RMIT University PhD Scholarship in Environmental Science 2027

RMIT University is inviting applications for a doctoral research scholarship focused on understanding how wastewater treatment plants can contribute to waterbird conservation.

The selected candidate will investigate the relationship between wastewater treatment plant management and waterbird diversity and abundance, using the Western Treatment Plant in Melbourne as the study location. The research will involve ecological fieldwork, experimental approaches and data analysis to identify management practices that can support biodiversity.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineDecember 12, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorRMIT University
• School to studyRMIT University
• Course to studyEnvironmental Science
• Eligible CountryAustralia , New Zealand

Benefits

• $48,000 per annum

   

Requirements

• To be eligible you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen. You will need to have completed an Honours or Masters degree.

   

Application Documents

1. a 1-page cover letter outlining your research background and interests
2. a CV covering education, research experience, publications, relevant skills and work experience
3. unofficial copy of transcripts.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• To express interest, email (Subject: PhD EOI – Waterbird Ecology – [Your Name]) to Dr Christa Beckmann ([email protected]) including a single PDF containing Required Application Documents.

For more information, kindly visit the RMIT webpage.