MOSAIC Pathways to Impact Medicinal Chemistry PhD Scholarship

The MOSAIC Pathways to Impact Medicinal Chemistry PhD Scholarship was established by a faculty alumnus, in honour of a mentor who recognised their potential and whose belief in them has never been forgotten. An experience during their studies sparked a lasting appreciation for the role medicinal chemistry can play in advancing therapeutic discovery and improving lives.

Inspired by both mentorship and a deep respect for the field, this scholarship is a way of paying forward encouragement and supporting others at similarly pivotal moments.

Aligned with the Faculty’s MOSAIC initiative (Multicultural Outreach and Support for Advancement, Inclusion and Community), the scholarship supports emerging researchers from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds. It nurtures future leaders who are driven to advance medicinal chemistry, through policy or practice ensuring that talent, curiosity, and determination are supported to translate into meaningful impact for communities.

The MOSAIC Initiative is immensely grateful for the Donor’s generosity enabling this new scholarship opportunity within the Medicinal Chemistry Theme. They noted, “True innovation in drug discovery thrives when we cultivate diverse perspectives, and this initiative marks a wonderful step forward in fostering an inclusive and equitable research environment where all of our PhD candidates can excel.”

The Scholarship will provide the recipient with a top-up scholarship of $8,000pa until 3.5 years of candidature, or when enrolment ends. The Scholarship top-up will be paid for periods of paid leave.

Selection Criteria:
  • An international student enrolled in a PhD in the Medicinal Chemistry Research Theme in MIPS, or,  
    • A student enrolled in a PhD in the Medicinal Chemistry Research Theme, who has obtained Permanent Residency in the last two years.
  • Demonstrated challenges overcome in the path to undertake a PhD at Monash, or hardships faced within the candidature.
  • That the support will make a meaningful difference to the student’s PhD experience and the opportunities that they can explore.

Members of the MOSAIC Executive Committee will determine the recipient based on the selection criteria and considering input from the Medicinal Chemistry Theme.

Application Process:

PhD students enrolled in the Medicinal Chemistry Research Theme will be invited to apply for the scholarship. Applications will close at 5pm on 30 June. The successful applicant will be advised and an announcement made in July.

Further enquiries: pharm-gr-candidiature@monash.edu