OpenFieldCentre for Future Materials (CFM) Polymer Composites Research Assistantship
Applied research post investigating sustainable bio-resins, fire-resistant structural composites, and automated fiber placement for aerospace and railway infrastructure.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- PhD or advanced master's in Materials Engineering, Polymers, or Civil Composites
- English language proficiency
- Academic English proficiency
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Experience in resin transfer molding, carbon fiber recycling, or geopolymer concrete
- Recommendation letters
- Two referee contacts
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Funded project appointment ($82,000–$90,000 AUD Level A salary)
- Application fee
- $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Salaried university research staff appointment
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 5, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Southern Queensland documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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