Research Fellow in THz Communications (Hub in All-Spectrum Connectivity)

UCL Eastman Dental Institute; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The UCL Eastman Dental Institute is seeking a Research Fellow in THz Communications. The successful candidate will perform experiments in advanced wireless communications and contribute to innovative research in photonics. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, enhancing your research career.

Benefits

41 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Additional leave purchase scheme

Defined benefit pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

Relocation support

On-site gym

Enhanced parental leave

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• PhD or near completion in relevant field.
• Research track record in photonics/wireless communication.
• Experience with RF, THz, or optical communication systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments and modeling in THz communications.
• Extend the experimental testbed for THz communications.
• Develop comprehensive modeling capabilities across frequencies.

Skills

Photonics

Wireless communication systems

Programming (MATLAB, Python)

Optical and RF test equipment

Education

PhD in Photonics, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science

Job description

Research Fellow in THz Communications (Hub in All-Spectrum Connectivity), London

Job Details

• Location: London, United Kingdom
• Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 7a0dd54c4eef
• Job Views: 19
• Posted: 22.06.2025
• Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

About the Role

The UCL Photonics Group is contributing expertise and facilities in photonically enabled THz communications (wireless communications at frequencies between GHz and 10 THz) to HASC. The postholder will conduct experiments and modeling in these areas, focusing on the spectral range from – GHz.

This involves extending the experimental testbed for THz communications, enabling studies of bi-directional links, MIMO, networking, interference, and multi-user scenarios. Experiments will also measure THz wireless channel characteristics and characterize reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RISs) developed by HASC partners.

The candidate will contribute to developing a comprehensive modeling capability across frequencies, providing insights into component characteristics, link budget calculations, and digital signal processing techniques for THz communications.

The position is initially available until 30th April, with potential for further funding. Salary ranges from £44,000 to £46,000 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should have a PhD (or near completion) in Photonics, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science, with a research track record in photonics and/or wireless communication systems. Experience with optical and RF test equipment and programming (MATLAB, Python) is essential. Experience with RF, THz, or optical communication systems is desirable.

If the candidate has not yet received their PhD, they will be appointed as a Research Assistant (Grade 6B) with a salary of £38,000 to £41,000, backdated upon PhD completion.

Application Process & Benefits

• Apply via the 'Apply Now' button
• Application deadline: 24th June, 23:59
• Contact Prof Alwyn Seeds and Dr Martyn Fice for informal inquiries; Rebecca Thomas for application questions

Benefits

• 41 days holiday (including bank holidays and closure days)
• Additional leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Relocation support
• On-site gym
• Enhanced parental leave
• Employee assistance program