The Department of Electronic Systems at The Technical Faculty of IT and Design invites applications for a PhD stipend in the field of radio communications within the general study program wireless communications; as per September 15, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.
In electronic engineering, Aalborg University is known worldwide for its high academic quality and societal impact. The Department of Electronic Systems employs more than 200 people, of which about 90 are PhD students, and about 40 % of all employees are internationals. In total, it has more than 600 students in its BSc and MSc programs, which are based on AAU's problem-based learning model. The department leverages its unique research infrastructure and lab facilities to conduct world-leading fundamental and applied research within communication, networks, control systems, AI, sound, cyber security, and robotics. The department plays an active role in transferring inventions and results into applications in close collaboration with industrial partners worldwide. You can read more about the department at www.es.aau.dk.
Your work tasks
We are looking for a talented radio researcher who is highly motivated to pursue a PhD degree within the wireless communications network section, in collaboration with Nokia in Aalborg. The research scope is related to the radio design of 6G with particular emphasis on gaining the most from taking new mid-bands such 6-15 GHz into use and developing the needed radio resource management innovations to unleash its full performance potential. This includes integrated scheduling, link adaption, MIMO adaption, interference handling and more to take full advantage of new 6G Radio (6GR) techniques. Techniques such as QoS-aware RRM and potential application-awareness and use of AI/ML where it makes sense are naturally also in the scope. As the new mid-bands for 6G may include some degrees of spectrum sharing, various spectrum sharing considerations are also expected to be in the scope of the PhD study. This may include developing modeling frameworks and enablers to deal with potential incumbents that may interfere with 6G operation in such bands, as well as understanding regulations for upper-6GHz spectrum in different regions, particularly US and Europe. One particular case to potentially consider may be novel solutions for better coexistence with Wi-Fi.
Your competencies
Qualified persons for this PhD student research position are expected to have a Master of Science degree in radio communications, or a related field. Knowledge and experience with 5G cellular systems and wifi are an advantage. Good analytical skills, as well as programming skills as needed for conducting advanced radio system-level simulations are a prerequisite. The PhD student is expected to master English in writing and conversations. Finally, good team-player skills are needed as the PhD study will be conducted as part of a research program that involves tight collaboration with other colleagues. When submitting your application for this position, please make sure you clearly motivate why apply, and how your skills match to the outlined research and the listed requirements.
Qualification requirements
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1039 of August 27, 2013 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.
Who we are
The Wireless Communications Network (WCN) Section conduct research in the field of radio communications. It includes forward looking theoretical research, short to mid-term industrial research, as well as experimental innovation research. The WCN section has research collaborations with various national and international industry and academic partners. (name and description of research group etc.)
How to apply
Your application must include the following:
- Application, stating reasons for applying and qualifications in relation to the position
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Diplomas (bachelor and master's degree diploma)
- Other relevant documents
The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.
Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.
Do you have any questions?
If you have any questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us. You will find contact persons at the bottom of the jobpost.
Further information
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Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish).
Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish).
Aalborg University - Knowledge for the world
Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Aalborg Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Aalborg Universitet, Fredrik Bajers Vej, 9220 Aalborg Øst
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 03-08-2025;
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