"Post-Doctoral Associate in NYUAD Wireless Research Center – Dr. Qurrat-Ul-Ain Nadeem, Dr. Marwa Chafii and Dr. Murat Uysal"

The newly established NYUAD Wireless Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Associate to engage in cutting-edge research on the physical layer design of next-generation wireless communication systems, with a primary focus on 6G technologies. The research will particularly emphasize spectrum candidates beyond the current 5G NR range, including FR3 (7–24 GHz) and the THz band (100 GHz and above). The PDA will be jointly supervised by Qurrat-Ul-Ain Nadeem, Marwa Chafii and Murat Uysal.

Principal Responsibilities

• Conduct research on the design and development of next-generation wireless communication systems, including waveform design for the THz spectrum under hardware constraints, beamforming techniques for FR3 and THz bands, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), and integrated sensing and communications (ISAC).
• Develop mathematical models for signal transmission and reception, derive fundamental performance limits, design algorithms, and evaluate performance through computer simulations and/or experimental validation.
• Disseminate results through publications in high-impact journals and presentations at leading international conferences.
• Contribute to intellectual property development through patent filings and participate 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. Requirements include a strong background in communication theory, signal processing, and wireless communications; a proven track record of publications in relevant IEEE journals and conferences; and extensive experience in physical layer algorithm design and performance analysis.

It is highly desirable that the candidate has prior research experience in topics such as waveform design for different RF bands (FR3, MMW, sub-THz/THz), analog/digital/hybrid beamforming, integrated sensing and communication, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, or hardware-constrained signal processing for wireless communications.

To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with complete publication list, BSc, MSc and PhD transcripts, research statement, and contact details of at least three references. All attachments should be in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email NYUAD Wireless Director Prof. Dr. Murat Uysal at murat.uysal@nyu.edu.

The terms of employment are highly attractive, including a competitive salary, generous monthly housing allowance, home-leave travel allowance, relocation benefits, medical insurance, and educational subsidies for dependents. The expected starting date 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 wireless communications and shaping future networks. It aligns with the UAE’s vision to lead in the digital era and collaborates with industry to pioneer advancements in wireless technologies.

About NYUAD

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program. It forms part of NYU’s global network, fostering international mobility and multicultural perspectives.