Eligibility
The URP is seeking a high achieving PhD applicant to undertake research studies in natural resource planning and governance in Queensland’s Western Downs and the Great Barrier Reef. The candidate will work with a team of researchers as part of a recently funded Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project. The successful applicant will require first class honours in a discipline related to this topic (including a research component equating to one full time semester of study), or equivalent research experience. Publication in refereed international journals would be highly desirable.
Remuneration
The scholarship package will be awarded on a competitive basis and includes an annual living allowance of AUD $24,653 (2013 rate, indexed annually) and $1,000 on commencement of PhD. Students can apply for additional funds up to AUD $6,500 for conference attendance and research expenses following confirmation. The successful applicant will be further awarded a once off top-up scholarship of $5,000.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online atgriffith.edu.au/hdr/apply-now
Closing date:
Midnight (AEST) 7 October 2013.
Enquiries
Visit the URP website for more information at griffith.edu.au/urp For further research project-related enquiries, please contact Dr Karen Vella on (07) 5552 7113, email k.vella@griffith.edu.au; or Associate Professor Neil Sipe on (07) 3735 3511, email n.sipe@griffith.edu.au