Research Fellow in Wireless Communications and Digital System Design

• Full time Fixed term for 4 years at Camperdown
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful research and strengthen national and international research excellence
• Base Salary (Level B) $132,533 - $157,381 p.a + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is seeking a Research Fellow in Wireless Communications and Digital System Design to join a high-performing research team and contribute to innovative research programs within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering. Working under broad direction, you will apply your expertise in research methodologies, design and delivery to undertake high-quality research that advances knowledge in your discipline and enhances the University's reputation for research excellence.

The successful candidate will conduct original research, contribute to securing external research funding, develop productive collaborations with academic and industry partners, and support the development of emerging researchers and postgraduate students

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• conduct original research independently and collaboratively, producing high-quality scholarly outputs
• design and develop advanced wireless communication systems, including IEEE 802.11 MAC/PHY architectures, protocols and signal processing algorithms
• develop, implement and optimise FPGA-based wireless communication systems
• translate wireless communication algorithms into efficient, reliable and high-performance hardware implementations
• undertake independent and collaborative research, publishing high-quality research outcomes in leading international journals and conferences
• collaborate with academic and industry partners and provide technical guidance and supervision to HDR students
• contribute positively to an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing workplace culture.

About you

• a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering or a closely related discipline
• strong research background in wireless communications PHY and MAC algorithms, particularly IEEE 802.11 MAC/PHY, OFDM, MIMO, channel coding and wireless transceiver architectures
• demonstrated strong expertise and experiences in digital hardware design using FPGA or SDR
• proven experience in hardware-software co-design and implementations

• demonstrated ability to develop, integrate and experimentally validate real-time wireless communication systems
• familiarity with wireless communication standards and emerging technologies, including 5G/6G and next-generation WiFi
• a strong track record of research publications in reputable international journals and conferences
• excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary research teams
• demonstrated ability to engage with industry partners and translate research outcomes into practical wireless communication technologies
• excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills
• proven ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.

Note: Interviews for this role will be held online on the morning of 9th December 2026(Sydney Time).

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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