Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Development of a Dissolvable Antibacterial Microneedle Patch 2025 in Australia: (Deadline 11 July, 2025)

With the aim of providing a world-class education to highly qualified students, Flinders University is providing Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Development of a Dissolvable Antibacterial Microneedle Patch, Australia for the academic session 2025/2026.

Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, or international students currently residing in Australia. They must meet PhD admission requirements, including an Honours degree (Class 1 or 2A) or equivalent with a significant research component, and be available to start full-time study at the university.

Flinders University is a leading public research institution based in Adelaide, South Australia. Renowned for its strong emphasis on innovation and interdisciplinary research, the university offers world-class education across a range of disciplines including health, science, engineering, and the humanities. Flinders is home to cutting-edge research facilities such as the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (FHMRI) and maintains strong industry partnerships and global collaborations.

Application Deadline: July 11, 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Flinders University

• Department: Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (FHMRI)

• Course Level: PhD (Higher Degrees Research)

• Award: $35,200 per annum (tax-free, 2025 rate), for 3.5 years

• Access Mode: Online

• Number of Awards: 1

• Nationality: Domestic and international (with preference to those currently in Australia)

• The award can be taken in: Australia

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities (Australian citizens, NZ citizens, permanent residents, and international applicants residing in Australia)

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a PhD in any research area relevant to drug delivery, wound healing, biomaterials, or antimicrobial technologies offered by Flinders University

• Admissible Criteria: Applicants must:

  • Hold an Honours degree (Class 1 or 2A) or equivalent (minimum AQF Level 8) with a research component of at least 6 months, or have equivalent research experience.

  • Be eligible for PhD admission at Flinders University.

  • Be available for full-time study starting Semester 2, 2025.

  • Contact the project lead prior to application to express interest.

How to Apply

• Interested candidates must first contact Dr. Hanif Haidari via email at hanif.haidari@flinders.edu.au with a CV and cover letter outlining their research background and motivation.

• Applicants must also submit a separate application for HDR admission via the Flinders University portal: Apply here

• Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed during the week of 14 July 2025, and final decisions will be communicated by 21 July 2025.

• The successful candidate should commence the PhD by August–September 2025.

Benefits

• Annual stipend of $35,200 (2025 rate), tax-free, paid fortnightly

• 3.5 years of financial support

• Tuition fee offset through a Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship for eligible domestic students

• International applicants considered on a case-by-case basis

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert supervision within FHMRI

• Opportunities for career development, mentoring, and international collaboration