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At the Ludwig our commitment is to provide post-graduate students with an environment in which to excel in cancer research and make original discoveries which will improve the understanding and treatment of cancer. To this aim the Institute provides state-of-the-art facilities and world-class scientists and medical specialists to guide young researchers.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Ludwig Institute invites applications from highly motivated and creative individuals to undertake the following degrees, Ph.D., B.Sc. (Hons) and M.D. The Ludwig is affiliated with the University of Melbourne, and Ludwig students enrol for their degrees in various departments in the Faculty of Medicine. Students from a wide range of disciplines enrol at the Ludwig: Genetics, Biochemistry, Physiology, Pathology, Chemistry and Physics.
The Ludwig prides itself in providing the most comprehensive support for post-graduate students. This starts by matching students to supervisors to ensure a smooth partnership for the years ahead. Only the more senior staff, selected for their international training and proven track record, take on the responsibility of students. This is complemented by a highly trained staff of post-docs and research assistants with years of experience in their chosen areas. Expert technical guidance is never far away. Student committees are established to ensure balanced and focused project management throughout the project. Students gather together once a month for lunch and present informal seminars about their work.
In the laboratory, the expectation is for the students to spend their time solving biological and medical problems. As well as full provision of essential reagents and media, the Institute provides, "on site", the most advanced computer support, including online journal access, bioinfomatics, DNA and protein sequencing, oligonucleotide and peptide synthesis, biosensor facilities, bioreacter, Good Manufacturing Practice facility, confocal microscopy and a first-class animal facility (including specific-pathogen-free conditions).
PHD STUDENT BENEFITS
Because we support an environment where students are valued as the next leaders in the fight against cancer, we offer these additional benefits worth up to $20,000:
-Funding to attend an overseas conference
-Funding to attend local/national conferences
-Personal laptop
-Reimbursement of student union fees
-6 month stipend, beyond scholarship
-Thesis writing support
HOW TO APPLY
All students wishing to pursue study at LICR must be enrolled through the University of Melbourne.
Honours students
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Find a project that interests you from the list of
Honours projects.
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Contact the relevant supervisor or via email to discuss your interest. Please include the following in your email:
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CV
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Current academic transcript (can be Merlin printout)
PhD students
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Find a project that interests you from the list of
PhD projects.
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Contact the relevant supervisor or via email to discuss your interest. Please include the following in your email:
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CV
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Current academic transcript (can be Merlin printout)
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Once you have made contact with a supervisor and you both decide it is a good fit, apply for
scholarships.
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After funding has been obtained, apply for candidature through the
University of Melbourne's
School of Graduate Studies
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Keep your supervisor in the loop throughout this process. After your candidature is accepted, notify your supervisor, who will arrange for you to commence at the institute.
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