Posting Number S05795P Position Title Research Associate Functional Title O-RAN RIC and Interoperability Test Engineer Department Electrical and Computer Engineering Salary Range $75,000 Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 07/23/2024 Posting Close Date 07/31/2024 Open Until Filled No Desired Start Date 08/01/2024 Job Summary The O-RAN T&E Facility at UT Dallas is searching for Research Engineers to drive infrastructure development, management, and O-RAN Testing and Integration activities. UT Dallas O-RAN T&E Facility houses advanced facilities equipment and related resources for cutting-edge wireless network research and development. The Facility supports research in O-RAN RICs, interoperability, and performance tests, etc., The person hired for this position will: (i) Lead the management and evolution of the UT Dallas O-RAN T&E facility; (ii) Coordinate the integration and testing of commercial 5G/6G cellular equipment; and (iii) Participate in external activities such as conducting tutorials, demonstrations, publishing research work, and attending/participating in professional conferences. Minimum Education and Experience Ph.D in a related field. Preferred Education and Experience ● Ph.D. in Computer and/or Electrical Engineering or equivalent, ● Development experience with bash scripting, C++, and Python programming languages, ● Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment frameworks (CI/CD) such as Jenkins and Ansible, and with software-defined radios, ● Proficiency in O-RAN RICs and software development lifecycle management, ● Proficiency in NFV/SDN design, implementation, and testing, ● Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary environment across O-RAN, computer engineering, and networking systems domains. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities/Accountabilities: ● 50% - Management and evolution of the UT Dallas O-RAN T&E Facility, ● 35% - Testcase preparation and automation of interoperability Open RAN testing, ● 15% - Coordination of the broader O-RAN T&E activities. Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information What We Can Offer Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: * Competitive Salary * Tuition Benefits * Internal Training * BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100% paid for full-time employees * PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits for both children & adults * Vision Insurance * Long and short-term disability * TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement * Option Retirement Program (ORP) - in lieu of TRS for eligible employees * Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans * Free Dental/Vision/AD&D - for eligible employees who waive UTD medical & have outside group medical coverage * Paid time off * Paid Holidays * Paid Winter Break * Fertility Benefits Special Instructions Summary Important Message 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.