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Research Assistant Positions — Wireless Propagation Modeling & Electromagnetic Simulation (Starting immediately)

The Millimeter Wave Circuits Antennas Lab in the ECE Dept, University of Arizona is seeking multiple undergraduate and graduate students for research positions supporting a project on large-area wireless propagation modeling over realistic terrain environments.

Project Scope

The project involves high-fidelity electromagnetic simulation and analysis over multi-square-kilometer regions using accurate digital elevation models (DEMs) and advanced propagation solvers. Students will work with industry-standard EM and ray-tracing tools, including:

  • Remcom Wireless InSite (ray-tracing and propagation modeling)
  • ANSYS HFSS (full-wave FEM simulation)
  • SBR/SBR+-based solvers for electrically large environments

The work contributes to research in RF propagation, wireless sensing, microwave engineering and applied electromagnetics for complex outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

  • Configure and execute large-scale propagation simulations using real terrain datasets
  • Develop and validate EM models for antennas, scatterers and propagation channels
  • Perform data analysis, visualization and interpretation of simulation outputs
  • Document methodologies and results in a clear, reproducible manner
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary research team and participate in technical discussions
  • Up to 20 hours during semesters and 40 hours during summer

Required Qualifications

  • Strong academic background in electromagnetics, including wave propagation, antennas, or RF systems
  • Ability to learn and master advanced EM simulation software
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Self-motivated, hard-working and able to maintain a “can-do” approach to technical challenges

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with EM simulation tools (HFSS, CST, FEKO, Wireless InSite, etc.)
  • Familiarity with ray-tracing, propagation modeling, or large-scale EM analysis
  • Programming or scripting experience (Python, MATLAB) for automation and data processing
  • U.S. citizens or permanent residents (green card holders) preferred

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit:

  • A brief statement of interest
  • A CV or resume
  • A list of relevant coursework or prior project experience

Please send materials to Prof. Hao Xin (hxin@arizona.edu). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

Open Positions for Undergraduate and Graduate Students:

The Millimeter Wave Circuits Antennas Lab in the ECE Dept, University of Arizona is seeking multiple undergraduate and graduate students for research positions supporting a project on large-area wireless propagation modeling over realistic terrain environments. Please send materials to Prof. Hao Xin (hxin@arizona.edu). Strong electromagnetics background and fast learning of modern computational software are required.

The positions will start immediately with up to 20 hours during the semester and up to 40 hours for the summer. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

We are currently looking for 2 - 3 energetic and motivated post-doc researchers to work on a variety of microwave engineering related applications including wireless communication, sensing and imaging. The postdoctoral researchers will participate in a number of cutting-edge research projects as well as provide guidance and supervision to a team of PhD and MS level graduate students.

Additional minimum qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Optical Sciences/Engineering, Mathematics, OR related discipline
  • Strong self-motivation, capability in learning challenging and new topics
  • Strong experience in hardware and software in various microwave engineering areas
  • Demonstrated ability for independent creative research with associated publication record
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience in thermoacoustic imaging hardware and signal processing, or related biomedical imaging based on microwave and / or ultrsound
  • Experience in phased array antenna design and testing
  • Experience with mm-wave technology
  • Experience with electromagnetic simulation tools (i.e., HFSS, CST, COMSOL, etc.)
  • Experience with computational sensor systems
  • Experience with radar signal processing, image processing, etc.
  • Experience with MATLAB
  • Experience with one or more high-level programming languages (C, C++, etc.)

 

Please contact Professor Hao Xin if you are interested.


We are constantly looking for graduate and undergraduate students with enthusiasm and inspiration to do high quality research in the microwave, millimeter wave and THz circuits, antennas and application fields.