SUMMARY

• University: Monash University
• Degree level: PhD Scholarship
• Award country: Australia
• Last date: 30 October 2026

DETAILS

1. Eligibility Criteria

• Have a Bachelor’s degree with First Class Honours or an equivalent Master’s degree.
• The degree should be in: Biology, ecology, marine biology, environmental sciences or a closely related field.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Have strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in community ecology and laboratory research.
• Have experience in statistical analysis using R or a similar software.
• A publication is not essential, but a peer-reviewed publication, particularly as a first author, will strongly increase the chances of securing the scholarship.

2. Benefits

• Full-time PhD opportunity at Monash University.
• PhD scholarship covering tuition fees and a living stipend.
• Stipend of AUD 37,143 per year, tax-free if there is no other income.
• Typically includes a relocation allowance.
• Membership in the ReDiLEEP international doctoral network.
• Opportunities for international collaboration with researchers in Europe and Japan.
• Up to 6 months of secondments at universities in Belgium, the UK, and Germany.
• Training in R/Tidyverse, machine learning and AI, data management, visualisation, science-policy communication, and other research skills.
• Access to Monash research facilities, including marine research, microscopy, flow cytometry, and the Australian Synchrotron.

3. How to apply

Step 1: Please submit your application in English by 30 September 2026 as a single PDF file via email to Giulia Ghedini giulia.ghedini [at] monash.edu. Applications should include:

• A cover letter describing your motivation for the position, relevant experience, and fit with DC13 (max 2 pages).
• A curriculum vitae with details of any publication is available.
• Copies of degree certificates and transcripts.
• Contact details of two referees.

Step 2: Only with the support of the main supervisor, you can apply via the How to apply page on Monash’s website.   

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