Join a Cutting-Edge Research Project on "An Adaptive AI-informed Framework for Next-Generation Productivity Enhancement using IoT and Smart Sensing Technologies" under the CSIRO Next Generation Graduates Program, in direct collaboration with industry partners.

We are offering fully funded PhD positions at UNSW on exciting research projects:

1. A Biologically Inspired RL Architecture for Enhanced Productivity and Decision-Making
2. Enhancing Robotic Performance Through Left/Right Brain Specialization
3. Graceful Task Adaptation in a Bi-Hemispheric RL Agent
4. SmartGuard: AI-Driven Biosecurity for Enhanced Agricultural Productivity
5. LandSensing AI: Intelligent Remote Sensing for Dynamic Land Use Management

Host Institution

University of New South Wales (UNSW)

Scholarship

$47,483 per annum + $5K training  + $5K travel support 

Start Date

Term 2 and Term 3 2025 

Why Join?

• Fully funded industry-focused PhD with a joint academia-industry supervisory team
• Gain real-world experience through directly working with industry partners and industry placements
• Work with leading AI & IoT researchers from top universities
• Be part of an interdisciplinary research team

Eligibility Requirements

• Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or a New Zealand citizen.
• A strong background in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), or Computer Vision
• Interest in interdisciplinary research and real-world applications
• Bachelor's / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with first or upper- second-class Honours
• Ability to collaborate with industry partners

How to Apply?

Send your CV, a copy of all your transcripts, the project you are interested in, and any relevant qualifications or experiences to Associate Professor Gelareh Mohammadi at g.mohammadi@unsw.edu.au

Deadline

1 June 2025