"Postdoctoral Research Associates in future intelligent wireless communications"

• Two full-time fixed term positions: one for 4 years and one for 3 years at Camperdown
• Opportunity to contribute to research for future intelligent wireless communications
• Base Salary Academic Level A $117,936 - $125,896 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is seeking to appoint two Postdoctoral Research Associates (PDAs) in future intelligent wireless communications. Working closely with our industry partners, these roles will contribute to the research, design and implementation of next generation intelligent wireless systems that integrate communication, sensing, and computing within a single unified network.

These positions will involve advancing fundamental theories and the enabling technologies needed for simultaneous communication, sensing, computing, and AI-driven wireless networking. You will also support the translation of research outcomes into practical systems and solutions in collaboration with our industry partners.

The roles sit within the Centre for IoT and Telecommunications (CIoTT) in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. CIoTT is internationally recognised for excellence in wireless communications and signal processing and is home to five IEEE Fellows, multiple research fellows, and more than 50 postgraduate students. The University of Sydney is ranked 13th globally in Telecommunications (Shanghai Subject Rankings).

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• develop fundamental theories and enabling technologies for intelligent wireless communication systems
• design, model and evaluate integrated communication-sensing-computing technologies
• work closely with industry partners to support technology development in real world application
• publish research outcomes in leading international journals and conferences
• contribute to supervision and mentoring of postgraduate students within CIoTT
• collaborate effectively with academic and industry stakeholders to meet project milestones
• manage research tasks, documentation and timelines.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral research Associate - Wireless Communications who has:

• a PhD in wireless communications, AI, signal processing or a related discipline
• demonstrated research excellence in one or more of: MIMO, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), wireless AI, integrated sensing and communications and wireless system optimisation
• strong mathematical and analytical capabilities
• a record of high-quality publications in reputable international journals
• experience in Wi Fi protocol design (desirable)
• experience working with and supporting postgraduate research students
• strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines
• excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.

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Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Deepna Chand, Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au.

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Applications Close

Wednesday 15 April 2026 11:59 PM