PhD Candidate: Phosphorus Fertilisers: This PhD project focuses on the behavior of recycled phosphorus fertilisers in soil, aiming to enhance agricultural profitability and sustainability amid rising costs and supply chain vulnerabilities. The research utilizes innovative techniques to explore nutrient dynamics and establish the effectiveness of various recycled phosphorus products.
Using Recycled Phosphorus Fertilisers to Increase Farming Profitability, Resilience, P Use Efficiency, and Sustainability
Designation:
PhD Candidate
Research Area:
Agricultural, Veterinary and Food Sciences
Location:
St Lucia, Australia
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Academic achievement in soil science or environmental chemistry.
- Previous academic record, publication record, honors, awards, and employment history will be considered.
- A working knowledge of soil science or environmental chemistry is highly desirable.
Job Description:
This project offers an opportunity to lead research in the development of novel recycled phosphorus fertilisers. Candidates will employ advanced techniques, including synchrotron-based spectroscopy and advanced microscopy, to assess phosphorus forms in recycled products and their replacement value across various soils.
How to Apply:
- Check eligibility for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
- Prepare necessary documentation.
- Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) by completing the ‘Scholarship/Sponsorship’ section as follows:
- Are you applying for an advertised project: Yes
- Project: Research project scholarship
- Scholarship Code: PHOSPHORUS-KOPITTKE
- Link to Scholarship Advertisement: Scholarship Advertisement
For questions regarding project suitability and application, contact Professor Peter Kopittke at p.kopittke@uq.edu.au.
Last Date for Apply:
1 December, 2025
