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Senior Research Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Position Information

Position Title: Senior Research Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Department: Electrical Engineering
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/56332
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

• Conduct cutting-edge research in the development and operational management of microwave and mmWave software radio used for projects related to zero-touch wireless UAV networking.
• Conduct experimental and field work, including the design, fabrication, and test of UAVs and field experiments of the UAVs sensing and communications.
• Collaborate and communicate with internal and external collaborators on on-going projects.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in academic journals and/or conference presentations.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
• Mentor students on related research projects.

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

• Applicants must be eligible to work within the United States in a full time capacity without visa sponsorship. Please do not apply if you cannot satisfy this requirement.
• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or other closely related fields.
• Strong track-record of first-author publications in reputable academic journals and conferences.
• Hands-on experience in UAVs fabrication and test.
• Solid background in wireless communications and networking.
• Demonstrated expertise in experimental research in wireless communications and testbed development.
• Solid knowledge of unmanned aerial vehicles, microwave and mmWaves, software development, and digital twin.
• Solid knowledge of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning.
• Proficient in C, C++, Python, and MATLAB.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Proven experience in USRP, FPGA, NS-3, and NSF PAWR platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with DoD sponsored research projects.
• Relevant practical laboratory work experience or directly related experience with research techniques.
• Proven research experience in zero-touch wireless UAV networking.
• Proven research experience in cloud computing.
• Proven research experience in software defined radios.

Salary Range
$65,000 - $100,000

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Zhangyu Guan
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Associate Professor
Contact's Email: guan@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-1207

Posting Dates

Posted: 03/25/2025
Deadline for Applicants: Open until filled
Date to be filled:











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