POSTED: 15 May, 2025

We’re thrilled to launch the 2025 Mentoring Program for HDR students and postdoctoral researchers—now bigger and more collaborative than ever!

This year, the program brings together researchers and industry partners from across five leading Australian research centres and hubs:

• Australian Cobotics Centre

• Training Centre for Joint Biomechanics

• Centre for Behavioural Insights for Technology Adoption

• ARIAM Hub

• Centre for Next-Gen Architectural Manufacturing (ArchManu)

Participants may be matched with a mentor or mentee from any of these Centres, creating unique opportunities to build cross-disciplinary and industry-connected networks.

About the Program

The program is designed to foster meaningful connections, promote professional development, and help emerging researchers build industry readiness and confidence.

Program Details:
• Commitment: Minimum of 6 meetings over 6 months
• Format: Flexible – virtual, in-person, or hybrid
• Structure: No set curriculum, but optional framework provided

Key Dates:
• Expressions of Interest Close: 10 June 2025
• Matching and Confirmation: Notifications by 13 June 2025
• Information Session (via Zoom): 19 June 2025, 2:00–2:30pm
• First Mentoring Meetings Begin: July 2025

Whether you’re an experienced industry professional or an early-career researcher eager to learn and grow, your participation is greatly valued. This is your chance to share knowledge, expand your network, and contribute to the next generation of research leaders.

🔗 Submit your Expression of Interest by COB 10 June: Complete the EOI here

If you’re unable to participate this year, we’re planning to run the program again in 2026—so stay tuned for future opportunities!