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PHD POSITION IN CANNABIS SEX DETERMINATION PROGRAM AT SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITY

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LOCATION: Australia 

This Australian Research Council-funded project aims to characterize the monoecy trait in detail, using genetic, physiological and functional genomic approaches; and to exploit the resulting knowledge for improved development and control of sex expression in hemp.

They are currently seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to focus on quantitative genetic and functional genomic aspects of the project.  The successful candidate will map quantitative trait loci to identify genes responsible for monoecy in hemp and characterize the role of ethylene signaling in monoecy trait expression.

ELIGIBILITY:

Meet the entry requirements to enroll in a PhD at Southern Cross University on a full-time basis, including a bachelor’s degree (Hons, 2nd class or above) or a master’s degree with a relevant research component or an equivalent higher research degree in biogeochemistry, environmental science, limnology or marine science.

Demonstrated strong analytical, scientific writing, and communication skills (in English).

Applicants whose first language is not English are also required to meet English Language Proficiency requirements (an International English Language Test Score (IELTS) Academic (or equivalent) equal to or above 7.0, with a minimum of 7.0 in writing and no other band less than 6.5).

Additional experience:

Experience with establishing mapping population, crossing and backcrossing

Experience with genomics, transcriptomics, and/or proteomics.

Experience with statistical analyses and programming (e.g. R).

How to Apply:

Prepare a cover letter outlining your interest in the project, relevant experience, and career goals (<1 page).

Current CV with academic qualifications, publications, and relevant work experiences.

Contact details of at least two academic/professional referees.

Certified copies of academic transcripts.

Proof of English language proficiency (for international applicants).

Early 2026, but the application will remain open until the position is filled (open to international applicants). For more information or to apply for this PhD Scholarship opportunity, please email Professor Tobias Kretzschmar 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

BENEFIT:

Scholarship: This position is fully funded at the RTP rate ($34,315 per annum—2026 rate indexed annually) for three years and three months. The scholarship is tax-free and paid in fortnightly installments.

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UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA AFFILIATED FELLOWSHIPS MASTER’S PROGRAM

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Application Deadline: December 1, 2025, 5:00PM PT

LOCATION: Canada

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies offers approximately 50 Affiliated Fellowships each year to meritorious students for full-time study and/or research leading to a graduate degree. Awards are made on the basis of academic excellence, with applications open to current and prospective full-time UBC graduate students.

ELIGIBILITY:

Academic Standing: Students with a minimum first-class standing in each of the last two years of full-time study are eligible to apply. GPA is calculated using all courses taken in a given year. For UBC courses, first-class standing is 80% and higher. At other universities, first-class standing is determined from marking keys that accompany transcripts. For transcripts that are not accompanied by marking keys, applicants should consult with their UBC graduate program staff.

Citizenship: All students, regardless of citizenship, are eligible to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents are required to apply for Canada Graduate Research Scholarships-Master’s (CGRS M) (or doctoral funding from CIHR, NSERC, or SSHRC), if they are eligible to do so, to additionally be considered for Affiliated funding.

Fields of Study / program of study: Students must be enrolled in, have applied for, or will apply for full-time admission to an eligible graduate program. Eligible graduate program must have a significant research component.  A significant research component is considered to be original, autonomous research that leads to the completion of a thesis, major research project, dissertation, scholarly publication, performance, recital, and/or exhibit that is merit/expert-reviewed at the institutional level as a requirement for completion of the program.

With the exception of those programs listed below, students in all fields of graduate study are eligible to apply. Exceptions:

Programs that are not administered by the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (such as MBA, MM, MDS)

Programs that do not include a significant research component (i.e., coursework-based programs such as MPPGA, MOT, MPH, MPT, and MKIN)

Doctor of Pharmacy

Student Status: Applicants who will be registered full-time graduate students at UBC’s Vancouver campus as of September 2026 are eligible to apply (current and prospective UBC students are both eligible to apply).

Affiliated Fellowship applicants (such as international students) must submit their application materials to their UBC graduate program. The deadline by which applications for Master’s-level funding must be submitted to the applicant’s UBC graduate program is 1 December 2025 before 5:00 pm PT.

BENEFIT:

Fellowship values range from $175 to $16,000.

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