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Fully Funded PhD in Marine Ecology, Environmental Science and Marine Cyanobacterial Blooms Lincoln University in New Zealand
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Aug 15, 2026
Country
New Zealand
University
Lincoln University

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Fully funded PhD opportunity in Marine Ecology, Environmental Science, and Marine Biology at Lincoln University in collaboration with the Cawthron Institute, New Zealand. The project is titled Understanding Benthic Marine Cyanobacterial Blooms and Toxin Production and focuses on the ecology, environmental drivers, and toxin production of benthic marine cyanobacterial blooms.
This interdisciplinary project is relevant to students interested in microbiology, biodiversity conservation, genetics & molecular ecology, coastal ecosystems, toxicology, and climate & environmental change. It aims to address threats to coastal ecosystems, marine biodiversity, public health, and environmental sustainability.
Funding: NZ$35,000 annual stipend plus full tuition fees covered. The opportunity is open to high-achieving international applicants.
Eligibility highlights: Applicants should hold a Bachelor's (Honours) or Master's degree in a relevant discipline, have a background in marine ecology/environmental science or related fields, and ideally bring experience in algal culturing, molecular and/or chemical analytical techniques. Quantitative data analysis skills (e.g., R) and excellent written and spoken English are required.
Supervision: Prof. Susie Wood (Lincoln University) is the primary supervisor, with Dr. Laura Biessy and Dr. Kirsty Smith from Cawthron Institute as co-supervisors.
Location: Research base at Cawthron Institute, Nelson, New Zealand; degree awarded by Lincoln University, New Zealand.
Deadline: 15 August 2026.
Interested candidates should register their interest via the provided application link and consult the project information page for full details.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
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