Caves and their stalagmites: linking climate to groundwater recharge

Work on a cutting-edge project with the Australian Research Council Laureate Fellowship team.

Description

PhD researchers are sought to join the Australian Research Council Laureate Fellowship team 'Caves and their stalagmites: linking climate to groundwater recharge'. The project is funded from 2025 to 2030, and we are looking to recruit PhD researchers to the team in 2027.

The specific projects are:

PhD 1: Climate, recharge, and groundwater sustainability (collaborating with Gabriel Rau, University of Newcastle).

PhD 2: Climate, recharge, and groundwater policy (collaborating with Marilu Melo Zurita and Cameron Holley, UNSW).

Eligibility

Domestic and International PhD candidates.

Scholarship

$39,206 per annum (2026 rate) plus $10,000 top-up scholarship, up to 4 years.

International candidates will have to apply for a Tuition Fee Scholarship

How to apply

Please email Associate Professor Andy Baker a.baker@unsw.edu.au a copy of your CV and academic transcripts.

Further information on how to apply can be found here HDR Application Process

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