Flinders University 2022 High-throughput identification of biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and transporters Masters by Research Scholarships

Two Masters by Research projects are available in the Synthetic Physiology Laboratory at Flinders University. The laboratory applies bioengineering/synthetic biology to identify biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and membrane transporters. 

• Table of Content
• About Flinders University
• High-throughput identification of biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and transporters Masters by Research Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of High-throughput identification of biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and transporters Masters by Research Scholarships
• Requirements for High-throughput identification of biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and transporters Masters by Research Scholarships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Flinders University

Flinders University is a public university in Adelaide, South Australia. Founded in 1966, it was named in honour of navigator Matthew Flinders, who explored and surveyed the South Australian coastline in the early 19th century. Flinders is a verdant university[citation needed] and a member of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) Group and ranks in the 10-16 bracket in Australia and 36th in the world of those established less than 50 years. Academically, the university pioneered a cross-disciplinary approach to education, and its faculties of medicine and the humanities are ranked amon... continue reading

High-throughput identification of biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and transporters Masters by Research Scholarships

Aim and Benefits of High-throughput identification of biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and transporters Masters by Research Scholarships

Each scholarship includes:

• The Masters by Research can be completed in 1-2 years full-time or 2-4 years part-time, depending on entry qualifications;
• A stipend depending on entry qualifications can be awarded;
• A Research Training Program Fee Offset Scholarship to cover tuition fees for Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens and permanent residents.

Requirements for High-throughput identification of biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and transporters Masters by Research Scholarships Qualification

To be eligible for the award of a scholarship applicants must:

• Be an Australian citizen; or a New Zealand citizen; or have been granted permanent resident status; and
• Meet admission requirements, including an Australian Honours degree.
• Students with a background in biology, physics, chemistry or engineering are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

The application for the projects and admission to a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) are separate processes.

Interested candidates should first send an expression of interest to Prof Harald Janovjak [email protected]. Please state “EOI Masters by Research” in the subject of the email and please include the following:

• A cover letter that outlines your research interests and your motivation for pursuing a higher research degree; and
• A curriculum vitae, including work and/or research experience; and
• Copies of academic transcripts; and
• Contact details of two references.

Applicants will be shortlisted as soon as applications are received.

The successful candidates will ideally begin by May 2022, subject to negotiation.

The applicants that are successful will then apply for admission to a relevant HDR at Flinders University.

Prof Harald Janovjak

For more details, visit Flinders University website.