PhD position on the generic energy model for ISAC-based sensing and health monitoring

This specific position focuses on using the ISAC spectrum/system resources responsibly, to enable sustainable, energy-efficient and low carbon footprint ISAC for our specific use cases of health monitoring and BEYOND.

The goal of this position is to develop and validate a generic energy model incorporating the system topology and configuration as well as beamforming techniques used, tailored for representing the resources required for dynamic communication and sensing tasks.

The expected output of this position is the creation and maintenance of a dataset, and the design of a generic energy model.

Requirements

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and curiosity-driven researcher;

• You have a master’s degree in electrical engineering: radio systems, telecommunication or radar, applied electromagnetics, signal processing, or other relevant field;
• You are interested in radio waves/signal/system relevant hardware, software, modelling, simulations, and/or algorithms (signal/data AI or ML);
• Self-sufficient but also collaborative, highly motivated and responsible, with interpersonal skills to work in an international team;
• You are proficient in English;
• Holding international publication is a plus;
• Specific MSCA eligibility rules.

Conditions of employment

• As a PhD candidate at UT, you will be appointed to a full-time position for four years, with a qualifier in the first year, within a very stimulating and exciting scientific environment;
• The University offers a dynamic ecosystem with enthusiastic colleagues;
• Your salary and associated conditions are in accordance with the collective labour agreement for Dutch universities (CAO-NU);
• You will receive a gross monthly salary ranging from € 2.901,- (first year) to € 3.707,- (fourth year);
• There are excellent benefits including a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%, and a solid pension scheme;
• The flexibility to work (partially) from home;
• A minimum of 232 leave hours in case of full-time employment based on a formal workweek of 38 hours. A fulltime employment in practice means 40 hours a week, therefore resulting in 96 extra leave hours on an annual basis.
• Free access to sports facilities on campus
• A family-friendly institution that offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid);
• You will have a training programme as part of the Twente Graduate School where you and your supervisors will determine a plan for a suitable education and supervision;
• We encourage a high degree of responsibility and independence while collaborating with close colleagues, researchers and other staff.

Department

The Department of Electrical Engineering turns science fiction into reality WITH ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING. Learn to devise high-tech solutions to practical problems and shape the world of the future with us.

Additional information

Are you interested in this position? Please send your application via the 'Apply now' button below before February 1, 2025, and include:

• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages A4), emphasizing your specific interest, qualifications, and motivations to apply for this position.
• A Curriculum Vitae, including a list of all courses attended and grades obtained, and, if applicable, a list of publications and references.
• An IELTS-test, Internet TOEFL test (TOEFL-iBT), or a Cambridge CAE-C (CPE). Applicants with a non-Dutch qualification and who have not had secondary and tertiary education in English can only be admitted with an IELTS-test showing a total band score of at least 6.5, internet. TOEFL test (TOEFL-iBT) showing a score of at least 90, or a Cambridge CAE-C (CPE).

For more information regarding these positions, you are welcome to contact secretary Lillian Hannink via the following email address: e.m.hannink@utwente.nl or view the website of SMARTTEST