PhD Scholarship in Gold-based drugs for the effective treatment of cancer (Chemistry)

The value of the scholarship is equivalent to a standard RMIT Scholarship.

This scholarship will be available for up to 3 Years with an extension to 3.5 years if required. 

Two (2).

Applicants need to have a background in synthetic organometallic Chemistry with some interest in medicinal chemistry.

They must have completed a relevant Bachelor’s Degree and Honour’s or Master’s in synthetic inorganic chemistry/medicinal/pharmacology.

The applicant should have experience in the air-sensitive chemistry and some experience in the synthetic organic chemistry.

Email Distinguished Professor Suresh Bhargava (suresh.bhargava@rmit.edu.au) and /or Dr Ruchika Ojha (ruchika.ojha@rmit.edu.au) directly with their statement of interest, cover letter addressing the desirable criteria, CV and academic qualifications.

Also, see the HDR How to Apply website.

Applications are now open.

1 March 2026.

Desirable criteria:

• Interest in and ability to work in an interdisciplinary setting, including with scientists and/or engineers
• Experience in synthesizing organometallic compounds, cancer or immunotherapy research. The candidate should be familiar with air-sensitive chemistry and general analytical techniques such as FTIR, NMR, electrochemistry, etc.

Distinguished Professor Suresh Bhargava (suresh.bhargava@rmit.edu.au)

Dr Ruchika Ojha (ruchika.ojha@rmit.edu.au)

Professor Ravi Shukla (ravi.shukla@rmit.edu.au)