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KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Research Leader in Wireless Networks

2025-02-14 (Europe/Stockholm)
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Since its founding in 1827, KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering un...

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Job description

This is a senior position where researcher is expected to coordinate/lead research activities within a new research center (SMART 6G SAT) in Communication Systems Division, take leading roles in international projects, conduct world-class scientific research, publish in leading journals and conferences, and supervise Ms and PhD students.
Researcher will work on wireless network design and optimization, specifically focusing on data driven, AI assisted resource management. Machine learning and model-based optimization tools will be used together for dynamic resource allocation considering both cloud processing and radio resources. Current research topics include but are not limited to the following:
(1) Novel network architectures and Open RAN, (2) Joint communication, computation and sensing, (3) Integrated satellite and terrestrial networks and 3D network resource management. Results will be presented in high impact scientific publications.
 

What we offer

  • A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
  • Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
  • Work in Stockholm , in close proximity to nature
  • Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

Read more about what it's like to work at KTH and our benefits.

Qualifications

Requirements

  • A doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent foreign degree 
  • Excellent proficiency in English
  • At least one year experience as a research leader/manager/supervisor

Preferred qualifications

  • Research expertise in Wireless Networks 
  • Teaching ability in Wireless Networks
  • The ability to follow new research trends and develop ideas and problem formulations independently.
  • Experience of developing and leading activities and staff in a research group.
  • Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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Contact information to trade union representatives.

To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply for this position. You are responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad. 

The application must include:

  1. CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
  2. Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
  3. Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The employment is valid until further notice (permanent post) according to agreement.
The employment begins with a six-month probationary period.

Other information

Striving towards gender equality, diversity and equal conditions is both a question of quality for KTH and a given part of our values.

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Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence

About KTH

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities, as well as a key centre of intellectual talent and innovation. We are Sweden’s largest technical research and learning institution and home to students, researchers and faculty from around the world. Our research and education covers a wide area including natural sciences and all branches of engineering, as well as architecture, industrial management, urban planning, history and philosophy. Read more here

Type of employment: Permanent position
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: As agreed
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100%
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: J-2024-3492
Contact:
  1. Cicek Cavdar, Associate professor, cavdar@kth.se
  2. Anna Olanås Jansson, HR, annaoj@kth.se
Published: 2024-12-19
Last application date: 2025-02-14

Job details

Title
Research Leader in Wireless Networks
Location
Brinellvägen 8 Stockholm, Sweden
Published
2024-12-19
Application deadline
2025-02-14 23:59 (Europe/Stockholm)
2025-02-14 23:59 (CET)
Job type
PhD
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