Funding Opportunities
BBSRC: International Scientific Interchange Scheme (ISIS)
The aim of this award is to help scientists add an international dimension to their BBSRC funded research by making and establishing new contacts with international counterparts
Funding is available for: Short Term Travel Award; Long Term Travel Award and Access Award.
Funding is limited to travel and subsistence costs only, and does not usually exceed ~£5k.
Deadline: apply at any time but at least 6 weeks before travel
Further information
Biosciences KTN - SPARK Awards
Do you have a bright idea for a new collaborative project?
Are you part of an small or medium sized enterprise (SME) or University/Research Institute?
If so then our SPARK Award funding competition could be perfect for you. Up to 10 SPARK Awards are up for grabs as a means to encourage new collaborations between the research community and industry.
How it works
• The grants, which are of a fixed value of £5,000 (plus any applicable VAT), are awarded to the research partner to tackle a problem relevant to the SME.
• Projects must be in one of the four market sectors addressed by the Biosciences KTN, namely Domestic Animal Bioscience, Food Technology and Manufacture, Industrial Bioscience, and Plants & Crops.
• The scheme is designed to provide quick approval with minimal bureaucracy.
For more information and to download the application form, please go to the SPARK Awards group
Deadline: Midnight 14 December
If you would like assistance finding a collaboration partner or would like to discuss the SPARK Awards in more detail please contact the KTN office on 0131 651 7332 or email info@biosciencektn.com.
Partner Jobs
British Society for Plant Breeders: Trials Coordinator, Variety evaluation - Ely
The British Society of Plant Breeders (BSPB) is the national association for the UK’s agricultural plant breeding industry.
An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join the Society as the Variety Trials Coordinator who will organise and administer BSPB’s programme of trials and provide technical support to BSPB crop groups on issues relating to variety evaluation.
Understanding of, or experience in, crop variety trials and/or a degree in agriculture or related subject would be an advantage but are not essential if you have enthusiasm and an aptitude for learning.
Apply with CV and covering letter explaining your suitability to: BSPB Ltd, Woolpack Chambers, Market Street, Ely, Cambs CB7 4ND or by e-mail to enquiries@bspb.co.uk by 14 December.
For further information call 01353 653200.
KWS: Openings at the KWS Breeders Academy
KWS are currently accepting applications for immediate openings at the KWS Breeders Academy. The Breeders Academy is an entry level professional development programme in KWS’ plant breeding department specifically geared towards professionals.
If you are interested in taking part in the KWS Breeders Academy, please send your application to: applications@kws.com.
Further information
Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge: Teaching Associate
Closing date: 17 December
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Internships
KWS: Now accepting applications for summer placements
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JIC: Undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities available
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Syngenta: Graduate opportunities in Germany, Switzerland and Spain
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