ARC Grant Funded PhD Scholarship in Learning Lessons from Drug Resistance to Tackle Herbicide Resistance 2025 in Australia: (Deadline Open now)

The University of Adelaide is now accepting applications for the ARC Grant Funded PhD Scholarship in Learning Lessons from Drug Resistance to Tackle Herbicide Resistance for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Applicants must be eligible for PhD admission at the university and hold a First Class Honours or equivalent degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, or plant science. Open to Australian citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, permanent humanitarian visa holders, and international students. The successful candidate must commence by 30 March 2026.

Founded in 1874, the University of Adelaide is a leading public research university in Adelaide, South Australia. Known for its high-quality education, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fields like science, engineering, health, business, and arts. The university is part of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight and ranks among the world’s top universities. Its beautiful, historic campus in the heart of Adelaide fosters a vibrant, diverse community.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Adelaide

• Department: Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology (SET); School of Agriculture, Food and Win

• Course Level: PhD (Postgraduate Research)

• Award: $35,300 per annum (2025 rate, indexed annually)

• Access Mode: Online (application submission)

• Number of Awards: NA

• Nationality: Open to Australian Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents, New Zealand Citizens, Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holders, and International Students

• The award can be taken in: Australia

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in biochemistry, molecular biology, and/or plant science offered by the University of Adelaide

• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, permanent humanitarian visa holders, or international students.

  • Must be eligible for admission to a PhD program at the University of Adelaide.

  • Must hold an Honours-level qualification (First Class) or equivalent in a relevant field such as biochemistry, molecular biology, or plant science.

  • Must be able to commence the PhD by 30 March 2026.

How to Apply

• Interested applicants must submit expressions of interest via email to Dr Tatiana Soares da Costa (tatiana.soaresdacosta@adelaide.edu.au) by 30 September 2025.

• The email subject should include the scholarship title: “Learning Lessons from Drug Resistance to Tackle Herbicide Resistance.”

• Application must include the following:

  • Academic transcripts

  • Translations of non-English documents (if applicable)

  • Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover letter addressing:

    • Research experience and capabilities in relevant fields

    • Communication and interpersonal skills

    • Enthusiasm for multidisciplinary teamwork

    • Motivation and ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Annual stipend of $35,300 (2025 rate) for up to 3.5 years

• Tax-free (subject to Taxation Office approval)

• Opportunity to work within a leading-edge laboratory with access to state-of-the-art facilities

• Development of high-impact skills in biochemistry, molecular biology, and plant science

• Contribution to critical global issues in agriculture and food security.

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