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Charles Darwin University PhD Scholarship

PhD Opportunity in Cotton Pest Research, Population Genomics and Bt Resistance in Northern Australia Charles Darwin University in Australia

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Population Genetics

Funding

Fully funded PhD scholarship/support with a $41,190 per annum tax-free stipend including a $7,000 top-up, plus a generous research budget. Duration is 3 to 3.5 years.

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Expired

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Charles Darwin University

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Charles Darwin University PhD Scholarship

by Charles Darwin University

Fully Funded
PhD
3 To 3.5 Years
Australia

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Keywords

Population Genetics
Ecology
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Biology
Biosecurity
Genetic
Molecular Ecology
Statistics
Bioinformatic

About this position

Charles Darwin University (CDU), in partnership with CSIRO and the Research Institute for Northern Agriculture, is offering a PhD opportunity in cotton pest research focused on population genomics, molecular ecology, bioinformatics, genetics, and Bt resistance in the emerging cotton pest Spodoptera litura in Northern Australia.

The project addresses important knowledge gaps in pest movement, population structure, dispersal, gene flow, and resistance development across northern cotton landscapes. It is designed to support Australia’s Resistance Management Plan and improve sustainable pest management for the cotton industry.

Successful candidates will work closely with CDU, CSIRO, CRDC, and industry partners, with training in population genomics, data analysis, and modelling. The project is based in Darwin or Canberra, with fieldwork in the Northern Territory.

Funding: The scholarship provides a $41,190 per annum tax-free stipend (including a $7,000 top-up), a generous research budget, and support for project costs. The duration is 3 to 3.5 years.

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens/permanent residents, have First-Class Honours or equivalent in molecular biology, ecology, genetics, bioinformatics, or a related field, and be available to commence in 2026. Experience in molecular/genomics or bioinformatics, publication record, and fieldwork experience are desirable.

Deadline: Applications close on 1 May 2026.

How to apply: Send an expression of interest by email to Professor Maxine Piggott with a CV, details of two academic referees, and a brief statement of your background, research experience, and interest in the project.

Funding details

Fully funded PhD scholarship/support with a $41,190 per annum tax-free stipend including a $7,000 top-up, plus a generous research budget. Duration is 3 to 3.5 years.

What's required

Applicants must be eligible for admission to the PhD program at Charles Darwin University and be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen. A First-Class Honours degree or equivalent is required in molecular biology, ecology, genetics, bioinformatics, or a related field. Candidates must be available to commence the PhD in 2026 and be able to be based in Canberra or Darwin for the project duration. Desirable experience includes molecular/genomics or bioinformatics work, at least one publication in a recognised peer-reviewed journal, and fieldwork experience.

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Professor of Tropical Biosecurity

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