PhD Scholarships: Enhancing Women's Recovery after Cancer Treatment Program

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Southport, Australia Griffith University Full time
About the Project

Griffith University is seeking a PhD candidate to contribute to a research project focused on enhancing women's recovery after cancer treatment. The project, titled RECENTRE, aims to implement and evaluate a lifestyle intervention program for women treated for breast and gynaecological cancer.

The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary research team and will have the opportunity to design an innovative research project that enhances and fits within the parameters of RECENTRE. The project involves collaboration with the immediate research team and a broader interdisciplinary team across universities and hospital settings.

Research Focus

The research focus of this project is on developing and implementing a lifestyle intervention program for women after cancer treatment. The program aims to improve quality of life and reduce treatment-related chronic disease risks in these women through targeted lifestyle management.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of the program, as well as to conduct research on the effectiveness of the program in improving outcomes for women after cancer treatment.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, the candidate will need to have a strong background in research, particularly in the areas of epidemiology, econometrics, statistics, and work in the field of nursing, allied health, public health, or medicine.

The candidate will also need to demonstrate a passion for behavioural change research in a health setting and have evidence of a strong academic record, including a bachelor's degree with honours equivalent to first class honours or a master's degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a significant research component.

What We Offer

As a scholarship holder, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to study with a world-class university that ranks among the top 2% worldwide. The university offers a supportive and inclusive environment, with a strong focus on research and innovation.

The scholarship includes a fully-funded stipend of $33,480 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study, as well as tuition fees for up to three years for international students.

How to Apply

Expressions of interest are welcome from domestic and international applicants. To apply, please submit a statement addressing your suitability for the project, evidence of your academic qualifications, a curriculum vitae (CV) using the Griffith CV template, and names of two referees.

The closing date for expressions of interest is: 5pm Friday 11 October 2024. The preferred applicant will then be invited to apply for the program and scholarship online.



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