Data61 PhD Scholarships

Calling for PhD students who are passionate about science and engineering in digital and data sciences. We have a range of exciting opportunities available.

  • Enhance your PhD studies with a PhD studentship at CSIRO’s Data61
  • Kickstart your research career with the dedicated data and digital arm of Australia’s national science agency.
  • Work with talented people on projects aimed at solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. 
  • Build your skills, apply your knowledge and deepen your skill set to design and solve complex research problems.

Data61’s PhD Scholarships give students the opportunity to work with a university and Data61 supervisor to further their careers at one of Australia’s most trusted science organizations.

We have a range of full stipend and top-up scholarship opportunities available

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Mars Buttfield-Addison

Mars’ PhD journey

Meet data scientist, astrophile, author and virtual universe builder Mars Buttfield-Addison. A PhD candidate based in our Sandy Bay Tasmania office, Mars is applying machine learning methods to detect and track satellites and space debris.

Ms Farina Riaz

Farina’s PhD journey

Meet Ms Farina Riaz, a postgraduate student at CSIRO’s Data61 who is currently working on quantum artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications. We chat to her about her most impactful projects, career journey, and how STEM industries and research organisations can attract more talented women.

Find out more information about Data61’s PhD scholarships