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Molecular Maverick Award

Closed Full funding Postgraduate Australia

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Description

Enrolment status: Current UQ student
Student type: Domestic, International
Study level: Postgraduate research (HDR)
Study level: Science and mathematics
Scholarship focus: Academic excellence, Creative excellence, Experiences and employability
Scholarship value: $ 5,000
Scholarship duration: 1 year
Number awarded: 1
Applications open: 24 January 2025

Eligibility:

An applicant is eligible for the award if the applicant:

  • submits an application to the Faculty of Science by the closing date for applications
  • is a domestic or international student in accordance with The University’s Fee Policy
  • is enrolled full-time in an HDR approved program in a discipline with research links to chemistry and/or molecular biosciences
  • has completed 2 years of their PhD or one year of their MPhil (or equivalent) at the discretion of the Head of School
  • has demonstrated the ability and/or potential to become a leader and innovator in science and industry
  • participates in the Molecular Maverick [SCMB] pitching event.

Selection criteria:

Eligible applicants are assessed on the following criteria:

  • research focus, innovation and potential for industry translation
  • strength of personal statement included with application outlining why the individual is a Molecular Maverick per the criteria and how they will use the award to create change
  • demonstrated creative-thinking, entrepreneurial and leadership qualities
  • presentation at the SCMB pitching event as determined by the judging panel
  • other evidence deemed relevant to the applicant’s future success as a Molecular Maverick.

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