Research Associate/Fellow (fixed term) (SCI367420)

We are looking for a researcher, whose expertise lies in Electromagnetics and meta-surface theory, as well as in channel modelling for Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RISs), to work with Dr. Gabriele Gradoni, Dr. Sendy Phang, Dr. Stephen C. Creagh, Dr. Steve Greedy, and Prof. Gregor Tanner on a new exciting Horizon 2020 ICT funded project entitled “Reconfigurable Intelligent Sustainable Environments for 6G Wireless Networks (RISE-6G)”.  The central aim of the project is to develop an innovative physical layer for wireless access architectures based on RISs, in future beyond 5G and 6G mobile networks.

Early start facilitated by smart working in own place of successful candidate for a period of 3-6 months (flexible and depending on pandemics situation within the UK). International visits to RISE-6G partners (mostly Italy and France but also Greece, Sweden and Germany) and in-person meetings will be organised flexibly with the successful candidate when travelling resumes. Possibility of short and long visits at the University of Cambridge for collaborative research within the scope of RISE-6G.

We believe that talented and inclusive teams deliver the highest quality research and are seeking applications from high quality candidates who enhance the diversity of our existing team.  The School is committed to creating opportunities for people traditionally under-represented in Mathematical Sciences.

You will be able to carry out duties to the highest standard and to evidence how through your experience you will:

Undertake original research of international excellence.Develop research objectives and proposals for own and/or collaborative research area.Prepare papers for publication in leading journals and/or contribute to the dissemination at national/international conferences, workshops and meetings resulting in successful research outputs.Identify opportunities and assist in writing bids for research grant applications. Prepare proposals and applications to both external and/or internal bodies for funding, contractual or accreditation purposes.

We are looking for a confident, organised researcher who can evidence:

PhD or equivalent, in a relevant branch of mathematics, electrical and electronic engineering, and physics or a closely related disciplineOR near to completion of a PhDExpert knowledge ofWave modelling for Reconfigurable Intelligent SurfacesBoundary integral equations for antenna arrays and meta-surfacesRay tracing methodsExcellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with clarity on complex information.The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.Networking, actively engaging with and valuing other areas and diverse groups.

This full-time position is available immediately and will be offered on a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2023. Job share arrangements may be considered. 

For information about the School of Mathematical Sciences and active research groups in Mathematical wave modelling see: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/mathematics/index.aspx and http://www.wamoresearch.org/.

For information about the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and active research groups in Computational and experimental electromagnetism see: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/engineering/Departments/EEE/ and https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/research/groups/ggiemr/.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr. Gabriele Gradoni email: gabriele.gradoni@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 10 Feb 2021
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)