CQUniversity and Freelance Robotics National Industry PhD Program Scholarship
Status
Closed
Scholarship Value
$AU48,894 Stipend per year (indexed)
Length of Scholarship
3 years
Number Available
1
Funding Type
Research
- An undergraduate with Honors or postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mathematics, Mechatronics, or related fields.
- Open Drivers License
The ideal candidate would possess:
- an undergraduate with Honours or postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mathematics, Mechatronics, or related areas.
- full-stack website development capabilities using Python, Django, and Vue.js/React.
- experience in implementing multiple levels of user management, including defining roles, authentication, and permissions.
- proficiency in C++, Python, and MATLAB programming languages.
- experience with real-time systems development.
- knowledge of robotics principles such as kinematics and dynamics.
- experience in both linear and non-linear control systems.
- experience with AI and ML algorithms, particularly in computer vision and sensor fusion using frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or OpenCV.
- experience in computer vision techniques for object detection, tracking, and classification.
- understanding of sensor technologies such as LiDAR, radar, and cameras.
- knowledge of SLAM techniques.
- experience with GPS, IMU, and other localization technologies.
- experience in autonomous vehicle or related robotics projects.
- ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams comprising hardware engineers, software developers, and researchers.
- excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate technical concepts to technical, e.g., as demonstrated in past published work, and non-technical stakeholders.
- a strong ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and methodologies.
- demonstrated capability to implement technology in a field environment.
- preferably work or study rights in Australia.
Candidates should address all selection criteria but are not expected to be fluent in all areas.
Please submit your applications or enquiries to:
Dr Zhenglin Wang at z.wang@cqu.edu.au
All applicants will be notified of the outcome via email.
Please submit a CV with the following structure: name, Linked In or other profiles, H-index if applicable, citizenship and Australia status, home address, current address, aspirational statement of 100-200 words (detailing your professional interests and goals), educational history, work history, publications, core skills, 1-2 paragraphs detailing a delivered technology project. Please also submit a cover letter addressing each of the 18 selection criteria in order.