Research Associate / Senior Research Associate / Research Fellow in Non-Terrestrial Networks

Economicsnetwork; Bristol; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research opportunity awaits you at a forward-thinking institution, where you will engage in cutting-edge non-terrestrial network (NTN) research aimed at shaping the future of 6G technology. As part of a dynamic team, you will explore novel network architectures and intelligent algorithms that enhance performance and resilience in integrated TN/NTN environments. Your expertise in AI/ML, combined with a solid foundation in communication protocols, will be pivotal in driving impactful research outcomes. Join us in creating solutions that redefine connectivity and empower diverse perspectives in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in scientific publications related to networking.
• Strong technical background in communication network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on AI/ML solutions for telecommunication networks.
• Develop algorithms for context-aware traffic steering between TN and NTN.

Skills

AI/ML solutions

C++ programming

Python programming

communication network protocols

network management and control

mathematics for optimization

Education

PhD in relevant field

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

The role

The Smart Internet Lab is looking for one highly motivated, enthusiastic researcher, with a passion for non-terrestrial network (NTN) research towards 6G. The targeted research topics include but are not limited to: network architecture design for NTN and terrestrial network (TN) convergence, intelligent traffic steering algorithms between TN and NTN, orchestration of TN/NTN resources for end-to-end performance assurance, and also network resilience through seamless network protection and recovery techniques in integrated TN/NTN environments.

What will you be doing?

You will undertake research on innovative AI/ML solutions and their trustworthiness, and carry out experimental/proof-of-concept implementation work for future telecommunication networks in one or more of the following fields:

• Novel network architecture design for TN/NTN convergence
• Intelligent algorithms and mechanisms for context-aware traffic steering between TN and NTN
• TN/NTN orchestration solutions for end-to-end service assurance and resource efficiency with predictable and unpredictable dynamicity
• Resilience solutions in integrated TN/NTN environments

You should apply if

You have experience and proven track record of

• Relevant scientific publications or relevant experience
• Solid technical background and experiences in communication network protocols
• Extensive knowledge on network management and control
• Previous experiences in simulation-based experiments in networking research
• Strong mathematics background for optimization and analytical modelling of complex systems

Programming languages including C++/Python and script languages

Additional information

For informal queries please contact: Professor Ning Wang - [e-mail]

To find out more about what it's like to work in the Faculty of Engineering, and how the Faculty supports people to achieve their potential, please see our staff blog:

https://engineering.blogs.bristol.ac.uk/category/engineering-includes-me/

Contract type: Open ended with fixed funding until 31/3/2026

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time Sunday 18th May.

Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 4th June.

Our strategy and mission

We recently launched ourstrategyto 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values.

The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in aninclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential.We wantto attract, develop, and retain individualswith different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.

£38,249 to £55,755 per annum, Grade: I / J / K