Data Scientist in Uncrewed Aircraft Safety

2 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland University Of Technology Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to join our team at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) as a Research Fellow in Drone Collision Risk Assessment Techniques.

As part of our collaborative project, "Australian Digital Airspace Characterisation", you will play a crucial role in developing quantitative approaches to uncrewed aircraft collision risk modelling using data, applied statistics, and practical aviation constraints/standards.

About Us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a focus on real-world applications. Our School of Electrical Engineering and Robotics plays a significant role in various aspects of modern life, supplying energy and intelligence for technology that helps us manage and understand the world around us.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct research within the collaborative project, balancing theoretical and practical engineering concepts.
  • Develop quantitative approaches to uncrewed aircraft collision risk modelling using data, applied statistics, and practical aviation constraints/standards.
  • Work with multiple large datasets and supporting infrastructure to create new digital resources and information enhancing uncrewed mission planning, flight approval, airspace management, and regulatory applications.
What You Need to Succeed
  1. PhD in a relevant discipline, preferably in Mathematics or Engineering (Robotics, Aerospace, Computer Systems, Electrical).
  2. Demonstrated ability to conduct applied research, manipulate, explore, and analyse large data sets using advanced statistical techniques.
  3. Experience working with mathematical software packages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R) and/or developing software in other packages (C, C#).
  4. Demonstrated written communication skills, including maintaining accurate records and publishing in high-quality conferences and journals.
Why Join QUT?
  • A competitive remuneration package with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
  • A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements.
  • Generous maternity leave and purchased leave schemes.

We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities to apply for positions at QUT.



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