NHMRC Synergy Grant PhD Scholarship in Phase-Contrast X-Ray Imaging

Job Description:

Employer: The University of Melbourne, Faculty of Science, School of Physics
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Salary: $37,207 p.a. tax-free stipend
Full time, 3 years fixed term
Closing date: 10 May 2024

About the Opportunity
The University of Melbourne is offering a postgraduate research scholarship for a PhD student in the Faculty of Science to undertake research in developing improved breast cancer diagnostic techniques using phase-contrast tomographic imaging with synchrotron radiation. This Scholarship is funded by a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Synergy Grant under the program called IMplementation of x-ray PhAse-Contrast Tomography (IMPACT). The candidate will undertake research in X-ray imaging physics, using theoretical and computer simulation approaches, as well as participating in experiments and applying the developed methods to processing and analysis of image data collected at the Australian Synchrotron and other imaging facilities. The candidate will be expected to work with medical specialists to ensure that the results of their research are relevant for medical practice.

This scholarship is valued at $37,207 per annum and is tenable for up to 3 years.

Applicants should have:

• be a domestic/international student
• be intending to apply, applied for admission, have conditional or an unconditional offer of admission to commence a PhD or being currently enrolled to study full-time in a PhD within the Faculty of Science
• conduct research in optimising the imaging parameters of phase-contrast tomography (PCT) for breast cancer imaging
• hold an undergraduate degree in science with at least a credit average or in relevant area of X-ray physics
• be able to demonstrate at least one of the following:
  • research experience through an honours program (First Class or Second Class, Divison I), or
  • that you hold a Masters Degree by Research in a relevant subject

For more information about the research please visit:
Home | IMPACT (sydney.edu.au)
Closing time: 11.59pm 10 May 2024

How to Apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV and any additional supporting documentation) must be submitted directly to Magalene Wong-Borgefjord, Research Program Manager, magdalene.wong-borgefjord@sydney.edu.au

For inquiries regarding this opportunity, please contact Professor Harry Quiney, Chief Investigator, quiney@unimelb.edu.au

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