Research Scientist- Open Rank (Working Title: Research Assistant Professor in Telecom)

Job Details Job ID: 292889 Location: Atlanta, GA Full-Time Job Summary The Signal Lab in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Tech is seeking a Research Scientist to lead and advance cutting‑edge research in the field of telecom. The role will involve research in 6G and wireless systems but also include lab management, business development, project management, cross‑institute collaborations and demonstrations, just to name a few. Responsibilities Research Leadership in 6G, Wireless Systems, and Emerging Technologies Lead and execute advanced research programs spanning 5G Advanced, 6G architectures, ISAC, semantic communications, agentic networking, RF sensing, and wireless intelligence. Design and evaluate novel algorithms, PHY/MAC prototypes, and end‑to‑end wireless stacks using SDRs, GPU‑accelerated systems, and cloud‑integrated infrastructure. Publish high‑impact papers, technical reports, and standards‑relevant contributions. 2. Lab Management and Testbed Operations Oversee daily operations of the Center for Wireless Intelligence research lab, including equipment procurement, spectrum tools, RF instrumentation, compute clusters, and software environments. Manage, maintain, and expand the outdoor wireless testbed (campus‑scale or city‑scale): radios, remote nodes, edge compute, backhaul, deployment logistics, calibration, and field testing. Ensure safety, compliance, documentation, inventory management, and continuous uptime of lab and testbed assets. Build automated pipelines for experiments, data collection, benchmarking, and reproducibility. 3. Affiliate Engagement, Business Development, and Partnerships Engage, onboard, and close new affiliate companies into the CWI affiliate program. Serve as technical liaison for affiliate members across telecom, semiconductor, cloud, defense, and AI domains. Define joint research thrusts, scoping documents, deliverables, and IP paths with partner organizations. Coordinate demos, campus visits, on‑site reviews, and technical deep‑dives for affiliates. 4. Project Management and PhD Mentorship Mentor PhD students, postdocs, and research engineers working on 6G, wireless intelligence, agentic systems, and related topics. Manage multi‑PI, multi‑institution, and affiliate‑funded projects, ensuring timely execution, deliverables, reporting, and stakeholder satisfaction. Provide technical direction, experiment planning, scheduling, milestones, and results dissemination. 5. Proposal Development and Funding Acquisition Lead and contribute to major proposals for federal, state, and institute‑level funding, including NSF, DARPA, IARPA, NIST, NIH, DoD, DOE, and industry research labs. Manage full proposal lifecycle: concept development, whitepapers, teaming, budget coordination, compliance, and final submission. Close new funding sources for the center through proactive outreach, consortium building, and strategic alignment with national priorities (6G, AI/ML for wireless, digital twins, robotics, cybersecurity, etc.). 6. Event and Program Management Plan and execute workshops, symposiums, demo days, affiliate reviews, student recruiting events, and cross‑center technical showcases. Coordinate logistics, speaker engagement, program design, marketing materials, and event follow‑ups. Support the institute in flagship campus events around wireless, AI, cybersecurity, and next‑generation connectivity. 7. Cross‑Institute Collaboration and Ecosystem Building Facilitate collaborations with GT centers, MITRE Labs, government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions. Represent the center in institute‑level initiatives, standards bodies, federal roadmaps, and 6G consortium efforts. Identify and develop synergy projects across AI, robotics, cybersecurity, energy systems, and digital twins where wireless is foundational. 8. Demonstrations, Prototypes, and Technology Transfer Build and showcase cutting‑edge wireless demonstrations involving the outdoor testbed, SDRs, AI‑native RAN components, ISAC sensors, and agentic network stacks. Support technology transition to sponsors, affiliates, and government partners through prototypes, datasets, documentation, and workshops. Required Qualifications Research Scientist/Engineer I Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related area. Research Scientist/Engineer II A Master's degree and three (3) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree. A Master's degree and five (5) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree. A Doctoral degree. Senior Research Scientist/Engineer A Master's degree and seven (7) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree. A Master's degree and nine (9) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree. A Doctoral degree and four (4) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree. Preferred Qualifications PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields with emphasis on wireless communications, signal processing, or 6G systems. Strong research record in wireless systems, PHY/MAC design, SDR prototyping, RF measurements, or AI for wireless. Hands‑on experience with real‑world wireless experimentation (SDRs, channel sounders, testbeds, OTA systems). Demonstrated experience in mentoring students or leading technical teams. Capability in writing and contributing to competitive research proposals. Strong communication and presentation skills for technical and non‑technical audiences. Experience managing labs, field deployments, RF equipment, and outdoor testbeds. Experience working with industry partners or government‑funded research teams. Background in ISAC, agentic networks, wireless digital twins, edge‑cloud integration, or GPU‑accelerated stacks. Track record of securing research funding or leading multi‑PI proposals. Experience organizing technical events, demos, or affiliate/industry review meetings. Contact Information Linda Dillon, Shalonda Williams and Lucretia Allen at View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, and services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel. This position does not require security clearance. Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Tech