PhD Scholarship in Human-Computer Interaction

A stipend of $35,886 per annum pro rata (full-time study), with a possible extension of six months. This amount is subject to indexation annually.

Open now

30/09/2026

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Applicant must meet scholarship entry requirements, unless supervisor provides a case for equivalence. Information regarding the requirements can be found under the Check your Eligibility section of the How to apply page.

Applicants should contact Dr Joshua Newn via joshua.newn@rmit.edu.au with the following information to discuss eligibility:

• An academic CV that includes any publications/awards and the contact details of two referees.
• A copy of electronic academic transcripts.
• A cover letter explaining the applicant's suitability for the project.
• A research statement of 1 or 2 pages where the potential candidate outlines the research problem and question(s) to be studied, proposed methods, and a brief reference list.

The successful candidate will work at the intersection of human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, and cognitive science. They will design and evaluate prototype systems that demonstrate how AI can provide timely, contextual assistance while preserving user autonomy and decision-making capacity.This project offers opportunities to publish in top-tier HCI and AI venues, collaborate with industry partners, and contribute to next-generation interface design that could transform how humans and AI systems work together across domains including productivity tools, health applications, and educational technologies.Ideal candidates will have strong programming skills and experience with either physiological sensing technologies (such as eye tracking, EEG or HRV) or machine learning approaches, along with a passion for designing technology that enhances human capabilities rather than replacing them.