Caroline M. Eakin

The Australian National University is advertising centrally funded PhD scholarships for international applicants starting in 2027. This opportunity is aimed at students interested in observational seismology , passive seismic imaging , upper mantle structure and dynamics , and related geophysics topics supporting the global energy transition. Potential PhD projects include studying the lithospheric architecture of the seismically active and resource-rich Gawler Craton in South Australia using recently acquired passive seismic datasets, including SNAKEY and the Lake Eyre Basin Seismic Array . The post is shared by Caroline M. Eakin , Senior Lecturer in Seismology at ANU. She invites interested candidates to send an expression of interest with transcripts and CV by the end of July. ANU notes that centrally funded HDR scholarships are competitive. Applicants typically need a first-class honours degree or a master’s degree with a substantial research thesis (equivalent to 6 months / one full semester), completed with the highest grade category by the application deadline. Other relevant research or work experience may also strengthen an application. Funding information from ANU indicates that research degree scholarships can cover stipend and tuition fees , with possible additional benefits such as medical leave, carer’s leave, parental leave, relocation allowance, thesis allowance, and dependent child allowance depending on the award conditions. The scholarship round for international applicants closes on 31 August each year, and the post specifically asks interested candidates to contact Caroline Eakin before the end of July.

The Australian National University is advertising a Postdoc / Research Fellow in Seismology at the ANU Research School of Earth Sciences in Canberra, Australia. The project focuses on observational seismology and aims to investigate upper mantle structure using receiver functions beneath the WA-Array , a continental-scale array covering Western Australia. This is a strong opportunity for researchers interested in seismology, geophysics, Earth structure, and mantle imaging. The position is open at Level A or Level B . Candidates for the higher level are expected to have prior substantive postdoctoral experience. Applicants with relevant experience in observational seismology are encouraged to apply, and international applicants are welcome . Funding is available for up to 3.5 years , with support running until 30 June 2027 . A preferred start date is in Q1 2027 . Applications must be submitted through the ANU jobs portal . The closing date is 15 November .