Doctoral Researcher in Electromagnetic Compatibility

Unist; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Participation in the iSense training programme

Descripción de la vacante

Unist in Barcelona invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher position focused on monitoring electromagnetic emissions from large photovoltaic installations. The role includes conducting experimental measurements, data analysis, and collaborating with international partners.

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field and have strong programming and mathematical skills. The position includes full-time employment with necessary training and opportunities for international collaboration.

Formación

• Master's degree required in a relevant field.
• Strong mathematical skills for signal processing and statistics.
• Good programming skills, especially in Python and/or MATLAB.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct experimental measurements and data analysis.
• Develop and validate monitoring methodologies.
• Collaborate with academic and industrial partners.

Conocimientos

Electromagnetic compatibility

RF measurements

Python programming

MATLAB programming

C++ knowledge

Signal processing

Data analysis

Educación

Master's degree in Electronics Engineering

Herramientas

General-purpose electronic instrumentation

RF measurement equipment

Descripción del empleo

Offer Description

Applications are invited for one Doctoral Researcher / MSCA Doctoral Candidate position at EMC Barcelona within the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska‑Curie Doctoral Network iSense – European Doctoral Network on In‑Situ Monitoring of Electromagnetic Interference.

The selected candidate will work on the doctoral research subproject “Monitoring electromagnetic emissions from large photovoltaic installations” (DC15). The position focuses on developing innovative test and measurement solutions for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) assessment, with particular emphasis on monitoring, analysing, and interpreting electromagnetic emissions from large‑scale photovoltaic systems operating under real installation conditions.

The research will contribute to the development of more agile, flexible, and intelligent EMC assessment methods by combining measurement instrumentation, RF techniques, signal and data processing, and electromagnetic interference analysis. The work will address the practical challenges associated with in‑situ EMC measurements, in which large installations cannot be easily assessed under conventional laboratory conditions, and the surrounding electromagnetic environment plays a significant role in interpreting the results.

The Doctoral Researcher will join EMC Barcelona’s research and development activities in test and measurement technologies. The work will involve experimental measurements, data analysis, development and validation of monitoring methodologies, and collaboration with academic and industrial partners within the iSense network. The position may also involve meetings with international partners and limited travel for secondments, training activities, workshops and conferences.

The selected candidate will be employed full‑time by EMC Barcelona and enrolled as a doctoral candidate at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, subject to admission. The candidate will benefit from the iSense training programme, which includes scientific training, transferable skills activities, secondments, and participation in network‑wide events.

The gross remuneration will follow the rules of the Marie Skłodowska‑Curie Doctoral Networks, including the living allowance and mobility allowance, and, where applicable, family allowance. The net amount will depend on Spanish tax and social security regulations, as well as the candidate’s personal situation.

Applicants must comply with the MSCA Doctoral Candidate eligibility rules, including doctoral candidate status, the mobility rule, and English‑language proficiency. At the recruitment date, applicants must not already hold a doctoral degree and must hold a Master’s degree or an equivalent qualification that provides access to doctoral studies in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Where to apply

E‑mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Technical background and/or clear research interest in electromagnetic compatibility, RF measurements, signal and data processing, sensors, measurement techniques, antenna theory, electronics design, or related fields. Familiarity with general‑purpose electronic instrumentation and RF measurement equipment is expected.

Good programming skills required, particularly in Python and/or MATLAB. Knowledge of C++ will be considered an asset. Experience with instrument control, automated test benches, data acquisition, or measurement automation will be highly valued.

Strong mathematical skills for signal processing and statistics, ability to formulate research questions, design experiments, analyse measurement data, and implement technical solutions. Previous experience in EMC, participation in research or technology‑transfer projects, and authorship of conference or journal papers will be considered positively.

Good written and oral communication skills in English, ability to work independently and in a collaborative research environment, and motivation to contribute actively to an international doctoral network.

Eligibility

Applicants must not already hold a doctoral degree at the time of recruitment. They must hold a Master’s degree or an equivalent qualification that provides access to doctoral studies by the recruitment date.

Applicants must comply with the MSCA mobility rule. At the time of selection by the host organisation, candidates must not have resided or carried out their main activity, including work or studies, in Spain for more than 12 months during the 3 years immediately prior to recruitment. Short stays, such as holidays, are not considered.

Applicants must demonstrate sufficient proficiency in written and spoken English to participate successfully in doctoral training activities, conduct research, prepare scientific and technical documentation, and communicate within an international research network.

The selected candidate must be eligible for admission to a doctoral programme at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, subject to the university’s admission requirements.

Selection process

Applications will be reviewed to verify that candidates meet the formal MSCA eligibility criteria and the requirements of the position. Eligible applications will be assessed based on the candidate’s academic background, technical skills, research potential, motivation, and expected fit with the doctoral project and the iSense network.

Preselected candidates will be contacted by EMC Barcelona for an interview. The final selection will be made based on the candidates’ ranking, taking into account scientific merit, suitability for the project, and the principles of equal opportunity, gender equality, and inclusion.