PhD - Integrated Sensing and Communication for UAV and Non-Terrestrial Networks at Tyndall National Institute

Department: Postgraduates, Studentships & Internships

Compensation

€25,000/yr

Location: Dublin
Type: Full-time, Other
Level: intern
Posted: Sep 24, 2026

Description

Tyndall National Institute is seeking a PhD researcher to develop integrated sensing and communication technologies for UAV and non-terrestrial networks. The role involves theoretical and experimental research, including signal processing algorithms, waveform and beamforming design, software implementation, software-defined-radio and programmable-hardware deployment, and outdoor field trials. The project is based in Dublin, offers a tax-free €25,000 annual stipend and tuition coverage, and runs for four years.

Required Skills

Signal processing
Beamforming
Python
MATLAB
C++
GNU Radio
Software-defined radio
UAV systems
Localisation

Additional Information

Minimum Education: First-class or upper-second-class honours Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, MEngSc, or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline
Required Previous Experiences: Strong background in wireless communications and communication theory
Strong background in digital signal processing
Strong background in RF systems, antennas, radar, or sensing systems
Strong background in machine learning or AI for wireless signal processing
Strong background in software-defined radio or embedded wireless systems
Strong background in UAV systems, robotics, navigation, or localisation
Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with software-defined radios, embedded systems, RF test equipment, or experimental wireless platforms
Familiarity with wireless standards such as 5G/6G, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth
Familiarity with beamforming, direction-of-arrival estimation, localisation, Kalman filtering, tracking, detection theory, or radar-style signal processing
Experience with Python, MATLAB, C++, Julia, GNU Radio, PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar environments
Prior experience with UAVs, robotics, outdoor field trials, measurement campaigns, or real-world experimental validation
Translation Company Name: Tyndall National Institute

About Tyndall National Institute

Tyndall National Institute

deep-tech research

Tyndall, Ireland’s largest deep-tech research centre, excels in ICT, photonics, and electronics. In partnership with UCC, we transform research into impactful products.

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