Dr. Shannon Kaiser

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Shannon Kaiser is a doctoral researcher at Macquarie University, recognized as one of the university’s highest-achieving PhD candidates. His research explores the impacts of globally relevant pollutants on aquatic ecosystems, with a particular focus on the long-term ecological effects of coal-mine wastewater and fire retardants. He employs amphibians as bioindicators to study sub-lethal effects on behavior, health, and disease dynamics. Shannon’s work emphasizes ethical science and decision-relevant findings, integrating laboratory and field studies. He has presented at various conferences and has received competitive research funding to supervise international research students. His publication record includes several peer-reviewed papers and notable co-authorship in a Nature article demonstrating effective measures against a lethal amphibian pathogen. Shannon's academic journey reflects a commitment to excellence, with accolades such as the 3-Minute Thesis Presentation award. In addition to research, he has experience teaching a range of subjects in foundational sciences, promoting student engagement and conceptual understanding across diverse courses.

Research Interests

Courses

Biol1310 - Organisms and Ecosystems Biol1320 - Biological Basis of Behaviour Biol2410 - Ecology Biol3510 - Vertebrate Evolution Chem1001 - Foundations of Chemical Sciences

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).