PhD on information theory for communication and sensing

Short Description

We are recruiting a PhD researcher to work on information theory for communication and sensing. This is a full-time position for four years and will be based in the Information and Communication Theory (ICT) Lab within the Electrical Engineering (EE) Department at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e).

Job Description

The successful candidate will work on the ERC-funded project “Information Theoretic Foundations of Joint Communication and Sensing”. The focus is on developing a principled information theoretic framework for wireless systems that integrate communication and sensing functions. The goal is to establish fundamental performance limits and trade-offs; and provide guiding principles for the design of efficient and reliable schemes.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to explore related topics in Shannon theory, source and channel coding and statistical signal processing. The specific topic of research will be determined in consultation with the PI (Dr. Hamdi Joudeh), with whom the successful candidate will work closely. The successful candidate is expected to participate in research and teaching activities of the PI’s research group. 

Job Requirements

• MSc degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related fields.
• Background in information theory, communications and signal processing.
• Knowledge of radar signal processing and/or coding theory is a plus.
• Proficiency in English (C1 level).

Conditions of Employment

You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you: 

• Full-time employment for four years, with an intermediate assessment after nine months. You will spend a minimum of 10% of your four-year employment on teaching tasks, with a maximum of 15% per year of your employment. 
• Salary and benefits (such as a pension scheme, paid pregnancy and maternity leave, partially paid parental leave) in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale P (min. € 3,059 - max. € 3,881).  
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%. 
• High-quality training programs and other support to grow into a self-aware, autonomous scientific researcher. At TU/e we challenge you to take charge of your own learning process. 
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.  
• An allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs. 
• A Staff Immigration Team and a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) for international candidates. 

Information and application

About us

Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is one of Europe’s top technological universities, situated in the heart of one of Europe’s largest high-tech innovation ecosystems. Research at TU/e is characterized by a combination of academic excellence and a strong real-world impact. This impact is often obtained via close collaboration with high-tech industries. 

Research related to this position will be carried out in the ICT Lab within the EE Department, under the supervision of Dr. Hamdi Joudeh.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact Dr. Hamdi Joudeh, Associate Professor, at h.joudeh@tue.nl.

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Application

We invite you to submit a complete application by using the apply button. The application should include a:

• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• A very brief cover letter explaining your motivation and suitability for this position.
• Copies of diplomas and transcripts (with course grades).
• MSc thesis and relevant submitted or published papers (if applicable).
• Contact information of two references.

Timeline

Application Deadline: 23 November 2025 (applicants will be considered on a rolling basis)

Starting Date: As soon as possible after recruitment.