Medical PhD in Discovery and Translation of Evidence for New Strategies to Combat Cardiometabolic Diseases

A one year medical postgraduate scholarship is available for a suitably qualified student to undertake research studies as part of their PhD degree. The scholarship is only available to full-time students.

Proposed projects must fit within the broad sphere of study of the Institute's current National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Program Grant. The research done within this program will provide evidence about new methods of cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, stroke, renal disease and diabetes risk assessment, prevention and treatment that will be relevant for millions of Australian patients and tens of millions worldwide. Positive results from this clinical research are expected to bring about rapid changes in clinical guidelines, public health initiatives and health service delivery.

This scholarship is for a period of 1 year but may be extended following satisfactory progress and/or funding availability.

Eligibility:

1. Applicants should be Australian citizens or permanent residents.
2. Applicants should have a Masters degree in Public Health or Medicine.
3. Enrolled in a PhD, or willing to enroll in a PhD at the University of New South Wales
4. Applicants should hold a medical qualification e.g. RACP/ RACGP with cardiology, cardiovascular, hypertension, real or diabetes background or similar

Amount awarded:

The scholarship stipend is up to $55,000 per annum (tax free, and inclusive of any allowances). The scholarship also includes project support of $20,000 per annum.

Click here to apply: https://thegeorgeinstitute.recruitmenthub.com.au/applyjob/3545336

Applications should include a cover letter, current CV, copy of academic transcripts, proof of citizenship or permanent residency, and the names and contact details of at least two referees.