PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Monash University Accident Research Centre - Driver Health Study
Job No: 684355
Location: Clayton Campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 3.5 years fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: A tax-free stipend to the value of $40,000 pa
The Opportunity:
A unique, exciting opportunity exists for an exceptionally talented candidate interested in undertaking a PhD at
the Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC).
MUARC is Australia's largest and most respected accident and injury prevention research organisation. MUARC’s
research, consultancy, training and scientific expertise include safety in all modes of transport, in the workplace,
in the community and in the home. MUARC’s goal is simple but profound: to prevent injury, save lives, and build
futures.
National Road Safety Partnership Program (NRSPP) offers a collaborative network to support Australian
businesses in developing a positive road safety culture. It’s about saving lives without the red tape.
National Transport Insurance (NTI) is Australia’s leading specialist insurance provider for the Transport and
Logistics Industries. With decades of expertise, NTI has built a reputation for being the trusted partner for
businesses that keep Australia Truckin’, Shippin’, and Diggin’.
As part of this scholarship, the PhD student will lead the expansion of the Driver Health Survey (https://drivinghealth.net/), a national initiative aimed at understanding the health and wellbeing of professional drivers across Australia. This will include updating and enhancing the survey methodology, broadening participant reach and conversation within the transport and logistics industry, and integrating new focus areas aligned with emerging health and safety challenges. The expanded work will be formally branded as the NTARC Driving Health Scholarship, reflecting the National Truck Accident Research Centre’s (NTARC) and NTI’s strong commitment to improving the long-term health, safety, and wellbeing of drivers across the sector. The research outcomes are expected to provide actionable insights to inform industry policy, workplace practices, and road safety strategies nationwide.
The PhD will be supervised by Associate Professor Sjaan Koppel, a leading expert in road safety, driver health, and injury prevention.
About You
As the successful candidate, you will:
- Have a relevant Honours or Masters degree with H1 or equivalent;
- Meet the eligibility criteria for PhD candidature at Monash University;
- Have Australian or New Zealand citizenship (or permanent residence), and currently residing in Australia;
- Have an interest in injury prevention research and specifically, an interest in health data analysis and
statistics;
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Have the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team;
- Have the ability to plan, organise, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines, and
- Have analytical thinking, data analysis and critical problem-solving skills
How to Apply
Please complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) form, including a one page research proposal, and submit this form, with full CV and transcripts, to Samantha Bailey, Graduate Research Administrative Officer, Monash University Accident Research Centre muarc-graduateresearch@monash.edu
For any enquiries, please contact Samantha Bailey, Graduate Research Administrative Officer, Monash University Accident Research Centre Phone: +61 3 9902 0358 or Email: muarc-graduateresearch@monash.edu
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview at MUARC
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