Postdoctoral Research Associate in Wi-Fi Device Fingerprinting - Grade 7

We seek to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to work on an EPSRC-funded project, focused on innovative radio frequency fingerprint identification (RFFI) for Wi-Fi.

You will join the team of Dr Junqing Zhang in the School of Computer Science and Informatics at the University of Liverpool. The project will focus on innovative and practical radio frequency fingerprint identification (RFFI) for Wi-Fi. You will design novel RFFI algorithms and further evaluate their performance using practical testbeds such as software-defined radio platforms.

You should have a PhD degree (or near completion) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related subject. Research experience in wireless communications and deep learning is essential. The project will also require you to demonstrate the ability and experience in channel measurements, software-defined radio, and Wi-Fi.

To fulfil all the deliverables of the project you will work closely with team members as well as external collaborators from Rice University, USA. You should be enthusiastic in the discipline, committed, and motivated, with an aptitude for independent working as well as working as part of a diverse, interdisciplinary team.  The post is available for up to 36 months.

To be considered for this post, you should include a cover letter that clearly highlights your skills, how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification below, and your career motivations.

If you are still awaiting your PhD to be awarded you will be appointed at Grade 6, spine point 30.  Upon written confirmation that you have been awarded your PhD, your salary will be increased to Grade 7, spine point 31.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Closing Date: 17 October 2025 23:30

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