Are you holding Master’s degree and looking for fully funded PhD positions? University of Newcastle, Australia invites online application for multiple funded PhD Programs / fully funded PhD positions in various research areas.
Candidates interested in fully funded PhD positions can check the details and may apply as soon as possible. Interested and eligible applicants may submit their online application for PhD programs via the University’s Online Application Portal.
1. Fully Funded PhD Position in Marine Neurotoxin
Summary of PhD Program:
This project aims to characterise the genetic basis for the production of tetrodotoxin; a potent neurotoxin of ecological and biomedical significance. We hypothesise that tetrodotoxin is produced by microorganisms and transferred via the food web to pufferfish (Fugu), the blue-ringed octopus, and other marine animals. Our integrated genomic and synthetic biology approach, targeting key biosynthesis genes, will reveal pathways for the production of tetrodotoxin and other potentially valuable compounds. In addition to providing unprecedented insight into the ecology and biosynthesis of this enigmatic toxin, the data generated will enable improved management of seafood safety and provide a foundation for the future development of novel neuroactive compounds.
Application Deadline: 31 January 2024
2. Fully Funded PhD Position in RNA Nanomedicines
Summary of PhD Program:
The purpose of the PhD project is to take what is already very promising class of immune modulator (successful oncology and respiratory programs now in the clinic) with huge commercial potential and determine if immunooncology indication can be expanded by developing TAM-targeting Pam2cys-loaded RNAi-based nanomedicines. Using RNAi-based nanoparticles to explore novel applications for drugs in the clinic Liang and Bartlett have recently developed novel polymer hybrid nanoparticles able to carry a range drug payloads (including RNA, TLR agonists) efficiently into multiple cell types (tumour cells, primary airway epithelial cells). (Kan, Bartlett, Liang et al TLR7 agonist loaded airway epithelial targeting nanoparticles stimulate innate immunity and suppresses viral replication in human bronchial epithelial cells Int J Pharmaceutics 2022).
Application Deadline: 01 December 2023
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3. Fully Funded PhD Position in Grip Strength, Body Composition, Nutritional Status
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD project aims to examine the correlates of grip strength by examining the relationship to body composition (muscle and fat mass), genomics (SNPs), physical activity (accelerometry) and circulating concentrations of key determinants of protein intake in the children and mothers. The project will be supervised by a collaborative team from the University of Newcastle (Professors David Cameron-Smith and Ron Potnikoff) and the Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), a research institute of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore. The successful candidate will be eligible to apply for an additional A*STAR Research Attachment Programme (ARAP) allowing dedicated time and supervision at the University of Newcastle and Singapore. Under the ARAP program it is anticipated that a portion of your PhD candidature will be spent in Singapore.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2023
4. Fully Funded PhD Position in 3D-Printing in the Micro-and Nano-Scale
Summary of PhD Program:
The proposed 3D-printing platform will consist of a spinneret that used to extrude a solution for printing, and a precision motion stage with nanoscale resolution. This project will focus on several key research challenges in devising this platform, including mechanical design and advanced control of the 3D-printing system, electrohydrodynamic analysis and experimental testing. The printed micro-structures will be characterized and tested for applications such as in tissues engineering.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2023
5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Microbiome-Gut-Brain Axis
Summary of PhD Program:
The main focus of the work is understanding how interactions between our microbiome, diet and digestive system influence mental health, including anxiety, depression and cognitive function. Techniques in the project will include collecting and analysing clinical data and samples, immune and histological analysis, microbiome analysis (bioinformatics) and using lab-based models to study biological function. The project may be tailored to suit candidates with clinical, allied health or biomedical degree qualifications including medicine, nursing, psychology, dietetics, biotechnology, or biology degrees.
Application Deadline: 01 October 2023
6. Fully Funded PhD Position in Acute Myeloid Leukaemia
Summary of PhD Program:
Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is a predominantly fatal disease characterised by frequent relapse and epigenetic dysregulation. Treatment-induced intra-tumoural heterogeneity may promote relapse by opening new opportunities for cells to evade therapy. This project will test whether therapeutic stress promotes relapse by opening new opportunities for cells to evade therapy.
Application Deadline: 29 September 2023
7. Fully Funded PhD Position in Imaging Algorithms
Summary of PhD Program:
This project aims to develop new atomic force microscopy methods that can image below the surface of a sample to build up a 3D model of the structure. This project focuses on the development of new algorithms for subsurface imaging, which will include implementing finite-element techniques to reconstruct the subsurface structure of a sample using force spectroscopy and Atomic Force Microscopy. It will suit students with an interest in materials, solid mechanics, and microscopy.
Application Deadline: 15 September 2023
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8. Fully Funded PhD Position in Subsurface Atomic Force Microscopy
Summary of PhD Program:
This project is focussed on the design, fabrication, and instrumentation of atomic force microscope cantilevers, which will include MEMs design and fabrication, sensor circuit design and instrumentation, and atomic force microscope imaging. This project will suit students interested in learning MEMs design methods, electronics design, and experimental methods.
