PhD Scholarship for Voices for the homeless (Griffith University Center for Applied Health Economics)

About Griffith University At Griffith University we believe in, strive for and celebrate the remarkable. We are known for our high impact research, outstanding student experience, our commitment to social justice and our welcoming environment. We rank in the top 2% of universities worldwide and we're proud of our remarkable achievements, of our people and their passion for making a positive difference. Together we contribute to the development of knowledge and learning in an attractive environment which values excellence, equity, diversity, and innovation. The PhD postion will be under Associate Professor Martin Downes in the Centre for Applied Health Economics, at Griffith University based at the Nathan Campus The opportunity We are seeking an outstanding honours/Masters graduate to undertake a PhD that will focus on homelessness. On any given night in Australia, approximately 100,000 or 1 in 200 individuals experience homelessness. Homelessness is often associated with social inclusion and people who are homeless are often subjected to high levels of stigmatisation and marginalisation. The aims of this research project are to provide a voice for the homeless population for them to express their views about what they perceive are needed to help them break the cycle of homelessness, and to evaluate two innovative methods of engagement to facilitate and improve the long-term outcomes of the homeless persons. The findings of this research project will be the stepping stone for submitting an ARC Linkage application. About you The selection of applicants for the award of higher degree research scholarships at Griffith University involves consideration of your academic merit and research background. The scholarship will suit candidates with a strong interest in advancing knowledge and leading the way for working and engaging with vulnerable and marginalised populations, especially the homeless population. This scholarship is open to domestic and international applicants. Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a bachelors degree with honours equivalent to first class honours or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a significant research component of a standard comparable to a Bachelor Honours Degree Proven skills in working both independently and within a team and developing strong collaboration with industry partners in the community. The scholarship is for commencement in the relevant research period in which it is offered and cannot be deferred or transferred to another area of research without prior approval. The successful applicant must be supervised by Associate Professor Martin Downes. About the scholarship The 2019 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship has an annual stipend of $27,596 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. Please see the GUPRS Conditions of Award for more information. A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information. What we offer As a scholarship holder, you will study with a University that ranks among the top 2% worldwide and spans across five campuses in South East Queensland. At Griffith University, we’ve worked hard to create a culture that will challenge you to be curious, creative and courageous. We also support the professional and personal development of all our HDR candidates and invest in the skills of our people. Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM). Further information For project related enquiries please contact: Associate Professor Martin Downes Phone: (07) 373 59106 Email: m.downes@griffith.edu.au For administration enquiries please contact: Griffith Graduate Research School Phone: (07) 3735 3817 Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au Closing date and how to submit an expression of interest Expressions of interest should be received by 5:00pm AEST Wednesday, 30 October 2019. Interested applicants should submit an expression of interest to Associate Professor Martin Downes containing: A statement addressing your suitability for the project/scholarship (1 page) A brief CV (2-3 pages), with contact details for two professional references Applicants will be required to attend an interview. The preferred applicant will then be invited to apply online as part of the annual scholarship round: The closing date for the annual scholarship round for International applicants is 17 September 2019. The closing date for Domestic applicants and Griffith University international graduates is 1 October 2019. Please see the Key Dates page for further information. The preferred applicant will be invited to visit the Griffith University website and follow the process for applying for entry to the Griffith Higher Degree Research program, which includes a section for scholarship applications. When applying for entry, the preferred applicant should specify the ‘Homelessness Project’ under ‘Other’ as the scholarship they wish to be considered for as part of their application. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Socioloxy

About Griffith University

At Griffith University we believe in, strive for and celebrate the remarkable.

We are known for our high impact research, outstanding student experience, our commitment to social justice and our welcoming environment. We rank in the top 2% of universities worldwide and we're proud of our remarkable achievements, of our people and their passion for making a positive difference. Together we contribute to the development of knowledge and learning in an attractive environment which values excellence, equity, diversity, and innovation.

The PhD postion will be under Associate Professor Martin Downes in the Centre for Applied Health Economics, at Griffith University based at the Nathan Campus

The opportunity

We are seeking an outstanding honours/Masters graduate to undertake a PhD that will focus on homelessness. On any given night in Australia, approximately 100,000 or 1 in 200 individuals experience homelessness. Homelessness is often associated with social inclusion and people who are homeless are often subjected to high levels of stigmatisation and marginalisation.

The aims of this research project are to provide a voice for the homeless population for them to express their views about what they perceive are needed to help them break the cycle of homelessness, and to evaluate two innovative methods of engagement to facilitate and improve the long-term outcomes of the homeless persons. The findings of this research project will be the stepping stone for submitting an ARC Linkage application.

About you

The selection of applicants for the award of higher degree research scholarships at Griffith University involves consideration of your academic merit and research background. The scholarship will suit candidates with a strong interest in advancing knowledge and leading the way for working and engaging with vulnerable and marginalised populations, especially the homeless population.

This scholarship is open to domestic and international applicants.
Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a bachelors degree with honours equivalent to first class honours or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a significant research component of a standard comparable to a Bachelor Honours Degree
Proven skills in working both independently and within a team and developing strong collaboration with industry partners in the community.

The scholarship is for commencement in the relevant research period in which it is offered and cannot be deferred or transferred to another area of research without prior approval. The successful applicant must be supervised by Associate Professor Martin Downes.

About the scholarship

The 2019 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship has an annual stipend of $27,596 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. Please see the GUPRS Conditions of Award for more information.

A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.

What we offer

As a scholarship holder, you will study with a University that ranks among the top 2% worldwide and spans across five campuses in South East Queensland. At Griffith University, we’ve worked hard to create a culture that will challenge you to be curious, creative and courageous. We also support the professional and personal development of all our HDR candidates and invest in the skills of our people. Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).

Further information

For project related enquiries please contact:

Associate Professor Martin Downes
Phone: (07) 373 59106

Email: m.downes@griffith.edu.au

For administration enquiries please contact:

Griffith Graduate Research School
Phone: (07) 3735 3817
Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au

Closing date and how to submit an expression of interest
Expressions of interest should be received by 5:00pm AEST Wednesday, 30 October 2019.

Interested applicants should submit an expression of interest to Associate Professor Martin Downes containing:

A statement addressing your suitability for the project/scholarship (1 page)

A brief CV (2-3 pages), with contact details for two professional references

Applicants will be required to attend an interview. The preferred applicant will then be invited to apply online as part of the annual scholarship round:

The closing date for the annual scholarship round for International applicants is 17 September 2019. The closing date for Domestic applicants and Griffith University international graduates is 1 October 2019. Please see the Key Dates page for further information.

The preferred applicant will be invited to visit the Griffith University website and follow the process for applying for entry to the Griffith Higher Degree Research program, which includes a section for scholarship applications. When applying for entry, the preferred applicant should specify the ‘Homelessness Project’ under ‘Other’ as the scholarship they wish to be considered for as part of their application.

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