Fully Funded PhD in Micro- and Nanoplastics Research at The University of Queensland The University of Queensland in Australia

A fully funded PhD scholarship is available at The University of Queensland (UQ) for an outstanding domestic student interested in micro- and nanoplastics research. The project, supervised by ARC DECRA Research Fellow Elvis Dartey Okoffo at The Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS), will focus on understanding exposure pathways and developing advanced analytical methods to detect and characterise micro- and nanoplastics in environmental and human systems. This research is at the intersection of environmental science, analytical chemistry, and chemical engineering, aiming to address critical challenges in contaminant detection and environmental health.

The scholarship is open to Australian citizens, permanent residents, and onshore applicants who meet UQ's Higher Degree by Research (HDR) admission requirements. Applicants should possess an Honours or master’s degree in environmental engineering or science, chemical engineering or chemistry, analytical chemistry, or a closely related discipline. The opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about environmental health, contaminant analysis, and innovative research in microplastics and nanoplastics.

The funding package is fully funded, covering all standard UQ PhD costs for eligible students. While specific stipend and tuition details are not provided, the scholarship ensures comprehensive financial support for the duration of the program.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Elvis Dartey Okoffo directly via LinkedIn for further information and to express their interest in the position. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading research group at a top Australian university and contribute to impactful research in environmental science and analytical chemistry.