| Value | Eligibility | Open date | Close date |
|---|---|---|---|
| $35,000 |
|
TBC | TBC |
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The successful applicant will be awarded the scholarship on the nomination of the relevant research supervisor.
The scholarship will provide an annual stipend allowance of $35,000 per annum for one year, subject to satisfactory academic performance.
An extension may be offered by the University should funds become available. The maximum duration of the scholarship (including any extension) will not exceed three and a half years.
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A unique opportunity is available for an outstanding PhD scholar to conduct translational research in colorectal cancer working at the interface of basic science and clinical research, at the Kolling Institute. This scholarship is funded by a grant from the Cancer Institute New South Wales.
a. A unique opportunity is available for an outstanding PhD scholar to conduct translational research in colorectal cancer working at the interface of basic science and clinical research, at the Kolling Institute.
b. This Scholarship is funded by a grant from the Cancer Institute New South Wales.
a. This Scholarship is offered subject to applicants having an unconditional offer of admission or being enrolled for full-time studies in a PhD at the University of Sydney.
b. Applicants must be willing to conduct translational research in colorectal cancer working at the interface of basic science and clinical research at the Kolling Institute.
c. Applicants must also hold at least one of the following:
I. an Honours degree (First Class or Second Class Upper) or equivalent in a relevant discipline, or
II. a Medical Degree.
d. Applicants must be able to demonstrate interests in clinical disciplines and/or biomedical science disciplines to conduct research in colorectal cancer.
e. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen.
a. The successful applicant will be awarded the Scholarship on the basis of:
I. academic merit,
II. curriculum vitae highlighting previous research experience, and
III. feedback from two academic referees.
b. Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview.
c. The successful applicant will be awarded the Scholarship on the nomination of the relevant research supervisor.
a. The Scholarship will provide a stipend allowance of $35,000 per annum for one year, subject to satisfactory academic performance.
b. An extension may be offered by the University should funds become available.
c. The maximum duration of the scholarship (including any extension) will not exceed three and a half years.
d. No other amount is payable.
e. The Scholarship will be offered subject to the availability of funding.
a. Progression is subject to passing the annual progress review.
a. The Scholarship recipient receives up to 20 working days recreation leave each year of the Scholarship and this may be accrued. However, the student will forfeit any unused leave remaining when the Scholarship is terminated or complete. Recreation leave does not attract a leave loading and the supervisor's agreement must be obtained before leave is taken.
b. The Scholarship recipient may take up to 10 working days sick leave each year of the Scholarship and this may be accrued over the tenure of the Scholarship. Students with family responsibilities, caring for sick children or relatives, or experiencing domestic violence, may convert up to five days of their annual sick leave entitlement to carers leave on presentation of medical certificate(s). Students taking sick leave must inform their supervisor as soon as practicable.
a. The Scholarship recipient may not normally conduct research overseas within the first six months of award.
b. The Scholarship holder may conduct up to 12 months of their research outside Australia. Approval must be sought from the student's supervisor, Head of School and the Faculty via application to the Higher Degree by Research Administration Centre (HDRAC), and will only be granted if the research is essential for completion of the degree. All periods of overseas research are cumulative and will be counted towards a student's candidature. Students must remain enrolled full-time at the University and receive approval to count time away.
a. The Scholarship recipient cannot suspend their award within their first six months of study, unless a legislative provision applies.
b. The Scholarship recipient may apply for up to 12 months suspension of Scholarships for any reason during the tenure of their Scholarship. Periods of Scholarships suspension are cumulative and failure to resume study after suspension will result in the award being terminated. Approval must be sought from the student's supervisor, Head of School and the Faculty via application to the Higher Degree by Research Administration Centre (HDRAC). Periods of study towards the degree during suspension of the Scholarship will be deducted from the maximum tenure of the Scholarship.
a. The Scholarship recipient must notify HDRAC and their supervisor promptly of any planned changes to their enrolment including but not limited to: attendance pattern, suspension, leave of absence, withdrawal, course transfer, and candidature upgrade or downgrade. If the award holder does not provide notice of the changes identified above, the University may require repayment of any overpaid stipend.
a. The Scholarship will terminate:
I. on resignation or withdrawal of the student from their PhD,
II. upon the student having completed 4 years equivalent full time study for a PhD,
III. upon submission of the thesis or at the end of the award,
IV. if the student ceases to be a full-time student and prior approval has not been obtained to hold the Scholarship on a part-time basis,
V. if the recipient receives an alternative primary stipend Scholarship. In such circumstances this Scholarship will be terminated in favour of the alternative stipend Scholarship where it is of higher value,
VI. does not resume study at the end of a period of approved leave, or
VII. If the student ceases to meet the eligibility requirements specified for this Scholarship, (other than during a period in which the Scholarship has been suspended or during a period of approved leave).
b. The Scholarship may also be terminated by the University before this time if, in the opinion of the University:
I. the course of study is not being carried out with competence and diligence or in accordance with the terms of this offer,
II. the student fails to maintain satisfactory progress, or
III. the student has committed misconduct or other inappropriate conduct.
c. Stipend payments will be suspended throughout the duration of any enquiry/appeal process.
d. Once the Scholarship has been terminated, it will not be reinstated.
a. Where during the Scholarship a student engages in misconduct, or other inappropriate conduct (either during the Scholarship or in connection with the student’s application and eligibility for the Scholarship), which in the opinion of the University warrants recovery of funds paid to the student, the University may require the student to repay stipend amounts and any other payments made to the student in connection with the Scholarship. Examples of such conduct include and without limitation; academic dishonesty, research misconduct within the meaning of the Research Code of Conduct (for example, plagiarism in proposing, carrying out or reporting the results of research, or failure to declare or manage a serious conflict of interests), breach of the Code of Conduct for Students and misrepresentation in the application materials or other documentation associated with the Scholarship.
b. The University may require such repayment at any time during or after the Scholarship period. In addition, by accepting this Scholarship, the student consents to all aspects of any investigation into misconduct in connection with this Scholarship being disclosed by the University to the funding body and/or any relevant professional body.
a. The successful recipient must submit a Progress Report to the University of Sydney at the end of each calendar year as per the format and guidelines of the Cancer Institute NSW.
b. The successful recipient must submit a Financial Report at the end of each financial year that includes information on the expenditure of funds in relation to the Scholarship.
a. The successful recipient must acknowledge the support of the Cancer Institute NSW and Sydney Vital Translational Cancer Research Centre in all publications, media releases or presentations of results from work carried out with the assistance of a Cancer Institute NSW Scholarship.
a. The successful recipient may be required to participate in and present at forum(s) at the request of the University of Sydney.