PhD student in distributed learning over satellite networks

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We are now looking for a PhD student in communication systems at the Department of Electrical Engineering (ISY).

Your work assignments

The PhD project will investigate distributed and cooperative computing, learning and inference over satellite networks. The research will focus on developing communication-efficient distributed algorithms that account for dynamic network topologies, intermittent connectivity, and limited communication and computing resources.

As a PhD student, you devote most of your time to doctoral studies and the research projects of which you are part. Your work may also include teaching or other departmental duties, up to a maximum of 20 per cent of full-time.

Your qualifications

You have graduated at Master’s level in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics, with a minimum of 240 credits, at least 60 of which must be in advanced courses in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics. Alternatively, you have gained essentially corresponding knowledge in another way. The requirement for a degree must be met no later than the time the employment decision is finalized, which occurs when the employment contract is signed.

Applicants must demonstrate strong mathematical maturity, possess excellent programming skills, and have an excellent ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Furthermore, you must be able to work independently, be goal-oriented, and have strong problem-solving skills. You must also be clear in your communication and able to collaborate effectively with others.

Your workplace

The Division of Communication Systems carries out research, undergraduate and postgraduate education. We conduct research and education in communications engineering, statistical signal processing, network science, and decentralized machine learning. Welcome to read more about us at: https://liu.se/en/organisation/liu/isy/ks.

For more information about working at ISY, please visit: https://liu.se/en/article/open-positions-at-isy.

The employment

When taking up the post, you will be admitted to the program for doctoral studies. More information about the doctoral studies at each faculty is available at Doctoral studies at Linköping University.

The employment has a duration of normally four years’ full-time equivalent. Extension of employment up to five years is based on the degree of teaching and institutional assignment. Further extensions may be granted in exceptional circumstances. You will initially be employed for one year, after which your employment will be renewed for a maximum of two years at a time, depending on your progress through the study plan.

Starting date by agreement, but no later than June 1, 2027.

Background screening may be carried out before any decision on employment is made.

Salary and employment benefits

The salary of PhD students is determined according to a locally negotiated salary progression.

More information about employment benefits at Linköping University is available here.

Union representatives

Information about union representatives, see Help for applicants.

Application procedure

Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must reach Linköping University no later than January 15, 2027.

Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.

We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives – diversity enriches our work and helps us grow. Preserving everybody’s equal value, rights and opportunities is a natural part of who we are. Read more about our work with: Equal opportunities.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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