Job no: 0056888
Location: Parkville
Role type: PhD Program Opportunity
Faculty: Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning
School: Melbourne School of Design
About Mixed reality co-design and testing of inclusive design elements/spaces
The Designing Learning Spaces for Diversity, Inclusion and Participation ARC Linkage Project (2024 – 2027) is investigating how improved school design could play a major role in supporting more inclusive education and better outcomes for students with disability. Find out more about the project here: https://sites.research.unimelb.edu.au/learn-network/home/projects/arc-project
About the Research
The mixed reality co-design and testing research strand will develop a mixed reality (i.e., augmented reality/virtual reality) interface to support architects in working more effectively with key stakeholders (e.g., people with disabilities, carers and families, school communities, education departments) when designing inclusive learning spaces. The investigation and development of design personas that draw on datasets and affordances will be an important aspect of this element of the larger research project.
Desirable skills and interests:
- Prior experience with BIM and/or mixed reality technology and associated platforms or ecologies.
- Basic programming knowledge in C# and Machine Learning.
- Digital skills in 3-dimensional modelling and representation.
To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this opportunity requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.
Please note: International applicants are encouraged to apply, however acceptance to the program will be dependent on satisfying the university's student visa requirements.
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Is this the perfect opportunity for you?
Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- 1 Page research proposal
- Academic transcript
To lodge your application for this opportunity, please submit the above documents via:
https://q.surveys.unimelb.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_9BLyxqUt0iS7f7w
Applications for this opportunity end Friday, 2 May 2025 at 11:45 pm.
