Predoc Scientist (all genders welcome) | Wireless Sensing or Drone Coordination

The University of Klagenfurt, with approximately 1,700 employees and over 13,000 students, is located in the Alps-Adriatic region and consistently achieves excellent placements in rankings. The motto “per aspera ad astra” underscores our firm commitment to the pursuit of excellence in all activities in research, teaching and university management. The principles of equality, diversity, health, sustainability and compatibility of work and family life serve as the foundation for our work at the university.

The University of Klagenfurt is in the process of establishing a Karl Popper Kolleg (graduate school) entitled “FruitScope: A DroneScope for Smart Agriculture”. The following position is open for applicants at this school with an anticipated starting date of February 1, 2026:

Predoc Scientist (all genders welcome) | Wireless Sensing or Drone Coordination

Level of employment: 75 % (30 hours per week)

Minimum salary: € 39,005.40 per annum (gross); classification according to collective bargaining agreement: B1

Limited to: 3 years

Application deadline: December 10, 2025

Reference code: 338-1/25

Prerequisites for the appointment:

Completed Master's or Diploma degree in electrical engineering, information and communication engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science or related fields

Proven knowledge and experience in at least one of the following areas: (1) wireless communication and sensing, (2) mobile robot coordination or (3) signal processing for wireless systems

Proven programming skills in at least one of the following languages: C/C++, Java, Python, or similar

Fluency in English (both written and spoken)