Fully Funded PhD in Hydroclimate Whiplash, Fire and Flood Risk University of Melbourne in Canada

Fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Melbourne on hydroclimate whiplash — rapid, large-amplitude shifts between wet and dry conditions — and its implications for fire and flood risk.

The project is cross-disciplinary and sits at the intersection of climate science, hydrology, environmental science, and risk analysis. The post highlights a supportive, intellectually rich environment with considerable research freedom and opportunities to collaborate across climate science, hydrology, and fire risk.

Supervisory expertise mentioned includes Linden Ashcroft, Keirnan Fowler, Hamish Clarke, and Mandy Freund. The opportunity is especially suitable for candidates interested in climate variability, hydroclimate extremes, and real-world environmental impacts.

Funding includes a full scholarship plus a $5,000 top-up. The expected start date is October 2026.

Eligibility highlights: background in climate or atmospheric science, physical sciences, environmental science, hydrology, ecology, or a related field; strong communication and quantitative skills; and experience with data analysis tools such as Python, R, or MATLAB.

To apply, interested candidates should email [email protected] by 30 June 2026. A linked opportunity page is also provided for more information.