Predoctoral scientific researcher in waveform design for radar - Telecommunicatie en Informatieverwerking (30319)
Ghent University, Belgium
- Institution
- Ghent University
- Country
- Belgium
- Position type
- Research Assistant
- Subject area
- Engineering
- Location
- Ghent, Belgium
- Funding
- Fully funded position
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About this position
→ Apply before 22/09/2026 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→ Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
→ Department: EA07 - Telecommunicatie en Informatieverwerking
→ Occupancy rate:100%
→ Number of positions: 1
→ Type of employment: Contract of unlimited duration with a 4 year clause
→ Term of assignment:
→ Wage scale: WM1 to WM4 (master degree)
→ Required diploma:Master
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.
YOUR TASKS
- At least 90% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation
- Conduct original scientific research leading to a doctoral degree (PhD)
- Develop mathematical models and signal processing algorithms
- Design and evaluate advanced radar waveforms
- Perform simulations and experimental validations
- Publish results in leading international conferences and journals
- Present your work at scientific meetings and conferences
- Collaborate with academic and industrial project partners
- Support the supervision of Master’s thesis students
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field
- A strong background in signal processing and communication systems
- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
- Good programming skills (MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or similar)
- Excellent written and spoken English skills
- A strong interest in scientific research and innovation
Preferred qualifications
The following qualifications are considered an asset:
- Knowledge of radar systems
- Experience with detection and estimation theory
- Experience with optimization techniques
- Familiarity with machine learning methods
- Experience with software-defined radio platforms
- Experience with wireless communication or sensing systems
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer you a contract of indefinite duration with a maximum term of 4 years.
- Your contract will start on 1/11/2026 at the earliest.
- Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1. Click here for more information about our salary scales.
- All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, a bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits.
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
- In the field ‘CV’: your CV and a transcript of your academic record (merged into one pdf file)
- In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
- In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
- In the field “other documents”: a reference letter, an overview of your study results…
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Heidi Steendam ([email protected], +32(0)9/264 34 26). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.
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