MSCA Doctoral Researcher in Integrated Circuits for Array Transceivers / Väitöskirjatutkija (integroitujen piirien antenniryhmälähettimien ja -vastaanottimien tutkimusala)

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: Tampere University invites applications for an MSCA Doctoral Researcher in integrated circuits and signal processing for large-array transceivers within the EU-funded ANCHOR network to advance energy-efficient beamforming and receiver architectures for next-generation wireless systems. The role involves developing and validating signal-processing concepts, designing energy-efficient hardware and IC architectures, performing system-level modelling and simulations, and designing, taping out and experimentally characterizing integrated circuit prototypes while disseminating results. Applicants must hold a relevant master’s degree by the start date, must not already hold a PhD, must comply with the MSCA mobility rule (not have resided or carried out their main activity in Finland for more than 12 months in the past 36 months), and must have strong English skills. The fully funded 36-month fixed-term position starts as soon as possible but no later than 1 January 2027, offers an estimated gross monthly salary of approximately €3,950 without family allowance or €4,450 with family allowance, and the application deadline is 15 September 2026 at 23:59 EEST. Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla. Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences create a unique environment for multidisciplinary, inspirational and high-impact research and education. Our universities community has its competitive edges in technology, health and society. www.tuni.fi/en The Electrical Engineering unit at the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences , Tampere University, invites applications for a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA) Doctoral Candidate position in integrated circuits and signal processing for large-array transceivers in next-generation communication systems. The position is part of the EU-funded MSCA Doctoral Network ANCHOR. The successful candidate will contribute to advancing energy-efficient, high-performance communication systems for next-generation wireless infrastructures. About the ANCHOR Doctoral Network ANCHOR is an EU-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network that brings together leading universities and industry partners to train 15 doctoral candidates in next-generation communication technologies. The network addresses key challenges in future wireless infrastructures — including spectrum harmonization, 3D coverage, mobility, latency, capacity, and energy efficiency — by advancing integrated solutions across radio, THz, and optical domains. Through interdisciplinary research, international secondments, and structured cross-sectoral training, ANCHOR equips its doctoral candidates with strong theoretical foundations and practical expertise to drive innovation in Europe’s future telecommunications landscape. More information about ANCHOR network can be found https://www.anchor.strath.ac.uk/ . Job Description The research focuses on developing signal processing concepts and energy-efficient, high-performance integrated circuit architectures for large-array transceivers in future communication systems, with emphasis on beamforming, near-field, and advanced receiver signal processing. The Doctoral Candidate will: Develop and validate signal processing concepts for efficient large-array systems Design energy-efficient hardware architectures for beamforming Perform system-level modelling and simulations (e.g., MATLAB or similar tools) Design, tape out, and experimentally characterize integrated circuit prototypes Disseminate results through leading international journals and conferences Develop research collaboration with DCs in the Tampere University, ANCHOR network The position includes secondments of 6 months at University College London (UCL) and 4 months at Altice Labs (Portugal), providing direct exposure to leading academic and industrial research environments. In addition to research duties, the candidate will complete all doctoral degree requirements at Tampere University, contribute to ANCHOR project deliverables, participate in network-wide training events, and actively disseminate results through scientific and professional channels. High-quality scientific publishing is expected throughout the project. Requirements This position follows the rules of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Networks. To be eligible, the applicant must not hold a PhD degree at the time of recruitment. The applicant must hold a relevant master’s degree by the time the employment begins (start date: as soon as possible, no later than 1.1.2027). The applicant may be of any nationality. The applicant must comply with the MSCA mobility rule: they must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Finland for more than 12 cumulative months in the 36 months immediately before the start date. Compulsory national service, short stays (e.g., holidays), and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Gene