General
Events and Announcements
TAs needed for Spring 2008-Apply Now!
Undergraduate
Research Information
Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics,
Research Opp Newsletter
Class
Information
The Craft of Facilitating, Computational
Methods in the Theoretical Astrophysics
Career/Job
Information
Sandisk, Nextlabs,
Mapping St. Petersburg
If you haven't applied for a TA position for spring 2008, please do so by yesterday!
Patrick Hernan and I have already begun making TA assignments, and we'd like to get most, if not all, of them done before the holidays.
Go here to apply: https://buffy.eecs.berkeley.edu/PHP/gsiapp/menu.phpCheers,
Babak Ayazifar
EE Faculty Coordinator for GSI Affairs
The Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics (IPAM), a national research institute supported by The National Science Foundation, is now accepting applications for its 2008 Summer Program, Research in Industrial Projects for Students (RIPS).
RIPS is a nine-week, intensive residential research experience for math, engineering, computer science and physical/life science undergraduate students that assigns teams of four students to a project designed by an industrial sponsor. Last year's project sponsors were: Accelrys; Amgen; Arete Associates, Inc., The Speilberg Family Center for Applied Proteomics; The Jet Propulsion Laboratory; Lawrence Livermore and Los Alamos National Laboratories; Pixar Animation Studios, and Symantec Corp.. The RIPS web site at http://www.ipam.ucla.edu/programs/rips2008 will provide you with full details, including financial support information and the online application.
Students are also selected from an international applicant pool to provide the broadest possible intellectual and cultural experience to the students who participate in our program. Students who have a sufficient background for the program are usually rising juniors, seniors or are about to graduate. The application deadline is February 15, 2008.
You are welcome to email or call us if you have any questions: or 310-825-4755.
Liza Manukyan
Program Coordinator
UCLA Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics
460 Portola Plaza, Suite 1158
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Phone: (310) 825-6705
Fax: (310) 825-4756
www.ipam.ucla.edu
Remember that NOW is the time to start thinking about applying to UG Research programs with deadlines coming up in the spring. A first step would be to attend Workshop A, How to Get Started in UG Research, and/or the SURF and/or Haas Scholars Program info sessions - there's still a lot going on these next two weeks!
Here is more detailed information:
1. Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Info Sessions
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship program (SURF) is designed to allow Berkeley undergraduates in the College of Letters and Science to spend the summer doing concentrated research in preparation for a senior thesis or another major capstone research project. In Summer 2008 fellows will receive a $3000 summer stipend, which is intended to cover basic living expenses for two months. Students with need-based financial aid may be eligible for additional funds. The application deadline is March 21, 2008.
For more information, come to the SURF info session: Monday, December 17th,
12:30-1:30 in 344 Campbell Hall
For more information, go to http://research.berkeley.edu/surf/
2. Haas Scholars Program (deadline February 19, 2007) Information Session Thursday,
December 13, 4-5 p.m., 344 Campbell Hall
http://research.berkeley.edu/haas_scholars/
Can't make this time but you are eligible and interested? Please contact the program coordinator, Leah Carroll, so you can get on the mailing list and find out how to get started on your application: haas_scholars@learning.berkeley.edu The Haas Scholars Program offers up to $12,600 to students IN ANY MAJOR who plan to carry out a thesis or major project in their final semester/year and the summer preceding it. Up to $5,000 of these funds can be used for travel for data collection or conferences, supplies, and in some cases equipment, among other uses.
Eligibility:
Commitment:
At the information session, we will discuss how to make your application competitive, and take your questions about the program. Haas Scholars from the 07-08 cohort will be present to talk about their experience.
3. More Undergraduate Research Workshops A and B in December:
Workshop A, How to Get Started in Undergraduate Research:
| Wed | Dec 12 | 4-5 | 344 Campbell |
| Tues | Dec 18 | 3:30-4:30 | 344 Campbell |
Workshop B, How to Write a Research Proposal:
| Tues | Dec 11 | 11-12:30 | 344 Campbell |
| Mon | Dec 17 | 11-12:30 | 344 Campbell |
For more information about the workshops, go to http://research.berkeley.edu/haas_scholars/schedule.html
4. UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DEADLINES Preview for Jan/early Feb 2008
SPONSORED PROJECTS FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH (SPUR - CNR)
Amount: up to $2,000 for student-initiated projects. 25 participants/yr. , app.
