Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) on Phase Transformation in Green Steel

Monash•Clayton, NC

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About The Position

Expressions of interest are sought from outstanding domestic and international candidates for PhD study within the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE), Faculty of Engineering, Monash University. This PhD project will contribute to MSE’s strategic research initiative on accelerating Australian green ironmaking, addressing critical challenges in the transition to sustainable metallurgical processes. The successful candidate will develop a fundamental scientific framework to tackle key research questions in the Australian context, including impurity management, microstructure evolution, ore processing, and the development of green ironmaking infrastructure. Monash University hosts a unique suite of green ironmaking characterisation facilities, offering exceptional opportunities to perform in-situ and high-resolution materials analysis. Leveraging these state-of-the-art research capabilities, the candidate will conduct high-quality, impactful research in high-temperature materials science, with a particular focus on phase transformations in ceramics, metals, and other solid-state systems. The PhD candidate will join the MSE Metallurgy and Corrosion cluster, working within a multidisciplinary team spanning theory, advanced characterisation, and computational modelling. This environment provides an excellent platform for developing expertise in materials science and contributing to Australia’s leadership in green and sustainable metallurgical innovation. Scholarship opportunities are available for both domestic and international applicants. This is a fully funded PhD project and is open to candidates from all backgrounds. Applicants may be Australian citizens, Australian Permanent Residents, New Zealand citizens, or international candidates holding (or eligible to obtain) a valid student visa. Candidates with strong academic and research track records are particularly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Applications are invited from candidates with backgrounds in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Solid-State Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
A strong interest in thermodynamics, kinetics, and microstructure evolution in materials under high-temperature conditions
The ability to conduct independent, self-motivated research
Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Applicants will be considered provided they fulfil the criteria for Masters by Research & PhD admission at Monash University.
Applicants must show excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to conduct self-motivated research.
They should have either completed or in the process of completing a Bachelors H1 Honours Degree or already hold an H1E Bachelors and/or Masters degree.