Postgraduate Opportunity - Impact of burns in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children

Funding Body

The George Institute for Global Health / The Lowitja Foundation

Title

Impact of burns in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children

Supervisor(s)

Professor Rebecca Ivers

Research Areas

Aboriginal health, children, burns, quality of life, cost

Award Type

Postgraduate Research [PhD]

Description

A full-time PhD scholarship is available for a suitably qualified candidate to undertake research studies at The George Institute for Global Health, leading international research organisation. This scholarship is co-funded by the Lowitja Institute and The George Institute for Global Health. The project will involve exploration of the impact of burns on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families, in terms of health related quality of life, cost (indirect and direct)

Eligibility

This is an identified position, and Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander people applying for this scholarship should hold an appropriate Honours 1 or high 2A (or equivalent) undergraduate degree in related discipline and/or professional experience in health policy and research.  A Masters level qualification in public health, health policy or health administration, would be an advantage.

Award Amount

The scholarship stipend is $40,000 per year, for 3 years .

Students are encouraged to apply for competitive external scholarship funding, and will be offered support and resources to do this.

Application Guide

For further information, please contact Professor Rebecca Ivers on 02 8052 4341  or rivers@georgeinstitute.org.au. Applications must 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. Applications may be sent electronically and should be addressed to Professor Rebecca Ivers, Injury Division, The George Institute for Global Health.