Research Associate in RF Design and Prototyping of Microwave Analog Computing
Join a cutting-edge project at Imperial College London to develop microwave analog computing systems for next-generation wireless networks.
Best for:Best for researchers with a strong background in RF design, microwave circuit theory, and hardware prototyping.
Overview
Imperial College London is seeking a Research Associate to join the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. This role is funded by the UKRI TITAN phase II project and focuses on the design, modeling, and prototyping of Microwave Linear Analog Computers (MiLAC). The successful candidate will work on reconfigurable microwave networks to enable advanced analog computing capabilities, including matrix inversion. This is a full-time, in-person position based at the South Kensington Campus, offering an opportunity to contribute to the future of wireless network technologies.
What you'll do
- Design and prototype Microwave Linear Analog Computer (MiLAC) systems using reconfigurable microwave networks.
- Conduct original research in RF modeling and system prototyping.
- Assess the feasibility and potential benefits of MiLAC for next-generation wireless networks.
- Perform matrix inversion operations within the analog domain.
- Publish research findings in high-quality, refereed academic journals.
- Present technical research at scientific conferences and meetings.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in RF design, radio systems, or a closely related field (or near completion).
Language: English (professional proficiency).
Instruction: English
Publications: Significant publication track record in relevant and refereed journals.
- Expertise in microwave circuit theory and antenna design.
- Proven experience in RF system prototyping and experimentation.
- Knowledge of reconfigurable RF devices and microwave networks.
- Experience with reconfigurable intelligent surfaces or metasurfaces.
- Strong publication record in relevant refereed journals.
- Candidates who have not yet been awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-15
Interested candidates should apply via the Imperial College London jobs portal using the reference ENG04071. Applications must clearly explain the candidate's expertise and their approach to designing and fabricating reconfigurable microwave networks for MiLAC.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
Contact
Bruno Clerckx· Professor
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