Doctoral Candidate (PhD) in SatCom, Sensing & PNT for 6G NTN

About us...

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The  Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust ( SnT ) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services.

We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as : Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.

The SIGCOM research group, headed by Prof. Symeon CHATZINOTAS, carries out research activities in the telecommunication and networking systems, including NTNs and quantum communication infrastructure, and is currently expanding its research activities in exploring several emerging topics of next-generation communications and computing systems. For more details, you may refer to the following : www.uni.lu / snt-en / research-groups / sigcom /

About the role...

As a PhD candidate, you will be at the forefront of transformative research in the field of joint communications and sensing for next generation NTNs. Your responsibilities will include :

• Conducting groundbreaking research in joint communications, sensing and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) applications for the next generation satellite systems
• Developing innovative solutions and algorithms to integrate communication and sensing or communications and PNT capabilities, addressing unique challenges in the satellite environment
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of researchers at SIGCOM to identify unexplored areas and unlock potential breakthroughs in the field
• Staying updated with the latest advancements in satellite communication, signal processing, radar technologies, navigation algorithms, and other relevant domains
• Publishing your research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and presenting your work at leading international conferences

For further information, please contact : Dr. Jorge Querol ().

Your profile...

Qualification : The candidate should possess an M.Sc. / M.Eng. degree in one of the following fields : Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering or Computer Science / Engineering.

Experience : The candidate should have strong digital signal processing and mathematical backgrounds evidenced by grades and / or prior publications. Additionally, the candidate should have expertise or strong interest (evidenced by familiarity with fundamental concepts) in several of the following topics :

Programming Skills : MATLAB, C / C++.

Language Skills : Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. French, German or Luxembourgish is a plus.

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How to apply...

Applications should include :

For each degree received or currently enrolled in, provide the degree, institution name, institution city and country, and date (or expected date) of graduation. Include the title and short summary of your final (Bachelor / Master) Thesis if you did one

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information :

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 40952 (full time).