Student Assistant - Applied Signal Processing Channel Sounding and 6G ISAC

Student Assistant - Applied Signal Processing for Channel Sounding and 6G ISAC

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is one of the world's leading organizations for application-oriented research. At the Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute, the Wireless Communications and Networks department pioneers technologies for next-generation wireless communication systems. Our Millimeter Wave Group specializes in the design, simulation, and implementation of mobile communication and measurement systems operating up to 500 GHz. A key focus of our current research is 6G Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC), where the same waveform and hardware platform simultaneously serve communication and sensing purposes.

Become a part of our team and join us on our journey of research and innovation! Be part of change

Operate and control state-of-the-art RF lab instruments for system characterization and performance evaluation

Design, build, and validate RF measurement setups and assess their performance using digital signal processing techniques

Develop MATLAB and/or Python scripts to automate lab instruments and measurement workflows

Plan and participate in channel sounding campaigns in real-world propagation environments to characterize wireless channels

Post-process and analyze measurement data using advanced digital signal processing methods

Support research by evaluating the sensing and communication performance of joint waveforms and measurement setups

Support the mm-Wave Group in project-based research, development, and experimental tasks

What you contribute

• Enrolled Bachelor's/Master's student in full-time studies in electrical engineering, communications engineering, or a closely related field with good grades
• Solid understanding of signal processing fundamentals: spectral analysis, sampling theory, multirate signal processing, inter-symbol interference mitigation
• Programming experience with MATLAB and/or Python
• (Optional) Experience using lab measurement equipment
• Strong motivation to thrive in wireless communications especially 5G/6G research, self-initiative, and interest in wireless communications applied research
• Residing in Berlin or Potsdam, or able to regularly work on-site at our Berlin location
• English skills, spoken and written, are expected

What we offer

• Work on cutting-edge challenges in a leading research and innovation environment
• Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art RF lab equipment and real-world channel measurement campaigns
• A supportive, collaborative, and international team culture
• A modern, well-equipped workspace in central Berlin
• Opportunities to write a Bachelor's or Master's thesis
• Flexible working hours
• Attractive salary

The position is initially limited to 1 year. An extension is explicitly desired.

The monthly working time is 80 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.