The Australian Research Council (ARC) Training Centre for Current and Emergent Quantum Technologies is offering 12 fully-funded PhD scholarships for students interested in pursuing interdisciplinary research in quantum technologies. These prestigious scholarships provide an excellent opportunity for both Australian and international students to advance their careers in this cutting-edge field.

Scholarship Details

The scholarship package includes:

  • Annual stipend of $36,131 (indexed annually)

  • Additional top-up scholarship of $10,000 per annum

  • Duration of up to 3.5 years for PhD projects

  • Likely tax exemption (subject to Taxation Office approval)

Note for International Applicants: The scholarship does not cover the mandatory Overseas Student Health Cover costs.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be:

  • Australian citizens, or

  • Australian permanent residents, or

  • New Zealand citizens, or

  • Permanent Humanitarian Visa holders, or

  • International students who meet the candidature requirements for a Higher Degree by Research at one of the host universities

The scholarship is available to future and commencing students in the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology (SET).

Host Universities

Projects will be conducted at one of the following institutions:

  • University of Adelaide

  • RMIT University

  • University of Queensland

Available Research Projects

The Training Centre offers a diverse range of projects across three main research areas:

Quantum Sensing Projects

  • Project 1.1: Chip based quantum position navigation & timing devices (University of Adelaide)

  • Project 1.2: Nitrogen-vacancy centres in diamond and other materials (RMIT)

  • Project 1.3: Single Quantum - Superconducting nanowire single photon detectors (University of Adelaide)

  • Project 1.4: Quantum biosensor development (University of Adelaide)

  • Project 1.5: Quantum chemical sensor development (University of Adelaide)

Quantum Computing Projects

  • Project 2.1: Superconducting quantum circuit design (RMIT)

  • Project 2.2: Optical quantum computing (University of Queensland)

  • Project 2.3: Quantum tools (RMIT and/or University of Queensland)

Quantum Light Sources Projects

  • Project 3.1: Laser development (University of Adelaide)

  • Project 3.2: Bacterial sterilisation using quantum light (University of Adelaide)

  • Project 3.3: Quantum light sources (University of Queensland)

  • Project 3.4: Compact hybrid optical-atom-chip traps (University of Queensland)

Application Process

To apply, submit an expression of interest to arcquantumcentre@adelaide.edu.au with the specific project number(s) of interest in the subject heading.

Your application must include:

  • Evidence of citizenship or residency status (if applicable)

  • Degree parchments

  • Academic transcripts

  • Translations of non-English documentation

  • Evidence of English language proficiency

  • A curriculum vitae

Short-listed applicants will be invited for an interview, and successful candidates will then be asked to submit a formal application for admission.

Key Dates

  • Applications Open: October 8, 2024

  • Applications Close: Open until filled

Additional Information

For specific information about each research project, please contact the principal supervisor as per the ARC Training Centre for Current and Emergent Quantum Technologies flyer.

For general information about the Training Centre, contact Dr. Ruth Shaw at arcquantumcentre@adelaide.edu.au

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