RF/microwave antennas and devices (such as resonators, filters, phase shifters, and antennas) are widely used in communication and radar systems. There are various requirements on these devices, but normally small size and large bandwidth are desired features. An interdisciplinary team at the University of Liverpool has been working together for the past three years and has developed some special materials which are suitable for making these devices. There is a huge market for these new devices. The main aims of this project are 1) to further study these composite materials in order to meet the desired characteristics; 2) to develop a range of new RF/microwave devices which are of small size but wide bandwidth for mobile communication systems.
This exciting project is funded by a leading international telecom company while the High Frequency Engineering Group at the University of Liverpool is a world-leading group on RF/microwave devices and antennas and other related researches. We are seeking to appoint a self-motivated and intelligent individual to undertake this three-year PhD research programme. A suitable candidate should have a very good degree (1st or 2.1 Class BEng or MSc) in electrical engineering or physics and is familiar with antennas and RF/microwave engineering. Good knowledge of material science or electronic materials would be a bonus. He/she must be technically competent and committed to working enthusiastically with the research team to research and develop RF/microwave devices and antennas for future mobile communications.
To apply for this opportunity please email [Email Address Removed] by 26 July with:
• CV
• Supporting documents which should include one of your relevant papers or reports.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the 10th of Aug. 2021. We expect the successful candidate to start by the end of Oct 2021.