PhD Scholarship
Event Driven Workflow Engine
Massey University
New Zealand

With a successful application, $93K is granted via the Foundation for Research, Science & Technology (FRST) of New Zealand. Applications are invited for a PhD fellowship in Information Sciences and Technology (IIST), Massey University, New Zealand.

Supervisors/mentors: Dr Wang and Dr. Buckley

The successful applicant will work in a collaborative project, Event Driven Workflow Engine, between Dr. Wang, IIST, Massey University (Palmerston North) and Dr. Buckley, Excibir Ltd (Wellington, New Zealand). The student will reside in Palmerston North and Wellington depending on the phase of the research.

The ideal candidate should possess a first class degree(s) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a relevant subject. Research experience would be a distinct advantage, but an aptitude and willingness to learn the skills would also be acceptable. Knowledge in Workflow and/or Knowledge Management are desired but not necessary. The candidate should also have good communication (oral and writing) and teamwork skills and with high ethical standards.

The stipend of the candidate is NZ $26K (tax free) per annual for three years. Admission and tuition fees need to be paid by the candidate. Overseas students can also apply, however, only students from Australia, Germany, France (and some other countries) pay NZ local rate of tuition fees (NZ $1,599 per year). Students from other countries will have to pay overseas student fees (NZ $17,900 per year).

Applicants should contact Dr. Wang directly for further details about the project. Applications can be made by emailing Dr. Wang your CV with detail academic records, accompanied by a covering letter explaining why you are interested in PhD study and what your expectations are from your PhD study. Early application is encouraged. The final decision will be made by Dr. Buckley and Dr. Wang

One bonus for this position is that you will likely receive a position offer from Excibir Ltd. once you finish your PhD thesis. In other words, if you want to work in industry in the future, your employment is guaranteed after you successfully finish your PhD on time with a high standard.

Excibir is a Java software development company established in March of 2002. Leaded by Dr. Buckley, the company has developed a web content management system which is currently being marketed and performs services around that content management solution.

We are also looking for Master and PhD students to work in the areas of Knowledge Management, Mobile Applications, Computer Graphics, and Modelling Complex Systems
(e.g. financial market, traffic flow). Various scholarships and financial assistances will be available for the candidates who have good or excellent academic records (MSc NZ
$10,000~20,000, PhD NZ $10,000~25,000 per annul)

Dr. Ruili Wang, IIST, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
Ph: +64-6-3569099 ext.2548
Fax: +64-6-3502259
Email: r.wang@massey.ac.nz
Web: http://www-ist.massey.ac.nz/rwang
http://www-ist.massey.ac.nz/phd.asp

Apply now (posted 9 June 2004).
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