University of Technology Sydney (UTS) 2022 Phd Scholarship -The Role of Mast Cell Proteases in Lung Infection

Outstanding candidates with a background in biomedical sciences, pharmacology, or pharmacy or similar are invited to apply for a fully funded PhD scholarship under the supervision of Dr Elinor Hortle and Prof Phil Hansbro at the Centre For Inflammation, Centenary institute.

Mast cells, synonymous with allergy, are long lived tissue resident immune cells. They are strategically located in the lungs where they can detect pathogens and release numerous proinflammatory mediators to recruit additional cells or aid in direct killing of invading pathogens. For these reasons, they may be ideal targets for host-directed therapies to treat respiratory pathogens.

This project will use genetically modified mice that are deficient in specific mast cell proteins to dissect the role that mast cells play in the host response to lung infection. Understanding more about these host-pathogen interactions may identify new ways to treat respiratory diseases.

• Table of Content
• About University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
• University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Scholarship
• Requirements for University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Scholarship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

UTS is the top-ranked young university in Australia. Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We’re known for our innovative teaching. We’re committed to practical innovation and research that benefits industry and society. We believe in social change to create a more just and equal world.

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Scholarship

 Partial Funding, $28,597 per year + additional funds ($7.5k) for travel and other PhD-related expenses.

Requirements for University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Scholarship Qualification

• Applicants must be either permanent Australian residents or New Zealand citizens.
• Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in a biomedical or biological science
• Have a strong academic record and prior laboratory experience
• Completion of Honours degree with First Class, or Second Class Division 1; or MSc Research; or MSc Coursework with a research thesis of at least 6 months. 

Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Technology Sydney (UTS) PhD Scholarship

• be highly motivated and capable of independent work
• have a strong team focus
• possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse range of people and within established collaborative teams
• have knowledge of a research/laboratory environment and requirements
• be computer literate in standard research software
• be able to maintain thorough laboratory records
• experience with standard lab techniques such as ELISA, RNA extraction, reverse transcription, qPCR, western blotting, cell culture, aseptic technique, histological analysis, Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, and primer design
• Be able to conduct in vivo mouse models.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Prospective candidates should contact Prof. Phil Hansbro for further information and to find out how to apply. Please include a CV and short description explaining your interest in the project. Shortlisted candidates will be advised with further details.