Griffith UniversityKessels Rd, Nathan QLD, AustraliaSimilar Jobs
Closing: 31-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
Opening Date: Not Available
Closing Date: 31-Oct-2024
Location
Kessels Rd, Nathan QLD, Australia
Salary
Annual stipend of $33,480 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. International applicants will also receive a scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years.
Responsibilities
Develop innovative biopolymer-protein conjugates for enhanced mucosal delivery of drugs and antigens.
Conduct advanced research at the Centre for Cell Factories and Biopolymers.
Design and develop functional biopolymers that target the mucosa.
Utilize electrohydrodynamic atomisation for nasal delivery.
Enhance the efficacy of biopolymer micro/nanoparticles through precise control of particle size and charge.
Fill the gap between nasal drug and vaccine discovery and conventional delivery techniques.
Requirements
Completed or expected completion of a bachelor's degree with honours equivalent to first class honours or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) with a significant research component.
Strong background in Material/Biomaterial science.
Experience in design, analysis, fabrication, and characterization of new material samples.
Knowledge in bioengineering, microfluidics, and material science.
Evidence of a passion for conducting high impact research.
Meet English Language Proficiency requirements for international applicants.
Benefits
Annual stipend of $33,480 (indexed) for up to three years.
International applicants receive a scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years.
Opportunity to conduct research at a top-ranked university.
Notes
Expressions of interest must be submitted to Prof Bernd Rehm or Dr Van Dau.
Closing date for expressions of interest is 5pm Thursday 31 October 2024.