The University of Adelaide is offering an exciting PhD scholarship opportunity through the Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Project. This three-year scholarship focuses on pioneering research in renewable energy, specifically on wave energy converters, and provides a substantial annual stipend of $35,300 (indexed annually).
Scholarship Overview
The successful candidate will engage in cutting-edge research aimed at understanding the hydrodynamic loads generated by large-scale wave energy devices. This project involves both experimental design and numerical modeling to develop nonlinear hydrodynamic models for wave energy converters experiencing large motions.
This collaborative research initiative will be jointly supervised by Dr. Nataliia Sergiienko from the University of Adelaide and colleagues Dr. Adi Kurniawan and Dr. Jana Orszaghova from the University of Western Australia. The scholarship recipient will have the opportunity to work with leading experts in the field while contributing to sustainable energy solutions.
Eligibility Criteria
The scholarship is open to:
Australian citizens
Australian permanent residents
New Zealand citizens
Permanent Humanitarian Visa holders
International students
All applicants must be acceptable as candidates for a PhD degree at the University of Adelaide.
Financial Support
The scholarship provides:
A stipend of $35,300 per annum (indexed annually)
Duration of 3 years
Likely tax exemption (subject to Taxation Office approval)
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit expressions of interest to Dr. Nataliia Sergiienko as soon as possible, but no later than June 13, 2025. Please include "ARC Discovery Project Scholarship" in the subject heading of your email.
Your application must include the following documents:
Evidence of Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent resident status (if applicable)
Degree certificates (testamurs)
Academic transcripts
Translations of non-English documentation
Evidence of English language proficiency
Curriculum vitae
Important Note
This application is an "Expression of Interest" only, as the University has not yet secured the relevant funding from the external partner, although negotiations have commenced. If funding is secured on terms satisfactory to the University, the successful applicant will be issued with a formal offer letter. The University is under no obligation to provide the advertised scholarship if funding is not secured from the external partner, in which case, all applicants will be notified.
Contact Information
For inquiries, please contact:
Dr. Nataliia Sergiienko
School of Mechanical Engineering
Tel: (08) 8313 6465
Email: Nataliia.sergiienko@adelaide.edu.au
This scholarship presents an excellent opportunity for researchers interested in renewable energy and wave technology to contribute to groundbreaking research while advancing their academic careers. The project's focus on sustainable energy solutions aligns with global efforts to combat climate change and develop alternative energy sources.
For more information and to apply, contact Dr. Nataliia Sergiienko directly at the email address provided above.
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