Postgraduate Research Scholarship in Improving the Health of People Born with Innate Variations of Sex Characteristics
Eligible Degree
PhD in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney
Brief Overview
This scholarship supports PhD research in bioethics or health law, focusing on the Interconnect Health Research project, which aims to improve the health and well-being of people born with innate variations in sex characteristics.
Details of the Scholarship
Funded by the Department of Health and Aged Care, administered by the NHMRC
PhD research contributes primarily to the third work package of the Interconnect Health Research project, focusing on developing bioethical frameworks for healthcare models for individuals with innate sex characteristic variations.
Eligibility Requirements
Must apply, have an offer, or be enrolled full-time in a PhD at the University of Sydney’s Faculty of Medicine and Health
Research focus must be on bioethics or health law related to improving physical and mental health for individuals born with innate sex characteristic variations
Scholarship Values
Annual stipend of $30,000, up to 3.5 years, contingent on academic progress
Required Documents
Cover letter expressing interest in the subject area
Academic transcript showing merit
Outline of the research proposal
Contact information for two academic referees
How to Apply for the Scholarship
Complete the online application through the University of Sydney’s scholarship portal
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview
Scholarship awards are determined by a selection committee based on academic and research proposal merits
