PhD in Information Theory: Sensing, Robustness & Security

Eindhoven University of Technology; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Parental leave

Holiday allowance

Year-end bonus

Generous leave

Job summary

PhD researcher position at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Information and Communication Theory Lab within the Electrical Engineering Department. The project, funded by NWO via a Vidi grant, focuses on information theoretic foundations of sensing systems with emphasis on robustness and security.

The candidate will work on topics in information theory, sensing, and related areas, with the final topic set in consultation with the PI, and will participate in research and teaching

Qualifications

• MSc degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related fields.
• Strong interest in research on information theory (Shannon theory or network information theory).
• Strong mathematical background, particularly in probability and statistics.
• Coursework or research experience in information theory is required. Knowledge of statistical signal processing and/or radar processing is a plus.
• Proficiency in English (C1 level).

Responsibilities

• Work on information theory, sensing and related areas as part of the ICT Lab.
• Explore topics in information theory and sensing; topic determined in consultation with the PI.
• Participate in research and teaching activities of the PI’s research group.

Skills

Strong interest in information theory

Strong mathematical background

Proficiency in English (C1)

Education

MSc degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related fields

Job description

PhD researcher position at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Information and Communication Theory Lab within the Electrical Engineering Department. The project, funded by NWO via a Vidi grant, focuses on information theoretic foundations of sensing systems with emphasis on robustness and security.

The candidate will work on topics in information theory, sensing, and related areas, with the final topic set in consultation with the PI, and will participate in research and teaching