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Advancing Robotics and AI in Red Meat Processing Tasks - MRES Scholarship

This masters scholarship is for a student to carry out research in the areas of food technology or food manufacturing. The project focuses on analysing data from sensing technologies (e.g., vision cameras or tactile sensors) to develop and implement a machine learning algorithm for a targeted red meat cutting task.

The project may also involve programming and controlling a robotic arm, utilising various sensing technologies, designing and building mounts for cameras, and creating structures to securely position meat for robotic operations. Experimental work will be conducted in the UniSQ Robotics Laboratory, with site visits to red meat abattoirs.

This scholarship is funded through the Food and Beverage Accelerator Trailblazer (FaBA), and the successful candidate may benefit from training opportunities through FaBA. For more information on FaBA, please visit faba.au.

Value
  • Stipend of AUD $37,000
  • Maximum period of tenure of an award is 2 years full-time.

To be eligible applicants must:

  • Completed a 3-year degree at an Australian university or equivalent, with a GPA of 5.0/7.0 or above, or equivalent score, in a relevant discipline

or

  • Completed a 3-year degree at an Australian university or equivalent, and have successfully completed a coursework masters, with a GPA of 5.0/7.0 or above, or equivalent score, in a relevant discipline
  • not be receiving equivalent support providing a benefit greater than 75% of the student’s stipend rate;
  • be eligible to commence a Master by research program early 2025.
  • Have studied in robotics-related fields such as mechatronics engineering, electrical and electronics engineering, or computer science (with a focus on robotics and AI).
  • Have an understanding of programming languages (e.g., MATLAB) with an openness to learn new ones, as well as a foundational knowledge of data processing and analysis.
  • Experience of developing robotics or automation-based systems is desirable.

To apply, please ensure you have digital copies of the below information:

  • Curriculum vitae; encompassing any research presentations and/or publications
  • Preliminary Research Thesis Topic Proposal (DOTX 153KB), to be completed with contact Dr Basem Aly, email address: Basem.Aly@unisq.edu.au  
  • Education qualifications (testamur and academic transcripts for all undergraduate and postgraduate awards,

Applicants must have their current/prospective supervisor complete the Supervisor support letter.

Application must be made via the UniSQ Scholarship Application Management System by the closing date.

If you require assistance in completing your application please download the Scholarship Online Application Manual (PDF 2.14MB).  

15 February 2025

Further information about this scholarship can be obtained from Dr Basem Adel Aly by emailing Basem.Aly@unisq.edu.au