This CSIRO funded PhD aims to create innovative cathodes for oxide-based batteries by using metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) turned into conductive carbon structures through pyrolysis. The MOF's metal center will catalyze battery reactions. The study explores MOF-on-MOF to control cathode properties post-carbonation.
The successful candidate will have the privilege of working within the dynamic team led by Associate Professor Amir Razmjou at ECU’s School of Engineering, located at Joondalup campus, Perth and Dr. Rebecca Milhuisen from CSIRO. While your primary base will be at ECU Joondalup campus, there may also be opportunities for travel to CSIRO's Clayton facility in Melbourne. This presents a unique chance to engage with leading experts, state-of-the-art facilities, and immerse yourself in an environment of innovation and discovery. The scholarships includes tuition fee sponsorship and a stipend of $35,000 per annum paid fortnightly via electronic funds transfer over 3.5 years.
ECU would be willing to provide for any successful international candidates:
- Visa reimbursement costs up to the value of $710
- The cost of Overseas Student Health Cover Insurance for the individual (single coverage only; not couples or family)
- ECU does not provide relocation costs for international HDR candidates
Eligibility:
This position is open to domestic and international candidates. To be eligible for this scholarship applicants must:
- Meet ECU PhD admission requirements
- Have (or expect to gain) first or upper second-class honours or equivalent in a relevant research area
- Meet university English language requirements
- Not have previously completed a PhD
- Be able to commence the Program in the year of the project
- Enrol as a full-time PhD student
- Be prepared to be located at the project location(s) that the ECU has approved and, if required, comply with the ECU’s external enrolment procedures
Highly desirable:
- A background in chemical or material engineering, or chemistry or polymer science
- Willingness and ability to publish in scientific journals and generate progress reports
- Specialized in communication systems is desirable
How to apply:
- Applicants are required to submit an expression of interest (EOI) and CV to Associate Professor Amir Razmjou and cc Mr Nima Fakhralmobasheri
- The EOI is assessed by the ECU and CSIRO supervisory team and shortlisted applicants are interviewed.
- The supervisory team nominates a preferred applicant.
- The preferred applicant will be instructed to apply.
- The application is then assessed by the ECU against PhD admission criteria.
- ECU will issue a letter of offer for the program if all conditions have been satisfied.
