Research Scientist; Associate​/Senior​/Principal

Research Scientist (Associate / Senior / Principal) About the Opportunity

The Open6G group at the Institute for the Intelligent Networked Systems (INSI), Northeastern University, is leading research and development, testing and integration, and system integration for next-generation wireless systems. We envision programmable and intelligent cellular networks that can be dynamically and algorithmically instrumented and optimized through software and AI. We lead key research in Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) systems, contributing to the O-RAN ALLIANCE, and we are a founding member of the AI-RAN Alliance.

We work with an industry consortium of more than 20 companies, driving research into new approaches and paradigms for cellular systems. Our private 5G/6G testbed features open and open-source software and commercial equipment, seamlessly integrated to provide an advanced research, development, and integration environment to students and researchers in the Institute. We support multiple startups and established companies in their testing and integration needs, and we are the first O-RAN Open Testing and Integration Center (OTIC) to have released a certificate in North America.

We are looking for a Research Scientist who can lead research activities across the center, developing innovative solutions to rethink software, hardware, and systems for cellular networks. The Research Scientist will lead federal, state, and industry funded research programs on programmable cellular networks, Open RAN, spectrum sharing, channel modeling and emulation, network automation, and more. This role involves ideation, design, and implementation of innovative solutions for next-generation cellular networks, AI for and on wireless, wireless testbeds, and conducting experimental research and field trials.

The scientist will also be responsible for outreach and contributing to the O-RAN and AI-RAN Alliances to facilitate the transition of Open6G research into demonstrations and specifications. Successful candidates have deep knowledge of cellular systems, 3

GPP, open RAN, research in automation, embedded and/or RF systems, system engineering, and AI, and will work and coordinate with a multidisciplinary, heterogeneous team while also leading specific project features and tasks toward their complete implementation.

• Experience as a research scientist or postdoc is required
• Publication record in topics relevant to Open6G research
• Experience with successful grant writing and funding applications
• Established research profile
• Publications in top-tier networking, wireless, and/or AI conferences and transactions that demonstrate research independence and creativity
• Experience with experimental research
• Knowledge of cellular systems, 3
  
  GPP, and open RAN
• Linux and Kubernetes are a plus

Associate Research Scientist (Research Science) R3/109 $ 68k - $86k
Senior Research Scientist (Research Science) R5/111 $ 88k - $100k
Principal Research Scientist (Research Science) R6/113 $ 115k - $148k

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Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees, including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, and commuting & transportation. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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