SCU Fully-funded International PhD in Passionfruit Breeding and Evaluation, Australia

  •  PhD
  •  Open until position is filled
  •   Australia
  • $$  Fully funded

Put your research skills into practice and gain new ones by applying for the Fully-funded International PhD Positionsin Passionfruit Breeding and Evaluation offered by Southern Cross University.

This project aims to provide breeding values based on important traits that will be used to optimise the selection of parents and develop an improved system for selecting new varieties.

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Southern Cross University Grants

SCU Fully-funded International PhD in Passionfruit Breeding and Evaluation, Australia Founded in 1994, Southern Cross University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Lismore (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), New South Wales. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Coffs Harbour, Tweed Heads. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, Southern Cross University (SCU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Southern Cross University (SCU) 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. This 25 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Applications are accepted from around the world.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: PhD degree in Passionfruit Breeding and Evaluation
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
  • The ideal candidate is highly motivated for scientific research in plant breeding and genetics. The successful applicant will need to meet the entry requirements to enrol in a PhD at Southern Cross University on a full-time basis, including a second-class Honours degree (or above) or an MSc degree (or equivalent) in biological or agricultural sciences.
  • Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English, as well as excellent communication and team skills, are expected. A valid driver’s licence is required. The position is open to all domestic applicants and international applicants currently based in Australia.
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Offered Benefits

The successful candidates will be offered a PhD stipend (for a 3-year duration at the Australian Research Training Program rate; the 2021 rate is $28,597 per year, indexed annually), plus a tuition fee waiver and an additional stipend to cover research costs.

Application Process

  • How to Apply: To begin the application process, applicants need to take admission to the university. After taking admission, you can directly contact Dr. Catherine Nock ([email protected]) for more information about this opportunity.
  • Supporting Documents: Applicants are asked to submit an expression of interest, which must include a CV, copies of previous research outputs and a cover letter outlining a summary of your research experience.
  • Admission Requirements: To apply for free study, candidates must have to check out the admission requirements page.
  • Language Requirement: Good knowledge of spoken and written English and excellent communication and team skills are expected.
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