Apprenticeship or Independent research for CNR students.
01-28-2008 Spring Sem. deadline
URAP: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH APPRENTICE PROGRAM
Amount: 0 (course credit).
740 participants/sem.
01-28-2008
Rosberg-Geist Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program
Amount: up to $3000
2 participants
01-31-08 deadline
QB3 UNDERGRADUATE BIOTECH INTERNSHIPS
Competitive
full-time salaries for 10 wks.
18 participants, approx.
01-31-08 deadline
UC LEADS: MATH, ENGINEERING, AND SCIENCE RESEARCH PROGRAM
Amount: $3,000 UCB summer; $3,500 other UC summer.
6 participants.
01-31-08 deadline
VIGRE PROGRAM (STATISTICS APPRENTICESHIP)
Amount: $187.50-$375/month.
6 participants/sem. app.
01-31-08 deadline
CENTER FOR BRITISH STUDIES UNDERGRADUATE SUMMER RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP (FOR INDEPENDENT
RESEARCH IN THE UK)
Amount: $2,500.
1 participant.
01-31-08 deadline
SUPERB: SUMMER UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM IN ENGINEERING RESEARCH AT BERKELEY, AND
SUPERB-IT $3,750+rm.+bd.
20-25 participants, most non-UCB.
02-01-08 deadline
SROP: SUMMER RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM (GRADUATE DIVISION)
Amount: $3,000 + rm. + bd.
20 participants, two to four UCB.
02-01-08 deadline
LESLIE LIPSON SCHOLARSHIP AND PRIZE PROGRAM
Provides $4,000 research funds.
Up to 5 participants/yr. -sophomores, 3.5 gpa, fin. aid.
02-01-08 deadline
AMGEN SCHOLARS PROGRAMS (SCIENCE APPRENTICESHIP).
$3,500 + room and board, travel expenses.
About 20 participants, most non-UCB.
02-01-2008 deadline for following academic year
SULTAN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR ARAB STUDIES
Amount: up to $2,000.
1-3 participants/year.
02-08-08 deadline
Physics Undergraduate Research Scholars Program
Amount: $500 approx.
20 participants Declared Physics majors only
02-15-2008 deadline
Judith Lee Stronach Baccalaureate Prize
Amount: up to $25000
1-3 participants
Deadline: rolling until $ is gone
ASUC ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY FUND GRANTS
Amount: Up to $500.
approx. 90 participants/yr.
Deadline rolling; proposals need to be submitted at least two weeks before
planned activity
STUDENT OPPORTUNITY FUNDS (SOF)
Amount: $2,000 max.
5. OFF-CAMPUS SUMMER UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMS -- DEADLINES MOSTLY IN JAN-FEB
There are many opportunities to conduct research at other universities, but their deadlines are mostly in January and February. See the section called "Summer Research Opportunities Beyond U.C. Berkeley" on this web site http://research.berkeley.edu/ for important links.
Software Engineering Intern - Multiple Locations
Positions are available in Mountain View, Santa Monica, and Irvine CA; Kirkland, WA; Phoenix, AZ; Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; and Pittsburgh, PA.
The area: Software Engineering
Google's Software Engineers develop the next-generation technologies for which
we've become world-renowned. In addition to revolutionizing search technology,
we use our world-class programming skills to innovate in a number of other areas.
Our projects include working on advanced information-retrieval algorithms, massive
scalability and storage solutions and large-scale applications that enrich the
user experience. We also work extensively on networking systems, advertising
systems and complex transaction systems in consumer applications.
The role: Software Engineering Intern
Software Engineers at Google are developers who yearn to create and implement
full product lifecycles not just code solutions. This means you need to have
a solid foundation in computer science, you consistently come up with new ideas
and you would naturally strive for a deep understanding of your products in
order to be able to continually improve upon them. With the bigger picture in
mind, you will seek to code elegant systems. Our teams develop massively scalable,
distributed software systems and also collaborate on multitudes of smaller projects
that have universal appeal which requires research, awareness, interactivity
and asking questions. You bring strong competencies in data structures and algorithms
along with a technical fascination for how stuff fits together. You're motivated
to experiment and take chances in order to make a difference in your field,
unafraid to stand up for your ideas and eager to embrace change.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
The Craft of Facilitating
ED 97/197, Section 12
2 units, P/NP credit
http://slc.berkeley.edu/ucftr/craft_of_fac.htm
Receive an extra unit if you are facilitating a class in the Fall
Course counts towards the Field Studies requirement for the Ed Minor!
