Postdoc in information theory

AcademicTransfer; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

8.3% year-end bonus

29 days annual leave (41 with flexible

ABP pension (employer 70%)

Training programs

On-campus child care

Wellbeing support (OpenUp)

Commuting/internet cost allowances

TU/e Postdoc Association

Job summary

Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral researcher position in the Information Theory and Applications group within the Electrical Engineering Department. The project focuses on information-theoretic foundations of sensing systems with emphasis on robustness and security.

The successful candidate will develop an independent research line while collaborating with the PI and the research group, contributing to high-impact publications and

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related fields.
• Research experience in information theory (Shannon theory or network information theory). Knowledge of statistical signal processing and/or radar processing is a plus.
• Strong track record of high-quality research publications in peer reviewed journals and international conferences (e.g., IEEE Trans. Information Theory, ISIT and ITW).
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent research line under the supervision of the PI in ICT Lab.
• Collaborate with the PI and ICT Lab members on information-theoretic problems.
• Publish results in high-quality journals and present at international conferences.

Skills

PhD required

Information theory

Shannon theory

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering or related fields

Job description

Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e)

Organisation/Company Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) Research Field Engineering » Electrical engineering Engineering » Communication engineering Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Application Deadline 20 Dec 2026 - 22:59 (UTC) Country Netherlands Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Not Applicable Hours Per Week 38.0 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

We are recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to work on information theory and applications with Dr. Hamdi Joudeh. This is a full-time position for two years in the Information and Communication Theory (ICT) Lab within the Electrical Engineering (EE) Department at TU/e.

Information

The successful candidate will work on a project funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO) through a Vidi grant. The project is concerned with the information theoretic foundations of sensing systems, with an emphasis on robustness and security. The goal is to establish fundamental performance limits and trade-offs; and provide guiding principles for the design of future systems.

The position offers considerable scope for exploring problems in information theory, sensing and related areas. The specific topic of research will be determined in consultation with the PI (Dr. Hamdi Joudeh), taking into account the interests and expertise of the successful candidate. The successful candidate is expected to develop an independent line of research, while working closely with the PI and participating in the activities of the PI’s research group.

• PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related fields.
• Research experience in information theory (Shannon theory or network information theory). Knowledge of statistical signal processing and/or radar processing is a plus.
• Strong track record of high-quality research publications in peer reviewed journals and international conferences (e.g., IEEE Trans. Information Theory, ISIT and ITW).
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).

Additional Information

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station.

In addition, we offer you:

• In addition to your base salary, you will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus, both calculated based on your annual gross base salary.
• Generous leave options: a standard 29 days (based on a 38 hour working week) per year that you can increase to 41 days by working two hours more per week (flexible working hours). This is prorated if you work part-time.
• As a TU/e employee, you participate in the ABP pension scheme, providing retirement pension and pension benefits for surviving dependents and occupational disability. TU/e pays 70% of the pension premium, while employees contribute the remaining 30%.
• High-quality training programs on general skills, didactics and topics related to research and valorization.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, and on-campus children's day care.
• We support your wellbeing with free 24/7 access to OpenUp, providing you and your family with mental health support, expert guidance, and online training.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A TU/e Postdoc Association that helps you to build a stronger and broader academic and personal network, and offers tailored support, training and workshops.

Additional comments

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the hiring manager dr. Hamdi Joudeh, Associate Professor, at [e-mail] .

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