Postgraduate Scholarships
Beit Trust Scholarships
Scholarships and
Surgical Scholarships
The Beit Trust offers annually a number of
Postgraduate Scholarships abroad (excluding
MBAs and Ph.Ds.) to graduates who are domiciled in and are nationals of
Malawi, Zambia or Zimbabwe (and only
to graduates in these three countries).
Scholarships are taken up at a
partner university in the United Kingdom or South Africa, for study in a
subject of the individual’s choice appropriate to the needs of their
country. Duration is normally for a one-year taught Master’s in the UK
and two years in South Africa.
Postgraduate
Scholarship expenses are shared between The Beit Trust and the following Universities:
UK
Cambridge
Edinburgh
Glasgow – University of Glasgow (Biomedical Scholarships)
Glasgow –
University of Strathclyde (Engineering
Scholarships)
Leeds
Oxford (Wadham College)
South Africa
University of Cape Town
Rhodes University
Stellenbosch
University
Applicants will normally be expected
to apply to these partner universities.
Before applying
please read carefully our “Frequently
Asked Questions ” (FAQ) section and be aware of the following criteria.
If you have any
further questions, please do ask us first.
By Act of Parliament,
the Beit Trust sponsors
ONLY
students who are nationals of Malawi, Zambia or
Zimbabwe, and currently live there. In addition, the Trust
cannot consider applications from those who have already begun a
course.
All applicants
(except medical and veterinary doctors) must be under 30 years of age on
31 December of the year of application. Some experience of work after
completion of a first degree is essential. Doctors and vets must be
under
35 years of age on 31 December and should have completed 18 months of
internship and a one-year, preferably rural, posting in the relevant
country.
The extent of a
Beit Postgraduate Scholarship Grant is:
Fees,
tuition costs and related academic expenses are paid by the Trust direct to the universities.
Payment of a personal
allowance, index linked in accordance with guidance from an independent authority, covering
maintenance support.
Other allowances
are paid for: arrival, a laptop, printing of a thesis, and return
home.
Economy Class air
passages are provided by the Trust for the initial journey to the place of
study, and on final return.
No allowances are
paid for spouses or other family members.
Prospective
applicants, who must hold at least an upper second class degree (2:1): i.e. Merit or
Distinction, may obtain details of the awards and application
requirements as follows:
Zimbabwe and
Malawi: Application lists
open on 1 March (online link
below). Please read these
guidance notes
before you go online.
If you have any queries please contact
[email protected]
Zambia:
Application lists open on 1 March and should be made to: The
Secretary, The Beit Trust, Beit House, Grove Road, Woking, Surrey, GU21
5JB, ENGLAND. E-Mail:
[email protected]
Please note that
all documents, including independent references, must be received by The
Beit Trust by 31 May.
Zimbabweans – the application form can be obtained fromZimbabwe
Online Application form
Malawians – the application form can be obtained from
Malawi Online
Application form
Zambians – you
will need to complete an initial application form
using this online initial application
link . Applicants are urged to submit the
online form as early as possible to establish
whether they would qualify to apply. If you do qualify, a form will be
emailed to you
and you will be required to
provide additional information and details. This information
will include, but may not be restricted to, the following:-
A fuller application
A medical
certificate from your doctorA
certified transcript of your degree resultsA
certified document of evidence of residency (National Registration
Card or birth certificate)Current CV
showing
all work experience
A current photograph (not a passport photo)
The Trust will consider only those applicants who state that they intend to return to work
in the relevant country upon completion of the scholarship; and who can,
if short-listed, present themselves for interview before a Beit
Scholarship Selection Board in Harare, Blantyre or Lusaka when
requested.
Selection is very
competitive. The selectors favour practical and useful disciplines that are
likely to offer a clear benefit to their country of origin.
The Trust does not consider applicants for MBAs and PhDs.
Beit COSECSA Surgical In-Country Scholarship
In 2010 The Beit Trust established a five-year trial
scheme to offer in-country Beit-COSECSA postgraduate surgical
scholarships to one surgeon per year from each of Malawi, Zambia and
Zimbabwe. These scholarships are undertaken at selected teaching
hospitals in the Beit beneficial area in accordance with medical
protocols set out by the College of Surgeons of East, Central and
Southern Africa (COSECSA). Beit funding covers the costs of
registration, enrolment, exam fees, international travel to COSECSA
seminars, graduation costs at two levels, and a personal
stipend. Membership of COSECSA may be gained after
2 years study (MCS), with Fellowship after 5 years (FCS). For details of
how to apply, please contact the COSECSA offices in Arusha, Tanzania.