Learn to design a course, prepare lesson plans, and write a syllabus! Pilot lessons and practice your facilitation skills! Learn different ways to promote participation and discussion
Spring 2008 Semester Section
Wednesdays 3-5 PM
Course is offered through the UCFTR in Student Learning Center http://slc.berkeley.edu/ucftr/
All are welcome to enroll.
No prerequisites required.
For more information or CCNs, e-mail George Alonzo in the Student Learning Center at:
ASTRONOMY 255
COMPUTATIONAL METHODS IN THEORETICAL ASTROPHYSICS
Spring 2008
Class Time: Tuesday: 2:00- 4:30 pm.
CCN 06832
501 Campbell Hall
Instructor: Professor Richard I. Klein
This course will present a broad but in depth survey of state-of-the-art approaches
to computational astrophysical self-gravitational gas dynamics with application
to modern simulation of coupled non-linear astrophysical flows and their solutions
on supercomputers. We will begin with the development of the fundamental concepts
underlying finite-difference approaches for Lagrangian and Eulerian astrophysical
hydrodynamics. We will develop a unified approach to the coupling of radiation
with hydrodynamics. The lectures will examine currently favored N-body gravitational
techniques including direct N-body, P-M and P3M formulations as well as hierarchical
Tree-approaches. Standard particle gas dynamic methods such as Smooth Particle
Hydrodynamics (SPH) as well as recent developments with Adaptive SPH will be
discussed and contrasted with finite difference approaches. Methods unifying
SPH and Tree hierarchies (TREE-SPH) and their application to cosmological simulation
will be examined. More advanced techniques such as higher order finite difference
hydrodynamics with Adaptive Mesh Refinement (AMR) will be presented.
Applications of these approaches in three broad areas in theoretical astrophysics will be presented: Cosmology, including cluster, galaxy and large scale structure formation; High Energy Astrophysics including accretion onto compact objects with application to the RXTE discovery of fast time variability in neutron stars and their interpretation as photon bubbles; Star Formation and the Interstellar Medium including High Mass and Low Mass star formation in turbulent molecular clouds, the interaction of supernova shocks with interstellar clouds, collisions of interstellar clouds, triggered star formation and supernova explosions and related hydrodynamic instabilities.
The course will stress an active participation of students in projects involving the application of the simulation methods to solving contemporary astrophysics gas dynamic problems on the computer. This course is extremely useful for developing essential numerical simulation techniques for a wide range of modern theoretical astrophysics. Prerequisites: Astronomy 201, 202 or permission of the instructor.
Course Requirements: Three problem sets in the form of computational projects. No midterm or final exams.
Syllabi are available by emailing
SanDisk New College Graduate Positions
3D Design Engineer – Rotation
Job Description:
Design Tasks:
Verification Tasks:
New Product Development
Skills Learned:
Job requirements:
This position requires an MS or Ph.D. degree with a focus in Electrical Engineering. Course work in: Digital/analog circuit design (advanced), device physics, device processing. This position requires strong skills in digital and analog circuit design and a sound understanding of device physics and processing. The ideal individual must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment. Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ability to work well with people. A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team. Ability to work effectively cross-functionally. Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems. Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
3D Device Engineer
Job description:
In this position, the individual will be responsible for wafer level characterization,
analysis and understanding the physics of various 3D NVM technology options.
Perform test structure layout, measurement and characterization of 3D NVM devices.
Set up the appropriate test equipment or station to test the devices including
writing software to control the test setup.
Job requirements:
This position requires an MS or Ph.D. degree. An in-depth knowledge and technical
understanding of semiconductor device physics and silicon processing is required.
A thorough and practical knowledge of electrical measurement systems (parametric
test, parametric analyzes, semi-auto probe) is needed. The ideal individual
must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment.
Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ability to
work well with people. A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the
same team and outside of the team. Ability to work effectively cross-functionally.
Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems. Ability to multi-task
and meet deadlines. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal
skills.
NAND Design Engineer
Job Description:
In this position, the individual will be responsible for design of some digital
and analog circuits. Responsible for block level and full chip simulations and
debugging simulation results. Will perform micro probing to debug silicon. Work
with characterization engineers to fully characterize silicon. Will work with
the design team to find design solutions to issues found on silicon. Required
to learn all details of NAND flash memory.
