Job description
The UCL Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering and
Plextek, a leader in low size, weight and power (SWaP) sensing and
communication systems, are coming together through a Knowledge Transfer
Partnership (KTP), a national scheme which helps businesses to innovate and
grow, by linking businesses with a university and a highly-qualified
graduate, known as a KTP Associate. We are now recruiting for a KTP
Associate who will work full-time on this innovative project putting the
latest academic research into practice, based at the Plextek’s offices.
This is a unique opportunity to gain commercial skills and experience,
working inside a dynamic business which is changing the face of electronics
and sensors, and working alongside world-leading academics on an innovative
and scientifically rigorous project.
The successful candidate would be working at The Plextek Building, London
Road, Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1NY
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for electronic engineering and computer
science postgraduates and postdocs to lead a project that will apply
cutting-edge research in digital coding, Radio Frequency and communication
in a brand-new way to the sensors industry. The KTP will create a hardware
solution that can both provide over the air communication as well as Radio
Frequency sensing in the form of an active or passive radar system. This
will involve developing new solutions, applying them in a real-world,
challenging environment to generate real impact in Plextek’s fast-moving
business environment. Plus, the successful candidate will be part of the
prestigious 40-year-old national Knowledge Transfer Partnership programme
offering a dedicated professional development budget, a network of fellow
Associates from many disciplines and training and mentoring opportunities.
Find out more about KTPs here: https://www.ktp-uk.org/graduates/
The role includes:
• Developing joint radar and communication algorithms vis simulation and
modelling
• Establishing a lab-based configuration to use a common code base to
configure hardware to perform sensing tasks.
• Conducting field trials to test outdoor environment scenarios
• Optimising a complex digital system that performs multiple roles
An acceptable DBS check is required to carry out this role. Candidates
requiring a visa can apply for this role. Nationality restrictions may
apply due to the location where the associate will be working.
Appointment at Grade 7 (£35,308 – £43,155 per annum) is dependent
upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial
appointment will be at Research Assistant Grade 6B (£31,502 –
£33,348 per annum) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of
final submission of the PhD thesis. Without a PhD, the candidate would be
appointed at Grade 6B.
The role is available for 30 months in the first instance.
About you
Applicants should possess an in-depth knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF)
sensing and signal processing, as well as knowledge of general research
techniques. The ability to manage code for a project in a way that enables
multiple users to develop on a singular code base with clear updates and
comments logged is essential.
Experience in programming digital systems, particularly FPGA systems is
desirable. It is advantageous for applicants to have an understanding of
modern Electronic Warfare systems and their digital processing methods.
Strong communication skills, a collaborative attitude and good project
management skills will ensure the KTP Associate fully enjoys the benefits
of their unique position at the interface between industry and academia,
including their close access to computer science experts from both.
Please access the job description at the bottom of the page for more details regarding the requirements for the role, as well as more information regarding KTP programmes, Plextek and UCL.
Project description
The KTP will create a hardware solution that can both provide over the air communication as well as Radio Frequency sensing in the form of an active or passive radar system.
About the business
Technology consultancy
Electronic Engineering, Radio Frequency Systems
Engineering
MSc, PhD
17 May 2023
14 June 2023
14 August 2023
B04-03758
The UCL Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Plextek, a leader in low size, weight and power (SWaP) sensing and communication systems, are coming together through a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP), a national scheme which helps businesses to innovate and grow, by linking businesses with a university and a highly-qualified graduate, known as a KTP Associate. We are now recruiting for a KTP Associate who will work full-time on this innovative project putting the latest academic research into practice, based at the Plextek’s offices. This is a unique opportunity to gain commercial skills and experience, working inside a dynamic business which is changing the face of electronics and sensors, and working alongside world-leading academics on an innovative and scientifically rigorous project.
The successful candidate would be working at The Plextek Building, London Road, Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1NY
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for electronic engineering and computer science postgraduates and postdocs to lead a project that will apply cutting-edge research in digital coding, Radio Frequency and communication in a brand-new way to the sensors industry. The KTP will create a hardware solution that can both provide over the air communication as well as Radio Frequency sensing in the form of an active or passive radar system. This will involve developing new solutions, applying them in a real-world, challenging environment to generate real impact in Plextek’s fast-moving business environment. Plus, the successful candidate will be part of the prestigious 40-year-old national Knowledge Transfer Partnership programme offering a dedicated professional development budget, a network of fellow Associates from many disciplines and training and mentoring opportunities. Find out more about KTPs here: https://www.ktp-uk.org/graduates/
The role includes:
• Developing joint radar and communication algorithms vis simulation and modelling
• Establishing a lab-based configuration to use a common code base to configure hardware to perform sensing tasks.
• Conducting field trials to test outdoor environment scenarios
• Optimising a complex digital system that performs multiple roles
An acceptable DBS check is required to carry out this role. Candidates requiring a visa can apply for this role. Nationality restrictions may apply due to the location where the associate will be working.
Appointment at Grade 7 (£35,308 – £43,155 per annum) is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be at Research Assistant Grade 6B (£31,502 – £33,348 per annum) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD thesis. Without a PhD, the candidate would be appointed at Grade 6B.
The role is available for 30 months in the first instance.
About you
Applicants should possess an in-depth knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) sensing and signal processing, as well as knowledge of general research techniques. The ability to manage code for a project in a way that enables multiple users to develop on a singular code base with clear updates and comments logged is essential.
Experience in programming digital systems, particularly FPGA systems is desirable. It is advantageous for applicants to have an understanding of modern Electronic Warfare systems and their digital processing methods.
Strong communication skills, a collaborative attitude and good project management skills will ensure the KTP Associate fully enjoys the benefits of their unique position at the interface between industry and academia, including their close access to computer science experts from both.
Please access the job description at the bottom of the page for more details regarding the requirements for the role, as well as more information regarding KTP programmes, Plextek and UCL.