Research and Development and Innovation Consortium
Open position: Researcher
The Research and Development and Innovation Consortium (RDIC) opens a position for a “Researcher” in the Intelligent Communication Infrastructures Laboratory for the implementation of activities under project No. BG16RFPR002-1.014-0014-C01 “Development Program with a Business Plan for the Laboratory Complex of Sofia Tech Park”.
Information about the laboratory:
The Intelligent Communication Infrastructures Laboratory (ICI Lab) is focused on performing research, development, and innovations in the field of modern communication technologies, with a focus on 5G/6G networks, IoT, intelligent transport systems, critical communications and infrastructures. The main mission of ICI Lab is the development and implementation of innovative solutions with a high impact on society and industry. The laboratory works in close cooperation with academic institutions, industrial partners and the public sector.
Functions related to the position:
Implementation of activities under Work Package 4 of the project:
- Intelligent Communication Infrastructures (ICI) for Smart City Connectivity, Services and Applications – Reliable and Situational Communications.
- ICI-for Smart City Connectivity, Services and Applications – ISAC based on Artificial Intelligence for Future Transport Systems.
Responsibilities:
- Performs research in the field of communication technologies, including mobile networks, IoT and communications for critical applications;
- Participates in joint research tasks with partners from the academic, industrial and public sectors;
- Prepares scientific publications, technical reports and demonstration prototypes related to next-generation communication systems (5G/6G);
Expertise and requirements:
- MSc degree
- Knowledge and experience in the following areas:
- Mobile communications (4G/5G/6G), wireless technologies;
- Communication protocols, IoT architectures;
- Simulation environments and tools (e.g. NS-3, OMNeT++, MATLAB);
- Cybersecurity in communication networks (advantage);
- Excellent command of English (a second foreign language is an advantage);
- Initiative, communication skills and ability to work in a team.
Conditions:
- Appointment on a fixed-term employment contract
- Employment: 8 hours per day
- Opportunities for training, knowledge exchange and professional development at the national and international level
- Work in the first science and technology park in Bulgaria with a modern and high-tech laboratory infrastructure
- Competitive working conditions and remuneration, corresponding to your skills and experience
Application
Apply with a CV/resume and a copy of diplomas, certificates, attestations and others, proving qualifications, experience and competencies.
For application and more information about the activities and objectives of the project, as well as the terms of the specific announcement:
Contact: Alexandra Nikolova, Project Manager at Sofia Tech Park: 0889 900 615, [email protected]
Application deadline: 08.08.2025
The project aims to build sustainable and leading capacity at both national and European level for the development and implementation of innovative technological solutions of high societal importance, aimed at overcoming urban challenges by 2030 and in the long term.
Project No. BG16RFPR002-1.014-0014-C01 “Development Program with Business Plan for the Laboratory Complex of Sofia Tech Park” is implemented under the “Research, Innovation and Digitalization for Smart Transformation” Program, co-financed by the European Union, through the European Regional Development Fund.