Overview

Predoctoral Position Available at University of Alcalá (Spain)

The Photonics Engineering Group (GRIFO) at the University of Alcalá (Alcalá de Henares, Madrid) is a young and enthusiastic team dedicated to developing photonic solutions for communications and sensing.

We are currently offering

a position for a PhD candidate

framed within the

ERC Starting Grant project SENSE

The main objective of SENSE is to attain a

global sensing network

by ensuring full compatibility between the fiber telecom network and distributed optical fiber sensing technologies.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will actively engage in projects within our distributed optical fiber sensing research line.

This includes the development of novel fiber-interrogation methods and the implementation of advanced optical signal processing strategies for enhancing their performance.

Our work covers both scientific and application perspectives, aiming to develop new technology and reach in-field testing in real-world environments.

The candidate will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out the work effectively.

He/she will have the opportunity to carry out international internships in prestigious research groups, and will participate in national and international congresses to disseminate the results of their research to the scientific community.

Qualifications

Educational Background:

A bachelor\'s or master\'s degree in a relevant field (e.g., photonics, physics, electrical engineering, telecommunications).

General Knowledge In Fiber Optics

A basic understanding of one or more of the following areas is preferred but not mandatory, as training will be provided:

Optical fiber sensing

Optical signal processing

Data processing

Linguistic Skills

Proficiency in English is highly valued.

Computer Skills

Basic knowledge of Matlab/Python is preferred.

Familiarity with LabView will be valued.

Application Process

Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae to M. Rosario Fernández at ******.

Suitable candidates will be contacted to arrange an online interview to provide more details.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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