Call for Applications: Project-Based PhD Scholarship in Finance

We are pleased to invite applications for a potential fully funded PhD scholarship at Edith Cowan University (ECU), aligned with the research project “Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Asset Prices”. This exciting project explores how artificial intelligence and technological innovation are transforming financial markets and influencing asset pricing dynamics. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of a multidisciplinary team of supervisors in asset pricing, forecasting, return predictability, and machine learning and AI, includes:
• Dr Deepa Bannigidadmath, Senior Lecturer in Finance
• Dr Thach Pham, Lecturer in Finance
• Dr Viet Huynh, Lecturer in Computer Science
The detailed proposal outlining the research objectives can be found here.
Eligibility requirements and Ideal candidates:
Honours or Master’s degree (by research or coursework with a thesis component) in Finance, Economics, Data Science, or a related discipline.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Demonstrated interest in finance and financial markets.
Demonstrated ability to undertake self-directed research activities.
Demonstrated ability to handle big data, programming, and multivariate data analysis.
Analytical skills and fluency in Python, R and Stata
Benefits:
A stipend of $35,000 per annum (tax-free), up to 3 years
Tuition fee sponsorship
Application deadline: 12 June 2025. Please reach out well ahead of the application date (typically end of May) for us to assess the suitability of candidate(s) to apply for the scholarship.
To express your interest or for further information, please email me with a cover letter and your CV at pham1@ecu.edu.au.