6G Wireless Systems Research Fellow

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University, in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) PREP program, seeks a mid-level engineer to operate a 6G wireless testbed and contribute to end-to-end system development using open-source platforms such as OCUDU. The role emphasizes testing, validation of 3GPP/ORAN specs, and dissemination of results through publications and presentations.

Responsibilities include deploying the testbed, developing CI/CD/CT scripts, conducting RF

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering field with research background in wireless networks.
• Experience with network protocol analyzers, channel emulators, and SDRs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain an end-to-end wireless testbed based on open-source software.
• Develop and deploy CI/CD/CT scripts for experiments.
• Conduct RF and networking experiments relevant to the project.
• Prepare high-quality research reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Ensure results are disseminated through proper channels and publications.

Skills

Protocol analyzers

Channel emulators

Software-defined radios

Communication skills

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git version control

Job description

Johns Hopkins University, in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) PREP program, seeks a mid-level engineer to operate a 6G wireless testbed and contribute to end-to-end system development using open-source platforms such as OCUDU. The role emphasizes testing, validation of 3GPP/ORAN specs, and dissemination of results through publications and presentations.

Responsibilities include deploying the testbed, developing CI/CD/CT scripts, conducting RF