With the advancement of radio communication networks and devices, the use of FR2/FR3/aggregated wide bandwidth as well as a larger number of antenna array elements and beamforming, make it possible to achieve high datarates. One of the main challenges is to achieve these high datarates at low power consumption levels and to achieve low latency. This requires careful analysis at an architectural level of analog, digital and hybrid solutions. Equipping each antenna with a digital transceiver optimally exploits the use of antenna arrays, however at the cost of high power consumption and costs. Solutions are sought by using hybrid beamforming, low resolution analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion, approximate computing and at the algorithmic level.

In this context, the PhD candidate will focus on devising novel architectures to achieve high data rates in the context of 6G systems. Based on these architectures, crucial elements within the digital (baseband) domain will be researched in detail; algorithms and/or hardware prototypes will be designed and tested.

• We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and driven researcher.
• You have, or will shortly acquire, an M.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• You have a technical background in wireless communications, with knowledge of radio systems, , multi-antenna and MIMO, signal processing, system simulations and digital implementation (both software and hardware).
• You are passionate and result-driven, can think independently and creatively, and are a problem solver with excellent analytical and communication skills.
• You want to work in international and multi-disciplinary environments.
• You are proficient in English, both speaking and writing.
• You have hands-on publication, programming and measurement skills.

• As a PhD candidate at UT, you will be appointed to a full-time position for four years, with a qualifier in the first year, within a very stimulating and exciting scientific environment;
• The University offers a dynamic ecosystem with enthusiastic colleagues;
• Your salary and associated conditions are in accordance with the collective labour agreement for Dutch universities (CAO-NU);
• You will receive a gross monthly salary ranging from € 2.872,- (first year) to € 3.670,- (fourth year);
• There are excellent benefits including a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%, and a solid pension scheme;
• A minimum of 232 leave hours in case of full-time employment based on a formal workweek of 38 hours. A full-time employment in practice means 40 hours a week, therefore resulting in 96 extra leave hours on an annual basis.
• Free access to sports facilities on campus
• A family-friendly institution that offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid);
• You will have a training programme as part of the Twente Graduate School where you and your supervisors will determine a plan for a suitable education and supervision;
• We encourage a high degree of responsibility and independence, while collaborating with close colleagues, researchers and other staff.