PhD in Innovative Mobility Concepts for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic & Paralympic Games Queensland University of Technology in Canada

New PhD opportunity at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in innovative mobility concepts for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic & Paralympic Games. This project is designed to shape inclusive, efficient, and sustainable transport systems for a major international event, with an emphasis on long-term urban legacy.

The project is led by Associate Professor Rafael Gomez (QUT Industrial Design and BMW Group + QUT Design Academy), with associate supervision from Professor Ronald Schroeter (Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety), Professor Dr. Gjoko Muratovski (QUT School of Design / Icona Design Group), and Juan Antonio Islas Muñoz (ViMO-Lab, University of Montreal).

Research themes include mobility innovation, transport design, industrial design, design engineering, user-centred design, and strategic planning for mega-events. The successful candidate will engage with stakeholders and government, benchmark global mega-event mobility strategies, explore user-centred transport design, develop strategic mobility frameworks, and create visionary transport concepts.

Ideal applicants should have a background in automotive, transport, industrial design, or design engineering, along with strong visualisation and design communication skills. Strong research, technical, and engineering knowledge is also preferred.

The post directs applicants to scholarship application information and timelines. Deadline information given in the post is 31 July for international students and 31 August for domestic students.

For more information, use the research link and scholarship application link provided in the post.