About the position

A fixed-term 100 % position as a PhD Research Fellow in ICT with Specialization in Mobile Radio Communications is available for a period three years at the University of Agder, Faculty of Engineering and Science. The position is affiliated to the Department of ICT and located at Campus Grimstad. The starting date is as soon as possible or to be negotiated with the Faculty.

University of Agder

The University of Agder has more than 1400 employees and 13 000 students. This makes us one of the largest workplaces in Southern Norway. Our staff research, teach and disseminate knowledge from a variety of academic fields. Co-creation of knowledge is our common vision. We offer a broad range of study programmes in many fields. We are situated at two modern campuses in Kristiansand and Grimstad respectively.

We are an open and inclusive university marked by a culture of cooperation. The aim of the university is to further develop education and research at a high international level.

The Department of ICT has several large and active research groups in Information and Communication Technology including 12 Professors, 15 Associate Professors, 10 Assistant Professors and about 15 Research Fellows on the PhD programme in ICT. The department pursues a variety of research interests, focusing especially on Wireless Communications and Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Crisis Management, eLearning and eHealth. The department has successfully led a number of large research projects funded by the Research Council of Norway; the EU research programmes FP7 and H2020, as well as national and international industries.

Responsibilities

This open position is intended to carry out fundamental research in the area of propagation and mobile radio channel modelling with applications in human activity recognition. Potential research topics for the PhD thesis include, but are not limited to the following:

• Developing a mathematical framework for the characterization of non-stationary massive MIMO radio channels;
• Time-frequency analysis of non-stationary massive MIMO channels;
• Modelling, analysis, and simulation of mobile radio channels for human activity recognition;
• Measurement, analysis, and modelling of mobile radio channels in the presence of multiple active persons

Required qualifications

Provisions relating to the positions as PhD Research Fellows can be found in the Regulations Concerning Terms and Conditions of Employment for the post of Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, Research Fellow, Research Assistant and Resident.

Applications from applicants who already hold a PhD will normally not be considered.

To be considered for the position, applicants must have:

• Master in ICT, Electrical Engineering or a similar/related field and document expertise in areas relevant to the position. This year’s candidates who are in the closing stages of their master’s degree can also apply.
• Strong academic credentials, written and spoken English proficiency;
• Excellent knowledge in mathematics, especially in stochastic processes, analysis, and linear algebra;
• Excellent knowledge in mobile radio communications and signal processing;
• Strong programming skills and years of experience in using mathematical and numerical tools such as MATLAB.

It is a prerequisite for employment that the candidate is to be admitted to UiA’s PhD programme at the Faculty of Engineering and Science, specialization in ICT, within three months of appointment. More information about the programme and a complete list of admission requirements can be found here.

The successful applicant must have written and spoken English proficiency. Applicants from some countries must document their English proficiency through an English test (TOEFL, IELTS or CEFR). Please check this website to see if an English test is required. Please note that the English test requirement applies to applicants from most countries according to the list mentioned above. No other English tests or certificates will be approved, and certifications/statements cannot replace an English test.

Applicants will be assessed on the basis of academic background and results, attainment, and any previous research and development work.

Personal qualities

Personal suitability, good teamwork skills, inventiveness, and a proactive approach, will be emphasized in the evaluation as well as relevant practical experience. The postdoctoral research fellow will be expected to contribute to an active research community that promotes the personal and professional growth of the doctoral candidates. The position places great demands on the applicant’s capacity for independent goal-oriented work, ability to concentrate and attention to detail.

Personal qualities and suitability for the position will be emphasised.

We offer

• Professional development in a large, exciting and socially influential organisation;
• A positive, inclusive and diverse working environment;
• Modern facilities and a comprehensive set of welfare offers;
• Membership of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

More about working at UiA.

The position is remunerated according to the State Salary Scale, salary plan 17.515, code 1017 PhD Research Fellow, NOK 449 400 gross salary per year. A compulsory pension contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund is deducted from the pay according to current statutory provisions.

General information

A good working environment is characterised by its diversity. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply for the position, irrespective of gender, age, disability or cultural background. The University of Agder is an IW (Inclusive Workplace).

Women are strongly encouraged to apply for the position.

The successful applicant will have rights and obligations in accordance with the current regulations for the position, and organisational changes and changes in the duties and responsibilities of the position must be expected. Appointment is made by the University of Agder’s Appointments Committee for Teaching and Research Positions.

Read more about the employment process.

In accordance with the Freedom of Information Act § 25 (2), applicants may request that they are not identified in the open list of applicants. The University, however, reserves the right to publish the names of applicants. Applicants will be advised of the University’s intention to exercise this right.

Application

The application and any necessary information about education and experience (including diplomas and certificates) are to be sent electronically. Use the link "Apply for this job".

The following documentation must be uploaded electronically:

• Certified copies of credentials and dipolomas (BSc and MSc)
• Master’s thesis
• CV with complete list of publications
• Copies of selected scientific publications (if applicable)
• Three references with contact information
• English test (TOEFL, IELTS or CEFR)

The applicant is fully responsible for submitting complete digital documentation before the closing date. We draw your attention to the fact that we cannot, unfortunately, include you in the assessment process if attachments are missing. All documentation must be available in a Scandinavian language or English.

Application deadline: 31.07.19

Contact

For questions about the position:

• Professor Matthias Pätzold, tel. +47 37 23 32 83, e-mail matthias.paetzold@uia.no
• Head of Department Folke Haugland, tel. +47 37 23 31 12, e-mail folke.haugland@uia.no

For questions about the application process:

• HR Advisor Nina Rønningen, tel. +47 38 14 20 16, e-mail nina.ronningen@uia.no

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