University of Wollongong PhD Scholarship on Gender-Based Violence in the Workplace 2026

The University of Wollongong (UOW) invites applications from outstanding candidates for a funded PhD scholarship to undertake an interdisciplinary research project examining gender-based violence in the context of work.

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineJune 29, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Wollongong
• City to studyNew South Wales
• School to studyUniversity of Wollongong
• Eligible CountryAustralia

Benefits

• The scholarship stipend is $36,943 p.a., indexed annually.
• The successful candidate will be able to maintain paid employment to the extent that it does not adversely affect satisfactory academic progress on the PhD.

Requirements

We welcome applications from high-achieving candidates with an undergraduate background with Honours (ideally first class) or a Master's degree (with a major research component) in criminology, law, sociology, social work, gender studies, public policy, or a closely related discipline.

We welcome applications from both recent graduates and established professionals working in the legal or social services sector, with the above credentials, who are looking to advance their skills and impact through undertaking a PhD.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate:

• A strong academic record and capacity for independent research
• A demonstrated interest in gender-based violence, work and employment, law and justice, or related fields 
• Experience with qualitative, participatory, feminist and/or trauma-informed research approaches (desirable)
• An ability to work collaboratively with industry and community partners
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

The successful candidate must commence by 31 August 2026.

Application Documents

Applicants should submit the following materials:

• A 3-4-page research proposal aligned with the project theme
• A curriculum vitae
• Academic transcripts
• A cover letter (one page) outlining motivation to undertake doctoral research, research interests, relevant experience and suitability for the project
• Contact details for referees, including at least 1 academic referee

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their proposal to the broad theme of gender-based violence in the context of work and may propose a specific population, setting, or response model within that scope.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications should be emailed to Associate Professor Sarah Ailwood at [email protected].
  Suitable applicants will be invited for an interview with the supervision team.

For more information, kindly visit the University of Wollongong scholarship webpage.