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PhD Scholarship in Generative Artificial Intelligence (Humanities and Social Sciences) Monash University in Australia

I am offering a PhD position in generative artificial intelligence (humanities and social sciences) at Monash University.

MONASH UNIVERSITY

Australia

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Nov 23, 2025

Keywords

Computer Science
Sociology
Artificial Intelligence
Media Studies
Philosophy
Social Science
Digital Humanities
Technology Ethics
Activism
Generative Modeling
Content Creation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Machine learning

Description

Monash University’s Faculty of Arts is offering a fully funded PhD scholarship for research in generative artificial intelligence (AI), with a focus on the humanities and social sciences. This 3.5-year, full-time position is based at the Clayton campus and provides a tax-free stipend of $36,063 AUD per annum (2025 rate), indexed, along with a tuition fee scholarship and Single Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) for international students. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research environment, collaborating with the Monash Artificial Intelligence Institute and a cohort of PhD students working on generative AI across various disciplines. The scholarship supports research projects that use generative AI as a phenomenon to be studied or as a substantial component of research design or methodology within the social sciences or humanities. Applicants are encouraged to propose novel research topics, with suggested themes including prompt engineering and moderation, AI content creation in media, activist or counter-use of generative AI, analysis of anti-democratic AI campaigns, and theorizing the social, cultural, economic, or artistic value of AI-generated content. The program offers expert interdisciplinary supervision, opportunities for personal and career development, and support for research outputs such as publications, symposia, and grant applications. Applicants must have a strong academic background in the social sciences or humanities, preferably with an Honour’s or Master’s degree (or international equivalent) with a significant research component and first-class honours/H1. Technical expertise in AI is not required. Candidates must meet the Faculty of Arts PhD eligibility criteria, including English-language proficiency, and be able to enroll full-time and on campus. Those who already hold a PhD are not eligible. The expected enrollment date is by 31 March 2026, with some flexibility. To apply, candidates should first discuss their proposal with Dr Robbie Fordyce via email, then submit an Expression of Interest including a cover letter, research proposal, CV, academic records, English proficiency results (if applicable), and contact details for two academic referees. The application deadline is 23 November 2025. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring researchers interested in the societal impacts of generative AI and seeking to contribute to a vibrant, interdisciplinary academic community at Monash University.

Funding

Available

How to apply

First, discuss your research proposal via email with Dr Robbie Fordyce, including the job number in the subject line. Then, submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) including a cover letter, research proposal (max 750 words), CV, academic records, English proficiency results (if applicable), and contact details of two academic referees. Indicate you are applying for the 'Special Scholarship Scheme – PhD Scholarship in Generative Artificial Intelligence.'

Requirements

Applicants must have a strong academic track record in the Social Sciences and/or Humanities. An Australian (or equivalent international) Honour’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field with a significant research component and first-class honours/H1 awarded is preferred. Pre-existing technical knowledge of artificial intelligence is not required. Applicants must meet the Faculty of Arts PhD eligibility requirements, including English-language proficiency. Scholarship holders must be enrolled full-time and on campus. Applicants who already hold a PhD are not eligible.

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