A PhD scholarship is available at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, Australia on understanding the role of bone remodeling and stress shielding in shoulder biomechanics with a focus to better understand causes of implant loosening and bone resorption in the shoulder joint.
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PhD scholarships
Aim and Benefits of PhD scholarships
- A living allowance of $33,413 per annum (indexed rate) for three years
- the scholarship is for full-time study and can be used to support living costs
- a six-month extension to the scholarship is also possible, subject to approval by QUT
- a successful international student will be considered for a HDR tuition fee sponsorship, if successful in receiving the scholarship.
Due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, preference/priority will be given to domestic or resident international students but exceptional international applicants will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
Requirements for PhD scholarships Qualification
- Meet QUT academic and English language entry requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy or Professional Doctorate
- undergraduate degree in biomechanics, mechanical engineering, or related discipline
- first-class honours (H1) or equivalent
- both domestic and international applicants are welcome to apply.
Interview date, Process and Venue for PhD scholarships
- an undergraduate degree with first or second class division 1 Honours in biomechanics, mechanical engineering biomedical engineering, or a related discipline
- eligibility for admission to the PhD program at Queensland University of Technology
- knowledge of 3D computational simulations of musculoskeletal tissues and analysis
- excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English, including meeting the QUT English language requirements (no exceptions can be made to the latter)
- This project requires a background in biomechanics, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline. Experience in 3D computational modeling using FEA modeling approaches is highly desirable.
Application Deadline
January 30, 2022
How to Apply
Contact Professor Peter Pivonka via email for more details.
Please send your application, with your curriculum vitae to Professor Pivonka. Applications will be accepted until the scholarship is awarded, but applications will be assessed starting 01 October 2021.
For more details, visit QUT website.
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