PhD Scholarships
PhD Scholarship - Mechanisms of Cell Growth and Repair (PG02)
We seek to recruit an outstanding and highly motivated PhD Student as part of an exciting research program expansion.
The Laboratory for Muscle Research & Therapeutics Development (led by Dr Paul Gregorevic) is focused on identifying the mechanisms associated with regulation of cell size and repair. Special emphasis is placed on understanding acute signal transduction and mRNA/miRNA interactions regulating transcription & translation. This work is key to the development of new approaches to prevent & treat serious conditions associated with human frailty, metabolic and cardiovascular disease.
A significant component of this work involves the use of virus-based “gene-delivery vectors” to modify and study cellular processes via genetic means in rodent models and muscle cell culture. Subsequent assessments include analyses of intracellular protein signalling; transcriptional regulation; cellular biochemistry, muscle structure and function. As such, the work combines established methods with cutting-edge techniques (including high throughput screening tools) in powerful new approaches.
Applicants should be talented, enthusiastic and keen to contribute as an integral part of a rapidly developing team within this outstanding Institute.
Training will be provided for new methods when required, but particular consideration will be given to applicants that have experience with tissue culture, assessment of signalling protein abundance and phosphorylation, DNA cloning, quantitative PCR, and transcriptional profiling. Attention to detail, and the ability to work both as part of the team and also independently are essential.
The scholarship may be renewed for up to 3 years, subject to the applicant meeting the expected research and education requirements.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must have (or be eligible to apply for) an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work/education visa.
Applications should include a resume with academic transcripts and details of 3 professional referees quoting reference number PG02.
Contact Details
Teri Ball, Human Resources Officer
Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
03 8532 1111 or 03 8532 1736
teri.ball@bakeridi.edu.au
PhD Scholarship (AT04)
Applicants are invited to apply for a PhD scholarship at Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute. The scholarship is to undertake a PhD in a clinical trial of stroke management under the supervision of A/Prof Mandy Thrift. The trial, “Shared Team Approach between Nurses and Doctors for Improved Risk Factor Management – STAND-FIRM for stroke patients”, is funded by the NHMRC. The doctoral fellow, as part of obtaining the post-graduate qualification, will be responsible for liaising with General Practitioners about the project. They will also liaise with study staff about recruitment, assessments, equipment and management of ethics progress reports. Other duties will include recruiting participants, preparing chronic disease management plans as part of the intervention being tested and undertaking data analyses appropriate for the research questions identified by the applicant for inclusion in the thesis.
The position is based at our Melbourne campus. Work duties will also require some travel to visit General Practitioners and other Melbourne hospitals (e.g. Monash Medical Centre, Box Hill Hospital, and Caulfield General Medical Centre). Some patient home visits will also be required.
A tax free scholarship of $22,500 p.a. for 3 years is being offered. Enrolment for the PhD will be through Monash University.
Previous work in stroke or other vascular disease would be advantageous (but is not essential).
Scholarships are available to Australian and New Zealand residents only.
To apply for either of this scholarship or to obtain further information please email teri.ball@bakeridi.edu.au.
Applications must include a current resume with academic transcripts and details of 3 professional referees quoting reference number (AT04)
Contact Details
Teri Ball, Human Resources
Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
03 8532 1111 or 03 8532 1736
PhD Scholarship - Healthy Lifestyle Research Centre (RD03)
We are seeking two motivated and enthusiastic PhD scholars to join the Healthy Lifestyle Research Centre (HLRC) at Baker IDI. Using the state of the art research facilities comprising a gymnasium, kitchen and clinical research rooms the Healthy Lifestyle Research Centre research program examines how genetic and environmental factors interact to regulate body weight and body composition in humans as a basis for development of lifestyle interventions.
This expanding research program will provide the foundation for the ongoing development and refinement of evidenced-based, sustainable, physical activity and nutrition intervention strategies for people in the wider community living with or at risk of the complications of obesity, particularly its metabolic and cardiovascular consequences.
