HDR Scholarship - Avian sleep in urban environments

Who it is for

• Avian sleep in urban environments Applications close 31/05/2026 Supporting a PhD candidate to investigate urban impacts on bird sleep Key details Project supervisor Dr Anne Aulsebrook Deakin school and faculty School of Life and Environmental SciencesFaculty of Science,
• Engineering and Built Environment Additional supervisors Prof Kate Buchanan Location Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Value and duration This scholarship is available over three years and offers:
• a stipend of $37,450 per annum tax exempt (2026 rate)a relocation allowance of $500-1,500 (for single to family) for students moving from interstateFor international students, the awardee will also receive:tuition fees offset for the duration of four yearssingle Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of the student visa.
• Research aim The project will form part of a broader study investigating the extent to which native Australian birds avoid, tolerate or adapt to effects of urbanisation on sleep.
• The project may involve a combination of field research and experimental studies, including the use of miniature tracking devices to record activity and movement.
• The design of the project will depend on the candidate's input, with the opportunity to choose which component(s) of the broader study to focus on.
• However, the core aims of the project will include investigating trade-offs between activity and rest, as well as the impact of urban development on the behaviour of native Australian birds.
• Background informati ||| Am I eligible?
• To be eligible you must:meet Deakin's PhD entry requirementsenrol full timehold an honours degree (first class) or an equivalent standard masters degree with a substantial research componentPlease refer to the research degree entry pathways page for further information.Additional requirements:
• We are looking for a highly motivated student with an excellent academic track record, including First-Class Honours (or equivalent qualification) in Zoology or Ecology.
• The ideal candidate will have strong scientific writing and analytical skills (preferably including proficiency in R), demonstrated ability to work independently, and a full driver's licence.
• Previous experience with animal handling, bird banding, and/or wildlife tracking will also be beneficial for the project, but is not strictly required.
• Ready to apply?
• Please email your CV and cover letter (including your interest in the project) to Dr Anne Aulsebrook.
• Your CV should highlight your skills, education, publications and relevant work experience.
• If successful, you will be invited to submit a formal application.
• Email Dr Anne Aulsebrook Research degree entry requirements Set yourself up for success.
• Each type of Deakin research degree has specific entry requirements designed to ensure that graduate researchers are well prepared for the challenges of advanced study.
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