RMIT University invites applications for the PhD Scholarship in Nanosensors for Foodborne Pathogens in Australia for the 2023/24 academic session.
This PhD scholarship is attached to an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery project. The project will develop a robust nanosensor technology for the rapid detection of foodborne pathogens while understanding nano-biomolecular interactions.
Worth of Award
The University will fund the Scholarship for a fixed term of 3 years offering a stipend of $33,826 per annum pro rata (for full-time study).
Eligibility
To be considered for the PhD Scholarship, applicants must hold or be currently completing one of the following:
- a Master by research
- a Master by coursework with a significant research component graded as high distinction, or equivalent
- a Honours degree achieving first class honours
- a 4 year bachelor degree achieving a GPA of 4 or equivalent (80% or above)
If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will only be considered for scholarship if you have previous publications or significant research experience or relevant industry experience.
How to Apply
All applicants should email the following documents to Professor Vipul Bansal, [email protected]:
- a cover letter, this should detail the alignment of your prior research experience with the advertised project,
- your Curriculum Vitae, and
- a one-to-two-page research proposal. The research proposal is a key part of the application process where applicants must demonstrate the value of their research and their suitability for scholarship selection. Your proposal should be divided under the following headings:
- Title and topic
- Research questions you plan to investigate in the context of existing research/literature in the area
- Significance and impact of the research
- Methodology/research tasks required to undertake the research.
Deadline: December 31st, 2023 is the deadline for the PhD Scholarship in Nanosensors for Foodborne Pathogens.