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The Johns Hopkins University

Postdoctoral Fellow (PREP0003748)

The Johns Hopkins University, Gaithersburg, Maryland, us, 20883

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Requisition Requisition #: A-172442-26

Position

Status: Full Time

Type: Post Doc

School: Whiting School of Engineering

Department/Program: Commercial and Government Programs Office

Location: Gaithersburg, MD 20899

Closing Date: Open until filled

Pay

$84,000 - $89,000 a year

General Description PREP Research Associate

– This position is part of the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program. NIST recognizes that its research staff may wish to collaborate with researchers at academic institutions on specific projects of mutual interest, thus requires that such institutions must be the recipient of a PREP award. The PREP program requires staff from a wide range of backgrounds to work on scientific research in many areas. Employees in this position will perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration.

Research Title Modeling aggregate radio frequency emissions from outdoor 4G and 5G cellular deployments

The Work Will Entail Conduct research comparing models of received aggregate radio frequency (RF) emissions from 4G and 5G cellular deployments. Examine effects of different path loss and clutter models on individual emitter contributions and aggregate emission calculations. Compare model predictions to field measurements from ongoing NIST projects.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement algorithms and models for aggregate RF emissions using Python and or MATLAB.

Process field measurements and compare with modeled results using various simulation tools.

Collaborate with other researchers and engineers to advance the state‑of‑the‑art in aggregate emissions modelling and analysis.

Present research findings in peer‑reviewed publications and presentations.

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship.

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field received within the last 5 years.

Strong background in electromagnetic propagation.

Strong background in wireless communication systems and technologies.

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and MATLAB.

Ability to collaborate effectively with research professionals and work independently.

Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Preferred: Strong background in signal processing and statistics.

Preferred: Track record of peer‑reviewed publications.

Application Instructions Please upload the following documents with your application:

CV/Resume (limit to 3 pages, include valid email address for contact info). CVs that include self‑portraits, phone number, home address, citizenship status, languages spoken, or gender will not be considered.

Other required documents as listed by the employer (e.g., transcripts, references).

To apply for this position, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/172442

Equal Opportunity Employer The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. The university is committed to providing qualified individuals access to all academic and employment programs, benefits and activities on the basis of demonstrated ability, performance and merit without regard to personal factors that are irrelevant to the program involved.

EEO Statement EEO Is The Law. For more information, visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre‑employment background check including education verification.

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