Research Associate in Electrical Engineering (University of Luxemburg)

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Duration: 24 Month 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. Your role The successful candidate is expected to work on designing optimal network slicing strategies and develop SDN/NFV solutions for the non-terrestrial network automation. The design strategies will optimize the service function chain, flow management and virtual network embedding for 6G NTN. The ideal candidate should have knowledge and experience in some of the following topics: Strong background in Computer Networking technologies (ideally in SDN/NFV) Network and/or resource slicing, virtual network embedding Optimization and Machine learning/deep learning techniques Experience in open-source platforms and controllers (e.g., ONOS, Ryu, MiniNet, OpenSAND) Graph signal processing for wireless networks Development skills in MATLAB, python or C++ are required. Contribute to the national project FNR SDNSaT: Intelligent SDN Management and Routing in NGSO Satellites for Critical Services Carry out research in the defined areas Disseminate results through scientific publications in the top-tier venues Coordinating research projects and preparing project deliverables Preparing new research proposals to attract industrial, national and European projects Providing assistance in the supervision of PhD students For further information, please contact Dr. Thang X. Vu (thang.vu@uni.lu) or Prof. Symeon Chatzinotas (Symeon.chatzinotas@uni.lu) Your profile Qualification: The candidate should possess a PhD degree or will graduate soon in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalence. Experience: Should have demonstrated research capability via published papers in top 10% international journals of the field Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, R or C++ Highly committed, excellent team-worker, and strong critical thinking skills Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. We offer Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR) A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs … How to apply Applications should include: Curriculum Vitae Cover letter 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. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students. General information: Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week Location: Kirchberg Campus Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher Job Reference: UOL06153 The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 83099 (full time). If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Engineeroxy

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract

Duration:

24 Month

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.

Your role

The successful candidate is expected to work on designing optimal network slicing strategies and develop SDN/NFV solutions for the non-terrestrial network automation. The design strategies will optimize the service function chain, flow management and virtual network embedding for 6G NTN. The ideal candidate should have knowledge and experience in some of the following topics:

Strong background in Computer Networking technologies (ideally in SDN/NFV)
Network and/or resource slicing, virtual network embedding
Optimization and Machine learning/deep learning techniques
Experience in open-source platforms and controllers (e.g., ONOS, Ryu, MiniNet, OpenSAND)
Graph signal processing for wireless networks
Development skills in MATLAB, python or C++ are required.
Contribute to the national project FNR SDNSaT: Intelligent SDN Management and Routing in NGSO Satellites for Critical Services
Carry out research in the defined areas
Disseminate results through scientific publications in the top-tier venues
Coordinating research projects and preparing project deliverables
Preparing new research proposals to attract industrial, national and European projects
Providing assistance in the supervision of PhD students

For further information, please contact Dr. Thang X. Vu (thang.vu@uni.lu) or Prof. Symeon Chatzinotas (Symeon.chatzinotas@uni.lu)

Your profile

Qualification: The candidate should possess a PhD degree or will graduate soon in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalence.

Experience:

Should have demonstrated research capability via published papers in top 10% international journals of the field
Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, R or C++
Highly committed, excellent team-worker, and strong critical thinking skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

We offer

Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR)
A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

How to apply

Applications should include:

Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter

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.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information: