About the opportunity
The PhD position in Hybrid FSO-RF-Fiber Channel Models and Transmission Schemes is part of the ANCHOR project, an EU-funded MSCA Doctoral Network. The role focuses on developing hybrid free-space optics (FSO), radio frequency (RF), and fiber links for flexible front-/mid-/backhauling in terrestrial and tropospheric networking scenarios. The researcher will analyze combined channels, develop lightweight channel models, and create jointly optimized schemes for waveforms, modulation, coding, and low-level protocols. Embedded in the ICT Lab of the Signal Processing Systems group at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), the candidate will work within a dynamic team of approximately 30 researchers and benefit from a comprehensive training program, international secondments, and networking opportunities across a consortium of 24 partners from academia, research institutions, and industry.
Salary and benefits
- Full-time employment for four years.
- Monthly salary according to Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale P (€3,204 – €4,051).
- Year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
- Pension scheme, paid pregnancy and maternity leave, and partially paid parental leave.
- Allowance for commuting, working from home, and internet costs.
- Access to high-quality training programs and technical infrastructure.
- On-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
- Support from a Staff Immigration Team and a tax compensation scheme (Expat Scheme) for international candidates.
Who can apply?
- Master's degree (or equivalent university degree) in Electrical or Communications Engineering (or Applied Physics) with excellent grades.
- Research-oriented attitude.
- Fluent in spoken and written English (at least C1 level).
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team and interest in collaborating with international and industrial partners.
- Motivation to spend time abroad for secondments.
- EU Mobility rules: Candidates must not have resided in the Netherlands for more than 12 months during the 3 years immediately preceding the start of the PhD.
- Motivation to develop teaching skills and coach students.
- Advantageous: Previous experience in signal processing, communication systems, channel modeling, or similar, and proficiency with relevant software packages.
- Advantageous: Good understanding of physical-layer and data-link layer communications, information theory, digital signal processing, and (optical) wireless channel models.
Required documents
- Cover letter describing motivation and qualifications.
- Curriculum vitae (CV) including a list of publications.
- Contact information for three references.
When to apply
- The vacancy is open until August 30, 2026.
- The vacancy will remain open until the position is filled.
How to apply
- Submit a complete application online via the apply button.
- Include a cover letter describing motivation and qualifications.
- Include a curriculum vitae (CV) with a list of publications and contact information for three references.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Master's degree holders in Electrical or Communications Engineering or Applied Physics with excellent academic records.
- Researchers with a strong interest in signal processing, communication systems, or channel modeling.
- Candidates who meet the EU mobility rules (not having resided in the Netherlands for more than 12 months in the last 3 years).
What should you think carefully about?
- The position requires a willingness to travel for international secondments.
- The role is a four-year commitment, which is standard for a PhD but requires long-term planning.
- Applicants should be prepared for an on-site role in Eindhoven with a focus on interdisciplinary teamwork.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This PhD position is an outstanding opportunity for an early-career researcher to join a major EU-funded network. It provides comprehensive training, international exposure, and the chance to work on cutting-edge 6G wireless technology, which is highly beneficial for a future career in academia or high-tech industry.
Our take
Highly recommended for ambitious researchers in communications engineering; those who cannot meet the EU mobility requirements or are not interested in international travel should look for other opportunities.
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