To be considered for the PhD Scholarship, applicants must meet the Eligibility criteria and English requirements as described on the How to Apply page, and should ideally meet the selection criteria below:
- demonstrate expertise in research on the news media sector and/or automated technologies.
- demonstrate knowledge of and entry-level experience with qualitative and quantitative research, in particular interviews, observational research, and experimental design.
- demonstrated previous interest in or knowledge of key aspects of media policy such as the role of public service media, or concepts like media diversity.
- Proven ability to work in teams and contribute ideas;
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills;
Interested applicants should email Associate Professor James Meese via james.meese@rmit.edu.au to establish if your research interests are aligned.
Please send through the following material in your initial email:
- A cover letter (outlining interest and alignment with the proposed research, and addressing the selection criteria)
- A copy of electronic academic transcripts
- A short CV including a section on research skills and the contact details of two referees.
The successful candidate will be supported to develop a formal PhD application to RMIT. Scholarship applications will only be successful if prospective candidates are provided with an offer for admission from RMIT University.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
