University of Wollongong PhD Scholarship

Fully Funded PhD in Advanced Solid-State Battery Materials and Energy Storage at University of Wollongong University of Wollongong in Australia

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

not provided

Funding

Fully funded PhD scholarship with stipend plus tuition coverage and a top-up. The UOW scholarship page lists $38,420 per annum with a possible $10,000 top-up after interview. Duration is 3.5 years.

Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Country

Australia

University

University of Wollongong

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About this position

PhD scholarship opportunity at the University of Wollongong for research in advanced solid-state battery materials, energy storage, and next-generation energy technologies.

The project is linked to the Institute for Superconducting and Electronic Materials (ISEM) and the Australian Institute for Innovative Materials (AIIM), with access to world-class facilities, including neutron/synchrotron techniques and advanced characterisation platforms. The research theme includes solid-state batteries, operando characterisation, and energy technologies for demanding environments.

This is a fully funded PhD with stipend, tuition coverage, and a top-up. The scholarship page lists $38,420 per annum and notes a possible $10,000 top-up after interview. Duration is 3.5 years.

Eligibility highlights include a background in electrochemistry and materials science. The scholarship page also specifies that applicants must be Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or holders of a New Zealand Special Category Visa.

To apply, send a CV, academic transcripts, and a short statement of interest/research interest to the listed supervisors. The closing date on the scholarship page is 1 November 2026.

Funding details

Fully funded PhD scholarship with stipend plus tuition coverage and a top-up. The UOW scholarship page lists $38,420 per annum with a possible $10,000 top-up after interview. Duration is 3.5 years.

What's required

Applicants should have a background in electrochemistry and materials science, and be enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to take on challenges. The scholarship is for Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or holders of a New Zealand Special Category Visa. Candidates should submit a CV, academic transcripts, and a short statement of interest; the post also indicates a brief statement of research interest.

How to apply

Email your CV, academic transcript(s), and a short statement of research interest to Professor Jung Ho Kim and Professor Konstantin Konstantinov. Use the contact emails provided in the post and scholarship page.