The Awards are a keystone in the Western Australian government’s efforts to raise the profile of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in Western Australia. Over the years, Awards alumni have become important ambassadors for the state, helping to inspire future generations to take up courses and careers in STEM.
The Awards cover all fields of science, including natural, medical, applied and technological science, engineering and mathematics. They are an initiative of the Western Australian Government and administered by the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation.
Apply for an award
Applications for the awards are now closed.
In 2022, the six award categories are:
- Scientist of the Year ($50,000 prize)
- HBF Mid-Career Scientist of the Year ($10,000 prize)
- Woodside Early Career Scientist of the Year ($10,000 prize)
- ExxonMobil Student Scientist of the Year ($10,000 prize)
- Shell Aboriginal STEM Student of the Year ($10,000 prize)
- Chevron Science Engagement Initiative of the Year ($10,000 prize)
You can follow the Premier’s Science Awards using the hashtag #WASciAwards.
Scientist of the Year
Show moreApplications have now closed for the 2022 awards.
For more information view the Research Applicant Information Pack
HBF Mid-Career Scientist of the Year
Show moreApplications have now closed for the 2022 awards.
For more information view the Research Applicant Information Pack
Woodside Early Career Scientist of the Year
Show moreApplications have now closed for the 2022 awards.
For more information view the Research Applicant Information Pack
ExxonMobil Student Scientist of the Year
Show moreApplications have now closed for the 2022 awards.
For more information view the Research Applicant Information Pack
Shell Aboriginal STEM Student of the Year
Show moreApplications have now closed for the 2022 awards.
For more information view the Aboriginal STEM Student Applicant Information Pack
Chevron Science Engagement Initiative of the Year
Show moreApplications have now closed for the 2022 awards.
For more information view the Engagement Applicant Information Pack.
Our Partners
Show moreThe Premier’s Science Awards are proudly sponsored by Chevron, ExxonMobil, HBF, Shell and Woodside.
The Premier’s Science Awards are also supported by Curtin University, Edith Cowan University, Murdoch University, The University of Notre Dame Australia, The University of Western Australia, CSIRO, Pawsey Supercomputing Centre, Telethon Kids Institute and the Western Australian Museum.
WA Science Ambassadors
Show moreWinners in the Premier’s Science Awards are important ambassadors for science and participate in public engagements promoting science to the wider community.
If you are interested in involving an award winner in an event or activity, contact them directly using the WA Science Ambassadors Directory. Alternatively, contact science@jtsi.wa.gov.au