CSIRO Next Generation Quantum Graduates Program (NGQGP) – Multiple PhD scholarships available in Quantum Biotechnology at QUBIC

As part of the CSIRO Next Generation Quantum Graduates Program (NGQGP), multiple PhD scholarships are available for domestic students to study with ARC Centre of Excellence in Quantum Biotechnology (QUBIC) researchers and their industry partners on projects spanning quantum physics, biophysics, biology, chemistry and the humanities.

QUBIC students do research at the interface of quantum technologies and life science, to drive innovation across manufacturing, clean energy, agriculture, health and national security.

Selection Criteria

Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement in one or more of the following fields: optics, quantum physics, biophysics, biology, or chemistry. Possess a working knowledge of physics, biology, and computational methods, which would be beneficial for the project.

Have a background or knowledge in microscopic imaging, cell biology, biophysics, and chemistry, which is highly desirable for the research.

Provide evidence of relevant research experience in the above-mentioned fields, such as laboratory work, internships, or research projects.

Highlight any contributions to research publications, presentations, or collaborations.

Eligibilty

Applicants must be a domestic student – either Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens. To be eligible for this applicantion, applicants must have completed a UTS recognised degree in

• MSc Research or MSc Coursework with a research thesis of at least 6 months,

• or Bachelor Honours degree with 1st Class, or 2nd Class Division 1, or division 1 honours, or an equivalent or higher qualification,

• or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate research studies.

Required

Applicants should send their CV and list of publications to contact person’s email address by the closing date. The application process is currently open and will continue to be open until all positions have been filled. We highly encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Shortlisted candidates will be advised with further details.

For further Information on application essentials please visit UTS Graduate Research applications.

Not eligible for this scholarship ?

We also offer a number of other fully funded scholarships, studentships and awards at university, faculty and department level to support both Domestic and Overseas students

For more information, visit UTS Science Faculty Research Projects or search in UTS Scholarship search tool to find out what you may be eligible for.

About QUBIC

The ARC Centre of Excellence in Quantum Biotechnology (QUBIC) is the first national Centre globally at the interface of quantum and biological science. We aim to create a unique, vibrant, multidisciplinary environment for transformational, collaborative research at the very cutting edge.The Centre has nodes at The University of Queensland, The University of Melbourne, the University of Technology Sydney, the University of Wollongong and Flinders University.

Our research program and methodology are designed to be deeply interdisciplinary, bringing our team together for major impact.

Industry placement

This opportunity includes a 6-month internship with a QUBIC industry partner, and professional development training program delivered alongside the PhD. Our partners include: CSIRO, Orica, Elemental Instruments, University of Surrey (UK), Silanna, University of Victoria (Canada), Ulm University (Germany), Q-CTRL, Evident, Intelligent Imaging, University of Exeter (UK).