The Discovery Biology Department of Eskitis Institute for Cell and Molecular Therapies is offering a highly motivated individual the opportunity to undertake a PhD to identify and characterise novel drug targets in parasites. Scholarships are being offered for research into the identification of new drug targets for either Malaria or African Sleeping Sickness. The successful candidate will be part of a growing team focussed on Tropical Disease Drug Discovery in the laboratories of Assoc Prof Avery. The candidate will have the opportunity to utilise a diverse range of technologies available within Eskitis.
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications from July 7, 2008 until August 4, 2008.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD25000 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Biochemistry and cell biology, Biotechnology or Other biological sciences. It is required that your study starts no earlier than July 7, 2008 and no later than December 31, 2008.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply direct to faculty. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Contact
Vicky Avery (Associate Professor)
Eskitis Institute, Griffith University
Email: v.avery@griffith.edu.au
Web Site: www.griffith.edu.au/science/eskitis-institute-cell-molecular-th
