The group of Radio Systems (RS) within the University of Twente (UT) has a vacancy for a PhD candidate with the aim to define the system-level requirements for joint communication and sensing (JCAS) for future 6G networks.
This position is embedded in the Program Line 1 of intelligent components, within the framework of the large-scale Dutch national growthfund for FNS (Future Network Services). Join the frontier of innovation in 6G: the future of mobile networks technology! A unique Dutch alliance, comprising 60 leading ICT businesses, mobile operators, semiconductor manufacturers and research institutions, have united to spearhead the development of specific aspects of 6G: Software antennas, AI-driven network software, and groundbreaking 6G applications. Join us as a PhD student in this prestigious Future Network Services (FNS) flagship project, where research and entrepreneurial pursuits converge.
For the background of the RS position, with the advancement of radio communication networks and devices, the use of FR2/FR3/aggregated wide bandwidth as well as a larger number of antenna array elements and beamforming make it possible for high accuracy localization and sensing. On the one hand, integrating high resolution radar sensing to high-speed communication systems could make the wireless connectivity more reliable, such as achieving blockage prevention; on the other hand, telecommunication infrastructure that is capable of multi-task sensing (e.g., environment mapping, detection, localization and tracking, pose recognition, vital sign estimation) could also enable vertical services like remote health monitoring and autonomous driving. JCAS is the main enabler for future 6G networks, and has draw continuous attentions from industry and academia.
Under the context of JCAS, the PhD candidate will focus on devising novel dual-scenario beamforming concepts. The devised beamforming technology shall be able to identify and investigate duplexing techniques and architectures suitable for JCAS, such as full-duplex or sub-band full-duplex through system-wide spatial and frequency distributed filtering concepts for high Tx-Rx isolation. The beamforming technology shall also enable the synthesizing of proper radiation patterns over very large frequency band and within wide scanning area, when using different waveforms in different transmit channels. As a basis, OFDM and OTFS waveform families could be used.
Information and application
Are you interested to be part of our team? Please send your application before February 15, 2023 via the "apply now" button and include:
- a cover letter (maximum 1 page A4), emphasizing your specific interest, qualifications, experiences relevant to the position, motivations to apply for this position;
- a detailed CV (resume) including a list of all courses attended and grades acquired, references and, if applicable, a publication list.
- A short description (maximum 1 page A4) of your MSc research.
- An assessment is part of the selection procedure.
Additional information about this position can be acquired from Prof. Dr. A.B.J. Kokkeler (a.b.j.kokkeler@utwente.nl ) and Dr. Y. Miao (y.miao@utwente.nl).
About the organisation
The faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) uses mathematics, electronics and computer technology to contribute to the development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). With ICT present in almost every device and product we use nowadays, we embrace our role as contributors to a broad range of societal activities and as pioneers of tomorrow's digital society. As part of a people-first tech university that aims to shape society, individuals and connections, our faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad, and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. Our research has a high profile both in the Netherlands and internationally. It has been accommodated in three multidisciplinary UT research institutes: Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Centre and Digital Society Institute.
