PhD and Undergraduate Opportunities
PhD Positions | Super Science PhD Positions | Summer scholarships | DSTO Undergraduate Scholarships | Honours | Postgraduate
IPAS offers students the oppurtunity to undertake research at various levels. Summer scholarships are available through the Faculty of Science for students interested in spending part of their summer break involved in a research project. Students may also undertake an honours or postgraduate project. International students need to apply for an international scholarship.
For a description of the research IPAS is involved in, please visit the research section of this site. For more detailed information such as available projects contact Prof Tanya Monro. Below are the PhD positions available.
PhD Positions Currently Available
- Precision Measurement Group
- Research and Development of novel germanate glass fibre lasers for high power generation in the mid-infrared
- Virus detection using an optical fibre based sensing system
- Super Science Scholarship #2 - Research and Development of exposed-core microstructured optical fibres for novel sensing applications
- Super Science Scholarship #4: - Reproductive health sensing for IVF.
- Super Science Scholarship #5: - Transforming protein and DNA detection methods: rapid crime scene assessment.
- Super Science Scholarship #6 -Detection of trace quantities of explosives.
- PhD student for a cross-disciplinary project on ovarian cancer and Imaging Mass Spectrometry (IMS) at the Adelaide Proteomics Centre
- PhD student for cross-disciplinary project on colorectalcancer (CRC) and Imaging Mass Spectrometry (IMS)
- PhD Student for Proteomic analysis of chemotherapy response in Acute Myeloid Leukaemia
DSTO Undergraduate Scholarships Currently Available
Precision Measurement Group
PMG is enthusiastic to receive highly motivated and research-focussed students to join the group. In order to attract the very best students we are happy to offer a limited number of PMG top-up scholarships valued at up to $10K p.a. on top of the scholarships provided by the Federal Government or the University of Adelaide.
The scholarship will be attached to projects within PMG and the research interests of this group are available here . More detailed descriptions are available by contacting Professor Andre Luiten .
PhD Opportunity - Research and Development of novel germanate glass fibre lasers for high power generation in the mid-infrared
This cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary project in the fast-growing and well-funded research environment of the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing offers a student a fascinating research opportunity leading to a PhD in Physics or Materials Engineering. The project will explore fabrication and development of novel germanate glass optical fibres for high power generation in the mid-infrared spectral region.
Detailed information on the position and how to apply.
Super Science PhD Positions Available
PhD scholarships are currently available at $23,728.00 with $10k top-up - taking the total scholarship value to $33,728.00 pa. Eligibility requires a minimum of a Second Class Honours Division A or equivalent and applicants must be Citizens or Permanent Residents of Australia prior to the closing date. International students must apply for an international scholarship.
Super Science Scholarship #2:
Research and Development of exposed-core microstructured optical fibres for novel sensing applications
Wanted: Physics PhD student. Apply Now.
This exciting, multi-disciplinary project in the fast-growing and well-funded research environment of the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS) offers the student to gain a PhD in Physics / Materials Engineering. The project aims to develop and improve exposed-core microstructured optical fibres, which is a new fibre type that is specifically tailored for novel fibre optics sensor platforms.
Super Science Scholarship #4:
Reproductive health sensing for IVF.
Wanted: Biology/Biochemistry student. Detailed information on the position and how to apply.
Applications close Wednesday 31st October 2012
This project will pursue the development of new optical fibre-based biological sensing methodologies for probing the state of the endometrium as a means of making decisions on implantations in IVF cycles and to enable the diagnosis of currently unexplained infertility. Studying with a transdisciplinary team of biologists/biochemists, photonics researchers, and gynaecologists, you will develop tools that can monitor the endometrium, in-vivo, without disturbing it.
Super Science Scholarship #5:
Transforming protein and DNA detection methods: rapid crime scene assessment.
Wanted: Biology/Physics student. Detailed information on the position and how to apply.
The aim of this project is to develop a novel rapid scanning platform for use at crime scenes. The approach brings together forensics and microbiology expertise within the Australian Centre for Ancient DNA (ACAD)with advanced microstructured optical fibre (MOF) sensing technologies recently developed in the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS).
The project will develop new measurement tools that will transform the way crime scenes are analysed, which will transform the way policing and CSI activities are performed at crime scenes and will have impact in fields including immigration, border security, disaster victim identification, environmental and conservation management.
Super Science Scholarship #6
Detection of trace quantities of explosives.
Wanted: Chemistry/Physics student. Apply Now.
There is a critical need for ways of detecting explosives in war zones and conflict zones. We propose to use a new optical fibre based photoluminescence approach for the detection of trace organic molecules and thus to identify the presence of explosives. You will work at the boundary of materials science and photonics, will lead to powerful new optical fibre-based filed-portable detectors for use in policing and security markets.
PhD student for a cross-disciplinary project on ovarian cancer and Imaging Mass Spectrometry (IMS) at the Adelaide Proteomics Centre
Epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) has the highest mortality rate of all gynaecological malignancies and was responsible for 13 850 fatalities in 2010. There is no universal model for ovarian oncogenesis and disagreement still exists concerning the correct grading system. As such it is vital to gain a deeper understanding of EOC, in particular, there is an urgent need for the development of grading systems which can unambiguously distinguish tumors based on molecular composition and predict patient responses to treatment.
