Doctoral student in Electrical Engineering with focus on electromagnetic field theory - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Subject description
Electrical Engineering at LTH comprises electromagnetic field theory, electronics, networks, security, signal processing, and wireless and wired communication. The aim of research within the field is to arrive at an understanding of the underlying physical context through theoretical and experimental methods, and to formulate, realise and verify effective solutions in different applications. This position focuses on electromagnetic field theory.

Work duties
The basis for the research and teaching activities in electromagnetic field theory is the fundamental macroscopic electromagnetic laws (Maxwell’s equations) as they apply to the generation and propagation of electromagnetic effects in vacuum or in material media. Special emphasis is also given to the theoretical study of the various devices that can be constructed to amplify and regulate these effects. In our ambition to meet these goals all methods analytic, numerical, and measurements are relevant to us.

Many modern platforms such as cars, aircrafts and boats are equipped with a number of wireless sensor systems. In order to reduce the area needed for each sensor, it is desirable with multi-functional antenna apertures, where several antenna functions can coexist at different frequencies. In the context of this employment, we intend to develop antenna elements for an array antenna that can coexist with another array antenna at significantly higher frequency, i.e., the antenna element should work very well at its fundamental frequency and be virtually invisible on another. We also intend to develop metrics for interaction between these array antennas that can be used for computer-based optimization. The position includes analysis and further development of existing solutions, use of electromagnetic field theory (especially scattering theory) to identify potential new solutions, and verification mainly through numerical simulations, but experimental verification of prototypes may also be relevant.

The main duties of doctoral students are to devote themselves to their research studies which includes participating in research projects and third cycle courses. The work duties will also include teaching and other departmental duties (no more than 20%).

Admission requirements
A person meets the general admission requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if he or she:

• has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or
• has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second cycle, or
• has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.

A person meets the specific admission requirements for third cycle studies in Electrical Engineering if he or she has:

• at least 60 second-cycle credits in subjects of relevance to electrical engineering, or
• a MSc in Engineering in biomedical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, engineering mathematics, nanoengineering, engineering physics or information and communication engineering.

Finally, the student must be judged to have the potential to complete the programme.

Additional requirements:

• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Very good knowledge of electromagnetic field theory.

Assessment criteria
Selection for third-cycle studies is based on the student’s potential to profit from such studies. The assessment of potential is made primarily on the basis of academic results from the first and second cycle. Special attention is paid to the following:

1. Knowledge and skills relevant to the thesis project and the subject of study.
2. An assessment of ability to work independently and to formulate and tackle research problems.
3. Written and oral communication skills
4. Other experience relevant to the third-cycle studies, e.g. professional experience.

Other assessment criteria:

• Experience in scattering theory problems.
• Experience in numerical simulation and optimization in electromagnetism.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant, through his or her experience and skills, is deemed to have the abilities necessary for successfully completing the third cycle programme.

Terms of employment
Only those admitted to third cycle studies may be appointed to a doctoral studentship. Third cycle studies at LTH consist of full-time studies for 4 years. A doctoral studentship is a fixed-term employment of a maximum of 5 years (including 20% departmental duties). Doctoral studentships are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), chapter 5, 1-7 §.

Instructions on how to apply
Applications shall be written in English and include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the research project corresponds to your interests and educational background. The application must also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).

You are also required to answer the job specific questions.