Using the research platforms of epidemiology, physiology, cell biology and behavioural research, impacts of physical activity and nutrition will be investigated to address knowledge gaps and contribute to the translation of this research into new drugs, devices and treatment options for patients, and to the translation of the research into public health policy and public health practices.
The research program also seeks to understand the role of energy intake and expenditure in determining body fat gain throughout life; hormonal and cellular investigations will aid the identification of underlying metabolic causes of individual differences in body composition and energy regulation.
The scholarship may be renewed for up to 3 years, subject to the applicant meeting the expected research and education requirements.
Previous work in physical activity, nutrition or clinical biomedical research is advantageous. A keen interest in these areas of research is essential.
Scholarships are available to Australian and New Zealand residents only.
To apply for this scholarship or to obtain further information please email teri.ball@bakeridi.edu.au or visit www.bakeridi.edu.au/students/
Applications must include a current resume with academic transcripts and details of 3 professional referees quoting reference number (RD03)
Contact Details
Teri Ball, Human Resources
Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
03 8532 1111 or 03 8532 1736
PhD Scholarship - Mechanisms of Cell Growth and Repair (MMS1)
The Laboratory for Muscle Research & Therapeutics Development (led by Dr Paul Gregorevic) is focused on identifying the mechanisms associated with regulation of cell size and repair. Special emphasis is placed on understanding acute signal transduction and mRNA/miRNA interactions regulating transcription & translation. This work is key to the development of new approaches to prevent & treat serious conditions associated with human frailty, metabolic and cardiovascular disease.
A significant component of this work involves the use of virus-based “gene-delivery vectors” to modify and study cellular processes via genetic means in rodent models and muscle cell culture. Subsequent assessments include analyses of intracellular protein signalling; transcriptional regulation; cellular biochemistry, muscle structure and function. As such, the work combines established methods with cutting-edge techniques (including high throughput screening tools) in powerful new approaches.
Applicants should be talented, enthusiastic and keen to contribute as an integral part of a rapidly developing team within this outstanding Institute. Attention to detail, and the ability to work both as part of the team and also independently are essential. Training will be provided for new methods when required, but particular consideration will be given to applicants that have experience with tissue culture, assessment of signalling protein abundance and phosphorylation, DNA cloning, quantitative PCR, and transcriptional profiling.
The scholarship may be renewed for up to 3 years, subject to the applicant meeting the expected research and education requirements.
Scholarships are available to Australian and New Zealand residents only.
To apply for either of these scholarships or to obtain further information please email teri.ball@bakeridi.edu.au or visit www.bakeridi.edu.au/students/
Applications must include a current resume with academic transcripts and details of 3 professional referees quoting reference number (MMS1)
Contact Details
Teri Ball, Human Resources
Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
03 8532 1111 or 03 8532 1736
PhD Scholarship - Mitochondrial pathways in diabetic kidney disease (AGS1)
A scholarship is available for a Honours graduate in Science or Biomedical Science (eligible to enrol in PhD) to undertake a Doctor of Philosophy (via Monash, Immunology Department or University of Melbourne, Medicine) within the Diabetic Complications Division, under the supervision of A/Prof. Josephine M. Forbes.
The project involves investigating the effects of diabetes on mitochondrial dysfunction and the development of kidney disease. Specifically, the reactive oxygen species induced defects in mitochondrial energy generation in the development of renal pathology will be examined. A more detailed description of the project is available upon request.
Experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, pharmacology or protein chemistry are an advantage along with experience in animal models.
Scholarships are available to Australian and New Zealand residents only.
To apply for either of these scholarships or to obtain further information please email teri.ball@bakeridi.edu.au or visit www.bakeridi.edu.au/students/
Applications must include a current resume with academic transcripts and details of 3 professional referees quoting reference number (AGS1)
Contact Details
Teri Ball, Human Resources
Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
03 8532 1111 or 03 8532 1736