For
further information visit their web site at
www.cosecsa.org
Please note
that a separate selection and sponsorship mechanism applies
and you may obtain these details directly from:
COSECSA Scholarship Secretary, ECSA-HC, P.O.
Box 1009, Arusha, Tanzania. Tel: 00 255
27 254 9362. E-Mail:
[email protected]
or from Professor Krikor Erzingatsian, E-Mail
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Postgraduate Scholarships
Classroom Assistant II (Part Time-4 Positions)
Position Details
Recruitment/Posting Title | Classroom Assistant II (Part Time-4 Positions) |
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Posting Number | 18TM0693 |
Department | Ctr-Strategic Urban Ldrshp-Cmd |
Overview | |
Posting Summary | The Classroom Assistant will support the classrooms serving children from ages 0-3 years and creating and maintaining a safe and stimulating environment for young children. This position is responsible for daily care of the children enrolled in his/her class. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: physical caregiving, following an age appropriate daily plan, and facilitation of supportive relationships with co-workers, parents, and students. The Classroom Assistant II ensures, supports, and promotes each child’s safety, health, and development in cooperation with their families and other early childhood professionals in a manner consistent with NAEYC, NJDHS and child care licensing regulations |
Position Status | |
Hours Per Week | 19.5 |
Daily Work Shift | |
FLSA | Nonexempt |
Position Salary | $10-$12 per hour |
Payroll Designation | PeopleSoft |
Terms of Appointment | Temporary Staff Appointment – Hourly |
Minimum Education and Experience | AA degree, preferably in the field of Early Childhood Education of Child Development from an accredited public or private institution of higher education. Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for Preschool Caregivers required or an equivalent credential that addresses comparable competencies; or must obtain the credential within one year of employment as a Classroom Assistant II. |
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Preferred Qualifications | |
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | Must have (or be willing to obtain) training and experience necessary to develop consistent, stable, and supportive relationships with very young children. Ability to work as part of a multi-program/disciplinary team in providing a variety of services to children and families. Experience working with children from low income families. Valid First Aid/CPR card, food handler’s card, negative TB test, and clear criminal background check required. |
Equipment Utilized | |
Physical Demands and Work Environment | |
Special Conditions |
Posting Open Date | |
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Posting Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | No |
Special Instructions to Applicants | |
Regional Campus | Rutgers University-Camden |
Home Location Campus | Rutgers University-Camden |
Location Details |
Postgraduate Scholarships
Osteoporosis Prevention & Treatment Ctr Student Worker
Working Title | Osteoporosis Prevention & Treatment Ctr Student Worker |
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Anticipated Starting Academic Term | Fall |
Job Type | Student |
Job Category | Administrative/Office Support |
Federal Work Study Required? | No |
Job Summary | The student will be involved in patient relations, answer phones, scheduling patient appointments, study recruitment assistance, database entry, filing, copying, faxing |
Job Requirements | Prior customer service experience, familiarity or interest in medicine/medical terminology and Microsoft Office |
Child Protection Clearances | The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks may be required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. |
Hourly Pay Rate | $7.65 |
Anticipated Number of Openings | 2 |
Anticipated Hours per Week | 10-20 |
Anticipated Weekly Schedule | flexible |
Campus | Pittsburgh |
Primary Work Location | Kaufmann Bldg, Suite 1110 |
Posting Number | S-07648-P |
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
Postgraduate Scholarships
Student Software Developer (FALL)
Student Software Developer (FALL) –
Job Number:
183298
Organization
: CIMMS
Job Location
: United States-Oklahoma-Norman
Schedule
: Part-time
Work Schedule: Flexible, 10-20 hours per week
Salary Range: $10.00
Benefits Provided: No
Required Attachments: Resume, Academic Transcripts, Class Schedule
Job Description
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The Cooperative Institute for Mesoscale Meteorological Studies (CIMMS) seeks to fill a Student Assistant position to contribute to CIMMS Meteorological Phenomena Identification Near the Ground (mPING) project (http://mping.ou.edu/).
The principal duties of this position are:
Job Requirements
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Required Education: Must be currently enrolled in the current Fall 2018 Term as a student at the University of Oklahoma. Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
- Must attach Fall 2018 oZONE class schedule.
Skills:
- Strong computer programming skills with particular emphasis on Python and PostgreSQL
- Strong familiarity with the UNIX/Linux operating environment and web services such as Nginx, Django and RESTful web applications
Department Preferences:
- Optional experience with mobile app development on Android and/or iOS is a plus
- Experience debugging and/or trouble shooting software and hardware issues
- Experience working with complex software applications and web-based communications
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and cooperatively with others
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing
Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes
Special Indications: None
Job Posting
: Oct 30, 2018
Unposting Date
: Ongoing