"Post-Doctoral Associate in NYUAD Wireless Research Center– Dr. Marwa Chafii and Dr. Murat Uysal"

Description

The newly established NYUAD Wireless Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Associate (PDA) to engage in cutting-edge research on channel modeling and characterization for communication and sensing in emerging spectrum for 6G and beyond, with a focus on the FR3, THz and optical frequency bands. This research will be conducted under the joint supervision of Marwa Chafii, and Murat Uysal.

Principal Responsibilities

• The PDA will conduct extensive channel measurement campaigns to provide a comprehensive characterization of the ISAC channel models characterizing the interaction between sensing and communication. The PDA is also expected to contribute to optical channel modeling, particularly for comparative analysis with THz bands, where RF signals exhibit quasi-optical properties.
• The PDA is expected to actively disseminate results through publications in high-impact journals and presentations at leading international conferences.
• The PDA is expected to contribute to the intellectual property development through patent filings, as well as participating in standardization efforts relevant to wireless technologies, in coordination with academic and industrial collaborators.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a PhD degree in electrical/electronics engineering, telecommunications or related field. Other requirements include
• Expertise in several areas among the following is desired: radio system modeling, electromagnetics, antennas, propagation, RF frontends, radar.
• Demonstrated expertise in channel modeling and characterization
• Hands-on experience with RF and/or optical measurement setups, including the design and execution of channel sounding or propagation measurement campaigns
• Experience with RF/optical ray tracing simulation software, e.g., Wireless Insite, Zemax
• Proven track record of publications in relevant IEEE journals and conferences

The candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae with complete publication list
• BSc, MSc and PhD transcripts
• Research statement elaborating how you plan to contribute to the above research topics
• Contact details of at least three references.

All attachments should be in PDF format. If you have any questions about the position, please email Dr. Marwa Chafii, marwa.chafii@nyu.edu

The terms of employment are highly attractive: a very competitive salary, generous monthly housing allowance, home-leave travel allowance, relocation benefits, and medical insurance and educational subsidies for dependents. The expected starting date for the appointment is January 1, 2026.

About NYUAD Wireless

The overarching goal of NYUAD Wireless is to establish a globally recognized research and innovation hub dedicated to advancing the frontiers of wireless communications and shaping the networks of the future. As a newly established center, it represents a timely initiative that aligns closely with the UAE’s vision to lead in the digital era. Through close collaboration with industry and other stakeholders, NYUAD Wireless seeks to pioneer advancements in wireless technologies by providing robust theoretical foundations for leveraging new spectrum bands and addressing practical challenges in the design of cutting-edge wireless access and backhaul solutions.