Flinders University Nguyen Lab Fully Funded Wearable Biosensors PhD
Flinders University
Dr Khoa Tuan Nguyen’s lab at Flinders University is recruiting a PhD researcher to develop wearable and implantable biosensors. The 3.5-year scholarship covers tuition plus an A$36,061 annual stipend, increased each year. Send a CV, transcripts and short cover letter by 30 November 2026; applications are reviewed until filled.
The Nguyen Lab in Flinders University’s College of Science and Engineering seeks a PhD candidate to design, fabricate and characterise wearable or implantable biosensors for health monitoring and bioelectronic medicine. Depending on the candidate’s background, work may include microfabrication, functional materials and interfaces, and sensor integration and testing. The scholarship lasts 3.5 years and covers tuition fees plus a stipend of A$36,061 per year, with annual increases. Applicants need an honours-level bachelor’s or master’s degree, or equivalent research experience, in mechanical, electrical, biomedical or materials engineering, physics, chemistry or a related field. They must meet Flinders PhD admission and English-language requirements. To apply, email a CV, academic transcripts and brief cover letter explaining research interests and relevant experience to Dr Khoa Tuan Nguyen at khoa.nguyen@flinders.edu.au. The listed closing date is 30 November 2026, but the university says applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Check the official page for availability before applying.
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Benefits
Tuition fees fully covered plus a stipend of A$36,061 per year, increased annually, for 3.5 years. Access to fabrication and characterisation facilities is also described.
Eligibility summary
Flinders lists academic and English-language admission requirements but does not state a nationality restriction on this call. Check eligibility with Dr Nguyen before applying if you require international fee or visa confirmation.
Requirements
Honours-level bachelor’s or master’s qualification, or equivalent research experience, in engineering, physics, chemistry or a related area; strong academic record; interest in research; ability to meet Flinders PhD and English-language requirements.
Documents required
Email Dr Khoa Tuan Nguyen (khoa.nguyen@flinders.edu.au) a CV, academic transcripts and brief cover letter outlining research interests and relevant experience.
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