Safer Manufacturing: Translating best practice OH&S across research and training facilities

Master's research scholarship at RMIT to improve manufacturing safety through a WorkSafe-funded project, collaborating with researchers and industry partners.

This scholarship supports a Master's by Research candidate at RMIT to develop evidence-based occupational health and safety guidance and training for manufacturing, working with industry partners.

AUD $36,245 per annum (2026 rate), indexed annually.

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Applicants must meet RMIT's Master's by Research admission requirements, and demonstrate potential for independent research. The scholarship is intended for full-time study on the WorkSafe project.

31/10/2026

  • A brief cover letter outlining your interest in the project and relevant experience.
  • Your CV, including qualifications, research experience and publications, if applicable.
  • Your preferred commencement date.

Shortlisted applicants may be invited to an interview. Applicants supported by the supervisory team will be guided through RMIT's formal research-degree application process, including submission of the required In-Principle Supervisor Supporting Statement.

The scholarship award is subject to meeting RMIT's research-degree entry, admission to the relevant Master's by Research program, and final scholarship approval.

See RMIT's How to Apply.

 

The scholarship would suit applicants with backgrounds in occupational health and safety, human factors and ergonomics, engineering, Industrial Production Engineering, and public health or related disciplines.

Research will focus on translating evidence into practical manufacturing safety guidance and training, including emerging technology risks. Experience in literature reviews, qualitative or quantitative research, data analysis or industry engagement is desirable. The student will collaborate with RMIT researchers, an OH&S Specialist and manufacturing partners.

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