Riddet Institute offers a fully-funded PhD scholarship for 2025, focusing on consumer characterization of future foods and the Check-All-That-Apply (CATA) Approach

Riddet Institute fully-funded PhD scholarship

The Riddet Institute at Massey University in New Zealand is inviting applicants, including overseas candidates subject to visa requirements, for an exciting fully funded 3.5-year PhD scholarship in Consumer & Sensory Science based at the Food Experience and Sensory Testing (Feast) Lab. Apply Now:

When is the Application Deadline:

December 15, 2024

Tell Me About The Award:

This is a fully funded 3.5-year PhD scholarship in Consumer & Sensory Science at the Food Experience and Sensory Testing (Feast) Lab at Massey University, New Zealand. The project focuses on consumer engagement with future foods, exploring sensory and emotional responses to these foods using tools like the Check-All-That-Apply (CATA) approach and eye tracking technology.

Which Fields are Eligible?

Applicants should have a background in Food Science, Psychology, or a related field.

Type:

PhD Research Scholarship

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Who can Apply?

Candidates with an Honours degree (First or Second Class Division 1) in a relevant field, ideally with a Master’s, strong communication skills, and experience with human subjects, statistics, and data analysis. Experience with eye tracking and immersive technologies is an advantage.

How are Applicants Selected?

Candidates are selected based on academic qualifications, relevant experience, communication skills, and their alignment with the project’s research goals.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

The scholarship is open to all applicants, including international candidates who meet visa requirements for study in New Zealand.

Where will the Award be Taken?

Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand, with collaboration through the Riddet Institute.

How Many Awards?

One fully funded PhD scholarship.

What is the Benefit of the Award?

A tax-free stipend of NZ$35,000 per year, full tuition coverage, and research cost coverage for 3.5 years.

How Long Will the Award Last?

3.5 years

How to Apply:

Send an application with a cover letter, CV, and academic transcripts to Jen Larking at j.larking1@massey.ac.nz. Applicants are encouraged to contact Professor Joanne Hort (j.hort@massey.ac.nz) to discuss the research opportunity before applying.

Apply Now.