Translating Cardiovascular Digital Health Innovation from Research to Clinical Trial

About the project

About the Project About the Project Many promising cardiovascular technologies never reach clinical practice because of challenges in validation, regulatory approval, commercialisation, and implementation. This PhD project focuses on translating a novel cardiovascular risk assessment technology from a research prototype to clinical evaluation. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team of engineers, clinicians, industry partners, and regulatory experts to advance a cardiovascular risk assessment platform towards clinical trial readiness. The project will involve clinical validation, product development, health economic evaluation, regulatory strategy, and stakeholder engagement to support real-world implementation. This unique opportunity will provide experience across the full innovation pathway, from technology development through to commercialisation and clinical translation. Research areas Digital health commercialisation Clinical validation Cardiovascular risk assessment Regulatory and implementation science Health technology evaluation Clinical trial preparation Candidate Requirements Applicants should have a background in: Biomedical engineering Data science Computer science Mathematics or statistics Or a related discipline We are seeking outstanding domestic and international applicants with a strong academic record and demonstrated research potential. Domestic applicants (Australia and New Zealand) should have: A Bachelor's degree with First Class Honours (H1) or equivalent, or a Master's degree containing a substantial research thesis/project. A minimum WAM of 75% (or equivalent). Evidence of research capability through an honours thesis, research project, publication, conference presentation, industry R&D experience, or related research activities. International applicants should typically have: A Bachelor's degree with Honours (or equivalent research-intensive qualification) from a university ranked within the Top 200 globally (QS, Times Higher Education, or Shanghai/ARWU rankings), or the nationally leading research-intensive university in their country. Academic performance equivalent to UNSW First Class Honours (H1e). Ideally have one or two first-author publications (published, accepted) in high-quality international journals, preferably Q1 journals Preferably demonstrated research excellence through publications, conference presentations, awards, or research experience. Preference may be given to applicants who are already based in Australia or able to commence their studies onshore. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive research environment. We particularly encourage applications from women and candidates from Southeast Asia. University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the Sydney Vascular Modelling Group (SVMG) The successful candidate will join the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) and the Sydney Vascular Modelling Group (SVMG) , an internationally recognised research group at the forefront of cardiovascular engineering, artificial intelligence, computational modelling, digital health, medical devices, and precision cardiovascular medicine. SVMG brings together engineers, clinicians, data scientists, and industry partners to develop technologies that improve the prediction, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Our research spans fundamental biomechanics through to clinical translation, commercialisation, and implementation in healthcare. The successful candidate will be embedded within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and will have opportunities to work with leading academic, clinical, and industry partners across Australia, Europe, North America, and Asia. Learn more about our work at: Sydney Vascular Modelling Group UNSW Sydney Vascular Modelling Group We are a supportive and ambitious team that values scientific excellence, collaboration, innovation, mentorship, and inclusivity. Our goal is to train not only outstanding researchers but also future leaders in academia, healthcare, and industry. Application Process Applicants should send the following to s.beier@unsw.edu.au A cover letter outlining their motivation and suitability. A CV outlining skills and experience. Copies of all academic transcripts. Contact details of two referees. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Funding Notes The UNSW PhD Scholarship covers both course fees and provides a stipend for living expenses. The total scholarship value is ~AUD$40,000 p.a. and is indexed each year. More information on UNSW PhD Scholarships can be found here: https://www.unsw.edu.au/research/hdr/scholarships . By applying for this PhD position, the candidate will also apply for a UNSW PhD Scholarship.

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