Post-Doctoral Associate in the Division of Engineering Electrical Engineering - Dr Murat Uysal

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate at their Communication Theory and Technologies Research Group in Abu Dhabi. This role focuses on cutting-edge research in the physical layer design of wireless communication systems and exploring enabling technologies for 6G and beyond. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant engineering field, possess strong analytical skills, and have a proven research track record. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including housing and educational subsidies for children.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Housing subsidies

Educational subsidies for children

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in physical layer algorithm design and performance analysis.
• Proven track record of publications in IEEE journals and conferences.
• Strong verbal and written skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research on physical layer design of wireless communication systems.
• Explore enabling technologies for 6G and beyond.

Skills

Communication theory

Signal processing

Wireless communications

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Research independence

Education

PhD in electrical/electronics engineering

PhD in telecommunications or related field

Job description

Overview

Post‑Doctoral Associate at the Communication Theory and Technologies (CT&T) Research Group, Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi. Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Murat Uysal, the role involves cutting‑edge research on the physical layer design of wireless communication systems and exploring enabling technologies for 6G and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research on physical layer design of wireless communication systems.
• Explore enabling technologies for 6G and beyond wireless networks.

Qualifications

• PhD in electrical/electronics engineering, telecommunications or related field.
• Strong background in communication theory, signal processing and wireless communications.
• Extensive experience in physical (PHY) layer algorithm design and performance analysis.
• Proven track record of publications in IEEE journals and conferences.
• Strong verbal and written skills in English.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills and capacity to pursue independent research.

Preferred Research Experience

• Waveform design for emerging spectrum (FR3 MMW, sub‑THz/THz).
• Extreme massive MIMO communications.
• Analog, digital and hybrid beamforming architectures.
• Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces.
• Machine learning for wireless communications.
• Hardware‑constrained signal processing for wireless communications.
• Channel modeling and characterization.

Application Process

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae with full publication list.
• BSc, MSc and PhD transcripts.
• Research statement.
• Contact details of at least three references.

All attachments should be in PDF format. Applications will be accepted immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

Terms of Employment

Competitive compensation, including housing and educational subsidies for children.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NYU Abu Dhabi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.