About Meta-Matters industry phd
The National Industry PhD Program
The National Industry PhD Program
The National Industry PhD Program
Meta‑Matters Pty Ltd offers an Industry PhD opportunity aligned with the Australian Government’s National Industry PhD Program, designed to co-develop impactful research with universities and industry. This transformative initiative builds exceptional capability and bridges the gap between academic innovation and commercial success
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Meta‑Matters Pty Ltd offers an Industry PhD opportunity aligned with the Australian Government’s National Industry PhD Program, designed to co-develop impactful research with universities and industry. This transformative initiative builds exceptional capability and bridges the gap between academic innovation and commercial success
For standalone PhD candidates undertaking co-designed research projects with Meta‑Matters and a university partner.
Candidates are embedded within our organisation for part of their candidature and receive a min. ~$45,000 p.a stipend and a min. ~$45,000 p.a fee waiver
Program Objectives & Benefits
The National Industry PhD Program
The National Industry PhD Program
Built for Real-world Impact
Develop skilled researchers who can operate seamlessly at the interface of academia and industry, primed for leading innovation and commercialisation efforts .
Tackle genuine industry challenges with co-designed research that aligns with organisational needs and growth goals.
Equip PhD graduates to drive commercia
Built for Real-world Impact
Develop skilled researchers who can operate seamlessly at the interface of academia and industry, primed for leading innovation and commercialisation efforts .
Tackle genuine industry challenges with co-designed research that aligns with organisational needs and growth goals.
Equip PhD graduates to drive commercially viable outcomes and expand industry–university knowledge exchange .
Why Partner with Meta‑Matters?
Opportunity to co-create cutting-edge agritech solutions via deep integration with our data-driven, applied R&D capabilities .
Benefit from our established networks with universities, CSIRO, and grain industry collaborators to pilot and scale research outputs.
Gain access to co-funding models, project design expertise, and expert mentorship from seasoned professionals at Meta‑Matters.
Pathways to Commercial Success
The National Industry PhD Program
Pathways to Commercial Success
The Meta‑Matters Industry PhD Program uniquely positions participants to:
Leverage real-world agricultural datasets and co-design solutions with industry partners.
Develop next-gen agritech products, such as digital carbon credit systems, precision agronomy tools, or intelligent breeding analytics.
Build a career at the nexus of R&D and prac
The Meta‑Matters Industry PhD Program uniquely positions participants to:
Leverage real-world agricultural datasets and co-design solutions with industry partners.
Develop next-gen agritech products, such as digital carbon credit systems, precision agronomy tools, or intelligent breeding analytics.
Build a career at the nexus of R&D and practical impact, with domain expertise and commercial experience from day one.
Access a pipeline of commercially viable research outcomes, primed for market adoption and pilot deployment.
About Our Undergraduate Traineeships
Real-World Experience for Aspiring Scientists and Engineers
Bring your academic learning to life in a real-world environment and engage with some of the country's leading scientific minds. Our undergraduate traineeships offer students an unparalleled opportunity to immerse themselves in an innovative setting and gain valuable skills and experiences unique to our program.
Key Information
Undergraduate traineeships are designed to provide students with an immersive experience in a dynamic environment, equipping them with skills and knowledge not available elsewhere. These placements, which may include Honours project supervision, are a compulsory or elective component of undergraduate tertiary studies.
Placements typically last between 3 to 12 months and span a range of research and non-research functions. Placements vary each year and depend on the projects available at the time of inquiry.
Benefits of Our Undergraduate Traineeships
By engaging with industry, university, and CSIRO while pursuing your studies, you gain access to our leading researchers and mentors. This placement offers practical experience in your field of interest and allows you to fulfil a compulsory or elective component of your tertiary studies.
Requirements and Eligibility
Applicants must demonstrate satisfactory academic performance. Supervisors need assurance that international students have sufficient funds to cover travel and living expenses in Australia. It is recommended that international applicants visit the Australian Government website 'Study in Australia' for more information.
To be considered for an undergraduate traineeship, you must:
Be enrolled in an Associate, Bachelor, or Honours degree.
Have a course with a compulsory or elective placement contributing to course credit, including Honours project supervision.
Before commencing your placement, you and your university supervisor must sign a three-way student agreement.
How to Apply
Undergraduate traineeships are not advertised publicly. To apply, Book an interview with our staff member working in an area of interest to you and approach them directly.
When contacting our staff member, please provide the following documentation to support your application:
A current CV
Details of the type of project you wish to work on
Academic transcript or details of grades
The degree you are enrolled in and the number of years completed
Confirmation that the traineeship placement is a compulsory course requirement or that it will earn you course credit if elective
Contact
For any inquiries, please contact info@meta-matters.com.au
