Research Associate

Job description

About the role

The post is to recruit researchers for "Intelligent Transmission and Processing Lab (ITP Lab)" directed by Prof Geoffrey Li, which focuses on exploiting machine learning for signal processing and wireless communications

Other aspects of the post include undertaking project management, collaborate with academic and industry partners and/or supervise multi-disciplinary teams.

In addition, the Research Associate will be expected to submit publications to refereed journals and to attract external research funding

What you would be doing

Research Duties Include:

• To take initiatives in the planning of research
• To direct the work of small research teams
• To ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times
• To maintain accurate and complete records of all findings
• To write reports for submission to research sponsors
• To present findings to colleagues and at conferences
• To submit publications to refereed journals
• To provide guidance to staff and students
• To attend relevant workshops and conferences as necessary
• To develop contacts and research collaborations within the College and the wider community
• To promote the reputation of the group, the Department and the College
• To provide guidance to PhD Students

What we are looking for

Education

• Research Associate : (or equivalent) in the general area of (a) Machine Learning, (b) Statistical Signal Processing, (c) Wireless Communications, (d) Applied Mathematics, or a closely related discipline or equivalent research or industrial experience. The candidates with experience in hardware implementation are strongly encouraged.
• Research Assistant: Hold a Masters degree and nearing completion of a PhD or equivalent in the general area of (a) Machine Learning, (b) Statistical Signal Processing, (c) Wireless Communications, (d) Applied Mathematics, or a closely related discipline or equivalent research or industrial experience. The candidates with experience in hardware implementation are strongly encouraged.

Experience

• Practical experience within a research environment and / or publication in relevant and refereed journals
• Practical experience in a broad range of techniques, including,
  • optimisation and signal processing systems.
  • wireless systems
  • semantic communications

Knowledge

• Knowledge in the general areas of
  • Applied math
  • Machine learning
  • Statistical signal processing
  • Wireless communications
  • Semantic communications
• Knowledge of research methods and statistical procedures

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: gain access to Imperial's sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

Please note that job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

For any specific queries regarding the post please contact Prof Geoffrey Li ( [email protected] )