3D Printing

The Project

The University of New England is seeking an enthusiastic domestic PhD student in materials chemistry to be involved in innovative research within the 3D Printing Laboratory at the School of Science and Technology and in close collaboration with Professor Yuta Nishina from Okayama University, Japan and the VESI WATER start up.

Your Role

During the past decade, 3D printing (additive manufacturing) has had an unprecedented impact on a range of applications from engineering to medicine as a powerful approach for manufacturing advanced materials. The 3D printing lab of Dr Ali Bagheri uses computer-aided design in conjunction with highly accurate 3D printing methods to fabricate functional materials. In this project, you will use 3D printing to manufacture advanced 3D materials for efficient and sustainable water capture and filtration technologies. You will collaborate closely with Professor Yuta Nishina and Vesi Water on the production of patented and new materials to solve some of Australia’s greatest water security challenges.

For further information: See the Vesi Water website (https://www.vesi-water.com/)

Selected publications from the Bagheri group

Selected publications from the Nishina group

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and qualified PhD student to gain hands-on experience in 3D printing techniques, materials design, and to collaborate with an industry partner on developing next-generation functional  materials within a world-class research environment with access to state-of-the-art local and national facilities.  UNE is building towards a “research centre of excellence” in “Advanced materials for a sustainable environment” and this is a great opportunity to be a part of this endeavour.  

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:
  • An excellent undergraduate academic record
  • Interest and background in materials chemistry
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • This position is open to domestic students only
The following additional expertise will be favourably considered:
  • Demonstrated ability in literature reviews and scientific writing
  • Strong background in materials chemistry and organic chemistry
  • Experience in polymerization and 3D printing
  • Ability to work effectively independently and in collaboration with other researchers

Scholarship Information

The successful candidate will receive a Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship and is valued $35,411 per annum for 3 years and six months, paid in fortnightly instalments and indexed annually.

The scholarship is tenable for three years and six months for a full-time doctoral degree. The duration of an RTP stipend scholarship cannot be extended.

For more information regarding the Research Training Program (RTP) and the scholarship terms and conditions please visit the following website.

How to Apply

To apply for this scholarship, applicants must complete and submit a candidature and scholarship application. All required supporting documentation as mentioned in the application form including the following:

  • Include in your application a cover letter and a CV detailing the reasons for their interest in the project;
  • Skills and qualifications that will facilitate the project.

For more information on submitting a candidature application please see our web page on how to apply/enrol for candidature.

General Enquiries

General enquiries should be directed to Dr Ali Bagheri:

School of Science and Technology

Email: Ali.bagheri@une.edu.au

Scholarship ID S22-08