Turning Passion into Purpose. The School of Engineering at London South Bank University (LSBU) are recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Fellow (PDRF) in Electronic and Software Engineering with a particular emphasis on the development of emulators and subsequent hardware demonstrator systems in the 5G Telecommunications and Power network convergence space.
This full-time 14 month post is part of a 24-month prestigious Network Plus award from the “Sustainability of urban systems and infrastructure” Network Plus call.
The project titled “A green, connected and prosperous Britain” led by LSBU, partners with Imperial College London, University of Essex and the University of Sussex, industry and end users groups to investigate the first integrated whole system modelling with a focus on the applications of telecommunication improvements to support green, resilient and flexible power networks.
The successful applicant will join a team of different skill sets (Optimisation Modelling for network power and QoS thresholds, 5G/6G expertise and end user technology understanding) to develop these models. The Network Plus is part of a large group comprising academia, industry and end user groups, bringing placements and mentoring opportunities for the successful applicant and PhD students who engage in the network.
About You
• A PhD in an Electronic Engineering/Computing/Telecommunications area or long term experience in Telecommunication systems and implementation of Smart Grid Power Systems.
• The following are the essential skills/experiences:
• Demonstrable Experience with Telecommunication System emulators
• Proven Knowledge of 5G Systems and applications
• Knowledge of Electrical power and/or smart grid instrumentation
• Hands on experience with routing protocol (e.g., OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) and Tunnelling technologies (e.g., MPLS, IPSec-DMVPN, etc.)
• Signal processing algorithm design, simulation, implementation and validation
• Python3, API design (REST, gRPC), Message Broker based protocols (e.g., MQTT, AMQP), Database (SQL, NO-SQL) and MATLAB.
• Use of electronics lab instruments – oscilloscope, logic analyser, spectrum analyser, signal generator
• Report writing, presenting, and project management using standard productivity software.
• Highly proficient in spoken and written English
• The following are desirable but not essential skills/experiences:
• Machine Learning and Deep Learning related to Power Grid systems
• Experience in High Performance Computing (HPC) with an at least one industry grade hypervisor (e.g., ESXi, Xen Server) and private cloud platform (e.g., OpenStack).
• Knowledge of PHY layer telecommunications implementation
• Ability to exercise a high degree of innovation, creative problem solving and independence in research with a proven ability to prioritise and meet deadlines, and manage a project workload.
• Demonstrated knowledge and research experience in the subject area.
• A sustainable record of research publications in relevant areas that are internationally excellent in terms of originality, significance and rigour.
• A clear commitment to making a significant contribution to the research environment.
• A good understanding of the national context of research.
Benefits And How To Apply
As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found
The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the "Apply Online" button below.
For an informal conversation ahead of applying please feel free to contact the hiring manager for this position, Prof Sandra Dudley-McEvoy, Professor of Communication Systems, email:dudleyms@lsbu.ac.uk
The closing date for applications is 04/02/2024 at 11:59pm.
Interview/assessment - week commencing 12/02/2024.
We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.
This role is eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details on this can be found within the candidate pack.
If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications
