Institute for Communication Systems

Location: Guildford
Salary: £42,155 per annum  
Fixed Term
Post Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 03 March 2023
Reference: 006023

The Institute for Communication Systems (ICS) home of the 5G/6G Innovation Centre (5G/6GIC) is looking to recruit 2 research fellows in 6G networking and Network Management

These posts will work on “TUDOR” (Towards Ubiquitous 3D Open Resilient Network), an exciting new research project aiming to solve many societal, environmental and economic grand challenges such as the digital divide and energy efficiency by advanced technology innovations in open telecommunications systems.

The posts will conduct research in 6G networking and network management. Specifically, it includes (but not limited to): 6G open networking, flexible integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), network function disaggregation, network resilience and AI-driven network automation.

The involved activities will include both theoretical research and experiments based on Surrey’s world-leading network testing facilities. The project will provide rich research collaboration opportunities with world-leading research institutes, industry, and regulation bodies. The research will be carried out using a combination of mathematical modelling, computer simulations, machine learning algorithm design and testbed implementation.

ICS is the largest academic research institute in Europe specialising in all aspects of ICT (Information and Communication Technologies). It is home to over 200 researchers with expertise in all communication and broadcasting systems and has developed the best in class large scale testbeds for research and innovation and enjoys the state-of-the-art lab and computing facilities.

Established in 2012, 5GIC is the world’s first dedicated centre in researching end-to-end aspects of 5G and works closely with national and international leading academic institutes and key industrial partners. In November 2020, 6GIC was officially launched with parallel research undertaken in both 5G+ and 6G for 2030+.

5G (and beyond) mobile networking, space networking including satellite and UAV,  network management and orchestration, AI-driven network automation, simulation and testbed experiences. C/C++ programming skills are essential.

The candidates will need to be able to work within a team of researchers.

For informal enquiries please contact: Prof. Ning Wang n.wang@surrey.ac.uk.

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In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.