Electrical Engineering-Sensors Research Fellow; Hybrid

Job Summary

Electrical and Computer Engineering is looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow for a full year (12 months). The position is focused on wireless sensors and sensing systems. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Ahmad Alsharoa on cutting‑edge projects involving the application of sensor modalities in real‑world environments, including smart systems, healthcare monitoring, and activity recognition. The candidate will have opportunities to work with outstanding collaborators at all three University of Michigan campuses.

This is a full‑time, benefits‑eligible appointment for one year (12 months), with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability.

• Design, implement, and evaluate wireless‑based experiments in lab and real‑world settings.
• Develop and test algorithms for object detection, tracking, and classification using wireless sensors.
• Help guide and mentor graduate students and other junior team members working on the project.
• Publish research findings in top‑tier journals and conferences.
• Assist in proposal development and grant writing.
• Ensure that all research is conducted in an ethical manner and in compliance with safety standards and data protection regulations. This includes managing sensitive data correctly and guaranteeing that machine learning applications are developed with ethical considerations in mind.
• Participate in regular meetings with the research group.

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience working with wireless sensors, point cloud data processing, and sensor integration.
• Strong background in signal processing, computer vision, or machine learning.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Python, C++, and MATLAB.
• Strong publication record in relevant research areas.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.