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Psychology PhD scholarship - applications open

We are seeking a Psychology honours graduate with excellent research and statistical skills to undertake an innovative project as a PhD.

The research is a collaborative industry partnership between Victoria University and Bioscreen (a provider of specialist pathology services).

About the PhD project

The project involves working with a database of over 8000 patients containing:

  • multiple questionnaire responses on the frequency and severity of a wide range of neurocognitive, mood, sleep and physical symptoms from people with a range of disorders
  • microbiota levels across several hundred different types of gut flora.

The project will involve a variety of statistical techniques, including regression modelling.

Eligibility

The successful applicant will:

  • have a strong academic record
  • be well organised,
  • be highly motivated
  • be capable of working well independently. 
  • have evidence of strong performance in statistical analysis
  • have an interest in human bioscience (preferred).

The scholarship recipient will receive $40,000 per year (tax free) for three years.

Both domestic (local) and international students can apply for the scholarship.

Domestic (local) students

A successful domestic applicant will be granted a Research Training Scheme place (exempting them from PhD fees) and a stipend of $40,000 per year.

International students

A successful International applicant will be required to pay full tuition fees and but will receive a stipend of $40,000 per year.

Relocation costs for international or interstate applicants will be at their own expense.

How to apply

Please email researchscholarships@vu.edu.au for an application form and further information.

Applications close at 4pm on Thursday 19 November, 2015.

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