
This is a reminder that Abstract Submissions are due January 31, 2017 for
the 3rd International Conference on Mathematical Neuroscience (ICMNS 2017),
to be held at the Hotel Boulderado in Boulder, Colorado from May 30 to June
2, 2017.
https://www.math.uh.edu/~zpkilpat/icmns2017/index.html
Meeting registration will open soon.
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From: Giuseppe Nicosia <nicosia@dmi.unict.it>
Date: Mon, Jan 9, 2017 at 2:52 AM
Subject: 3rd Int. Workshop on Machine learning, Optimization & Big Data
3rd International Workshop on Machine learning, Optimization and Big Data -
MOD 2017
An Interdisciplinary Workshop: Machine Learning, Optimization and Data Science
without Borders - SIAF Learning Village - Volterra (Pisa) Tuscany, September
14-17, 2017
http://www.taosciences.it/mod/
modworkshop2017@gmail.com
Paper submission deadline: February 28, 2017
http://www.taosciences.it/mod/call-for-papers/
https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=mod2017
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From: <djurica.salamon@dmi.uns.ac.rs>
Date: Thu, Jan 5, 2017 at 5:41 AM
Subject: CfP: 7th International Conference on Model and Data Engineering
CALL FOR PAPERS MEDI 2017
The 7th International Conference on Model and Data Engineering (MEDI 2017)
4 - 6 October 2017
Barcelona, Spain
URL: http://www.essi.upc.edu/dtim/medi2017/
IMPORTANT DATES:
Full paper submission: April 28, 2017
Notification of acceptance: June 20, 2017
Camera-ready Submission: July 6, 2017
Conference: October 4,5, and 6, 2017
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From: Highlander, Hannah <highland@up.edu>
Date: Fri, Jan 6, 2017 at 6:13 PM
Subject: Announcements about Letters in Biomathematics and BEER
1) I am very happy to report that Letters in Biomathematics (LiB) has
been accepted for inclusion in the Directory of Open Access Journals
(https://doaj.org/toc/2373-7867). This is an important milestone for LiB.
Please visit www.lettersinbiomath.org for more information.
2) LiB just released Vol. 4. It can be accessed by visiting
http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/tlib20?open=4&repitition=0#vol_4.
3) Taylor and Francis, publisher of LiB, has just announced that Article
Processing Charges for LiB is being reduced from $700 to $600 for 2017.
4) I am also happy to announce that Spora, a journal of undergraduate research
in biomathematics, has just released Vol. 2. Please visit www.sporajournal.org
for more information as well as to access to already published articles.
5) Mark your calendars: The 10th Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology
Education and Research (BEER) will take place on October 6-8, 2017 at
Illinois State University, Normal, IL. Watch for the announcements in the
coming weeks for more information.
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From: William Holmes <william.holmes@vanderbilt.edu>
Date: Mon, Jan 9, 2017 at 2:20 PM
Subject: Postdoc: Mathematical Modeling & Simulation of Spatial/Stochastic ...
Position Type: Postdoctoral Fellow
Start Date: 2017 (Negotiable)
Faculty Advisor: Dr. William R. Holmes
Position Description:
The Theoretical Biophysics Lab led by Dr. William Holmes at Vanderbilt is
looking for a talented and motivated quantitative scientist with experience in
mathematical modeling and simulation of spatial and / or stochastic systems.
This fellow would work in a collaborative group on a number of projects,
most centrally, an NSF funded investigation of early mammalian embryonic
development. The goal of this project is to use modeling to understand
how stochasticity propagates in gene regulatory networks, how that noise
influences spatial organization of the early embryo, and more generally
how different developmental processes contribute to the construction of
the first discernible structures in the pre-implantation embryo.
While this search is primarily associated with this project, additional
positions are possible and exceptional candidates are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications: Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in mathematics, physics,
computer science, engineering, or a related discipline. The following skills
are sought.
REQUIRED
1) Experience with numerical simulation (preferably in Matlab, though
not required).
2) Experience working with ordinary and partial differential equations.
3) Familiarity with stochastic simulation.
DESIRED
1) Experience with PDE simulation, particularly with a focus on calculating
"Landscapes" for gene regulatory networks.
2) Stochastic simulation (SSA and related methods).
3) Spatial stochastic modeling using methods such as the sub-cellular
element model or the cellular Potts model.
Additional Information: The start date is negotiable. The appointment can
start as early as Winter 2017 and is initially for one-year. Renewal for
subsequent years is contingent on satisfactory performance, acceptable
progress in carrying out the assigned duties, availability of funds, and
mutual agreement. Salary is commensurate with experience.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter including a brief statement
of career goals, past research, and why you are interested in this
position. Additionally, please send a curriculum vitae and one
example publication / manuscript. In your cover letter, list the
name of three references. If you are short listed, I will ask that
letters be provided. Candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Holmes
(william.holmes@vanderbilt.edu) directly expressing interest while formal
application materials are being compiled.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including women, African
Americans, Hispanics and other minorities.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled.
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From: NORMAN, SEAN <RSNORMAN@mailbox.sc.edu>
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 2017 at 11:57 AM
Subject: Tenure-track Position, Systems Biology, University of South Carolina
TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - SYSTEMS BIOLOGY
The Department of Environmental Health Sciences (ENHS) in the Arnold
School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina (UofSC)
seeks scholars committed to research excellence in environmental health
and invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant
professor level in the area of Systems Biology. The candidate should
have expertise in computational and/or modeling approaches to examine
(sub-)cellular, organismal or ecosystem-level biological responses to
environmental pollutants, pathogens, or perturbations. Preferred candidates
will have completed one year of post-doctoral experience or equivalent,
have the ability to establish an innovative, externally-funded research
program, and to develop specialty graduate/undergraduate courses in the
area of expertise. Collaborations with faculty in ENHS and UofSC, as well
as externally, are expected. Refer Questions to RSNORMAN@mailbox.sc.edu.
