PhD position in scalable antenna array for 6G full-duplex wireless system

Publiceringsdatum: 2025-06-17

Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB är på jakt efter en skicklig doktorand och du kan vara rätt person för jobbet. Intresserade sökes för heltid-jobb hos Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB - är du intresserad? De letar efter någon som vill jobba tills vidare. Arbetsplatsen ligger nära tillhands om du är bosatta i Göteborg som är tjänsteorten.

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Jobbannons

Project Scope: Development of 6G antenna technology in partnership with leading global wireless operators, play a pivotal role in shaping the future of 6G systems.

About the research project 

Low-loss and highly decoupled FR3 (7-24 GHz) arrays, potentially based on three-dimensional elements and classical Huygen source type of element supporting element-specific band-selection filterig will be investigated. Also, irregular and non-periodic antenna arrays providing increased reconfigurability and thus better re-use of limited volume, and  broader reconfigurability over frequency and beam steering range through feed weights will be analyzed.

Cross-disciplinary approaches, including the fields of electromagnetics, structural mechanics, and manufacturing technology are required in order to find the right balance among antenna performance, cost, and sustainablity. In this respect, 3D all metal antennas offer potentially many benefits over their planar counterparts, such as efficiency, wider band and scan range.  Also, FR3 band antenna arrays can be realized in energy and material-efficient manner by additive manufacturing methods, such as 3D printing. 3D printied antenna array will also be investigated as a part of the PhD project.

This Ph.D  project is part of the research collaboration between Chalmers and several industry partners such as Ericsson, Qamcom, Sivers Semiconductor, Northernwaves etc. The PhD student will be enrolled in a doctoral programme of Chalmers and is jointly supervised by supervisors from the academic and industry sectors.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Docent (Associate Professor) Ashraf Uz Zaman (zaman@chalmers.se) and Prof. Jian Yang (jian.yang@chalmers.se)

Who we are looking for

Applicants should have, or expect to receive, a Master of Science degree or equivalent in a relevant electrical engineering or applied physics discipline with focus on microwave engineering. In addition to the formal qualifications, selection is also based on the performance of the candidates in other works (e.g. thesis and advanced level courses), as well as through interviews and assignments.

Besides good subject knowledge, emphasis will be on creative thinking, motivation, ability to cooperate, initiative to work independently and personal suitability for research training. Previous experience in the area of antennas and electronics as well as proficiency in using scientific and engineering software packages such as Matlab, CST, HFSS etc. are meritorious.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

What you will do

• Your major responsibility as a PhD student is to pursue your own doctoral studies related to the project. This includes developing new scientific concepts, doing electromagnetic design, measurments of the hardware etc. and communicating research results both verbally and in writing.
• Take courses at an advanced level within the Graduate school of Electrical Engineering | Chalmers
• The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 per cent of working hours

Contract terms and what we offer

• The PhD position is fully funded from start
• As a PhD student at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
• The position is limited to four years, with the possibility to teach up to 20%, which extends the position to five years.
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
• A starting salary of 34,550 SEK per month (valid from May 25, 2025).

Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.

Discover more

Find more general information about doctoral studies at Chalmers here. 

Application procedure

The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

• CV: (Please name the document: CV, Family name)
• Personal letter
• Bachelor’s and, if available, master’s thesis together with the transcripts.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. 

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered.

Application deadline: July 17, 2025

For questions about the research project, please contact:

Docent (Associate Professor) Ashraf Uz Zaman, Antenna Systems

Email: zaman@chalmers.se

Phone: +46 707383358

Prof. Jian Yang, Antenna Systems

Email: jian.yang@chalmers.se

We look forward to your application!

• ** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. *** 

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