Industry Research Project

**Expressions of Interest - Industry Research Project with Defence Trailblazer**

If you are considering Higher Degree Research studies with a focus on industry, this could be the unique opportunity for you

There are many opportunities for high achieving students interested in defence industry-led PhD through the Defence Trailblazer for Concept to Sovereign Capability.

The Defence Trailblazer is a once in a generation opportunity to strengthen the collaboration between defence, academia and industry whilst accelerating research and commercialisation.

**About the Defence Trailblazer**

The Defence Trailblazer for Concept to Sovereign Capability is a $250 million enterprise powered by the University of Adelaide and the University of New South Wales, with funding from the Australian Government through the Trailblazer Universities Program as well as university and industry partners.
- The Defence Trailblazer will:_
- Fast-track world-leading research in partnership with Defence industry partners to meet Defence capability needs
- Transform the way universities and academics work with industry
- Drive job-ready skills of the future, ensuring both research and development activities and education qualifications are aligned to industry need
- Increase research impact by encouraging the translation and commercialisation of university research towards Australia’s Defence National Manufacturing Priority.

**Overview**
- The Industry Research Project (IRP) is designed to deliver job-ready graduates equipped with the skills and qualifications required to meet future defence industry needs.
- Students are immersed in an industry setting in order to benefit from real-life professional development opportunities. Students also receive a minimum $50,000 per annum stipend scholarship, jointly funded by Defence Trailblazer and a defence industry partner. Over the duration of the program, supervision is provided collaboratively by both an academic supervisor and the defence partner.

**Benefits of the IRP Program**:
A research degree can lead to unique experiences that link real world challenges and commercial advances, all while building your capability as a next generation researcher. Undertaking a HDR through the Defence Trailblazer IRP enables access to world-class academic expertise, facilities and research capacity available amongst our established defence industry partners. You will also:

- Work closely with experts on defence industry-led projects
- Translate research into tangible solutions
- $50,000 p.a. tax-free stipend (pro-rated for eligible part-time students)
- No tuition fees apply
- Acquire a unique set of skills and expertise
- Enhance your employability skills sought after by industry; graduates are highly regarded by employers
- Opportunities for local and international travel
- Work alongside world-leading researchers
- Gain industry experience and grow your networks
- Solve real life problems through industry engaged projects
- Publish your contributions
- Become an expert and make a real impact
- Access paid annual, parental and personal leave

**Location**:
Submitting an Expression of Interest via The University of Adelaide will only register your interest for research at The University of Adelaide, South Australia.

**Special Requirements**:
Due to the nature of the Defence Trailblazer projects, successful students may be required to hold or attain an Australian government security clearance.

**How to Register Your Interest**:
The Defence Trailblazer Team appreciate the time and effort you have taken to submit your interest to this program, however please note your submission of an EOI does not guarantee a scholarship.

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