This scholarship is funded by the ARC Training Centre for Battery Recycling to support a full-time PhD student who wishes to undertake research in the field of battery recycling:

Project 7.1:  The proposed project aims to enhance the sustainability and transparency of the battery materials supply chain by integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies. This initiative seeks to address the growing demand for sustainable battery production, ensuring responsible sourcing, and minimising environmental impact while promoting ethical practices across the supply chain.

Eligibility: 

Applicants may be Australian citizens, permanent residents of Australia or international students who are acceptable as candidates for a PhD degree at the University of Adelaide. 

Stipend: 

The scholarship will be for [3.5] years and has a stipend of $35,300 (indexed annually) per annum. 

It is likely to be tax exempt, subject to Taxation Office approval. 

Enquiries: 

Contact Person: Prof David Lewis and A/Prof Phil van Eyk

School of Chemical Engineering

School of Chemical Engineering 

Email:     david.lewis@adelaide.edu.au; philip.vaneyk@adelaide.edu.au 

Applying: Expression of interest 

Expressions of interest should be submitted to Prof David Lewis and and A/Prof Phil van Eyk (david.lewis@adelaide.edu.au and philip.vaneyk@adelaide.edu.au) and the position will be open until filled.  Please include the name of scholarship in the subject heading. Please ensure you include all of the following documents

• Evidence of Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent resident status (if applicable)
• Degree certificates (testamurs)
• Academic transcripts
• Translations of non-English documentation
• Evidence of English language proficiency
• Curriculum vitae