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Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences create a unique environment for multidisciplinary, inspirational and high-impact research and education. Our universities community has its competitive edges in technology, health and society. www.tuni.fi/en The Electrical Engineering unit at the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences, Tampere University, invites applications for a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA) Doctoral Candidate position in integrated circuits and signal processing for large-array transceivers in next-generation communication systems. The position is part of the EU-funded MSCA Doctoral Network ANCHOR and corresponds to Doctoral Candidate. The successful candidate will contribute to advancing energy-efficient, high-performance communication systems for next-generation wireless infrastructures. About the ANCHOR Doctoral Network ANCHOR is an EU-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network that brings together leading universities and industry partners to train 15 doctoral candidates in next-generation communication technologies. The network addresses key challenges in future wireless infrastructures — including spectrum harmonization, 3D coverage, mobility, latency, capacity, and energy efficiency — by advancing integrated solutions across radio, THz, and optical domains. Through interdisciplinary research, international secondments, and structured cross-sectoral training, ANCHOR equips its doctoral candidates with strong theoretical foundations and practical expertise to drive innovation in Europe’s future telecommunications landscape. More information about ANCHOR network can be found here. Job Description The research focuses on developing signal processing concepts and energy-efficient, high-performance integrated circuit architectures for large-array transceivers in future communication systems, with emphasis on beamforming, near-field, and advanced receiver signal processing. The Doctoral Candidate will: Develop and validate signal processing concepts for efficient large-array systems Design energy-efficient hardware architectures for beamforming Perform system-level modelling and simulations (e.g., MATLAB or similar tools) Design, tape out, and experimentally characterize integrated circuit prototypes Disseminate results through leading international journals and conferences Develop research collaboration with DCs in the Tampere University, ANCHOR network The position includes secondments of 6 months at University College London (UCL) and 4 months at Altice Labs (Portugal), providing direct exposure to both academic and industrial research environments. In addition to research duties, the candidate will complete all doctoral degree requirements at Tampere University, contribute to ANCHOR project deliverables, participate in network-wide training events, and actively disseminate results through scientific and professional channels. High-quality scientific publishing is expected throughout the project. Requirements This position follows the rules of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Networks. To be eligible: The applicant must not hold a PhD degree at the time of recruitment. The applicant must hold a relevant master’s degree by the time the employment begins (start date: 01.08.2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, but no later than 31.12.2026). The applicant may be of any nationality. The applicant must comply with the MSCA mobility rule: they must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Finland for more than 12 cumulative months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date. Compulsory national service, short stays (e.g., holidays), and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention are not considered. In addition, the selected candidate must apply for and be granted the right to pursue doctoral studies at Tampere University. A doctoral candidate must enroll as a doctoral student no later than six months after the start of the contract. Please visit the admissions webpage for more information on the requirements for the same. Formal English language requirements must be fulfilled by the time of enrollment in the doctoral program (not necessarily at the time of applying). Strong written and spoken English skills are essential for success in this position. Desired Skills and Profile We are seeking a highly motivated and research-oriented candidate with a strong interest in integrated circuit design and future communication systems, and a clear ambition to pursue a doctoral degree. The applicant should hold an M.Sc. (or equivalent) in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related discipline. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, open to acquiring new skills, and able to work rigorously and independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative, international research environment. Interest in an academic or industrial research career is highly valued. Experience in one or more of the following areas is considered advantageous, the more, the better. Knowledge in signal processing and system-level modelling Strong skills with numerical modelling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python) Good knowledge in digital circuit and DSP hardware design Strong hands-on skills in ASIC design methodologies (e.g., HDL-based design, simulation, synthesis, place-and-route workflows) Good knowledge in analog circuit design Strong skills in analog/RF circuit design and simulation with tools like Cadence Virtuoso FPGA or RF-SoC prototyping experience Hands-on experience with industry-standard EDA tools (e.g., Cadence, ModelSim or equivalent) is beneficial. We offer The doctoral candidate will be guided by a distinguished and internationally recognized supervisory team, ensuring ambitious, high-quality doctoral training and close mentorship. Doctoral candidate will be co-supervised by Asst. Prof. Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Assoc. Prof. Bo Tan, Prof. Elena Simona Lohan, and Prof. Mikko Valkama, whose complementary expertise spans theoretical innovation and practical impact. Secondments with Prof. Izzat Darwazeh at UCL and the industrial visit at Altice Labs, Portugal, provide direct exposure to leading academic and industrial research environments, forming a strong international platform for scientific excellence and career development. The SoC Hub ecosystem provides an excellent framework to support the IC tape out activities required for this position. The position is based at Tampere University’s Hervanta campus, a major Nordic technology hub offering modern laboratories, advanced research infrastructure, and a collaborative academic community. Comprehensive support services and staff benefits — including occupational health care, flexible working arrangements, sports facilities, and campus restaurants — create excellent conditions for focused research. More information is available at Working at Tampere Universities. We offer a fully funded 36-month fixed-term doctoral position within the MSCA framework. The employment begins on 01.08.2026, or as soon as possible thereafter (no later than 31.12.2026). Salary is determined in accordance with MSCA Doctoral Candidate regulations and the applicable country correction coefficient. The estimated gross monthly salary is approximately €3,950 for a candidate without a family allowance and approximately €4,450 for a candidate with a family (e.g., married, in a recognized relationship, or with dependent children). The position also includes an annual holiday bonus, and salary increments under the Finnish collective labor agreement. Tampere, located between two large lakes, is Finland’s second-largest urban area and a leading Nordic technology hub. The city combines a vibrant innovation ecosystem — particularly strong in ICT and industry — with immediate access to nature and a high quality of life. For more information about Tampere, please visit VisitTampere, Welcome to Tampere and International House Tampere. Finland consistently ranks among the world’s safest and most stable societies and offers a comprehensive public healthcare and social security system, making it an attractive and secure destination for international researchers and their families. For more information about living and working in Finland, please visit InfoFinland and This is Finland.  How to Apply Applications must be submitted through Tampere University’s online recruitment system (application link below). The deadline for applications is 7 April, 2026 at 23:59 (EEST, UTC+2 Finnish time). All application documents must be submitted in English and uploaded in PDF format. Please include the following required documents: Cover letter outlining your motivation for applying, your research interests, and how your background aligns with the position Curriculum vitae (CV) detailing your educational background, relevant technical skills, research experience, publications (if any), and other scientific achievements. Please include contact details for at least two referees Copies of bachelor’s and master’s degree certificates (if available at the time of application) Official transcripts of records for bachelor’s and master’s degrees You may also include additional supporting documents, if relevant (e.g., proof of English proficiency, recommendation letters). For further information about the position, please contact Prof. Vishnu Unnikrishnan or Prof. Mikko Valkama (mikko.valkama@tuni.fi). 

(Ref. No.: ICMS/BS/AAP/03/2026) The University of Macau (UM) is an internationalized research-oriented comprehensive public university in the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) located at the west bank of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). The GBA is rapidly developing into one of the leading technology and innovation hubs of the world. UM is placed No. 145 in the THE World University Rankings and placed No. 285 in the QS World University Rankings. With a scenic campus of approximately 1 km2 on Hengqin island, UM has achieved significant progress in the past decade as evidenced by its rising international repute, state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, and the establishment of three State Key Laboratories in microelectronics, Chinese medical sciences, and internet of things for smart city. To support economic diversification of MSAR and deepen collaboration between MSAR and Guangdong Province in Hengqin island, UM will continue to invest in cutting-edge research and develop interdisciplinary programmes in key strategic areas including precision oncology, advanced materials, regional oceanography, artificial intelligence and robotics, data science, cognitive and brain science and economics and finance. Leveraging its ‘4-in-1’ model of education and residential college system, UM provides all-round undergraduate education, nurturing talent to support social and economic development in MSAR and the GBA as a whole. In addition, UM is currently establishing a campus in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, which is expected to be operational in 2028. With unprecedented growth and development, UM offers a wide range of opportunities for high-calibre talents at all levels to achieve their career goals. It may be noted that English is the working language and the primary medium of instruction at