Post-doctoral researcher in GNSS Signal Processing – 18-month fixed-term contract

Karlstad University; Nantes; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Partial working from home

Public transport paid for

Social benefits

Résumé du poste

IMT Atlantique invites applications for a Post-doctoral researcher in GNSS Signal Processing to join the Mathematical and Electrical Engineering department in Nantes. The role centers on analyzing jamming/spoofing threats, modeling complex GNSS signals, and developing adaptive spatio-temporal processing techniques.

The successful candidate will collaborate with ARKANE and industry partners, publish results, and contribute to scientific dissemination while working in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Skills in signal processing (spatio-temporal, filtering, detection) and in modeling/simulation.
• Experience in scientific programming (Python, MATLAB, Julia, or equivalent) and good knowledge of GNSS systems (GPS, Galileo).
• Demonstrates scientific rigor, autonomy, and strong analytical and writing skills in scientific English.
• PhD obtained within the last 3 years in signal processing, telecommunications, or a related field.

Responsabilités

• Analyze the state of the art of jamming and spoofing threats affecting GNSS systems.
• Model and simulate realistic GNSS and interference signals; define antenna array geometries.
• Design and implement spatio-temporal signal processing methods and adaptive algorithms for interference detection.

Connaissances

Signal processing

Scientific programming

GNSS knowledge

Team collaboration

Formation

PhD

Outils

Python

MATLAB

Julia

Description du poste

Post-doctoral researcher in GNSS Signal Processing – 18-month fixed-term contract

Internationally recognized generalist engineering school of the IMT (Institut Mines-Télécom), leading French engineering school (Technological University), IMT Atlantique aims to support transitions, train responsible engineers, and use scientific excellence to serve teaching, research and innovation.

As part of the project "GNSS signal reception on multi-sensor antennas and jammer rejection," which aims to improve the robustness of GNSS reception systems (GPS, Galileo) against jamming and spoofing threats for ArianeGroup's needs, we are recruiting a post-doctoral researcher within our Mathematical and Electrical Engineering (MEE) department.

Under the functional responsibility of Thierry CHONAVEL and Abdeldjalil AISSA EL BEY, and in collaboration with the project team and the company ARKANE, you will analyze the state of the art of jamming and spoofing threats affecting GNSS systems. You will be in charge of modeling and simulating realistic GNSS and interference signals by defining suitable antenna array geometries. Your missions will also include the design and implementation of spatio-temporal signal processing methods, comparing classical approaches with hybrid techniques integrating artificial intelligence. Finally, you will develop adaptive algorithms to ensure interference detection in dynamic environments and actively participate in the scientific dissemination of the results.

• You have skills in signal processing (spatio-temporal, filtering, detection) and in modeling/simulation.
• You have experience in scientific programming (Python, MATLAB, Julia, or equivalent) and a good knowledge of GNSS systems (GPS, Galileo).
• You demonstrate scientific rigor, autonomy, and possess strong analytical and synthesis capabilities. You enjoy working in a team within a collaborative environment and have excellent writing skills as well as a high level of scientific English.
• The ideal candidate must hold a PhD (obtained within the last 3 years) in signal processing, telecommunications, or a related field.

WHY JOIN US :

• Friendly working environment in a small, dynamic team
• Stimulating innovation ecosystem (startups, students, research, companies)
• Collaboration with renowned research organizations
• Collaboration with industry

THE PLUS

• Partial working from home possible
• Public transport paid for
• Wide range of social benefits

SALARY INFORMATION:

Base salary: 35800 € gross per year, commensurate with profile and experience (public sector benefits from lower employee social security contributions).

Start of the contract : 01/02/2027

Interviews : real-time

Legal Notices :

• Nature and Duration of the Contract: Fixed-term contract (CDD) of 18 months under public law or secondment for civil servants, renewable.
• Internal Use Only:
  • Job Category: II P
• The positions offered are open to all applicants, with accommodations available upon request for candidates with disabilities.
• This position is open to civil servants and/or contract employees.
• Any application may be subject to an administrative investigation.

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Post-doctoral researcher in GNSS Signal Processing – 18-month fixed-term contract

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