Flinders University 2023 PhD Enterprise Scholarship

Flinders University and the Alcohol and Drug Foundation are offering a PhD Enterprise Scholarship to undertake research investigating high risk drinking among men, potential intervention periods and health promotion strategies to prevent the occurrence of, or change, risky drinking practices. The PhD student will be based at the National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction (NCETA) at Flinders University. NCETA is committed to acting as a catalyst for change in the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) field.  The PhD scholarship is co-funded by the ADF who have determined the research question based on their experience in the field. ADF are Australia’s leading organisation committed to inspiring positive change and delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm. This PhD Enterprise Scholarship will be supervised by Prof Jacqueline Bowden Director of the National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction, Flinders University and A/Prof Michael Livingston, Curtin University. Both are leading alcohol policy researchers. You will also be supervised by Prof James Smith, from Flinders University, who is a leading men’s health and health promotion research and you will have engagement with Dr Skye McPhie, Manager, Research & Evaluation from the ADF who will assist with opportunities to translate results into practice.   

This inspiring project involves:

        A review of the existing literature to understand the demographic and situational risk factors that lead to behaviours that increase risk of alcohol related harm among men

·         Statistical analysis of national datasets to understand factors associated with risky drinking among men and patterns over time

·         Interviews or surveys to understand at what stage of the life course might intervention be most helpful to prevent the occurrence of, or change, risky drinking practices.

The PhD Enterprise Scholarship also includes an internship of at least 60 full-time equivalent days at the Adelaide office of ADF, agreed to in written form within 18 months of candidature, undertaken and completed prior to completion of the PhD, during which you will be embedded with the industry partner team, developing your network, and gaining insight into the everyday research practices of an industry-leading/service driven organisation.

• Table of Content
• About Flinders University
• Flinders PhD Enterprise Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Flinders PhD Enterprise Scholarship
• Requirements for Flinders PhD Enterprise Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Flinders PhD Enterprise Scholarship
• 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

Flinders PhD Enterprise Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Flinders PhD Enterprise Scholarship

This PhD Enterprise Scholarship offers:

An indexed stipend of $29,863 pa (2023 rate to 31 March), which will be adjusted to $33,000 pa (2023 rate from 1 April) per annum tax free, for up to 3.5 years

·         Access to academic and industry expertise through joint supervision

·         A supportive environment to learn leading-edge research methods and become an expert in your area

·         The opportunity to manage a complex research project and respond innovatively to challenges

·         A collaborative research community where you can enhance your skills and build your network to progress your research career. 

Requirements for Flinders PhD Enterprise Scholarship Qualification

To be eligible for a PhD Enterprise Scholarship you will need:

• To be an Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident or have, or are eligible to apply for, a relevant international visa; and
• Meet Flinders University PhD admission requirements – an Australian Honours degree Class 1 or 2A or equivalent qualification (at least AQF Level 8), or evidence of equivalent research experience, such as refereed publications or significant experience as a lead researcher; and
• Scholarship recipients are expected to take up their studies as soon as practicable within a timeframe specified by the Office of Graduate Research in consultation with the industry partner, up to maximum of 3 months from the time of acceptance of the scholarship.  In exceptional circumstances and with approval of the industry partner and the University, this time may be extended to 6 months.
• Any other eligibility criteria relevant to the industry partner/research project (eg have or able to apply for a National Police Criminal History Check)

It is desirable for applicants to also have:

• Experience in quantitative data analysis
• Experience in public health and/or drug and alcohol research

Interview date, Process and Venue for Flinders PhD Enterprise Scholarship

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will be selected by the Chief Researcher.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Complete the attached Higher Degree by Research Scholarship Application Form, send your application with supporting documentation to Jules Johnson, Business Operations Manager via email at: [email protected]

Applications close:  24 March 2023  To find out more about this exciting scholarship opportunity, contact Professor Jacquie Bowden via email at: [email protected]

Please note that successful scholarship applicants must also apply for, and be admitted to, HDR candidature at Flinders University in order to receive the scholarship. 

The scholarship applications may close earlier than advertised if a successful awardee is selected.  The start date of the project will be decided in consultation with the project lead, with expectation that the successful awardee will commence as soon as practicable.

Submit an application

For more details, visit Flinders University website.