Spectrum & 6G Standardization Researcher (Hybrid)

Ericsson GmbH; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson Inc. in Santa Clara, CA, seeks a Researcher to join the Advanced Development and Research team within Ericsson Research, focusing on spectrum regulations and standardization for 5G to 6G.

You will collaborate across international teams and contribute to ITU-R, FCC, and 3GPP discussions, developing novel concepts and policies to unlock new spectrum globally. The role requires a PhD or MSc in Electrical/Computer Engineering, strong knowledge of radio and signal processing, and experience

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, focus on radio and physical layer aspects of wireless communication.
• Knowledge of mobile networks with strong radio & signal processing foundation.
• Experience with coexistence and spectrum sharing concepts, including simulations & theoretical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within an international team of standardization colleagues and researchers to develop novel solutions for future mobile networks.
• Develop research strategies and drive standardization efforts, including spectrum requirements for evolution of 5G toward 6G in ITU-R, FCC, and 3GPP.
• Conduct research, generate simulation results, and produce written contributions in spectrum standards, regulations, and coexistence.
• Evaluate internal and external standardization proposals and coordinate positions with stakeholders across research, development, and product teams.
• Represent Ericsson in ITU-R, FCC, NTIA, and 3GPP meetings, as well as in university collaborations and customer engagements.
• Manage and contribute to industry-related interactions within Ericsson, including product lines, development units, and ecosystem partners.
• Communicate findings and results clearly — a key and valued aspect of this role.

Skills

PhD/MSc in E&E or CE

Radio & physical layer wireless

Coexistence & spectrum sharing

Analytical thinking

Decision making & initiative

Collaboration & communication

Public speaking

Willingness to travel

Standards & regulatory familiarity (e"

Education

PhD or MSc in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Ericsson Inc. in Santa Clara, CA, seeks a Researcher to join the Advanced Development and Research team within Ericsson Research, focusing on spectrum regulations and standardization for 5G to 6G.

You will collaborate across international teams and contribute to ITU-R, FCC, and 3GPP discussions, developing novel concepts and policies to unlock new spectrum globally. The role requires a PhD or MSc in Electrical/Computer Engineering, strong knowledge of radio and signal processing, and experience