Closing date: Applications will close when final candidates are selected.
Description:
This PhD project will focus on developing new drugs to treat incurable lung cancer, which is a leading cause of cancer deaths. You will specifically investigate how lung cancers hijack the body’s immune system in order to support tumour growth and spread. The project will also develop innovative ways of targeting inflammation in lung cancer.
Student type: Australian citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, or a self-funded international student are eligible for this scholarship program.
Level of study: PhD
Study area: biological or biomedical sciences or related discipline
Scholarship value: Up to $30,000 per year for a period of up to 3 years.
Eligibility:
- Have a first class Honours Degree (or equivalent) in biological or biomedical sciences or related discipline.
- Be an Australian citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, or a self-funded international student.
- Meet the entry requirements for PhD by research at RMIT University.
How to apply:
Applicants should contact A/Prof Steven Bozinovski: [email protected] to discuss eligibility and the application process.