Studentships

Research Scholarships: Constructing the Word Camel Pangenome.

Murdoch University are offering funded PhD program as a three-year research training program focussing on applied research that will benefit camel industries across the globe and will have multiple medical biotechnology outcomes.

The Program includes:

  1. Admission to a university PhD program.
  2. Supervision by a world leading Murdoch University team
  3. A three-year scholarship package totalling approximately $47,000 per annum tax exempt (2025 rate). 
  4. Opportunity to travel to international partner organisations for study.

    Successful students are subject to the policies, procedures and guidelines of Murdoch University. Students will receive a standard PhD on completion.

    Supervisory Team

    Prof. Sulev Koks Dr Abha Chopra
    Faculty Enrolment will be through the School of Medical and Molecular Sciences.
    Location Medical Genomics laboratories, Personalised Medicine Centre, Health Futures Institute, Research and Innovation

     

    Primary location of student Murdoch University, 90 South Street, Murdoch WA 6150, Australia
    Other locations Travel opportunities to partner organisations in Middle East and Europe. 
    No. of Scholarships: 2
    Duration of Award: 3 years
    Level of study: Research
    Study Area: ·                     Farming and animal welfare
    ·                     Medical Genomics
    ·                     Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

    Eligibility

    The student must:

    • Meet participating university PhD admission requirements.
    • Meet university English language requirements.
    • Not have previously completed a PhD.
    • Be able to commence the Program in 2026.
    • Enrol as a full-time PhD student. Part-time arrangements may be considered if approved by the supervisory team and in accordance with university policy.
    • Be prepared to be located at the project location(s) that Murdoch University has approved and, if required, comply with the university’s external enrolment procedures.
    • Be prepared to sign non disclosure and Intellectual Property agreements.

      • How to Apply

      • Applicants are required to submit an expression of interest (EOI) to Prof. Sulev Koks sulev.koks@murdoch.edu.au that includes a 2-page statement, up to date CV and Academic Transcripts.
      • The EOI is assessed by the supervisory team and shortlisted applicants are interviewed.
      • The supervisory team nominates a preferred applicant and informs iPhD office and GRS (or equivalent).

        • Required Documents

        • Original or certified copies of your academic transcripts and certificates.
        • A certified copy of your Australian or other passport or birth certificate (if born in Australia).
          • A copy of your latest curriculum vitae (CV).

            Payment Method

            • All funds will be distributed through Murdoch University.
            • The industry partner will distribute any scholarship top-up funds to the university
              • A three-year scholarship package totalling approximately $47,000 per annum tax exempt (2025 rate).