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The Department of System and Space Technology at Luleå University of Technology (LTU) is announcing two doctoral positions in signal processing, focusing on research in next-generation space-ground wireless communication and sensing. We are seeking ambitious and creative candidates with a master's degree in engineering and strong analytical skills who want to contribute to groundbreaking research in this field.
The work will be conducted within the interdisciplinary research center SMART 6GSAT and in collaboration with the Royal Institute of Technology, alongside a broad partnership of companies, authorities, organizations, and regions. The positions are funded through the European Regional Development Fund.
Subject Description
The subject encompasses signal processing, focusing on the development and optimization of algorithms for processing one- and multi-dimensional signals closely related to applications and applied research.
Project Description
For sixth-generation (6G) wireless systems, low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites will be integrated with ground-based systems to achieve global coverage and expand broadband and IoT services to all rural and remote areas, with low latency and high energy efficiency.
To achieve this goal and avoid interference, signals from satellites, ground and base stations, and multiple users need to be integrated energy-efficiently using massive and distributed MIMO, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), and other emerging technologies. Additionally, new objectives beyond traditional communication services, such as integrated sensing (ISAC) and localization, are becoming increasingly important for 6G. The research will be primarily theoretical, but LTU has test beds for potential experiments.
Work Tasks
A doctoral position involves both theoretical and practical work. As a doctoral candidate, you will be trained in scientific work through publishing scientific articles in journals and at national and international conferences. You will also complete mandatory and optional doctoral courses. Additionally, you may have the opportunity to explore teaching roles.
The primary purpose of this research project is to investigate fundamental aspects and methods of communicating, detecting, and localizing using wireless signals between LEO satellites and ground systems in an energy-efficient manner, utilizing concepts like MIMO and RIS.
Research will be conducted at the Department of Signals and Systems at LTU under the supervision of Associate Professor Rickard Nilsson and Professor Jaap van de Beek. Research results will be published in leading journals and conferences, preparing you for a career in both academia and industry.
Qualifications
To be eligible for a doctoral position, you must have a master's degree in engineering or equivalent in signal processing, wireless communication, or mathematics. The research will focus on signals at the physical layer but may also include aspects of media access control and network layers. The research is expected to employ methodologies from signal processing, communication theory, mathematics, wave propagation, electromagnetics, optimization, machine learning, and networking.
Strong documented experience in these areas is meritorious, especially if you have published your work. Candidates should have excellent English proficiency, both verbally and in writing.
A master's degree awarded within the last five years is a good qualification. Candidates who received their degree earlier may also be considered if there are special reasons, such as various types of statutory leave.
Information
The doctoral position is time-limited to 4 years, located in Luleå, Sweden, with the possibility of extension up to one year corresponding to time spent on teaching or other institutional services. Start date will be by agreement.
For further information about the doctoral position, please contact Associate Professor Rickard Nilsson, +46 920-49 1594,
[email protected], or Professor Jaap van de Beek, +46 920-49 3383,
[email protected]