The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand is offering a fully funded PhD fellowship. These are truly fantastic opportunities for a student wanting to learn cutting-edge modelling techniques with real world applications. The student will become an integral member of a national research team undertaking an integrated project.
The PhDs aim to develop network models for plant pests in the freshwater recreational user network in New Zealand and then use these models to evaluate opportunities for mitigation. This will be achieved by mapping the likely pathways on a map of the resources at risk and the suitability for pest establishment. Further details can be found here: http://bioprotection.org.nz/vacancies/phd-studentship-biosecurity-risks- recreational-lake-user-network The scholarships provide an annual stipend of NZD$28,000 a year tax- free, covers full university fees and includes up to approximately NZD$5,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three years. It is expected the successful candidates will be based at Lincoln University, Canterbury, New Zealand. Applicants for this project should hold a first class or high 2A honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant area, preferably with interest in spatial ecology, modelling and/or plant biosecurity. The position is open to applicants of any nationality, provided they are fluent in English, able to obtain a student visa and eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University. Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of two academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the PhD (applicants are welcome to choose one or more) and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to [email protected]. Closing date for applications is 10th October 2016.
