R&D Specialist in Embedded Systems for Satellite Communications

About the SnT

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services.

We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.

The SigCom research group of SnT, headed by Prof. Symeon Chatzinotas, focuses on wireless/satellite communications and networking. The research areas focus on the formulation, modeling, design, and analysis of future 6G communication networks that are capable of supporting new services for digital ecosystems. Use cases of interest include Security and Efficient Wireless Communication Solutions, IoT verticals, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Integrated Satellite-Space-Terrestrial Networks, Quantum Communications and Key Distribution, Spectrum Management and Coexistence, Tactile Internet, Earth Observation, and Autonomous Transportation. As far as technical enablers are concerned, we leverage expertise on advanced technologies including semantic/task-oriented data processing, signal processing, network resource management to improve the performance of the future wireless communication systems. Finally, due to the large-scale nature, complexity, and heterogeneity of 6G networks, for their analysis and optimization, we use tools such as artificial intelligence/machine learning, graph theory and graph-signal processing, and convex/non-convex optimization. Furthermore, our activities are experimentally driven and supported by the COMMLab, the 6GSPACE Lab, the CSATLab, the HybridNetLab, the QCILab, our SW Simulators, and our Facilities. For further information, you may refer to https://www.uni.lu/snt-en/research-groups/sigcom/.

Your role

• Carry out research in predefined areas
• Disseminate results through scientific publications
• Implement and open-source proof-of-concept software tools
• Collaborate with other researchers on different projects and disseminate the outputs at conferences and workshops organized by the consortium
• Present results in well-known international conferences and workshops
• Participate in outreach events related to channel modeling, FPGA programming, and satellite communication, inspiring young generations to be interested in related topics
• Design, simulate, and implement software and hardware components for SATCOM systems
• Implement predefined algorithms on Software-Defined Radio platforms
• Implement in-lab demonstrators of SATCOM systems
• Perform laboratory experimentation, validation, and testing

The successful candidate will join the SIGCOM Research Group and work on various research projects in collaboration with SES in Luxembourg.

For further information, please contact Juan Duncan and Juan-Andres Vasquez (Please, only for specific questions)

Your profile

• Master's degree or equivalent in Telecommunications and Computer Science
• Proven experience in the design of HDL IPs, High-Speed Serial Link, and RF implementation for FPGAs
• Convex/non-convex optimization
• Signal processing
• Programming skills in MATLAB, C/C++, LabVIEW and Python (Mandatory)
• Good oral presentation skills: The candidate will be required to present and defend the work in front of a wide audience of experts
• Prior proven experience in data-driven innovation projects is an asset as well as having prior research publications in high-ranking journals or in international conference proceedings. Most importantly, you should be curiosity driven and willing to constantly learn new things

Additionally, the candidate should have knowledge in the following tools:

• AMD VITIS Unified Software
• AMD Vivado Design Suite (Mandatory)
• AMD VITIS High-Level Synthesis (mandatory)
• NI LabVIEW (Mandatory)
• ADS
• Altium
• Experience with AMD Model Composer, VITIS-AI, Petalinux OS, PYNQ OS, and Versal AI implementation is considered a plus

Language Skills:

• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required

We offer

• A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
• An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae, including:
  • For each degree received or currently enrolled in, the degree, institution name, city, country, and date (or expected date) of graduation
  • Title and short summary of the final MSc/PhD thesis
  • List of publications
  • Names, contact information and current position of 1-2 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment of the application. Please indicate their relationship to you
  • If available, link to GitHub repository including completed open-source projects
• Cover letter
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg is committed to achieving gender parity among its staff. Should candidates present equivalent profiles, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Kirchberg Campus
• Internal Title: Research and development specialist
• Job Reference: UOL08206