Thursday, June 10, 2010

Job || Research Opportunity in Telecom || CAST

The Center for Advanced Studies in Telecommunication (CAST) is based at the COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Islamabad. 

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20 Positions for Fresh and Experienced PhDs at Center for Advanced Studies in Telecommunication (CAST), COMSATS, Islamabad


Our research interests span seven key areas: Wireless Sensor Networks, Optical Communications, Design Methodologies & Rapid Prototyping, Next Generation Networks, Bio-inspired Advanced IT, Automotive Systems, and Low Power Mobile Architecture. Faculty members, researchers and graduate students are from a diverse and international background with an excellent repertoire. The research activities of the various research groups at CAST are available at our website http://www.cast.net.pk

CAST is seeking highly motivated PhDs, both fresh and experienced, in the field of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. We are looking for researchers with interest in but not limited to the above mentioned areas. We have position for up to 20 PhDs and applications will be solicited until these posts are filled.

The ideal candidates will be researchers willing to work in a dynamic environment, where they can join existing R&D projects or initiate new ones. They should be prepared to make novel contribution to their field of interest. CAST is still a relatively new research center and hence provides an excellent opportunity for researchers with vision and initiative.
CAST offers an attractive package with competitive salaries and additional benefits which also depends on research profile and industrial experience.

Requirements
PhD degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field. Applicants who will be completing their doctorates in the next six months are also encouraged to apply. 
Applicants both fresh and experienced are encouraged to apply. 
Excellent problem solver with self-initiative. 
Well focused and dedicated. 
Able to communicate technically in areas outside field of expertise. 
Willing to mentor fresh researchers. 
Fluency in spoken and written English is also required

How to Apply
Applications should be furnished with complete curriculum vitae, list of publications and other materials as deemed necessary to evaluate applicant's research ability. 
We will accept applications until all 20 posts are filled. 
Informal inquiries are welcome.
Applications may be emailed at cast.hr@comsats.edu.pk or posted at address below:

In-charge, 
Human Resource 
Center for Advanced Studies in Telecommunication (CAST) 
COMSATS Institute of Information Technology Park Road, Chak Shahzad, Islamabad, Pakistan
Phone # +92-51-8318471 Ext: 252 
Website : www.cast.net.pk, 
Email: cast.hr@comsats.edu.pk

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02 Position for Lecturers/ Researchers

The Center for Advanced Studies in Telecommunication (CAST) at COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Park Road Chak Shahzad, Islamabad calls for applications to two PhD Student Positions in the field of Ultra Wideband (UWB) Communication and Automotives.
CAST consists of seven dynamic research groups. Faculty members, researchers and graduate students are from a diverse and international background with an excellent repertoire.
Applicants should hold MSc, or equivalent academic degree, in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering or related discipline, with previous experience in UWB and Automotives.
Fluency in spoken and written English is also required.
 Successful applicant will be prepared to make novel contributions to the field and is expected to present and publish in peer-reviewed conferences and journals. Internships at international universities or research institutions can be arranged in the course of the PhD research project.
The positions can be awarded for a period of up to four years, and will include 25% teaching/administrative duties. 
The positions are remunerated according to Higher Education Commission (HEC) salary levels in the national salary scheme.
Applicants are encouraged to submit an application letter, resume, statement of research, copies of transcripts, as well as name and email addresses of references as soon as possible.
*** Please mark subject "Positions for Lecturers/ Researchers"  in your email or at envelop.

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07  Positions for Research Associates:
The Center for Advanced Studies in Telecommunication (CAST) at COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Park Road Chak Shahzad, Islamabad calls for applications to Research Associate Positions in its seven dynamic research groups.

Research Groups at CAST are working in Software Define Radio (SDR), WiMAX technologies, GSM, Ultra Wide Band Imaging, Geographical Information System, Next Generation Networks, Bio-inspired Adv. IT, and Low Power Mobile Architecture. There are more than 13 international linkages, where CAST researchers are pursuing their Phds, MS and technical trainings. These linkages also include industrial giants as NOKIA (Finland), Infinion (Germany), Microsoft (Seattle) and Ericson (Sweden).

Applications should be furnished with complete CV.
*** Please mark subject "Positions for RA"  in your email or at envelop. 
***Positions shall remain open as long as they are filled with suitable candidates.
Applications may be emailed at cast.hr@comsats.edu.pk or posted at address below:
Manager, 
Human Resource 
Center for Advanced Studies in Telecommunication (CAST)
COMSATS Institute of Information Technology Park Road, Chak Shahzad, Islamabad, Pakistan 
Contact: +92 51 924 0419

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