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We have a range of exciting opportunities available for PhD students who are passionate about science and engineering in the digital and data sciences.
CSIRO’s Data61 is home to one of the largest collections of research and development expertise on artificial intelligence (AI) and data science in the world. Data61 is at the forefront of digital science and innovation. At CSIRO’s Data61 you can immerse yourself in an inclusive culture where a diversity of minds and views are welcomed.
Data61 PhD students work closely with their Data61 PhD supervisors and research teams on projects aligned to Data61’s research goals. Students are enrolled in a PhD at an Australian university and university supervisors also provide supervision and support throughout the program.
Graduates from our scholarship program are equipped with skills and knowledge for a wide range of careers in science, engineering and research and have gone on to roles in tech companies, businesses, universities and research institutes. Graduates continue to connect with CSIRO through our alumni network.
We deliver a diverse, inclusive and flexible working environment where our people are supported and our teams are empowered to come up with digital and data solutions with impact.
We are looking for exceptional candidates across a range of research areas. We want diverse and creative scholars who are excited about being part of socially impactful research. Project details are in the research projects list (link).
Students should:
Students may be based at various locations across Australia.
Applications are only open to:
Important note: If you have already commenced your PhD studies, you must be less than 12 months into your PhD on 01 September 2022. Students who are awarded a base stipend from their university will be considered for top-up scholarships from CSIRO’s Data61.
Please see the FAQs part of our website if you have any questions regarding the above eligibility.
Successful candidates receive a scholarship package including:
Assessment criteria
Applications will be assessed on:
Please note the relevance of the selected university supervisor’s research background and their willingness to supervise the student in collaboration with the CSIRO’s Data61 supervisor should also be made clear by the student, as follow-up references and confirmations will be actioned in the selection process.
Applicants may apply to a maximum of two projects (two preferences). For details of the research projects that may be undertaken, please view the research projects list (link) Note: Some projects listed may not proceed.
Applications require the following documentation:
Information about these documents is outlined below. Candidates may be required to provide at least two referees (preferably academic referees) upon request.
In the online application system, you will be required to submit your application in the following order:
Applications without the required documentation or that submit documentation in the incorrect application fields will be considered incomplete and will not be assessed. Applications received via email will be deleted.
At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
Join us and start creating tomorrow today!
CSIRO is an Equal Opportunity employer working hard to recruit world-class talent that represents the diversity across our society.
08 July 2022, 11.00pm AEST
Applications are highly competitive and may close for projects as suitable candidates are accepted. Early, quality applications are encouraged.
The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.
Australia
International Student/Graduate Visa
Australian Work Visa (All Other)
Australian Citizen
Australian Permanent Resident