Researcher

The Communication Systems Division of the CTTC is searching for interested candidates in a Researcher position for its Advanced Signal and Information Processing (ASIP) Department.

The ASIP Department conducts fundamental and applied research on signal processing and communications, including algorithmic development, theoretical analysis and hardware development. For more information about the department, please refer to http://systems.cttc.es/advanced-signal-and-information-processing/. The candidate will join our team and work on the application of machine learning techniques in wireless communications. The candidate is expected to have a strong background in the following specialization areas of interest: Signal Processing for Communications, Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics and Processing. The applicant is expected to carry out innovative research on machine learning and signal processing for communications, particularly on radio and cellular communications. Proven experience in coordination/participation in European and other research projects will be highly valued. Proficiency in Matlab and Python will also be valued.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants for Researcher positions must hold a Ph.D. degree in telecommunications, computer science, electrical engineering, or related fields; be capable of conduct independent research and be highly motivated to work in a collaborative environment interacting with researchers as well as technology transfer staff; have excellent track publication record and capacity of attracting competitive funds.. English proficiency is required. Research and industrial work experience, management and participation in international and national R&D projects,  and preparation of research grant proposals such as EC funded programs, is all highly appreciated.

 CONDITIONS

The position is temporary (investigador interino, according to the Spanish national law), with perspective to become permanent. The salary will be determined according to qualifications, work experience and budget availability. Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae, including list of publications, scanned copies of the obtained degree titles and a cover letter stating the motivation and suitability of the candidate. They should also provide the names and addresses of at least two referees. These documents should be sent in PDF format through this online application. CVs and any other information gathered during this process will be handled confidentially.

CTTC

Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya (CTTC), in Castelldefels – Barcelona, is a growing and well-funded research institution fostering excellence and diversity. CTTC offers a highly international environment at an exceptionally attractive location. As a research center in telecommunications technologies CTTC provides a fertile environment for research cooperation and innovation between different disciplines.

CTTC seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.

CTTC is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.

Application Site: http://www.cttc.es/apply/?id=11095