Scientist WiFi8 Standardization
Future. Discover. Together. Innovations for the digital society of tomorrow are the focus of research and development work at the Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, HHI. The Fraunhofer HHI is a world leader in research into mobile and optical communication networks and systems as well as the coding of video signals and data processing. The Department of Wireless Communications and Networks is recruiting research engineers in the field of wireless system design for WiFi8. Future wireless will support new services and use cases beyond traditional communication such as integrated sensing and communication, XR/immersive communication and AI-based services. Key design objectives for WiFi8 include increased speed, enhanced efficiency, lower latency, and extended range.
What you will do
• Your tasks will include the design and development of wireless communication systems and protocols. • Your work includes analysis of standard contributions, observation of technology trends, identification of improvements, and development of technical solutions matching to the scope of IEEE. • You will attend standardization meetings and present related proposals in the selected IEEE working groups. The areas of interest can include mobility enhancements, extended sensing and reporting, integration of AI-ML, streamlining of network functions and interactions, interfaces and protocols, extending MIMO technologies using beamforming, as well as operation in higher frequency ranges. Further topics of relevance can include Wider bandwidth with operation in the 6GHz band or above Optimized MU-MIMO technology and cooperative access points in distributed MIMO systems Cell-free design for distributed MIMO systems Integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) The scientific work offers the possibility of a doctorate.
What you bring to the table
Bachelors, Masters, or a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical field > 1 years of related experience or equivalent experience in wireless communications > 1 years of experience working with IEEE WiFi standards Strong background in wireless communication with emphasis on medium PHY or MAC, machine learning and WiFi procedures Excellent analytical understanding and research skills Creative thinking and interest in new technologies Self-motivated, proactive, you feel competent and confident in international environments Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English Preferred qualifications: > 2 years of wireless standardization experience, preferable in IEEE WiFi working groups Experience in digital signal processing in wireless communication systems Experience with technologies in vertical industries
What you can expect
Fascinating challenges in a scientific and entrepreneurial setting Attractive salary package according to TvöD with 30 vacation days, pension scheme (VBL), wealth creation benefits (VWL) Modern and excellently equipped workspace in a central location in Berlin Great and cooperative working atmosphere in an international team Flexible working hours Support if you wish to do a doctorate Opportunities to work from home Extensive training-, health- and sports offers Various employee discounts and discounted BVG tickets Offers for families (parent-child office, emergency care, leisure activities, etc.)
The position is initially limited to 2 years. An extension is explicitly desired.
The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
Dr.- Ing. Thomas Haustein phone: +49 173 7306 197 Dipl.-Inform. Thomas Wirth phone: +49 30 31002 516
Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI
Requisition Number: 79215 Application Deadline: 06/15/2025
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