The proposed project will involve theory, design and application of MALDI imaging mass spectrometry (IMS) to molecular grading of ovarian epithelial tumours. The Adelaide Proteomics Centre is the national NCRIS facility for MALDI IMS and the only group in Australia with a publication record using this technology.
Detailed information on the position and how to apply
PhD student for cross-disciplinary project on colorectalcancer (CRC) and Imaging Mass Spectrometry (IMS)
CRC affects 1 out of every 20 Australians, and although it is treatable if detected early, remains the second greatest cause of cancer-related death. Even with colonoscopic examination, patients diagnosed as negative can still develop CRC. As a result, greater understanding of the differing types of pre-cursor lesion is required, particularly at the molecular level.
The project will involve theory, design and application of classical proteomics like Liquid Chromatography coupled to tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) as well as imaging mass spectrometry (IMS) for the investigation of CRC, the Adelaide Proteomics Centre is the national NCRIS facility for Imaging Mass Spectrometry and the only group in Australia with a publication record on this technology. The Centre is equipped with the latest mass spectrometry instrumentation and has close collaboration with Bruker Daltonics (one of the Mass Spectrometry instrument vendors) to push the boundaries of this technology. The project will use this new technology and apply it to tissue samples from CRC patients.
The main three aims of the project are:
- Determination of disease specific molecular changes at the protein and peptide level by imaging mass spectrometry.
- Identification of mass spectrometry detectable markers and/or marker profiles by IMS and LC-MS/MS.
- Increasing current understanding of atypical CRC precursor lesions in the "serrated" pathway.
We are looking for a self motivated student with a degree in Biochemistry or Chemistry and depending on quality of applicants we would be able to pay a $3,000/year top up on PhD scholarships. Apply now.
PhD Student for Proteomic analysis of chemotherapy response in Acute Myeloid Leukaemia
In AML, several factors have been identified that confer a good or poor prognosis. These include age, white blood cell count, the presence or absence of a preceding haematologic disorder, response to induction chemotherapy and the cytogenetic profile. Cytogenetics is the most important prognostic marker, but there remains heterogeneity within specific cytogenetic subtypes. No cytogenetic abnormality, or a normal karyotype, at diagnosis accounts for 40 - 50% of AML cases at diagnosis but within this group specific molecular mutations such as FLT3, NPM1 or CEBP-A mutations confer unfavourable or favourable outcomes. Response to induction chemotherapy has been found to be a negative prognostic indicator. Gene expression signatures predictive of in vivo drug resistance have been identified. However, changes in gene expression do not necessarily correlate with protein levels within the cell. Therefore it is of interest to determine if there is a change in protein expression levels in patients depending on their response to chemotherapy. Proteomics offers the ability to identify changes in expression level and post-translational modification of a vast number of proteins in patient samples. We predict different protein expression profiles will be observed in patients that respond to chemotherapy compared to patients that do not respond to chemotherapy. Protein profiles of patients that respond or did not respond to induction chemotherapy will be compared and proteins that are differentially expressed or modified between groups will be identified. Identification of specific changes in protein expression may lead to the development of specific therapies targeting these abnormal proteins.
Summer Scholarships
Summer scholarships are offered by the School of Chemistry and Physics to undergraduate students, providing them with the oppurtunity to gain an insight into postgraduate and higher level research.
A summer scholarship at IPAS will provide you with an excellent means to be involved with a world class research facility at undergraduate level. You will have the oppurtunity work with researchers who are well respected leaders in their fields.
More information about summer scholarships can be found on the scholarships webpage.
DSTO Undergraduate Scholarships
DSTO Scholarships in Photonics and Radar Technology
DSTO has established a scholarship program with the University of Adelaide to encourage young scientists and engineers to pursue studies in photonics and in radar, potentially leading to a career in defence research and development.
The scholarships are awarded to students based on the results from their previous year of tertiary study or their year 12 results, in the case of the first year award.
Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) Scholarships in Photonics
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/scholarships/undergrad/dsto_photonics.html
Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) Scholarships in Radar Technology
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/scholarships/undergrad/dsto_radar.html
Applications close Friday 2 March 2012.
Honours
Numerous honours projects at IPAS are available to students every year. Students from any science background are encouraged to apply.
General information on honours programs can be found on the Faculty webpage.
For information about Honours in physics at the University of Adelaide\xC2\xA0contact Prof Bob Vincent.
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Honours Scholarship One scholarship of $5,000 is to be offered for the Bachelor of Science (Honours) program in the area of Optics and Photonics for a student transferring from another institution to the University of Adelaide.Application Form. |
Postgraduate
Several, exciting oppurtunities exist for postgraduate research within the centre. Interesteded students can pursue either a MSc or a PhD by research at IPAS. A MSc and a PhD are two year and three year programs respectively that provide students with the oppurtunity to carry out research into a specific area.
General information on postgraduate studies, including information for international students, can be found on the Faculty webpage.
For information about postgraduate studies in physics at the University of Adelaide contact Dr Rod Crewther.
