Centre for Pathogen Genomics Scholars Program
The Centre for Pathogen Genomics supports a vibrant and diverse community of Honours, Masters and PhD students working across pathogen genomics, infectious diseases, public health, bioinformatics and related disciplines.
The program is designed to complement formal degree training by providing students with opportunities to connect with the broader Centre community, engage with researchers and public health professionals, and build skills relevant to research, translation and future career pathways.
Through a mix of student-focused activities, mentoring opportunities, training and peer engagement, the program aims to foster a supportive and connected research environment for emerging pathogen genomics researchers. It reflects the Centre’s commitment to building future capability across pathogen genomics, public health and translational research.
What the program offers
Students affiliated with the Centre may have opportunities to participate in:
- research and career development activities
- informal mentoring and engagement with senior researchers
- peer networking and student cohort activities
- practical training aligned with Centre platforms, workflows and expertise
- writing, presentation and professional development sessions
- conference, workshop or research engagement opportunities, where available
Activities are delivered throughout the year and are designed to be flexible, inclusive and responsive to student interests and Centre priorities.
Building research capability and connection
The Scholars Program provides a forum for students to learn from peers, researchers, clinicians, bioinformaticians and public health practitioners working across the Centre’s research programs and partner networks.
Students are encouraged to engage with the Centre’s multidisciplinary environment, strengthen their understanding of pathogen genomics in practice, and develop the professional networks and capabilities needed to contribute to research and public health impact.
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