Curtin University is awarding a PhD scholarship for a project on “investigating the mechanism of corrosion inhibition”at Curtin Corrosion Engineering Industry Centre. The PhD project will involve electrochemical corrosion studies combined with analysis of adsorbed inhibitor films using state-of-the-art analytical methods. The outcomes of the project will be directly applicable to industry. The outcomes of the project will be directly applicable to industry. This scholarship will be awarded for three years with a possible maximum extension of up to six months. The application deadline is 17 May, 2015.
Study Subject(s): Scholarship is awarded for a project on “investigating the mechanism of corrosion inhibition”at Curtin Corrosion Engineering Industry Centre.
Course Level: Scholarship is available for undertaking a PhD research project in the Faculty of Engineering.
Scholarship Provider: Curtin University, Australia
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility: The successful candidate will:
-have BSc (Honours) or MSc (preferred) in chemistry, material science, chemical engineering or related field.
-demonstrate ability to conduct scientific research and publish in scientific journals. Preference will be given to candidates who have practical experience with analytical chemistry and electrochemistry-related projects.
-provide evidence of strong oral and written communication skills.
-demonstrate ability to work independently and to meet deadlines during the course of a project.
Scholarship Open for International Students: 
Australian, New Zealand and international students can apply for this PhD scholarship.
Scholarship Description: This multi-disciplinary PhD research project at Curtin Corrosion Engineering Industry Centre aims to develop understanding on the adsorption mechanisms of corrosion inhibitors on various metallic substrates in corrosive environments. The PhD project will involve electrochemical corrosion studies combined with analysis of adsorbed inhibitor films using state-of-the-art analytical methods. Atomic force microscopy will be used to determine properties of the adsorbed inhibitor films and their effect on the protectiveness against corrosion. The outcomes of the project will be directly applicable to industry. Organic compounds are largely used as corrosion inhibitors in many fields, including oil and gas, and mining, and the understanding of the corrosion inhibition mechanisms is critical for advancing corrosion inhibition measures. An opportunity to collaborate with researchers from Ohio University, Ohio, USA will be provided through this research project.
Number of award(s): One PhD scholarship is available.
Duration of award(s): This scholarship will be awarded for three years with a possible maximum extension of up to six months.
What does it cover? The successful candidate will receive a stipend for living expenses of $25,849 (tax free) per annum for the duration of the award with probable top-up from CCEIC. If the successful candidate is an international student, the award will cover the tuition fees.
Selection Criteria: This scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit.
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit their expression of interest via post. The expression of Interest should include:
– CV
-Statement addressing the Eligibility Criteria
-Publication record
-Contact details of three academic professional referees.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 17 May, 2015.