Water research and environmental modelling

James Cook University in Townsville, Australia, is offering a fully funded PhD scholarship focused on catchment hydrology and groundwater modelling. The project aims to develop a coupled surface water-groundwater hydrological model (e.g., SWAT+MODFLOW) to quantify nutrient fluxes and forecast cyanobacterial blooms in the Ross River Dam, addressing water security challenges in tropical Australia. This is a collaborative effort supported by Townsville City Council, with a focus on tropical catchment processes under changing land use and climate conditions. The scholarship provides a tax-free stipend of $34,000 AUD per year for 3.5 years, a full tuition waiver, and opportunities for conference and professional development. Applicants should have a background in hydrology, environmental engineering, or water resources science, with strong skills in hydrologic/hydrodynamic modelling and coding. Both domestic and international candidates are welcome. To apply, send your CV (including GPA, graduation date, publications, and IELTS/TOEFL if applicable), transcript, and a short expression of interest to Mahmood Sadat-Noori at [email protected]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a start date in mid to late 2025.