Project summary
The Sustainable Urban Mobility research lab examines pathways towards low-carbon, resource-efficient, and inclusive mobility. The team develops data-driven models and tools to reduce the environmental impacts of passenger and urban freight transport. We have an opening for a domestic HDR (Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D.) student to develop related topics, including:
- Modelling and simulating the transition to electric vehicles
- Paratransit systems
- Profiling transport equity in regional communities
- Developing low-carbon transport infrastructure
Applications close
30 April 2026 11:55pm
To complete an application you will need to create an account and login to the HDR scholarships portal.
Eligibility conditions
- Meet entry requirements to HDR program at UniSC
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical degree
- Domestic student – Open to Australian and New Zealand citizens, or holders of an Australian permanent visa
Ideal candidate
We seek motivated candidates who can exercise project and research management skills and are ready to thrive in a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be supervised by Professor Lynette Cheah at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) and will have the opportunity to collaborate with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).
The PhD position is for up to 3.5 years, preferably starting in 2026.
The position is based at UniSC’s Moreton Bay campus. The ideal candidate would have a technical background and is comfortable with data and analytics. Experience conducting surveys and handling real-world datasets is a plus. Good command of written English and oral presentation skills is necessary. Previous research experience, and/or knowledge of Python, R, or GIS software will be an advantage.
Scholarship inclusions
The full-time candidature period is 3 years, with possibility of a 6-month extension. Coverage for the domestic HDR student includes:
- Stipend: $38,000 (AUD) per annum, paid fortnightly and tax-free for full-time students
- Tuition fees: Full coverage, with a value of $29,300 per annum
- Relocation allowance: Up to $2,000 to relocate to a UniSC campus
All inclusions are in accordance with UniSC Research Scholarship guidelines.
Application inclusions
Submit the following as part of your application:
- Cover letter
- Resume/CV
- Transcript
- Contact details of a professional referee
Contact
For any questions, contact Professor Lynette Cheah at lcheah@usc.edu.au