Make a difference by leading research in mine closure
Have you ever thought about what happens when a mine closes and how that affects Traditional Owners, communities, the environment and local businesses?
The Cooperative Research Centre for Transformations in Mining Economies (CRC TiME) is an independent research organisation, established under the Australian Government’s world-leading CRC Program to drive research and innovation. We have more than 75 diverse partners.
In essence, our role is to reimagine and help transform post-mine transitions by connecting Australia’s best researchers with industry, governments and regional and First Nations communities and organisations.
We tackle some of the most complex challenges associated with mine closure and post-transitions with the aim of supporting enduring benefit for people, communities, the environment and industry
Embedding Indigeneity and First Nations co-design into all we do
We are striving to ensure First Nations inclusion by developing new ways of working in research. CRC TiME is guided by a First Nations Inclusion Strategy, has established a First Nations Advisory Team and is committed to supporting Indigenous students.
About the scholarships
Applications are now open for top-up scholarships for Higher Degree by Research students from First Nations backgrounds. These top-up scholarships will contribute additional funds to HDR candidates who will have another form of base scholarship like an Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship or equivalent.
Each scholarship will be equivalent to $60,000 total for a maximum of three years, including:
- $10,000 per annum stipend to contribute to living costs for three years
- $5,000 per annum operating budget to spend on equipment, conference fees, and so forth
- $15,000 one-off payment for costs associated with a single research placement or divided over multiple shorter placements, up to the maximum of $15,000. This will allow you dedicated time for a site visit.
The benefits
Our approach aims to increase connections between researchers and diverse industry, regional and First Nations organisations and other groups involved in post-mining transitions.
- You will join our growing cohort of HDR students from across Australia.
- You have the opportunity for placement with a CRC TiME partner organisation to gain practical experience, expand knowledge and build your network.
- You’ll be welcome to join CRC TiME events, forums and activities.
Eligible areas of study
Generally, top up scholarships will be offered to individuals enrolled or about to enrol in a partner university (Curtin University; Federation University; Flinders University; Murdoch University; The University of Queensland; University of South Australia, The University of Western Australia).
To be considered, you’ll be enrolling full time in a PhD, professional doctorate, MPhil, Master’s by research, or equivalent, and your proposed research will be in any area related to mine closure and post-mining transitions, including:
- Social sciences
- Humanities
- Ecology
- Geography
- Geology
- Health
- Economics
- Other fields relevant to mine closure and transition
Application deadlines
Applications close:
- Wednesday 10 May 2023 (for mid-year 2023 entry)
- Wednesday 1 November 2023 (for 2024 entry)
We also welcome applications throughout the year by negotiation with the CRC TiME relevant Program Leader.
Apply now
To apply, please email hello@crctime.com.au stating your interest and we’ll be in touch.