Investigating timber connection performance for extended building life

This project aims to create a clear and common understanding in the Australian engineering community around connection design through experimental performance evaluation and development of design guidance.

This project is supported by the ARC Advance Timber Hub, providing the candidate with access to state-of-the-art facilities in the civil structures and timber laboratories. The candidate will benefit from connections to a broad network of researchers and industry partners through the hub, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. Additionally, the project will involve regular communication with industry partners offering a unique opportunity to bridge academic research with industry needs, enhancing both practical and theoretical outcomes. It is anticipated that the outcomes of the project will inform the revision of Australian standards.

This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.

Learn more about the Research project scholarship.

Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.

We take into account your:

• previous academic record
• publication record
• honours and awards
• employment history

A working knowledge of and evidence of formal education in timber engineering is essential for someone working on this project.

You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field/s of timber engineering as well as experimental research experience and the potential for scholastic success.

A background or knowledge of the European Yield Model, performance of inclined screws and engineered wood products is highly desirable.

Before you apply

Before submitting an application you should:

1. check your eligibility for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
2. prepare your documentation
3. contact Dr Lisa Ottenhaus (l.ottenhaus@uq.edu.au) to discuss your interest and suitability
4. submit your application by 31 May, 2025 31 May, 2025.

When you apply

You apply for this scholarship when you submit an application for your program. You don’t need to submit a separate scholarship application.

In your application ensure that under the ‘Scholarships and collaborative study’ section you select:

• ‘My higher degree is not collaborative’
• ‘I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship'
• ‘Other’, then ‘Research Project Scholarship’ and in the ‘Name of scholarship’ field enter TIMBER-OTTENHAUS.

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