Postdoctoral Associate - 6G Wireless Communications

New York University; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 73,448 - 110,172; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Housing allowance

Relocation support

Medical insurance

Home‑leave travel allowance

Educational subsidies for dependents

Job summary

New York University in Abu Dhabi is hiring a Postdoctoral Associate for advanced research in 6G Wireless Communications. Candidates should possess a PhD and have a strong background in communication theory, signal processing, and wireless communications.

The role includes conducting high-priority research, developing advanced wireless systems, and collaborating in a newly established research center. The position offers a competitive salary package that includes housing allowance and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• PhD with up to 5 years post‑PhD experience in relevant fields.
• Strong background in communication theory and signal processing.
• Proven academic publication record in IEEE journals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research on next-generation wireless communication systems.
• Develop waveform design solutions for THz spectrum and FR3 bands.
• Design and optimize beamforming techniques for high‑frequency communication.

Skills

Communication theory

Signal processing

6G wireless systems

THz and FR3 waveform design

Analog and hybrid beamforming

Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces

Integrated sensing and communications

Wireless system simulation and modeling

IEEE research publication development

Patent filing and standardization support

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate – 6G Wireless Communications

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Job Type: Full-time
Experience: PhD with up to 5 years post‑PhD experience
Gender: Any
Nationality: Any
Salary: 20000-30000 (USD)

Overview

High‑priority research position at the NYUAD Wireless Research Center focusing on advanced wireless systems, 6G technologies, THz communications, FR3 spectrum, and intelligent wireless infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research on physical layer design for next‑generation wireless communication systems
• Develop waveform design solutions for THz spectrum and FR3 bands under hardware constraints
• Design and optimize analog, digital, and hybrid beamforming techniques for high‑frequency communication systems
• Support research involving reconfigurable intelligent surfaces and integrated sensing and communications
• Build mathematical models for signal transmission, reception, and wireless performance optimization
• Derive fundamental performance limits and create algorithm‑level system designs
• Perform performance evaluation using computer simulations and experimental validation methods
• Publish research findings in high‑impact IEEE journals and present at leading international conferences
• Contribute to patent development, intellectual property creation, and wireless standardization initiatives

Ideal Profile

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field
• Within five years after PhD completion
• Strong background in communication theory, signal processing, and wireless communications
• Proven academic publication record in IEEE journals and major international conferences
• Extensive experience in physical layer algorithm design and system performance analysis
• Prior research exposure in THz systems, beamforming, RIS, ISAC, or hardware‑constrained wireless processing preferred

Skills Set

• Communication theory
• Signal processing
• 6G wireless systems
• THz and FR3 waveform design
• Analog and hybrid beamforming
• Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces
• Integrated sensing and communications
• Wireless system simulation and modeling
• IEEE research publication development
• Patent filing and standardization support

Why Join Us

• Work on globally significant 6G research shaping the future of wireless communication
• Join a newly established research center with strong academic and industrial collaboration
• Competitive salary package with housing allowance, relocation support, and medical insurance
• Home‑leave travel allowance and educational subsidies for dependents
• Strong opportunities for patents, publications, and international research recognition
• Be part of the UAE's strategic leadership in advanced wireless technology and digital innovation

Employer: New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD)