PhD Opportunities in Microbiology in Australia

Phd Positions in microbiology in australia

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Universities with open PhD positions in microbiology in Australia include University of Sydney, Western Sydney University and Flinders University.

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Archita Mishra

University of Sydney

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PhD opportunity at the University of Sydney in the Early-life Microbiome and Immunity group led by Archita Mishra . The project explores the foundations of human immunity before birth and how the developing immune system is shaped during fetal life. Research themes include immunology , microbiome , human development , and fetal development , with methods such as spatial transcriptomics , single-cell approaches , and tissue imaging . This is a strong fit for students interested in developmental b...

Immunology
Biology
Tissue Imaging
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1 days ago

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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...

Environmental Science
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Biology
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2 days ago

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Flinders University

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Flinders University is advertising PhD Scholarships in Science and Enterprise (2027 Intake) in Australia . The post highlights multiple newly funded PhD projects across different themes, including AI and data science for elite sports performance analytics and medical research focused on early detection of ovarian cancer . This is a fully funded PhD opportunity with a living allowance plus full tuition coverage . It appears to be a project-based scholarship call with several openings rather than ...

Computer Science
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Sports Science
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2 days ago

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University of New South Wales

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PhD opportunity at the Justice Health Research Program, University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) for a project titled “Developing a whole-of-setting model of care project for trans people in prison.” This is a funded PhD under the UNSW Scientia scholarship PhD scheme and is part of an MRFF-funded research project. The position offers a 3.5-year scholarship with an annual tax-free stipend of AUD 39,991 . In addition, the project provides a one-off AUD 25,000 global mobility grant for travel to...

Sociology
Psychology
Health Services Research
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3 days ago

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University in Western Australia

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Last-minute domestic PhD scholarship opportunity at the University of Western Australia for research on seagrass ecology , conservation , genetics , bioinformatics , and marine restoration in Shark Bay, Western Australia . The project asks why Shark Bay’s seagrass meadows are still struggling to recover after an extreme climatic event in 2011. The successful candidate will join a research team working in a UNESCO World Heritage Area and will contribute to investigations of genetic drivers of sea...

Environmental Science
Biology
Geography
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3 days ago

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Australian National University

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Oxford PhD Exchange (ANU to Oxford University) is a research exchange opportunity for PhD / HDR candidates at the Australian National University to spend one academic year or one to two academic terms at Oxford University . The exchange is designed to help excellent doctoral researchers enrich their work in an international setting, with opportunities to conduct independent research, audit classes, attend workshops, and network with academics in their field. The call is open to all disciplines ,...

Computer Science
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Biology
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5 days ago

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La Trobe University

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La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia is inviting expressions of interest for two PhD scholarships in the Baker Department of Cardiovascular Research, Translation and Implementation . The research environment focuses on cardiovascular disease , diabetes , and public health , with an emphasis on translating discoveries into practice, policy, and education. Research themes include understanding who is at risk of cardiovascular and cardiometabolic disease, identifying molecular pathways under...

Biology
Medical Science
Salud Pública
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1 week ago

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La Trobe University

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Graduate Research PhD Project Scholarships are available at La Trobe University in Australia for future PhD candidates. The scholarship supports project-based doctoral research across La Trobe campuses, including Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, Mildura, and Shepparton. The award provides a $36,000 per annum stipend for up to 3.5 years , plus tuition fee support (RTP Fees Offset or La Trobe Full Fee Research scholarship) for up to 4 years for a doctoral degree. Additional support includes a r...

Environmental Science
Biology
Medical Science

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Deakin University

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Fully funded PhD opportunity at Deakin University in Australia: Alcohol in the Digital Age . This project investigates how young Australians access alcohol through digital platforms, including online purchasing and rapid delivery services, and how these access pathways relate to mental health and physical health outcomes. The research addresses an important public health problem, given alcohol’s contribution to disease burden among young people. The successful PhD candidate will contribute to a ...

Psychology
Biology
Longitudinal Study
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1 week ago

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Jung Ho Kim

University of Wollongong

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Australia

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PhD scholarship opportunity at the University of Wollongong’s Institute for Superconducting and Electronic Materials (ISEM) and Australian Institute for Innovative Materials (AIIM). This project focuses on advanced solid-state battery materials and energy storage innovation, with a strong emphasis on next-generation batteries for extreme cold conditions. Research themes include solid-state batteries, operando characterisation, neutron/synchrotron techniques, advanced characterisation platforms, ...

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Electrical Engineering
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5 months ago

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Cheng Zhang

The University of Queensland

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Fully funded PhD opportunity at The University of Queensland in PFAS remediation , water treatment , polymer chemistry , and materials science . The project is led by Associate Professor Cheng Zhang (Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, UQ) and is supported through an ARC Industry Mid-Career Fellowship in collaboration with The Chemours Company and Queensland Water Directorate (qldwater) . The research focuses on developing next-generation sorbents and magnetic ion-exchang...

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
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4 months ago

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The University of Queensland

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PhD scholarship opportunity at The University of Queensland for a domestic student project on micro- and nanoplastics in drinking water . The research is based at the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS) and is supervised by Dr Elvis Okoffo (ARC DECRA Research Fellow). The project investigates how micro- and nanoplastics enter drinking water systems, their sources and environmental pathways, how they behave through water treatment processes, and how they can be detected ...

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
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5 months ago

Living costs in Australia

Estimated costs in Australia.

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University Tuition

Average PhD tuition per year

A$34.1k

$22,000/yr

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Clothing

Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year

A$1.9k

$1,200/yr

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Books & Academic Supplies

Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year

A$1.1k

$700/yr

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Groceries

Basic food shopping for one student per year

A$4.5k

$2,880/yr

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Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo

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Deakin University

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Australia

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Tissue Engineering

Crop Science

Plant-pathogen Interaction

Plant Biology

Plant Microb

University of New South Wales

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Australia

Research Interests

Maternal And Child Health

Obstetrics And Gynecology

Assisted Reproductive Technology

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Outcomes

Professor

MONASH UNIVERSITY

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Australia

Research Interests

Immunology

Microbiology

Pathogen Biology

Proteasome Biology

Bacteria

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University of Sydney

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Australia

Research Interests

Microbiology

Biochemical Engineering

Antibiotic Resistance

Biofilm Formation

A Simple Approach To Tailoring Biofilms For Effective Removal Of Micropollutants During Wastewater Treatment

University of Western Australia

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Australia

Research Interests

Microbiology

Virology

Helicobacter Pylori

Gastric Cancer

Pathogen Biology

Associate Professor

University of Wollongong School of Biological Sciences

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Australia

Research Interests

Microbiology

Immunology

Bacteria

Environmental Microbiology

Antibiotic Resistance

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