1 PhD position within project Communication and Spatial Tracking Radio (CASTRO)

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1 PhD position within project Communication and Spatial Tracking Radio (CASTRO)

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Offer DescriptionThe research group GPSC (Signal Processing in Communications Group, ) is looking for a motivated candidate to pursue a doctoral thesis in the “DocTIC” PhD programme ( ), in University of Vigo, Spain. The position includes a 18-month contract under project Communication And Spatial Tracking RadiO (CASTRO), funded by the “Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento 2021 Agencia Estatal de Investigación MINISTERIO DE CIENCIA E INNOVACIÓN” of the government of Spain PID2021-122483OA-I00.CASTRO aims to develop wireless signal processing and network architecture solutions that exploit simultaneous location and communication techniques to support next generation wireless services. The project will study both improvements in radio resource management protocols and schedulers leveraging location information, as well as advanced waveforms and channel estimation algorithms that permit the extraction of location information from the communications signal. Such goals are key trends in future mobile cellular 5G and WLAN WiFi 7 standards.Depending on the focus subject of the thesis, the PhD candidate will contribute to the project in one or more of the following topics: i) Advanced signal processing algorithms for beyond 5G wireless systems, including compressed sensing channel modeling and estimation, multicarrier modulations with mobility, and hybrid beamforming for massive MIMO mmWave systems. ii) Advanced technologies for Integrated Sensing And Communications (ISAC) including location algorithms, joint estimation and reception, channel scenario ray-tracing, and training sequence and waveform design iii) Advanced Radio Resource Management in wireless networks, including limited feedback channel state information, link adaptation, precoder selection, multi-user scheduling with spatial multiplexing, with joint detection or interference canceling, and user attachment and routing in multi-hop and D2D topologies. iv) Development of Open Source tools for communications research, including standard 3GPP channel multipath model, ray-tracing simulations, full-stack 5G network simulation, and the O-RAN 5G industry standard. v) Application of Machine Learning technologies to communications systems in the PHY and MAC layers, with emphasis on sparse multipath channel estimation, mobile user location, massive MIMO beam management and multi-user scheduling or resource allocation.The GPSC is an internationally outstanding research group is the areas of wireless communications, baseband signal processing, estimation, terrestrial television, satellite communications, spectrum monitoring, multimedia forensics and multimedia signal processing. The group counts with a strong network of top international collaborators in academia and industry, offering possibilities for research stays and internships. Many PhD alumni of the group have achieved positions in industry-leading international tech companies, as well as top academic and government institutions in Europe.What is fundedThe predoctoral contract will cover the first 18 months of PhD with a yearly salary of 20.100 € with renovation based on performance. Note that in Spain all benefits such as health insurance or unemployement are included in the contract and free. During the course of this contract the candidate will be mentored in application to project funding, research grants and individual fellowships to continue up to 4 years of PhD studies and into postdoctoral applications. Depending on UVigo regulations (currently under revision), a small PhD program registration fee may be paid by the candidate or waived.Eligibility criteriaCandidates must meet the elegibility criteria for the DocTIC programme ( ). Candidates must have at least a Spanish Master’s Degree, OR a degree in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) that authorizes access to PhD, OR any other degree equivalent to the European Qualifications Framework level 7; in the fields of Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Preference those with a strong background in digital signal processing, wireless communications, networks, statistics or electromagnetism.

All the candidates who cannot prove the required academic degree will be immediately withdrawn from the selection process.Full-time equivalent research or professional experience’ is measured from the date when the candidate obtained the degree.Where to apply E-mailgomezcuba@gts.uvigo.esRequirementsResearch Field Engineering » Other Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/Qualifications

• Master Telecommunications/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics degree graduate’ with a strong background in digital communications and wireless networks.
• Excellent academic record.

Specific RequirementsBackground (Research/Professional) in digital signal processing and statistics for communications (modulation, channel estimation, detection, estimation, equalization, etc.).Background (Research/Professional) in state-of-the-art wireless networks (5G / WiFi6 / etc.).Background (Research/Professional) in radio channel characterization (propagation, multipath, spectrum analysis, ray tracing, radio location, etc…).Proficient use of high level programming languages, simulator development and open source contribution (ns-3, Python, git, Linux, and similar technologies…)Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationSelection processImportant remark : This is a Call for expressions of interest.The University of Vigo has his own official application process, hiring on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The process has the following stages (chronologically): * The candidate submits an expression of interest (EoI) (deadline: 20 Dec 2024 – 23:00 (UTC))

• Once the official application process starts, we will send an email to the candidate, who will proceed to the submission of his/her formal application. Please, bear in mind that the application process is mandatory and will only be open for 5 working days.
• The selection committee will evaluate only the received candidatures through the official application procedure and will announce the shortlist of candidates that will pass to the next stage.
• The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online by the committee.
• The selected candidate will be notified as soon as possible after the interviews.

TENTATIVE CONTRACT START DATE: 1st March 2025Application requirements for EoI: Applicants should provide an up-to-date CV, letter of motivation, and the names and contact details of one referee who is qualified to comment on your scientific/professional track record and expertise. Send the documents needed for your application to:Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute atlanTTic Research Center, Universidade de Vigo Country Spain City Vigo GeofieldContact State/ProvincePontevedra (Galicia) CityVigo WebsiteStreetCampus universitario, s/n Postal Code36310STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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€20100 per year

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Vigo, Pontevedra

Job date

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:10:50 GMT

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