About The Position
Cabrini/Monash Nursing and Midwifery PhD Scholarship Program – The Peter Meese Cabrini Oncology Nursing PhD Scholarship offers an outstanding opportunity for talented registered nurse researchers to undertake PhD study in the field of oncology nursing . The scholarship supports candidates to pursue high-quality research at Cabrini Health and contribute to advancing cancer care through nursing research. We are seeking expressions of interest from talented candidates who wish to apply for a PhD to undertake research in the field of oncology nursing, focusing on a research topic that aligns with the strategic priorities of Cabrini Health, commencing in 2026. The PhD Project The project plan will be developed by the successful candidate in collaboration with the PhD supervisors from Cabrini and Monash Nursing & Midwifery. The plan must align with strategic goals established by Cabrini Health in the field of oncology nursing.
Requirements
- Prospective applicants must hold current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and satisfy Monash University PhD entry requirements as outlined in the Monash Graduate Research Admission Procedure
- A bachelor’s degree of at least four years in a relevant discipline, which includes a research thesis or project, with a minimum overall average grade of an Honours degree equivalent to the Second Class Honours Division A; or
- A master's degree in a relevant discipline which includes a research thesis or project equivalent to at least 25 percent of one year of full-time study, with a minimum overall average grade of honours equivalent to the Second Class Honours Division A; or
- A qualification, or combination of qualifications and relevant professional experience, deemed equivalent by the Graduate Research Committee (or delegate).
Benefits
- A PhD annual stipend for 3.5 years of full-time PhD enrolment ($37,145 per annum for 2026 rate).
- Additional support also available for project resources and conference presentation: Monash Nursing & Midwifery PhD Support Funds of up to $4,000 for the duration of candidature
- Monash Graduate Research Travel Grant (MNM contribution included in MNM PhD Support Funds)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
