PhD Position in Coastal Methane Cycling
- Fully Funded PhD Position
- Associate Prof. Judith Rosentreter (Principal), Dr. Luke Jeffrey (Co-supervisor)
- Open until Filled
- Southern Cross University
- East Lismore, Australia
About the Project
Methane (CH₄) is a potent greenhouse gas that contributed 35% of global warming in 2010–2019. This project aims to unravel methane production (source) and oxidation (sink) pathways in Australian coastal ecosystems such as mangroves, salt marshes, seagrasses, and macro-algae.
The research combines field measurements, laboratory work (stable isotopes, incubations, microbial analysis), and flexible research topics proposed by applicants.
Scholarship & Duration
Funding: Fully funded at RTP rate (AUD $35,500 per annum – 2026 rate, indexed annually)
Duration: 3 years and 3 months, tax-free, paid fortnightly
Submit to Assoc. Prof. Judith Rosentreter: judith.rosentreter@scu.edu.au
- Cover letter outlining your interest, proposed research topic, experience, and career goals (<1 page)
- Current CV with qualifications, publications, work experience, and contact details of at least 2 referees
- Proof of English proficiency (for international applicants)
- Fully funded scholarship at the RTP rate (AUD $35,500 per annum – 2026 rate, indexed annually)
- The scholarship is tax-free
- 3 years and 3 months of full funding
- Access to world-class facilities and infrastructure
- Work within the Catchments, Coasts and Communities research cluster
- Applications accepted from students worldwide
- Start date: as soon as possible, applications reviewed on a rolling basis
- Education: Bachelor's (Hons, 2nd class or above) or Master's degree in biogeochemistry, environmental science, or microbiology
- English Proficiency: IELTS 7.0+ (min 7.0 in writing, no band < 6.5) for international applicants
- Additional Experience: Field GHG flux measurements, microbial analysis, stable isotope techniques, modelling/programming (R, GIS, Python)
