PhD Scholarship in Circadian Light Sensitivity, Sleep Reactivity and PTSD Vulnerability

Study light sensitivity as a potential mechanism of PTSD vulnerability within a Wellcome-funded project. Human circadian phenotyping includes DLMO, pupillometry, sleep studies and mental-health measures, supervised by Hailey Meaklim with Malisa Burge and Sean Cain.

Honours Class 1/2A or equivalent at least AQF Level 8, with at least six months of full-time research at Distinction (75%), or equivalent research experience such as a substantial first-author publication or investigator role on a competitive grant. Full-time PhD candidature accepted and availability in 2027, ideally Semester 1. Psychology, physiology, health, clinical or biomedical science background; sleep/circadian experience and communication/organisation skills desirable. Send CV and covering letter to Hailey Meaklim using the source contact; shortlisted applicants interview and supply two referees, including one academic. Submit separate HDR admission.

Three-year tax-free scholarship plus eligible RTP tuition-fee offset. Amount conflict: the page header states AUD 36,061, while the benefits text states AUD 35,010 per year at the 2026 rate. Confirm the awarded stipend with the supervisor.

Official Flinders notice retrieved and fully reviewed on 26 October 2026. Current recruitment, domestic eligibility, project methods, application route and the conflicting funding amounts checked.