Research Associate: RF Design & BD-RIS Prototyping (Hybrid)

Imperial Enterprise; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

39 days off a year

Generous pension

Job summary

Imperial College London is seeking a Research Associate in RF design and prototyping of reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, based at South Kensington Campus in London with hybrid working arrangements. The role is funded by UKRI and runs through 2028 with potential extension.

The successful candidate will design and prototype beyond-diagonal RIS using impedance networks and metasurfaces, contribute to publications, and collaborate with our research team on next-generation wireless technologies.

Qualifications

• PhD in RF design, modelling, and prototyping with strong publication record.
• Candidates near completion may be appointed as Research Assistant.
• Experience in a research environment and refereed journals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct RF design research and prototyping.
• Identify techniques and apparatus for data collection and analysis.
• Maintain accurate records and write reports for sponsors.
• Present findings at conferences and submit publications.
• Provide guidance to staff and students.
• Attend relevant workshops and conferences as necessary.

Skills

RF design

Modelling

Prototyping

Antenna design/measurement

Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces

Education

PhD in RF design or related field

Tools

Microwave measurement equipment

Job description

Imperial College London is seeking a Research Associate in RF design and prototyping of reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, based at South Kensington Campus in London with hybrid working arrangements. The role is funded by UKRI and runs through 2028 with potential extension.

The successful candidate will design and prototype beyond-diagonal RIS using impedance networks and metasurfaces, contribute to publications, and collaborate with our research team on next-generation wireless technologies.