MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Candidates: The University of Oulu is inviting applications for the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship in Active Physical Intelligence dedicated to advancing 6G systems. This opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their careers in a top-tier research environment.
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship Candidates in Active Physical Intelligence for 6G Systems
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship)
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | University of Oulu |
| Department | Centre for Wireless Communications (CWC) |
| Location | Oulu, Finland |
| Application Deadline | April 12th, 2026 |
Research Area
- Semantic and token-based communication
- Multimodal world models
- Distributed edge AI, physical AI
- Network resilience
Eligibility/Qualification
- Recent PhD (preferably awarded in 2021 or later) in Electrical and Communications Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
- Strong publication track record in high-impact IEEE journals and AI flagship conferences (e.g., Neurips, ICML).
- Proficient in wireless communications, active inference, signal processing, or machine learning.
- Excellent command of English and strong interpersonal skills.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct original academic research related to the funded proposal.
- Supervise or co-supervise students and junior researchers.
- Publish in high-impact journals and conferences.
- Collaborate with the research team and external partners.
How to Apply
Submit the following documents as a single PDF file to mehdi.bennis@oulu.fi with the subject line “MSCA-PF 2026: Expression of Interest” by April 12th, 2026:
- Cover Letter (1 page)
- CV, including a complete publications list
- Short project idea (1–2 pages) expressing alignment with the outlined research topics.
Last Date for Apply
April 12th, 2026
For more information or informal inquiries, please contact:
- Prof. Mehdi Bennis – mehdi.bennis@oulu.fi
- Associate Professor Sumudu Samarakoon – sumudu.samarakoon@oulu.fi








