Researchers can collaborate on an interdisciplinary project that combines ecology, statistics, computer science, and the mining sector through the ARC Linkage PhD Research Positions at Murdoch University in Perth, Australia. The goal of the research is to improve business and regulatory decisions by creating AI-driven tools for monitoring vegetation restoration. The chosen individuals will be part of a team that will work on a variety of projects, from AI-assisted ecological monitoring to community ecology and biodiversity science.
The research positions are available in the following fields:
- Ecology (Topics 1, 2, and 3)
- Computer Science, Mathematics, or Electrical Engineering with strong programming and mathematical skills (Topic 4)
Type: PhD Research Scholarship
Who can Apply for the Murdoch University PhD Research Scholarship?
The eligibility criteria include:
- The positions are open for candidates from both Australia and overseas
- Honors or Masters of Science degrees or equivalent authorizing enrolment in a PhD program in Australia. Suitable areas of study include:
- Ecology (Topics 1,2,3)
- Computer Science, Mathematics, or Electrical Engineering with strong programming and mathematical skills (Topic 4)
- High-level communication skills in speaking, communicating, and writing in English
- Willingness and ability to work in a scientific team, including sharing ideas and data
- Relevant prior studies include one or more of the following:
- Community ecology (theory and methodology)
- Functional ecology focusing on plant functional traits
- Ecology and evolution
- Theory and applications in vegetation rehabilitation and restoration
- Programming and mathematics skills
- Prior experience with image processing, computer vision, and machine learning is desirable for the PhD Topic 4
- Understanding, and preferably experience with the se, of basic exploratory statistics (incl. multivariate analysis)
- Experience in programming in R, and use of R software tools
- Ability to commence the PhD project by enrolment at MU in July 2025
Which Countries Are Eligible? All countriesÂ
The research scholarship benefits include:
- AUD 33,000 bursary per year
- Additional AUD 5,000 top-up per year
- Tuition fee waiver at Murdoch University
- Funding available for fieldwork and data collection
How to Apply:
Using email sent to (Ladislav.Mucina@murdoch.edu.au)
Required Documents:Â
- CV in English
- List of publications (published or submitted); PDFs of all publications to be provided
- List of 1 reference persons in the scientific fields covered by the ARC Linkage project
- Declaration of interest to pursue research in one of the Topics listed in the Description
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