Ecological Society of Australia is pleased to offer Ph.D. Top-Up Scholarship: Reintroduction Biology of Australian Small Mammals in Australia. Applicants should be citizens of New Zealand or Australia (or Australian permanent residents).
The aim of this project will be to investigate the reintroduction biology of these three native small mammals to inform future reintroductions. Key to this will be understanding the ecological and behavioral shifts following translocation to a novel environment.
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A fine educational program for citizens of New Zealand or Australia.
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University or Organization: Ecological Society of Australia
Department: NA
Course Level: Ph.D. program
Award: $27,082 AUD
Access Mode: Online
Number of Awards: NA
Nationality: citizens of New Zealand or Australia
The program can be taken in Australia
Application Deadline: Closed
Eligibility
The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for the scholarship:
- The successful candidate will have a background and interests in genetics, conservation biology, zoology, ecology or similar. Specialist skills relevant to the subject of the Ph.D. project, including experience in genetics and/or population modeling`, will be a distinct advantage.
- First-class Honours (or equivalent academic qualifications) is a prerequisite for appointment. Interested individuals are invited to submit an expression of interest stating their interests and ideas in this area of research, transcript (s) and their CV.
- Applicants should be citizens of New Zealand or Australia (or Australian permanent residents). An expert supervisory panel that matches the skills of the successful applicant will be appointed.
Nationality: Applicants should be citizens of New Zealand or Australia (or Australian permanent residents).
How to Apply
- How to Apply: To participate, the applicants need to submit an online application.
- Supporting Documents: Interested individuals are invited to submit an expression of interest stating their interests and ideas in this area of research, transcript (s) and their CV.
Benefit
- The successful candidate must secure an Australian Government Research Training Program Ph.D. stipend scholarship ($27,082 AUD tax-free (2017 rate for 3 years).
- Upon confirmation of the scholarship, and $8,000 per annum top-up scholarship (for 3 years) will be awarded.
- Operating funds are also available as part of the broader project.
