Senior Research Engineer, Electrical Engineering

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Company: University at Buffalo

Location: Buffalo, NY 14221

Description:

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2024-2025

Position Title
Senior Research Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Classification Title
Principal Research Scientist (Non-exempt)

Department
Electrical Engineering

Posting Number
R250047

Posting Link
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/56332

Employer
Research Foundation

Position Type
RF Professional

Job Type
Full-Time

Appointment Term

Salary Grade
N/E.89

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Department of Electrical Engineering of University at Buffalo, is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to support research efforts in wireless Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) networking, the initial appointment is for one year, renewal is expected if progress is satisfactory, and funds are available. Duties in this role include:

  • Conduct cutting-edge research in the development and operational management of microwave and mmWave software radio used for projects related to zero-touch wireless UAV networking.
  • Conduct experimental and field work, including the design, fabrication, and test of UAVs and field experiments of the UAVs sensing and communications.
  • Collaborate and communicate with internal and external collaborators on on-going projects.
  • Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in academic journals and/or conference presentations.
  • Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
  • Mentor students on related research projects.


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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Applicants must be eligible to work within the United States in a full time capacity without visa sponsorship. Please do not apply if you cannot satisfy this requirement.
  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or other closely related fields.
  • Strong track-record of first-author publications in reputable academic journals and conferences.
  • Hands-on experience in UAVs fabrication and test.
  • Solid background in wireless communications and networking.
  • Demonstrated expertise in experimental research in wireless communications and testbed development.
  • Solid knowledge of unmanned aerial vehicles, microwave and mmWaves, software development, and digital twin.
  • Solid knowledge of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning.
  • Proficient in C, C++, Python, and MATLAB.
  • Strong communication skills in English.
  • Proven experience in USRP, FPGA, NS-3, and NSF PAWR platforms.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience with DoD sponsored research projects.
  • Relevant practical laboratory work experience or directly related experience with research techniques.
  • Proven research experience in zero-touch wireless UAV networking.
  • Proven research experience in cloud computing.
  • Proven research experience in software defined radios.


Physical Demands

Salary Range
$65,000 - $100,000

Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours

Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Campus
North Campus

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name
Zhangyu Guan

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
Associate Professor

Contact's Email
guan@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-645-1207

Posting Dates

Posted
03/25/2025

Deadline for applicants
Open until filled

Date to be filled

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Number of references required
1

Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant

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