PhD Scholarship: Hyperspectral Imagery and Deep Learning for Greenhouse Gas Monitoring
Southport, Australia
Griffith University
Company Description
The School of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Griffith University is a leading institution dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in the fields of computer science, information technology, and digital systems.
Job Description
We are currently looking for a PhD candidate to a project focused on developing advanced methods for greenhouse gas (GHG) monitoring using hyperspectral satellite imagery and deep learning.
The primary focus of this role is to develop and refine techniques for analysing GHG concentrations. This project includes data collection activities aiming to provide actionable insights for climate change mitigation strategies. Success in this role requires collaboration with industry partners, reporting weekly throughout the project’s duration.
Qualifications
The selection of applicants for the award of higher degree research scholarships at Griffith University involves consideration of your academic merit and research background. To be successful within this role, you will be able to demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to meeting research deadlines. You will have evidence of a passion for environmental sustainability and advanced data analytics, with a strong desire to undertake research in greenhouse gas monitoring using hyperspectral imagery and deep learning techniques.
- Expressions of interest are welcome from domestic and international applicants. If you are an international applicant who is currently offshore please consider the viability of travelling costs before submitting an expression of interest. Please see the FAQs web page for requirements for offshore international applicants.
- Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a bachelors degree with honours equivalent to second class honours or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a significant research component of a standard comparable to a bachelor honours degree or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment in accordance with Schedule One of the HDR Scholarship Procedure. For further information on the eligibility requirements for the program refer here.
International applicants should ensure that English Language Proficiency requirements for the program are met before formally applying. Applicants to research programs will need to show they meet:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS (Academic) with no band score less than 6.0 OR
- A minimum score of 575 on the paper-based TOEFL including a score of no less than 5.0 on the TWE OR
- A score of 79 on the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with no sub-score less than 19
Additional Information
About the scholarship
The Griffith Industry PhD Scholarship Scheme has an annual stipend of $50,000 for a period of up to 3.5 years of full-time study. Please see the Industry PhD Scholarship for more information.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
EOI Process
Please do not select the “APPLY” button. All expressions of interest must be submitted to m.plinsinga@griffith.edu.au containing:
- Statement addressing your suitability for the project/scholarship
- Evidence that you have completed a program with the required grades as detailed in the about you section, including a copy of your academic transcript
- A curriculum vitae (CV) using the Griffith CV template
- Names of two referees
The closing date for expressions of interest is: 5pm Friday 29 November 2024
The preferred applicant will then be invited to apply for the program and scholarship on-line
What Griffith offers
As a scholarship holder, you will study with a University that ranks among the top 2% worldwide and spans across campuses in South East Queensland. At Griffith University, we’ve worked hard to create a culture that will challenge you to be curious, creative and courageous. We also support the professional and personal development of all our HDR candidates and invest in the skills of our people. Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).
For project related enquiries please contact:
Associate Professor Henry Nguyen
Email: henry.nguyen@griffith.edu.au
For administration enquiries please contact:
Griffith Graduate Research School
Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au
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