PhD scholarship in sustainable agriculture

$35,886 per annum

Open now

31/12/2025

1 (one)

We encourage applications from individuals with strong communication skills, demonstrated capacity for independent research, and a genuine interest in making a real-world impact through applied research.  A strong CV for this scholarship may include:

• A Master's or Honours degree in a similar field. 
• First-authored publication in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
• Good quantitative skills and knowledge of coding languages (e.g., R, Python).
• Experience working with freshwater systems or sustainable agriculture.
• Good communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Interested applicants are invited to email a short expression of interest (EOI) to martino.malerba@rmit.edu.au. For your EOI please include:

• A short cover letter (max 1-page) outlining your research interests and experience 
• A brief CV (2-pages)-Academic transcript(s)
• Contact details for two academic referees

As part of the Ripple Effect project, you'll work alongside farmers, researchers, and policy experts to explore how multifunctional water infrastructure, such as farm dams, can enhance water security, biodiversity, and climate resilience across Australia.The Ripple Effect is delivered in partnership with all eight national Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hubs, coordinated by the Grower Group Alliance, and supported by leading universities including RMIT University, University of Western Australia, Australian National University, University of Adelaide, and University of Southern Queensland.At CNPS, our research tackles environmental challenges at the intersection of science, policy, and practice. As a PhD candidate, you'll contribute to applied research involving ecological monitoring, emissions reduction, or freshwater conservation, helping scale practical, nature-based solutions for agriculture.