| Value | Eligibility | Open date | Close date |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 (for up to 1.75 years) |
|
28 March 2019 | 14 May 2019 |
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The scholarship will provide a stipend allowance of $10,000 per annum for up 1.75 years, subject to satisfactory performance. The recipient will also have up to $4000 per year for the same duration through their research supervisor to support their research project costs, subject to budget approval.
Note: Academic course fees and the Student Services Amenities fee are not included for a successful international applicant.
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A unique opportunity is available for an outstanding master's by research scholar to conduct translational research in the area of bowel (colorectal) cancer at the Kolling Institute in the Royal North Shore Hospital.
The research will be focused on improving the outcomes of bowel cancer patients through better understanding of disease development, spread, treatment and prevention.
a. A unique opportunity is available for an outstanding Masters by Research scholar to conduct translational research in the area of bowel (colorectal) cancer at the Kolling Institute in the Royal North Shore Hospital.
b. The research will be focused on improving the outcomes of bowel cancer patients through better understanding of disease development, spread, treatment and prevention.
a. This Scholarship is offered subject to applicant having an unconditional offer of admission for full-time studies in a Masters by Research within the Faculty of Medicine and Health or in the Faculty of Science at the University of Sydney.
b. Applicants must conduct research into bowel cancer in a translational context under the supervision of Professor Mark Molloy.
c. Applicants must have research experience in:
i. biomedical science,
ii. biochemistry, or
iii. bioinformatics.
a. The successful applicant will be awarded the Scholarship on the basis of:
I. academic merit,
II. curriculum vitae,
III. area of study and research proposal, and
IV. a cover letter which demonstrates interest and experience in cancer research or ‘omics research.
b. Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview.
c. The successful applicant will be awarded the Scholarship on the nomination of Professor Mark Molloy.
a. The Scholarship will provide a stipend allowance of $10,000 per annum for up 1.75 years, subject to satisfactory performance.
b. No extension will be allowed.
c. The Scholarship recipient will also have up to $4,000 per annum for the same duration applicable in clause 4.a available through their Research Supervisor to support their research project costs, subsequent to the approval of a budget.
d. Academic course fees and the Student Services Amenities fee are not included for a successful international applicant.
e. The Scholarship is not deferrable or transferable to another area of research.
f. No other amount is payable.
g. The Scholarship will be offered subject to the availability of funding.
a. Progression is subject to passing the annual progress review.
a. The Scholarship recipient receives up to 20 working days recreation leave each year of the Scholarship and this may be accrued. However, the student will forfeit any unused leave remaining when the Scholarship is terminated or complete. Recreation leave does not attract a leave loading and the supervisor's agreement must be obtained before leave is taken.
b. The Scholarship recipient may take up to 10 working days sick leave each year of the Scholarship and this may be accrued over the tenure of the Scholarship. Students with family responsibilities, caring for sick children or relatives, or experiencing domestic violence, may convert up to five days of their annual sick leave entitlement to carers leave on presentation of medical certificate(s). Students taking sick leave must inform their supervisor as soon as practicable.
a. The Scholarship recipient may not normally conduct research overseas within the first six months of award.
b. The Scholarship holder may conduct up to 18 months of their research outside Australia. Approval must be sought from the student's supervisor, Head of School and the Faculty via application to the Higher Degree by Research Administration Centre (HDRAC), and will only be granted if the research is essential for completion of the degree. All periods of overseas research are cumulative and will be counted towards a student's candidature. Students must remain enrolled full-time at the University and receive approval to count time away.
a. The Scholarship recipient cannot suspend their award within their first six months of study, unless a legislative provision applies.
b. The Scholarship recipient may apply for up to 12 months suspension of Scholarships for any reason during the tenure of their Scholarship. Periods of Scholarships suspension are cumulative and failure to resume study after suspension will result in the award being terminated. Approval must be sought from the student's supervisor, Head of School and the Faculty via application to the Higher Degree by Research Administration Centre (HDRAC). Periods of study towards the degree during suspension of the Scholarship will be deducted from the maximum tenure of the Scholarship.
a. The Scholarship recipient must notify HDRAC and their supervisor promptly of any planned changes to their enrolment including but not limited to: attendance pattern, suspension, leave of absence, withdrawal, course transfer, and candidature upgrade or downgrade. If the award holder does not provide notice of the changes identified above, the University may require repayment of any overpaid stipend.
a. The Scholarship will terminate:
I. on resignation or withdrawal of the student from their Masters by Research,
II. upon submission of the thesis or at the end of the award,
III. upon the student having completed the maximum candidature for their degree as per the University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research) Rule 2011 Policy,
IV. If the recipient commences part-time study without prior approval,
V. If the recipient receives an alternative primary stipend Scholarship valued at a higher value,
VI. if the recipient does not resume study at the end of a period of approved leave, or
VII. if the student ceases to meet the eligibility requirements specified for this Scholarship, (other than during a period in which the Scholarship has been suspended or during a period of approved leave).
b. The Scholarship may also be terminated by the University before this time if, in the opinion of the University:
I. the course of study is not being carried out with competence and diligence or in accordance with the terms of this offer,
II. the student fails to maintain satisfactory progress, or
III. the student has committed misconduct or other inappropriate conduct.
c. Stipend payments will be suspended throughout the duration of any enquiry/appeal process.
d. Once the Scholarship has been terminated, it will not be reinstated.
a. Where during the Scholarship a student engages in misconduct, or other inappropriate conduct (either during the Scholarship or in connection with the student’s application and eligibility for the Scholarship), which in the opinion of the University warrants recovery of funds paid to the student, the University may require the student to repay stipend amounts and any other payments made to the student in connection with the Scholarship. Examples of such conduct include and without limitation; academic dishonesty, research misconduct within the meaning of the Research Code of Conduct (for example, plagiarism in proposing, carrying out or reporting the results of research, or failure to declare or manage a serious conflict of interests), breach of the Code of Conduct for Students and misrepresentation in the application materials or other documentation associated with the Scholarship.
b. The University may require such repayment at any time during or after the Scholarship period. In addition, by accepting this Scholarship, the student consents to all aspects of any investigation into misconduct in connection with this Scholarship being disclosed by the University to the funding body and/or any relevant professional body.