Lincoln University is offering a PhD Fellowship to tackle one of the biggest challenges in viticulture: grapevine trunk disease. You’ll be part of an innovative project applying microbiome engineering to create disease-resistant grapevines. The fellowship includes a tax-free stipend of $35,000 per annum, university fees, and research support.
To be eligible for this PhD fellowship, applicants must hold or be about to obtain a first or upper second-class Bachelor’s degree with honours or a Master’s degree in plant pathology, plant microbiology, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in plant pathology and microbiology, with desirable experience in molecular tools to study microbial populations. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and must hold a current driver’s license.
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( votes)Lincoln University is New Zealand’s specialist university for land-based studies, with a strong focus on agriculture, horticulture, and environmental management. Founded in 1878, it is located in Christchurch, on the South Island. Lincoln is renowned for its research and teaching in areas such as agriculture, agribusiness, environmental sciences, and forestry. The university offers a collaborative and innovative learning environment, with a focus on sustainability and applied research that directly benefits industries and communities.
Application Deadline: 1 December 2024
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Lincoln University
- Department: Plant & Food Research, Bragato Research Institute
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: $35,000 per annum tax-free stipend, university enrolment fees, and operating budget
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 1
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in the: New Zealand
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from any country
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is available in the field of plant pathology/plant microbiology, with a focus on grapevine trunk diseases (GTD) and microbiome engineering.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
- Have a first or upper second-class Bachelor degree with honours or a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Have a strong interest and background in plant pathology or plant microbiology.
- Experience with molecular tools to study microbial populations is desirable.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a research team.
- Hold a current driver’s license.
How to Apply
To apply for this PhD fellowship, send the following documents to Prof. Eirian Jones ([email protected]):
- A cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Academic transcripts
- Contact details for two referees
Benefits
The three-year fellowship offers a tax-free stipend of $35,000 per annum, payment of university enrolment fees, and an operating budget to support your research. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research focused on microbiome engineering for mitigating grapevine trunk disease (GTD), with direct benefits to the viticulture industry. The research program aims to generate a GTD-tolerant plant using microbiome engineering techniques, demonstrating an environmentally sustainable solution to an ongoing agricultural problem.
The candidate will receive mentorship from staff at Lincoln University, Plant & Food Research Ltd., and the Bragato Research Institute. The expected enrolment date is 1 March 2025.