PhD research scholarship opportunities in the hydrogeology / hydrogeochemistry exist in the School of Geosciences, Monash University. Specific projects include:

• Groundwater-surface water interaction in upland catchments
• Cycling of solutes through groundwater and surface water systems

Both projects will utilise a combination of geochemical techniques (including major ions and stable & radiogenic isotopes) together with physical hydrogeology to determine water and solute sources, fluxes, and residence times. Project outcomes will include a better understanding of system behaviour and impacts of climate and landuse changes that have implications for management and protection.

The School of Geosciences is located at the Clayton Campus of Monash University and is renowned for its high standards in teaching and research. An extensive range of research facilities are available to postgraduate students and the School provides a vibrant research environment. Monash University has a comprehensive support network for the diverse needs of international students. Graduates of Monash University have a reputation as independent learners, innovators and leaders and are widely sought after by international employers. Further details regarding Monash University may be found at: www.monash.edu.au.

A range of stipend and tuition-fee scholarships is available for Australian, New Zealand and International Students. Details of the various scholarships may be found at: http://mrgs.monash.edu.au/scholarships/index.html. Scholarship applications for 2014 are due in October.

Applicants will typically hold an undergraduate or Masters degree based on at least 4 years of study with a grade that is equivalent of First Class Honours. The degree must include a significant research project component (at least 50% of the final year). Monash scholarships are highly competitive and successful international applicants generally have relevant additional research experience and/or research publications. Applicants for whom English is not first language, or who have not undertaken their degree studies with English as the language of instruction, must attain a satisfactory English language test score (TOEFL or IELTS) before the allocation of scholarships in early December.

Please email your expression of interest along with academic transcripts and curriculum vitae to Mr. Robert Oakley (Robert.Oakley@monash.au), Student & Research Services Officer, at the School of Geosciences, Monash University Clayton campus, Victoria, Australia.

Please note expressions of interest without academic transcripts will not be considered.