Application Deadline: 14 September 2023
9. Fully Funded PhD Position in Odyssey Travel
Summary of PhD Program:
One of the great challenges for Australian-based students of Classics and Ancient History is the cost of travel to the sites of Greek and Roman influence and habitation. While there is much that can be learned from literary sources, visiting the places referred to in the literature provides a deeper understanding of and facilitates new insights into ancient culture, myth and history. Hence the Odyssey Travel Scholarship provides students with the opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding of the Greek and/or Roman world through experiencing the landscape, geography, culture and artefacts of the countries and regions bordering the northern Mediterranean.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2023
10. Fully Funded PhD Position in Hunter Research Foundation
Summary of PhD Program:
The Hunter Research Foundation was established as a community response to the 1955 floods as a mechanism to direct flood mitigation efforts and safeguard the Hunter Valley’s economy. It has been built on partnerships of trust with many hundreds of organisations and individuals including clients and sponsors over several decades. Some of the Foundation’s key achievements include establishing a common understanding of the Hunter as a cohesive geographic and economic unit.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2023
11. Fully Funded PhD Position in Evaluating Mothers, Obstetrics and Multicultural Support
Summary of PhD Program:
This research proposal aims to comprehensively evaluate the Mothers, Obstetrics and Multicultural Support (MOMS) Program in Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), NSW, Australia. This mixed-methods study will investigate the perceptions and views of health professionals and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) mothers receiving the program’s services. By identifying strengths and areas for improvement, this research aims to enhance the program’s effectiveness in addressing the region’s unique healthcare challenges faced by CALD communities.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2023
12. Fully Funded PhD Position in Creating Biosensors Through Microbial Transcriptomics
Summary of PhD Program:
This project aims to study plant-derived commensal microbes at the genome level to allow the development of better techniques to culture these microbes in the lab. The cultured microbes will then be examined for their ability to activate gene responses to threats such as infection, toxins and pollutants. The identified gene responses will be used to transform simple lab bacterial strains into biosensors with the aim of using their responses for diagnostic and detection purposes.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2023
13. Fully Funded PhD Position in Construction Workers’ Safety Behaviour
Summary of PhD Program:
The PhD project aims to provide lessons for construction industry health and safety management in the short and medium term but also to identify ways to enhance health and safety knowledge and skill development for future generations of construction management graduates. If there is greater health and safety literacy and skills application built into construction management qualifications, there will be a better understanding of the interventional study from a health and safety perspective. This can enable greater consistency in applying best practice approaches to site management and achieving better health and safety outcomes right across the industry.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2023
14. Fully Funded PhD Position in Construction Supervisor’s Safety Leadership and Communication Style
Summary of PhD Program:
The PhD project aims to provide lessons for construction industry health and safety professionals in the short and medium term but also to identify ways to enhance health and safety knowledge and skill development for future generations of construction management professionals. If there is greater health and safety literacy and skills application built into construction management professional development training, there will be a better understanding of the interventional study from a health and safety perspective. This can enable greater consistency in applying best practice approaches to site management and achieving better health and safety outcomes right across the industry.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2023
15. Fully Funded PhD Position in Development of a Holistic Understanding of the Rugby League Pathways Environment
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD project will focus on the holistic development of junior rugby league players across the pathways program at the Newcastle Knights. The PhD candidate will be required to explore, develop and apply best-practice sport science as well as strength and conditioning practices with the aim of maximising the development of players between 14 to 19 years of age. The goal of the PhD will be to explore methods of preparation that prepares the junior players to transition into elite professional rugby league across physical, wellbeing, mental and technical domains within the stages of a pathways environment.
Application Deadline: 28 August 2023
16. Fully Funded PhD Position in Methylomic Characterisation of Diffuse Midline Glioma
Summary of PhD Program:
As palliative radiation therapy is the only option available to children and young adults diagnosed with DMG, understanding the influence of DNA methylation on the signalling pathways sustaining tumour growth/survival will advance the search for treatments that enhance patient survival. The utility of the analyses performed will be tested using in in vitro and in vivo disease models, assessing drugs targeting characteristics identified as relevant in the methylomic studies.
Application Deadline: 21 August 2023
17. Fully Funded PhD Position in Modified Clay Minerals for Phosphate Fertiliser and Biofertiliser
Summary of PhD Program:
We are seeking suitable candidates for two PhD positions. Projects are Australian Research Council (ARC)-funded (3.5 years). The successful candidates will be enrolled in the Global Centre for Environmental Remediation (GCER), the University of Newcastle, Australia. Both students will work directly with Laureate Professor Ravi Naidu and Dr Bhaba Biswas. The project also includes Dr Tom Cresswell from ANSTO. GCER hosts a node of applied clay research group consisting of at least four junior to senior experience researchers, three PhD students, and national and international collaborators. GCER, which is the research engine house for crcCARE, is a world-class research centre delivering many industry projects, high-quality PhD completions and research outputs.
Application Deadline: 18 August 2023
18. Fully Funded PhD Position in Engineering
Summary of PhD Program:
In 2012, Dr Ken Moss served as Chancellor of the University of Newcastle. During his time at university, Dr Moss served as a member and President of the Board of the University Union and as a member of the Students’ Representative Council. He was elected an honorary life member of the Union, was a director of various subsidiary boards, a foundation board member of Hunter Medical Research Institute, a board member of Hunter Area Health Service and a non-executive director of several companies including NAB.