Job Requirements:
This position requires MSEE or BSEE degree (MSEE preferred). Course work in:
Digital/analog circuit design (advanced), device physics, device processing.
This position requires strong skills in digital and analog circuit design and
a sound understanding of device physics and processing. Should be fully experienced
in using simulation tools. Must possess some understanding of interaction of
design, device, reliability and process. Previous experience working as part
of a design team and ability to work well with others is key. Candidate needs
to demonstrate aptitude for learning new things and to come up to speed within
a very short period of time.
We are looking for highly motivated candidates who are ambitious, self-assured, possess strong can-do attitude, and want to part of a world-class team. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a high-output organization, and be capable of working on a number of assignments in parallel.
For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume to:
Or mail your resume to:
NextLabs, Inc.
1875 South Grant Street Suite 200
San Mateo, CA 94402
Attention: Human Resources
Senior Software Engineer – Java Database Development
Location: San Mateo, CA
NextLabs, a growing startup in the information compliance space, has an exciting opportunity for a software engineer to contribute to the development of a next generation, policy based, active information control system. In this role, the Java Database Engineer’s responsibilities will be to:
Requirements:
Principal Software Engineer - Business Applications
Location: San Mateo, CA
NextLabs, a growing startup in the information compliance space, has an exciting opportunity for a software engineer to lead the development effort in creating the foundations for a series of business applications based on the NextLabs Compliant Enterprise platform. In this role, the Business Applications Engineer’s responsibilities will be to:
Depending on qualifications, this role may provide a path to a team leader role as the applications effort grows.
Requirements:
Software Design Engineer — Security and Access Control
Location: San Mateo, CA
You will be a member in a small group of engineers developing the Access Control and User Management module as well as the subsystem to manage the semantics of data in corporate directory servers. This is a critical component of the company's core next generation system software offering. Understanding of enterprise directory deployment scenarios and directory schema extensions is required. You will be responsible for architecture, design, and implementation of the entire subsystem. This is the central piece of our product offering. You will be able to contribute in various areas ranging from distilling requirements from various groups, to architecting and implementing key components of the system. You will be working on the latest technologies like security, Java, server technology, XML, OS kernel, MFC, Windows DDK, and Active Directory/LDAP.
All group members are expected to participate in and contribute to all phases of the product development cycle, from definition and design through implementation, debugging, testing, and early customer deployments.
Requirements:
The position is for a software engineer position on the system team. We are looking for highly motivated candidates who are ambitious, self-assured, possess strong can-do attitude, and want to part of a world-class team. A successful candidate must be comfortable working in a loosely structured organization, and be capable of working on a number of assignments in parallel.
AJAX engineer and C++ engineer (2 positions) at start up company
OpTrip, Inc. is:
We are hiring software engineers with strong AJAX or system programming skills to join our growing team.
As a software engineer at OpTrip, Inc., you will have opportunities to work with other world-class engineers to develop the next-generation online travel service infrastructure. We are looking for expertise in the following areas: system design, network programming, algorithms, user interface design, AJAX-based web application development, and databases.
The following two positions are available:
1. Software Engineer - AJAX frontend
Requirements:
2. Software Engineer - C++ backend
Requirements:
We are based in Sunnyvale, California, in the heart of silicon valley. Please submit your resume online at http://www.optrip.com/jobs.html
MAPPING ST.PETERSBURG (http://stpetersburg.berkeley.edu/index.html), an originally conceived mapping project using Google maps.
REQUIREMENTS: This project is a database-backed dynamic website using MySQL with Ruby and the Ruby on Rails (RoR) framework. Ruby/RoR development experience or another OO scripting language (PHP, Python, Perl, etc) and willingness to learn Ruby/RoR. Writing valid X/HTML markup, and some experience with Javascript (particularly the Prototype/script.aculo.us frameworks). Experience using Subversion or another version control system is desired but not required.
PAY $25 PER HOUR. 6-10 HRS. PER WEEK. WORK CAN START JAN. 2 OR BEGINNING OF
SPRING SEMESTER.
Location: Computer Research Facility (Dwinelle Hall)
CONTACT OLGA MATICH () and CHRIS PALMATIER ()