Job Purpose

To make a leading contribution to the ongoing research in optical wireless communications and sensing. The role requires expert knowledge in information theory, optimisation theory, physical layer design, machine learning, and their applications to wireless communications.

The successful candidate will also contribute to the formulation and submission of high-quality research publications and proposals, and will help manage and direct a complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.

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For informal enquiries or further information about the project, please contact Dr Hanaa Abumarshoud (Hanaa.Abumarshoud@glasgow.ac.uk)

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal Investigator:

1.       Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.

2.       Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.

3.       Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/School/Research Group, including contributing to publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.

4.       Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the subject area, and develop/implement a suitable research strategy

5.       Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.

6.       Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.

7.       Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community.

8.       Contribute to the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.

9.       Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.

10.    Be responsible for safety management related to the organisation and running of Laboratory and/or Experimental techniques, equipment and processes as appropriate.

11.    Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

12.    Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.

13.    Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, World Changers Welcome.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge &Qualifications

Essential:

A1 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) plus track record of emerging independence within a research/professional environment, or alternatively possess professional qualifications and experience equivalent to PhD level plus the requisite experience.

A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of information theory, optimisation theory, physical layer design, machine learning, and their applications to wireless communications.

A3 Expert knowledge of simulation development tools such as MATLAB.

A4 Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area or subject specialism.

Desirable:

B1 Specialist knowledge in optical wireless systems such as visible light communications and LiFi.

B2 Experience with experimental system design, implementation, and validation in optical wireless communications, sensing systems, or related areas.

Skills

Essential:

C1 Excellent skills in programming, algorithm development, and mathematical modelling.

C2 Research creativity and cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.

C3 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely.

C4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.

C5 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skills

C6 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.

C7 Self-motivation, initiative and independent thought/working.

C8 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach.

C9 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the wider subject area or subject specialism.

Desirable:

D1 Experience with ray tracing simulation tools such as Zemax OpticStudio.

D2 Experience with the application of machine learning techniques.

Experience

Essential:

E1 Sufficient relevant research experience (or equivalent) appropriate to an early career researcher.

E2 Experience with design, simulation, evaluation, and optimisation of wireless communications systems.

E3 Experience of conducting systematic reviews in relevant area.

E4 Experience of scientific writing.

E5 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner.

E6 Evidence of an emerging track record of publications in a relevant field.

E7 A track record of presentation and publication of research results in quality journals/conferences.

E8 Experience of making a leading contribution in academic activities.

E9 Ability to demonstrate a degree of independence as illustrated by identification of project objectives from assessment of the literature, design & analysis of experiments & drafting of papers.

E10 Experience in undertaking independent research.

E11 Experience of making distinct contributions to identifying and pursuing research funding (or equivalent business development) applications.

E12 Proven commitment to supporting the career development of colleagues and to other forms of collegiality appropriate to the career stage, including some experience of research project supervision.

E13 Commitment to open research, as appropriate to the discipline, through open data, open code, open educational resources and practices that support replication.

Desirable:

F1 An emerging national or international reputation.

F2 Experience of participating in activities that translate research into impact to benefit the economy and wider society.

F3 Experience of contributing to the design and delivery of teaching and assessment in higher education or other relevant environments.

Closing date:  5 September 2025

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 7, £41,064 - £46,049 per annum.

This post is full time, and has funding for up to 24 months, with the possibility of being extended by a further 12 months.

The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.  If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Please note that this post may be eligible to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa route if tradeable points can be used under the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University  https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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