Optus PhD Scholarships for Optical Communications #2

These two PhD scholarships are provided by Optus as part of the Innovative Launch, Automation, Novel Materials, Communications, and Hypersonics Hub (iLAuNCH) Next Generation Satellite Communication project in partnership with ANU. The opportunities are ideal for highly motivated graduates interested in developing cutting edge optical instruments to enable free-space optical communications through challenging environments using the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics' Quantum Optical Ground Station (project #1), or developing a technical approach for integrating laser optical communications into Optus's existing network (project #2). The scholarship provides financial support for up to 3.5 years of full-time doctoral research in the ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, College of Science. Recipients will have opportunities to rotate through ground and space engineering teams, receive mentorship from area leads and technical experts, and participate in Optus Satellite enterprise training on satellite networks, operations, and RF engineering. Additional benefits include travel allowances up to AU$12,000 over the candidature, paid leave entitlements (60 working days medical and 60 working days parental leave), and opportunities to participate in STEM outreach activities through Optus Satellite's 'Space Ambassador' program. Scholars will also have the opportunity to connect with Optus's networks for LGBTQIA+, Women, Young Professionals, Wellbeing and Space Ambassadors.