For a complete job description or to apply online, please visit:
http://uscjobs.sc.edu (requisition #011248) AA/EEO employer.
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From: Cristina Villalobos <cristina.villalobos@utrgv.edu>
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 2017 at 5:27 PM
Subject: Faculty Positions in Mathematics and Statistics, UTRGV
Dear Colleagues:
I wish to enlist your help in informing your colleagues in the mathematical
community regarding the following announcement. I am also emailing you to
consider applying to the positions below. Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely, Cristina
Career Opportunities at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
The School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (SMSS) at the University
of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is seeking candidates for 5 positions.
Additional details can be found in the URL links below. We strongly encourage
applications from women and underrepresented minorities.
Director, School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
Posting Number: FRGV0552
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/13012
Applicants must have a Ph.D. from an accredited university in a Mathematics
discipline with previous administrative experience and current faculty
position at the rank of Professor. Candidate must meet the institutional
criteria for tenure. Candidates should have a strong research and teaching
record and graduate student mentoring experience.
Assistant Professor in Statistics (3 positions)
Posting Number: FRGV0559
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/12930
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Actuarial Sciences
or any other quantitative science from an accredited university at the time
of hire. Strong research credentials and commitment to teaching excellence, as
well as, service to the community and mentorship of students are required. Two
positions are in Biostatistics and one position in Actuarial Sciences.
Full Professor in Statistics
Posting Number: FRGV0558
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/12847
Minimum qualifications for this position are a Ph.D. in Statistics or
another quantitative science from an accredited university with previous
administrative experience and currently holding a position at the rank of
Professor. Candidate must meet the institutional criteria for tenure to be
appointed to this position. The candidate must possess the supervisory and
leadership skills needed to lead accomplished teachers and scholars at an
emerging research university.
Diversity Statement
UTRGV is a Hispanic-Serving Institution dedicated to student success
and building a diverse faculty committed to working in a multicultural
environment. UTRGV has an NSF ADVANCE grant to increase the representation of
women in STEM fields and to promote a positive, family friendly environment
for all faculty. We strongly encourage applications from women and
underrepresented minorities.
About the Mathematics School and UTRGV www.utrgv.edu/math
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From: Oliver Jensen <oliver.jensen@manchester.ac.uk>
Date: Tue, Jan 10, 2017 at 8:47 AM
Subject: Vacancies (Lecturer to Professor), Math/Math Stat, U Manchester
Four vacancies (Lecturer to Professor) in Applied Mathematics/Mathematical
Statistics, University of Manchester UK
The School of Mathematics at the University of Manchester, UK, is seeking
applications for four positions (at all levels between Lecturer and Professor)
in Applied Mathematics/Mathematical Statistics. These appointments are part of a
significant initiative, specifically aimed at the interface between applied
mathematics, statistics and data science. There is significant activity within
the University employing statistical tools (including in healthcare and
biomedical research) and applicants with an appetite for interdisciplinary
research will be especially welcome.
For further details see
https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.aspx?jobid=12768
Closing date: 17 March 2017
Contact: Oliver.Jensen@manchester.ac.uk orGoran.Peskir@manchester.ac.uk
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From: Van Valkenburgh, Blaire <bvanval@eeb.ucla.edu>
Date: Thu, Jan 5, 2017 at 12:53 PM
Subject: Academic Administrator III in LS Core Curriculum, UCLA
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES
INSTRUCTOR: INTRODUCTION TO MATH FOR LIFE SCIENCE STUDENTS
The Life Sciences Core Curriculum seeks an Academic Administrator III. The
position is full time and the Salary range is between $64,920-$90,168. The
position will provide curriculum development and instruction for LS 20,
LS30A, and LS30B in the Life Sciences Core Curriculum on quarterly basis
including summer sessions.
Please see https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF02769 for details.
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From: Oliver Jensen <oliver.jensen@manchester.ac.uk>
Date: Tue, Jan 10, 2017 at 8:49 AM
Subject: Beyer Professor of Applied Mathematics, University of Manchester, UK
Beyer Chair in Applied Mathematics, University of Manchester, UK
Applications are invited for the Beyer Chair in Applied Mathematics, held
in the School of Mathematics at the University of Manchester, UK. This
prestigious Chair was founded in 1881 and since then has been held by
internationally pre-eminent figures in applied mathematics including Sir
Horace Lamb FRS, Douglas Hartree FRS, Sir James Lighthill FRS, Fritz Ursell
FRS and, most recently, David Abrahams (who is the newly appointed Director
of the Isaac Newton Institute, University of Cambridge). The new Beyer
Professor will play a leading role in the life of the School, including
research, teaching and service/leadership.
For further details see
https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.aspx?jobid=12767
Closing date: 3 March 2017
Contact: Oliver.Jensen@manchester.ac.uk
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From: NIH Extramural Nexus (NIH/OD) <ExtramuralNexus@mail.nih.gov>
Date: Mon, Jan 9, 2017 at 4:30 PM
Subject: NIH Update: New Application Instruction Guide; Perspectives ...
NIH Update: New Application Instruction Guide; Perspectives on 21st Century
Cures; Outcomes of Renewal Applications; A Look Back on a Year (Or So)
on the "Open Mike" Blog
See
https://list.nih.gov/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A2=ind1701&L=extramuralnexus&F=&S=&P=67.
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