What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ph.D. Intern, 6G Wireless Systems position at InterDigital Communications, Inc.?
About InterDigital
InterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence (“AI”), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today’s most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq. InterDigital is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc.
For more information, visit: https://www.interdigital.com/
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Carry out cutting-edge research in physical layer and air-interface design for next generation mobile communications systems
Research, analyze and evaluate cellular systems and develop wireless protocol designs using
Theoretical and mathematical analysis
Link-level simulations
System-level simulations
Design and develop MATLAB based link-level, or system-level simulations for 6G and beyond
Investigate, survey literature, and present summaries on the state-of-the-art
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and/or technical papers surveying state of the art, describing design and development efforts, and presenting evaluation results
Drive technology generation and disclosure writing and supporting patent applications and downstream support
Qualifications
Ph.D. student in Electrical Engineering or related field (Ph.D. preferred)
Experience in link level and/or system level simulations and high proficiency with MATLAB and source control tool (e.g., GitHub) is required
Strong background in wireless communication fundamentals
Familiarity with cellular systems standards (3GPP 4G LTE and 5G) is preferred
Research experience in wireless with a track record of peer-reviewed publications
Strong analytical and research skills
Ability to thrive in an innovative, dynamic, and research-oriented work environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including strong presentation skills
Location: Conshohocken, PA
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