Consolidating intelligence data to identify victims of child sexual abuse

Who it is for

• Consolidating intelligence data to identify victims of child sexual abuse Applications close Friday, 31 August Supporting a PhD candidate to improve police identification of children at risk of sexual exploitation.
• Key details Project supervisor Prof David Bright Deakin school and faculty Deakin Covert Networks LabSchool of Humanities and Social SciencesFaculty of Arts and Education Additional supervisors Yet to be confirmed Location Melbourne Burwood Campus Value and duration This scholarship is available over three years and offers:a stipend of $37,450 per
• annum tax exempt (2026 rate)a relocation allowance of $500-1,500 (for single to family) for students moving from interstateFor international students, the awardee will also receive: tuition fees offset for the duration of four yearssingle Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of the student visa.
• Research aim This project aims to generate new knowledge about the victims appearing in child sexual abuse material, with the potential to transform police practice.
• It utilises an innovative methodological approach to deliver new insights about victimisation and identify who is being victimised, who is at the highest risk of repeat victimisation, and when and where victimisation takes place.
• Project activities engage restricted police data to triangulate information with existing databases to provide actionable priorities for investigators, with product delivery to stakeholders in Year 4.
• Benefits accrue for poli ||| Am I eligible?
• To be eligible you must:meet Deakin's PhD entry requirementsenrol full timehold an honours degree (first class) or an equivalent standard masters degree with a substantial research componentPlease refer to the research degree entry pathways page for further information.Additional requirement:applications are invited from candidates originating from
• any discipline (e.g.
• criminology, sociology, psychology, etc.) however, applicants with experience in data science and social network analysis are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Ready to apply?
• Please email your CV and cover letter (including your interest in the project) to Prof David Bright.
• Your CV should highlight your skills, education, publications and relevant work experience.
• If successful, you will be invited to submit a formal application.
• Email Prof David Bright Research degree entry requirements Set yourself up for success.
• Each type of Deakin research degree has specific entry requirements designed to ensure that graduate researchers are well prepared for the challenges of advanced study.
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