Higher Degree by Research Application Portal

TitlePhD Scholarship in Synthetic Biology
CourseDoctor of Philosophy
KeywordsSynthetic Biology, Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Sustainability, Microplastics, Bioplastics
Opportunity statusClosed
Open date20 Aug 2025
Close date29 Aug 2025
Research areaBiological Sciences
Eligibility

- A First-Class Honours or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related field

- Strong interest in synthetic biology, genetic tool development, or microbial engineering

- Experience with molecular cloning and bacterial genetics (Golden Gate, CRISPR, or similar)

- Bonus: exposure to genetic circuit design, fluorescence-based assays, or non-model organisms

Citizenship statusDomestic
International
Enrolment statusFuture student
How to apply

Submission of Online Application: Complete the Google Forms application, providing personal details, educational background, a short CV, and a statement of research interests.

Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview.

Deadlines:

Application Opens: 20 August, 2025

Application Deadline: Open until positions are filled

Interview Period: Ongoing (If you do not hear from us within 7 days your application was unsuccessful)

Contact

For further inquiries, applicants can contact the PI at georg.fritz@uwa.edu.au

Scholarship details
Scholarship typeStipend scholarship
Scholarship valueAUD $37000
Availability

Start Date: As soon as possible, but no later than October 2025.

SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences
Course typeDoctorates
PhD Scholarship in Synthetic Biology