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 research university in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct cutting-edge research on wireless communication systems and technologies for 6G and beyond. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD and have a strong background in communication theory and signal processing, along with a proven publication record. The position offers competitive terms, including housing and educational subsidies for children.

Benefits

Housing subsidies

Educational subsidies for children

Qualifications

• Strong background in communication theory, signal processing, and wireless communications.
• Extensive experience in physical (PHY) layer algorithm design and performance analysis.
• Proven publication record in IEEE journals and conferences.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research on wireless communication systems.
• Explore enabling technologies for 6G and beyond wireless networks.

Skills

Communication theory

Signal processing

Wireless communications

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Research independence

Education

PhD in electrical/electronics engineering, telecommunications, or a related field

Job description

The Communication Theory and Technologies (CT&T) Research Group in the Division of Engineering at New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Associate. The candidate will work under the supervision of CT&T Research Group Director Prof. Dr. Murat Uysal and will conduct cutting-edge research on the physical layer design of wireless communication systems, exploring enabling technologies for 6G and beyond wireless networks.

Applicants must hold a PhD in electrical/electronics engineering, telecommunications, or a related field. Other requirements include:

• Strong background in communication theory, signal processing, and wireless communications
• Extensive experience in physical (PHY) layer algorithm design and performance analysis
• Proven publication record in IEEE journals and conferences
• Excellent verbal and written English skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to pursue independent research

Preferred research experience in one or more of the following areas:

• 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

Applications will be accepted immediately and will be considered until the positions are filled. To apply, candidates must submit:

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

All application materials should be in PDF format. For inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Murat Uysal via email.

The terms of employment are highly competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children.

About NYUAD:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a research university offering a fully integrated liberal arts and sciences undergraduate program across Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. It is part of NYU's global network, which includes campuses in New York and Shanghai, facilitating international mobility and collaboration. NYU Abu Dhabi serves as a hub for scholarly thought, research, and creative activities in the Arab world and beyond.

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UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.