Projects

Climate change threatens the survival of corals worldwide, and many reefs have experienced multiple episodes of severe and widespread bleaching. Thus, it is becoming increasingly urgent to determine how quickly corals can adapt to elevated temperatures and other environmental stressors. We are seeking PhD students to participate in several large-scale collaborative projects that will examine relationships between physiological phenotypes and genomic variation in corals to advance understanding of their adaptive capacity. PhD projects will focus on the physiology, quantitative genetics, and/or genomics of target coral species. There is scope for students to develop additional project themes depending on their specific interests.

Eligibility

Competitive applicants will have demonstrated relevant research experience in at least one of the following areas: marine field work involving diving for research, physiological experiments on corals or related taxa, advanced training in evolution and genetics, and/or bioinformatics. Strongly qualified applicants will be encouraged to apply for an Australian Research Training Program stipend ($28,854 per year, indexed annually) and should be available to start their studies in early This opportunity is open to domestic and international applicants, although preference may be given to individuals currently residing in Australia due to border restrictions.

Location

Successful applicants will be based at the National Marine Science Centre in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, under the primary supervision of Dr. Emily Howells. Projects will be co-supervised by Dr. Line Bay (Australian Institute of Marine Science) or Prof. Manuel Aranda (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology). Students may spend some time undertaking research at either of these organizations.

 

How to apply: Prepare a single PDF file that includes:

  • a brief cover letter
  • statement of interest and experience (1 page max),
  • a CV including: the names and contact details of 3 referees (2 pages max), and
  • an academic transcript.

Applications and enquiries can be emailed to Emily Howells (emily.howells@scu.edu.au) prior to the 24th September.

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