Research Associate in RF Design and Prototyping of Microwave Analog Computing

About the role

The post is funded by UKRI TITAN phase II to conduct original research in RF design, modeling, and prototyping of microwave analog computing. The successful candidate will design and prototype Microwave Linear Analog Computer (MiLAC) using non-reconfigurable and reconfigurable microwave networks, identify the full potential benefits of MiLAC for next generation wireless networks, and assess the feasibility of MiLAC.
This full-time, in-person postdoctoral position is based at Imperial College's South Kensington Campus in London, UK, and is funded till 30 September 2028 with possibility to extend till 31 Mar 2030 (after passing project mid-term review).
In your application, clearly explain your expertise and your approach to design and fabricate reconfigurable microwave network to enable MiLAC and perform matrix inversion in the analog domain.

What you would be doing

Main Duties

• To take initiatives in the planning of research
• To identify and develop suitable techniques, and apparatus, for the collection and analysis of data
• To conduct data analysis
• To ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times
• To maintain accurate and complete records of all findings
• To write reports for submission to research sponsors
• To present findings to colleagues and at conferences
• To submit publications to refereed journals
• To provide guidance to staff and students
• To attend relevant workshops and conferences as necessary
• To develop contacts and research collaborations within the College and the wider community
• To promote the reputation of the Group, the Department and the College
• To provide guidance to PhD Students
• Contribute to bids for research grants
• To conduct and plan own scientific work with appropriate supervision.
• To maintain highly organised and accurate record of experimental work
• To actively participate in the research programme of the Group

What we are looking for

Education

Research Associate: Hold a PhD (or be very near completion, or equivalent) in RF design, modelling, and prototyping of radio systems, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, and/or metasurfaces, reconfigurable microwave networks, microwave computing, and a significant publication track record.
*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant.

Experience

• Practical experience within a research environment and / or publication in relevant and refereed journals
  Practical experience in a broad range of techniques including
  • Microwave circuit theory
  • Antenna design/measurement
  • RF system prototyping/experimentation
  • Reconfigurable RF and microwave devices and microwave networks
  • Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces and/or metasurfaces and/or microwave computing
• Experience presenting and publishing scientific and/or technical research
• Practical experience within a research environment and / or publication in relevant and refereed journals
• Knowledge of microwave circuit theory, antenna design/measurement, RF system prototyping/experimentation, reconfigurable RF and microwave devices and microwave networks, reconfigurable intelligent surfaces and/or metasurfaces and/or microwave computing
  

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: gain access to Imperial's sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

Please note that job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

For any specific queries regarding the post please contact Prof Bruno Clerckx (b.clerckx@imperial.ac.uk)