PhD Scholarship in Extracellular Vesicle Biomarkers for Precision Medicine Safety and Efficacy, Australia

  •  PhD
  •  16-Jan-2026
  •   Australia
  • $$  Tax-free stipend aligned with RTP rates

Flinders University is offering PhD Scholarship in Extracellular Vesicle Biomarkers for Precision Medicine Safety and Efficacy. This opportunity supports innovative translational research aimed at developing non-invasive biomarkers to improve medicine safety and personalised treatment outcomes.

Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand domestic students holding an Honours (Class I or equivalent) or research-based Master’s degree in a relevant biomedical or clinical discipline. Candidates should demonstrate strong research ability, communication skills, and a clear interest in precision medicine, biomarker development, or translational research.

Flinders University is a leading public research university located in Adelaide, Australia. It is internationally recognised for excellence in health, medical, and translational research, with a strong focus on innovation and real-world impact. The university offers a supportive and inclusive research environment, modern facilities, and strong industry and clinical partnerships, making it an ideal place for higher degree research students.

Flinders University Information

Flinders University Grants

PhD Scholarship in Extracellular Vesicle Biomarkers for Precision Medicine Safety and Efficacy, Australia Established in 1966, Flinders University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large city of Adelaide (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), South Australia. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Alice Springs, Darwin, Riverland, Mount Gambier and Port Lincoln. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, Flinders University (Flin) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Flinders University (Flin) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Australia and New Zealand
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in research areas related to:
  • Biomedical Science

  • Biochemistry

  • Molecular Biology

  • Clinical Sciences

  • Pharmacology

  • Precision Medicine or related disciplines

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Hold an Honours degree (Class I or equivalent) or a Master’s degree with a significant research component

  • Demonstrate strong research capability (e.g., thesis quality, publications, presentations, or academic excellence)

  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary research team

  • Demonstrated interest in precision medicine, biomarker development, oncology, or pharmacology

  • Meet Flinders University PhD admission requirements

  • Be eligible for full-time enrolment

Offered Benefits

  • Full-time PhD scholarship for 3 years, with a possible 6-month extension

  • Tax-free stipend aligned with competitive RTP rates (higher rates possible for exceptional candidates)

  • Potential top-up funding for high-performing scholars

  • Access to advanced training in:

    • Extracellular vesicle isolation and characterisation

    • Nanoscale analytics and multi-omics

    • Clinical trial sample processing

    • Bioinformatics and AI-driven biomarker translation

  • Opportunities for:

    • Conference travel and research dissemination

    • Collaboration with industry, hospitals, and national research partners

Application Process

To apply for this funding program, applicants must apply online at the university.

Applicants must prepare a single PDF containing:

  • Cover letter outlining motivation, skills, and research interests

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) with academic achievements and referees

  • Certified academic transcripts

  • Supporting evidence of research experience

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