School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment
Lead Researcher: Professor Vivian Tam
About the project
The project is required to conduct experimental work for high-grade recycled concrete. The desirable candidate must have strong background in civil engineering or construction management, focusing on sustainable construction. Knowledge on model development and dynamic skills for concrete are essential for the position. Candidate is required to perform model development, optimization and programing for recycled concrete.
What does the scholarship provide?
- Domestic candidates will receive a tax-free stipend of $30,000(AUD) per annum for up to 3 years to support living costs, supported by the Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset.
- International candidates will receive a tax-free stipend of $30,000(AUD) per annum for up to 3 years to support living costs. Those with a strong track record will be eligible for a tuition fee waiver.
- Support for conference attendance, fieldwork and additional costs as approved by the School.
International candidates are required to hold an Overseas Student Health Care (OSHC)(opens in new window)
insurance policy for the duration their study in Australia. This cost is not covered by the scholarship.
Eligibility criteria
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, who are keen to apply their skills to key issues in high performance buildings. In particular, the project is suitable for candidates with strong interests in energy harvesting systems in buildings, signal processing and data analysis modelling and simulation.
The successful applicant should:
- hold qualifications and experience equal to one of the following (i) an Australian First Class Bachelor (Honours) degree, (ii) coursework Masters with at least 25% research component, (iii) a Research Masters degree, or (iv) equivalent international qualifications.
- demonstrate strong academic performance in subjects relevant to civil engineering, or construction management.
- have an understanding of the importance of recycled concrete.
- be willing to learn modelling and optimization.
- be enthusiastic and highly motivated to undertake further study at an advanced level.
International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency.(opens in new window)
How to apply
Follow the step-by-step instructions on the how to apply for a project scholarship(opens in new window) page.
- Note: You do not need to complete ‘Step 5: Submit an online application for admission’ when applying for this scholarship. You must complete ‘Step 6: Submit an online application for a project scholarship’.
Incomplete applications or applications that do not conform to the above requirements will not be considered.
For questions and advice about the research project, please contact the Lead Researchers;
Professor Vivian Tam: [email protected]
For questions and advice about the application process, please contact the Graduate Research School: [email protected].
Applications close 31 May 2022
*Applications close at 11.59pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
