This vacancy is new.: Research Assistant - PhD Candidate (f/m/d)

Research Assistant - PhD Candidate (f/m/d)

Faculty 1 Physics/Electrical Engineering

Full-time position. Reference number: A036-26. Closing date: 05/28/2026. Public vacancy.

Position: Research Assistant - PhD Candidate (f/m/d). Salary group EG13 TV-L, 100%, 39.2 hours/week. Fixed-term for the purpose of academic qualification under § 2(1) of the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (WissZeitVG). Only applicants with available qualification periods under § 2(1) WissZeitVG can be considered. The position is suitable for part-time work.

The Department of Communication Engineering has many years of expertise in the research and development of communication systems, algorithms, and signal processing methods. Research activities include basic research, application-oriented research, and the implementation and testing of software-defined radio (SDR) concepts in internal laboratories and outdoor test fields.

Description

• Independent research in application-oriented research on concepts and technologies for 6G, in cooperation with national and international research institutes and companies.
• Setup, operation, and further development of indoor and outdoor experimental facilities with base stations, rovers, drones, and satellites for researching 6G with a focus on non-terrestrial/3-D networks.
• Real-time software implementation and evaluation of 6G baseband technologies for use with software-defined radios (e.g., Ettus N310).
• Integration and startup of open-source platforms for 5G/6G systems (e.g., srsRAN, OpenAirInterface).
• Enhancement of the testbed with state-of-the-art equipment, e.g., accelerators.

Requirements

• Very good degree (master's/university diploma) in communications engineering/information technology, technical computer science, applied mathematics, or related engineering or natural sciences.
• Very good knowledge of software implementation algorithms.
• In-depth knowledge in one or more of the following areas: communications engineering (baseband, resource management), signal processing, machine learning/artificial intelligence.
• First experience with software-defined radios (Ettus USRP) and GNU Radio.
• Good experience in programming/development environments (Python/MATLAB/C).
• Knowledge of 5G PHY and MAC according to the 3GPP standard would be a plus.
• Strong proficiency in spoken and written English (CEF level B1).

This position requires a strong interest in independent research, a highly independent and meticulous approach to work, a high level of motivation to work in trans-disciplinary research projects, and excellent teamwork and organizational skills.

General Information

• Annual special payment ("Christmas bonus"), regular collectively agreed salary increases, and an additional occupational pension scheme for the public sector (VBL).
• A secure, interesting, and varied position at an open-mind and internationally oriented university.
• 30 days of paid annual leave per calendar year.
• A diverse, forward-looking, and open organizational culture.
• Support from a collegial and motivated team with a positive working atmosphere.
• Individual onboarding and induction.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A good work-life balance through flexible working hours (flexitime) and the option of mobile working, subject to applicable conditions.
• Free support services within the framework of social and family counseling.
• An active occupational health management program, including the possibility of discounted access to local sports clubs, fitness studios, and swimming pools (EGYM Wellpass).
• The option to use a subsidized job ticket for public transportation.
• A wide range of sports and cultural activities.
• Varied and affordable dining options in the cafeterias operated by the Student Services (Studierendenwerk).

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, and identity. The University of Bremen intends to increase the proportion of female employees in science, which is why women are expressly encouraged to apply. Women with equal qualifications will be given priority unless reasons relating to a male competitor prevail. Disabled applicants will be given priority if their professional and personal qualifications are essentially the same.

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