Governance solutions to plastic pollution in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean

This PhD project examines the plastic pollution problem in the Antarctic and Southern Ocean regions, the current governance measures for dealing with plastic pollution through the Antarctic Treaty System (ATS), and other broader global governance arrangements.

The candidate will investigate the effectiveness of the global governance systems in place that address plastic pollution. Further, they will analyse activities in the region such as tourism, research and fishing and their impact on the plastic pollution problem. The candidate will undertake empirical and qualitative research to assess whether the ATS can provide an adequate governance framework to address this issue.

Eligibility

• The project is open to domestic (Australian and New Zealand) and international candidates
• The degree must be undertaken on a full-time basis
• Applicants must already have or been awarded a First Class Honours degree or hold equivalent qualifications or relevant research experience in social sciences, political science, public policy, international relations, geography, law, or marine ecology with an interest or experience in working across multiple disciplines
  

Application process: please find more information here

More Information: Please contact Dr Joanna Vince, Joanna.Vince@utas.edu.au

Closing Date: 14th May 2021, Applicants should contact the primary supervisor, and submit their Expression of Interest (EOI) and Application as soon as possible.