Opportunities for students, researchers, and visiting scholars interested in responsible data systems and real-world AI applications.
Aim high. Think deep.
Fear none. Press on.
We aim to explore research problems with long-term value, systems and methods that stand the test of time, and technologies that create meaningful real-world impact.
Research on scalable data platforms, query processing, distributed execution, graph analytics, and data infrastructure for modern AI workloads.
Example topics
Research on reliable, accountable, and human-centred data intelligence, including AI-assisted data management and trustworthy generative AI systems.
Example topics
Research on data-driven systems for social good, real-world applications, and industry transformation across critical sectors.
Example topics
We particularly encourage applicants with backgrounds in:
Applicants are generally expected to demonstrate:
PhD applicants are typically expected to have:
Scholarships at the University of Sydney are highly competitive. Strong research experience, publications, project experience, and academic writing skills are usually required.
We also welcome applicants from interdisciplinary backgrounds who are interested in AI and intelligent systems. We believe that diverse perspectives and interdisciplinary collaboration are essential to building responsible and impactful intelligent systems.
We welcome outstanding undergraduate, master's, and interdisciplinary students to participate in research projects and research internships.
The lab is best suited for students who can participate consistently over an extended period. In general, internships are expected to last at least six months. Longer-term involvement, such as one year or more, is strongly preferred for deeper participation in research projects, system development, and publications.
Internships may be arranged flexibly. Outstanding interns may later participate in honours thesis work, research pathway projects, MPhil / PhD programs, joint publications, and long-term research collaborations.
Current undergraduate students or master's by coursework students at the University of Sydney are encouraged to contact us if they are interested in research degrees, such as a Master by Research or PhD, or research projects, such as honours thesis projects or Research Pathway projects.
“A teacher is one who makes oneself progressively unnecessary.”
Thomas Carruthers
We aim to build an open, respectful, and supportive research environment, a culture of collaboration and mutual support, and a space where diverse perspectives and honest discussion are encouraged.
Good research is not only about what we build, but also why we build it and whom it ultimately serves.
Please send the following materials by email:
PhD and MPhil applicants are also encouraged to briefly describe their:
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Please allow 1-2 weeks for a response after contacting us.
Please check the official University of Sydney pages for current research degree information, application procedures, and program requirements.
