$34,841
Applications are now open.
31 December 2026
1 (One).
Applicants should hold a Master by Research, a Master by Coursework with a high distinction research component, or a first-class Honours degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field. An excellent academic background in chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, polymer science, or pharmaceutical sciences is required. Relevant research experience and publications are highly desirable. Candidates must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or international students meeting English language requirements, and demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary research team. Applicants must also meet RMIT’s entry requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy.
Interested candidates should email the following documents to Professor Tamar Greaves at tamar.greaves@rmit.edu.au or Dr. Hank Han at qi.han@rmit.edu.au: a cover letter (research statement), electronic academic transcripts, and a CV detailing any publications, awards, and the contact information for two referees.
This scholarship supports a PhD candidate with a strong interest in physical chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences, focusing on nanotechnology, drug delivery systems, and related fields. The scholarship involves collaboration with national facilities such as the Australian Synchrotron and researchers from other universities.
This scholarship will be governed by RMIT University's Research Scholarship Terms and Conditions.
Acknowledgement of Country
RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.