Postdoc RA: Radio Frequency Fingerprinting via ML

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate in RF fingerprinting and ML to advance AI hardware acceleration. You will work with a team of researchers, access state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and contribute to high‑impact work published in journals and conferences.

Applicants should have a PhD (or near completion) in signal processing or ML, strong Python and PyTorch skills, and a track record of research excellence in related areas. The role is based in Sydney, Australia.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in signal processing or machine learning.
• PhD or near completion in related field.
• Experience developing ML models using Python and PyTorch.
• Expertise in RF fingerprinting or related areas is a plus.

Responsibilities

• deliver outcomes in a research project and ensure that milestones are met
• work with colleagues and postgraduates within the project
• prepare materials for publications in journals and conferences
• collaborate with industry partners and leaders in the field of radio frequency fingerprinting.

Skills

Signal processing

Machine learning

Analytical skills

Education

PhD (or near completion) in signal processing, machine learning or related field

Tools

Python

PyTorch

Job description

• Opportunity to advance research in AI Hardware Acceleration
• Base Salary $93,424 - $125,896 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Sydney is seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to an exciting project focused on the challenge of creating robust radio frequency fingerprinting (RFF) systems using machine learning. The successful candidate will have significant experience in signal processing or machine learning, and an outstanding track record in conducting research. You will join a team of researchers that are pushing the boundaries on this topic. You will have access to our state-of-the-art equipment and facilities and connect with leading researchers worldwide.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• deliver outcomes in a research project and ensure that milestones are met
• work with colleagues and postgraduates within the project
• prepare materials for publications in journals and conferences
• collaborate with industry partners and leaders in the field of radio frequency fingerprinting.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Radio Frequency Fingerprinting using Machine Learning who has:

• strong experience in signal processing, machine learning or a related field
• a PhD (or near completion) in signal processing, machine learning or a related field
• experience in the development of machine learning models using Python and pytorch
• expertise in two or more of the following technical areas: implementation of signal processing systems, data collection for machine learning, wireless physical layer, radio electronics, explainable AI
• strong problem solving and analytical skills.

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Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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