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Research Fellow in Edge Computing for 6G networks

University of Leeds - School of Electronic & Electrical Engineering

Location: Leeds
Salary: £39,355 to £46,735 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 11th July 2025
Closes: 10th August 2025
Job Ref: EPSEE1145

The 6G National Research Programme is at the forefront of pioneering research and development in the field of 6G technologies. As part of the Communications Hub for Empowering Distributed Cloud Computing Applications and Research (CHEDDAR), we are focused on advancing the integration of UK expertise in communications and networking to maintain the country's leadership in 6G technologies. Our research is generously funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the Department of Science, Innovation, and Technologies (DSIT). By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with leading experts nationwide and contribute to groundbreaking projects in the field.

We are seeking a Research Fellow to join our team and lead the research efforts in the domain of Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) and its integration within 6G Network within CHEDDAR. As part of the CHEDDAR Hub, you will work alongside a diverse group of researchers dedicated to pushing the boundaries of 6G technology. Your primary responsibility will be to spearhead research initiatives aimed at developing the domain of Edge Computing for 6G Networks. 

Holding a PhD (or have submitted your thesis before taking up the role) in Electronic and Electrical Engineering or a closely allied discipline, you will have a background in cloud technologies for communication systems, and in programming with proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. Python, Java, Rust, C/C++). 

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Dr Syed Zaidi, Associate Professor 

Tel: +44 (0)113 343 5241

Email: S.A.Zaidi@leeds.ac.uk 

OR

Dr Maryam Hafeez, Associate Professor 

Email: M.Hafeez@leeds.ac.uk 

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information, please visit the Government’s Skilled Worker visa page.

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information, please visit the Government’s page, Apply for the Global Talent visa.

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