Post-Doctoral Associate - Wireless Channel Modeling and Sensing - Ab

Position Overview

New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate to join the newly established NYUAD Wireless Research Center. This role focuses on advanced research in channel modeling and characterization for communication and sensing in emerging spectrum bands for 6G and beyond, including FR3, THz, and optical frequencies. The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of next-generation wireless technologies within a globally connected research environment in Abu Dhabi.

Job Details Country: UAE;
City:
Abu Dhabi;
Industry: Higher Education;
Function:
Research;
Salary: 18, AED per month;
Gender: Any;
Candidate Nationality:
Any;
Job Type: Full-time.

• Conduct extensive channel measurement campaigns to characterize integrated sensing and communication channel models across emerging spectrum bands.
• Develop and analyze channel models that capture the interaction between communication and sensing systems.
• Contribute to optical channel modeling and perform comparative studies with THz frequency bands.
• Publish research outcomes in high‑impact international journals and present findings at leading global conferences.
• Support intellectual property development through patent filings and contribute to relevant standardization activities.
• Collaborate with academic and industrial partners in advancing wireless communication and sensing technologies.

• PhD in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or a closely related field.
• Strong background in channel modeling and characterization for wireless systems.
• Expertise in areas such as radio system modeling, electromagnetics, antennas, propagation, RF front‑ends, or radar systems.
• Hands‑on experience with RF and/or optical measurement setups, including channel sounding and propagation measurement campaigns.
• Experience using RF or optical ray‑tracing simulation tools such as Wireless Insite or Zemax.
• Proven research record with publications in recognized IEEE journals and conferences.

• Wireless channel modeling, RF and optical measurement techniques
• Electromagnetics and propagation analysis
• Research publication and dissemination
• Collaboration with academic and industry partners

• Highly competitive salary with generous housing allowance and relocation benefits.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and educational subsidies for dependents.
• Opportunity to contribute to pioneering 6G and beyond wireless research initiatives.
• Work within a newly established, globally oriented research center aligned with the UAE's digital transformation vision.
• Access to international research networks and industry collaborations.

New York University Abu Dhabi is a world‑class research university and a central pillar of NYU's global network. Located in Abu Dhabi, NYUAD integrates rigorous academic programs with advanced research across sciences, engineering, humanities, and social sciences. The university provides an international, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to innovation, knowledge creation, and addressing global challenges through impactful research and collaboration.