Join a leading research team at Deakin University to explore cutting-edge questions in plant genetics, molecular biology, and bioinformatics. As a PhD candidate, you will play a key role in advancing our understanding of how plants respond to their environment at the molecular level, with the potential to inform crop improvement strategies. You will be supported by experienced supervisors, access state-of-the-art facilities, and develop skills that will position you at the forefront of plant science research. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and curious researcher to contribute to impactful science while building a rewarding academic career.

About the Scholarship

The scholarship provides an annual stipend of $35,500 per annum (2025 rate, indexed annually) for full-time students. The stipend is tax-exempt and paid on a fortnightly basis. It is intended to support living costs throughout the duration of the PhD.

In addition, scholarship recipients will receive:

• An Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset, which covers tuition fees
• A relocation allowance between $500 and $1,500 (depending on circumstances), available to students relocating from interstate to study at Deakin University

As a scholarship recipient, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative research team, working alongside leading scientists in the fields of plant genetics, molecular biology, and bioinformatics. You will have the freedom and support to develop and pursue your own research questions within these disciplines.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this scholarship, you must:

• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
• Have completed a degree in a relevant discipline at Level 8 or 9 of the Australian Qualifications Framework (e.g. Honours or Masters), with a minimum overall grade of 70%.
• Have completed a qualifying degree in a relevant discipline, including a research component equivalent to at least 25% of the final year of full-time study.
• Achieve a minimum grade of 70% in your research component (e.g. thesis, dissertation or equivalent output)

How to Apply

Interested candidates should prepare the following documents:

• An up-to-date CV
• A copy of your most recent academic transcript
• A brief statement indicating a research area within plant genetics and molecular biology that you are particularly interested in pursuing

For further information about the scholarship or potential research projects, please contact Dr Ghazanfar Khan at [email protected].