CSIRO iPhD – Communicating in the real world
This project aims to utilise existing sensor technologies to evaluate the impact of hearing loss when communicating in noisy environments.
The expected outcome is the discovery of novel analysis methods that utilise multi-sensor fusion techniques. The potential benefit is improved outcomes for individuals with hearing loss.
Key details
- 20246660
- MRes + PhD, PhD
- Applications close on 30 April 2025
- Domestic
- Engineering, information technologies, medicine and health, science
- $47,000 p.a. (2025 rate)
During the industry engagement component of the project, the scholarship recipient will:
- gain hands-on experience in multi sensor data acquisition, preparation, management and analytics
- gain exposure on innovation in multi-sensor data analysis/fusion and its application to hearing health and hearing devices, as well as innovative experimental methods for measuring and understanding the difficulties individuals with hearing loss face when communicating in the real world
- develop creative solutions to address existing challenges in medical devices that have potential commercialisation
- participate in conferences and industry events.
Availability
The scholarship is available to candidates eligible to undertake:
- a direct entry three-year PhD program, or
- a four-year MRes + PhD program.
Components
The program includes:
- admission to a Macquarie University PhD program
- supervision by Macquarie University, CSIRO and an industry partner
- a four-year scholarship package totalling approximately $47,000 per annum tax exempt (2025 rate)
- a four-year project expense and development package of $13,000 per annum
- a 60 day industry engagement component with the industry partner
- a structured professional development and training program to develop your applied research skills.
Successful students are subject to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Macquarie University, in addition to the CSIRO industry PhD program terms and conditions.
Students will receive a standard PhD or MRes + PhD on completion.
How to apply
Submit an expression of interest (EOI) to the academic contact, Associate Professor Jorg Buchholz at jorg.buchholz@mq.edu.au.
The EOI is assessed by the supervisory team and shortlisted applicants are interviewed.
The supervisory team nominates a preferred applicant and informs the iPhD office. The nominated applicant will be instructed to apply.
The application is then assessed by the Macquarie University against our PhD admission criteria. We will issue a letter of offer for the program if all conditions have been satisfied.