Host: Consorzio Nazionale Interuniversitario per le Telecomunicazioni (CNIT), Italy
Main supervisor: Prof. S. Bartoletti [CNIT]
Co-supervisors/mentors: Prof. S. Mazuelas [BCAM] & Prof. G. Bianchi [UNITV], and Dr. A. Saavedra [NEC]
Required profile: Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science
Desirable skills/interests: Wireless communication, statistical signal processing, algorithm design, optimization and estimation theory, hands-on experience or interest in measurement/test equipment.
Objectives:
To study and develop strategies for allocating spectrum resources in integrated sensing and communication. Spectrum resource allocation should consider both the accuracy, efficiency and robustness of sensing jointly with communication performance.
What SpecX Offers:
- Attractive and competitive salary in accordance with the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network regulations
- Additional family allowance (if applicable) and dedicated budget for research and training costs
- PhD funding for 36 months through the MSCA network (with potential for additional funding depending on host institution and national regulations)
- Opportunity to pursue a PhD degree at a leading European university within a collaborative, international network
- Comprehensive training programme including research-specific and transferable skills courses
- Opportunities for internships, secondments, and collaboration within academia and industry partners across Europe
- Active participation in workshops, conferences, and network-wide events to build professional and scientific connections
- Stimulating, multidisciplinary, and international research environment within a prestigious European training network
Deadline for online application: January 30, 2026 (but candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible)