PhD Candidate in RF/antenna design for GNSS reflectometry from small satellites

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. We are searching for a creative, skilled, and ambitious candidate for our activities on how we can detect objects at sea using GNSS reflectometry.

About the project

The signals originating from the global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) when they are reflected from the Earth, contain information about the geographical area the signals are reflected by. In this project, we want to investigate if we can use these signals of opportunity to detect objects, such as ships. Our main research question is: How can small and relatively cheap satellites with passive radio payloads utilize reflected signals of opportunity to contribute to a better maritime situational awareness?

Duties of the position

• Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate.
• Carry out research of good quality within the framework described above.
• Academic publications and popular science dissemination.
• Participate in the research group SmallSatLab.
• Participate in international activities such as conferences and/or research stays.
• Teaching duties at the department (depending on profile and need).