Australia :PhD scholarships Programme in Polymer Chemistry
The University of Queensland’s is inviting applications for PhD scholarships in Polymer Chemistry for Domestic and International Students in Australia. International applicants must meet the University of Queensland’s English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Applicants will receive stipend at the rate of AUD $25,392 per annum (2014 rate) tax-free for three years with the possibility of a six month extension in approved circumstances. The application deadline is 24 Oct 2014.
- Scholarship will be awarded in the field of synthesis of new polymers and polymer nanostructures for drug and vaccine delivery, high strength coatings, membranes, stem cell scaffolds. The applicant must have a very good undergraduate record in Chemistry.
- The Scholarship is available for Postgraduate, Masters and PhD level of Studies.
- The University of Queensland, Australia is providing this scholarship.
Eligibility:
–The Monteiro group is seeking high-quality chemistry graduates with either Honours (1st or 2A Class) or a Masters equivalent to commence a PhD in the above areas. The applicant must have a very good undergraduate record in Chemistry.
– The candidate will have a 1st Class Honours degree or equivalent in chemistry and should be eligible for an Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) or University of Queensland Research Scholarship (UQRS) or equivalent
-At least 2 high quality research publications;
-Excellent academic performance evidenced by a high Grade Point Average (GPA); and
-International applicants must meet the University of Queensland’s English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements
- Domestic and International Students can apply for this Scholarship.
- The University of Queensland’s Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) is an integrated multi-disciplinary research institute bringing together the skills of world-class researchers working at the intersection of biology, chemistry, engineering and computer modeling. The institute has more than 450 researchers housed in a $AU75 million state-of-the-art building complimented by an extensive suite of facilities. This critical mass of researchers is working to develop new products and processes which will significantly impact human health, the environment, and the development of sustainable renewable energy. AIBN goes beyond basic research to promote and develop the growth of innovative industries, which will benefit the Queensland and Australian economies.
- The Duration of award is 3 years.
- The successful candidates will receive systematic training in Polymer and Organic Chemistry, including the synthesis and state-of-the-art characterization techniques. The candidate will be housed in an excellent research environment with the latest laboratory facilities and polymer characterization equipment. The base stipend will be at the rate of AUD $25,392 per annum (2014 rate) tax-free for three years with the possibility of a six month extension in approved circumstances.
- The mode of application is online.
The application deadline is 24 Oct 2014.
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