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Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Microbial Diversity and Ecological Interactions of Australian Native Bees and Mites Western Sydney University in Australia
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
Fully funded PhD scholarship with a stipend of AUD $38,707 per year tax-free for up to 3 years, commencing January 2027, plus an RTP tuition fee offset.
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026
Country
Australia
University
Western Sydney University

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Fully funded PhD scholarship at Western Sydney University, Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment (HIE), for a project on microbial diversity, exchange and ecological interactions between Australian native bees and their associated mites.
The project investigates largely unknown relationships among bees, mites and microorganisms, including microbial diversity, potential transmission pathways and ecological significance. Methods include fieldwork, advanced microscopy and molecular techniques.
Funding includes a tax-free stipend of AUD $38,707/year for up to 3 years, starting in January 2027, with an RTP tuition fee offset. The opportunity is located at Hawkesbury Campus, Richmond, NSW, Australia.
Eligibility is limited to domestic applicants only. The supervisory team includes Dr Alihan Katlav, Professor Markus Riegler and Professor James Cook.
Interested applicants should read the full project description and contact [email protected] to express interest before the deadline of 30 November 2026.
Funding details
Fully funded PhD scholarship with a stipend of AUD $38,707 per year tax-free for up to 3 years, commencing January 2027, plus an RTP tuition fee offset.
What's required
Domestic applicants only. The scholarship is for a PhD project on microbial diversity, exchange and ecological interactions between Australian native bees and their associated mites. The project involves fieldwork, advanced microscopy and molecular techniques.
How to apply
Review the full project description via the provided link, then contact Dr Alihan Katlav by email to express interest. Mention your suitability for the project and domestic applicant status.
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