Mandy Freund

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.