UM. The Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences (ICMS) invites applications for the position of Associate/Assistant Professor in the following disciplines: Bioinformatics Artificial Intelligence for Drug Discovery Big Data Analysis Established in 2002, ICMS is an academic centre of excellence in Chinese medicine as well as biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences in the region. It hosts the State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, as well as Macau Centre for R&D in Chinese Medicine, UM Centre for Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences, UM Macau Centre for Testing of Chinese Medicine and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Over the past decade, the Institute has established an international reputation in conducting high-quality research with special emphasis on Chinese medicine quality research, drug discovery and development, immunopharmacology, systems pharmacology, molecular pharmaceutics and regulatory sciences. It has secured outstanding funding support from both national and regional governments and built long-term strategic collaborations with top academic organizations around the world. More details about the Institute are available at https://sklqrcm.um.edu.mo/. Qualifications (1) PhD/MD degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biomedicine or related disciplines, postdoctoral research experience from globally renowned universities; (2) A distinguished track record of internationally-recognized research publications; (3) both wet lab and dry lab proficiency, or a strong commitment to integrated experimental–computational research and hands on experience working in a biological laboratory, ideally involving immunological, inflammatory, or disease model systems, educational or research background in immunology, inflammation, or related fields. Priority consideration will be given to those with sustained high-quality research/teaching experiences in data science, pharmaceutical science, Chinese medicinal science, or bioinformatics. For Bioinformatics, applicant should have ability to analyze high‑dimensional biological data (e.g., transcriptomics, immunoprofiling, single‑cell data), preferably applied to immunology, inflammation, cancer immunotherapy, infectious diseases, mucosal immunity, or autoimmune/allergic disorders; and experience linking computational findings with experimental validation in the laboratory. For Artificial Intelligence for Drug Discovery, applicant should possess expertise in AI/ML methods applied to drug target identification, molecular design, or mechanism‑of‑action discovery, preferably with applications in immunomodulatory drugs, cancer immunotherapeutics, anti‑inflammatory agents, or anti‑infective compounds; and capacity to validate computational predictions through biological experiments. For Big Data Analysis, applicant should have experience in integrating omics data, pharmacological databases, knowledge frameworks for traditional or natural products, preferably with interest in immune‑regulating compounds or inflammatory disease therapeutics, and ability to test computational predictions experimentally in a biological lab setting. The selected candidate is expected to assume duty in Spring 2027. Remuneration A taxable annual remuneration starting from MOP855,400 (approximately USD105,600) will be commensurate with the successful applicants’ academic qualification and relevant professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate is 12% but is effectively around 5% - 7% after various discretionary exemptions. Apart from competitive remuneration, UM offers a wide range of benefits, such as medical insurance, provident fund, on-campus accommodation/housing allowance and other subsidies. Further details on our package are available at: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/learn-more/. Application Procedure Applicants should visit https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/ for more details, and apply ONLINE. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants may consider their applications not successful if they are not invited for an interview within 3 months of application. Human Resources Section, Office of Administration University of Macau, Av. da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, China Website: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/; Email: vacancy@um.edu.mo Tel: +853 8822 8509; Fax: +853 8822 2412 The effective position and salary index are subject to the Personnel Statute of the University of Macau in force. The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate. Applicants with less qualification and experience can be offered lower positions under special circumstances. ***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only*** ** Under the equal condition of qualifications and experience, priority will be given to Macao permanent residents**

Department: Research Development Office Vacancy ID: 040485 Closing Date: 08-Apr-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. The VPRI and Director of Research Development are seeking to appoint a Manager to lead the development and delivery of a pilot ‘Maynooth University Futures Hub’. The hub will be a university-wide structure designed to connect across traditional boundaries; drive and amplify research across the University, enable research impact for civil society, policy and support achievement of the UN sustainable development goals.The role report to the Director of Research Development. Salary: Senior Administrative Officer IV: €70,734 – €91,738 p.a. (1 – 4 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Wednesday, 8th of April 2026. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University