Research Assistant/Associate

Research Assistant/Associate on Powerless Wireless Power Transfer

The hired research assistant/associate will work on the design, development, implementation, and testing of  RF/microwave components and sub-systems for wireless power transfer (WPT) in the Biomedical EM Lab at Singapore University of Technology and Design (http://www.biomed-em.org). The contract is 1 year (renewable).

Project Description

The project is to investigate the design possibilities of a compact, efficient, and wideband antenna/radiator suitable for wireless energy harvesting (WEH)/WPT. This exploration will span both conductive and magnetoelectric (ME) antennas. Our study will consider WIFI, power from base stations, and WPT as potential power sources.

Job Scopes:

• Conduct literature review in relevant areas
• Assist the designs and development of small antennas/radiators for WEH/WPT using commercial EM software
• Test and characterization of RF/microwave circuit components
• Facilitate antenna/radiator fabrications and testing
• Collect data
• Documentations (reports, potentially conference papers and journal papers)

Your profile

We are looking for a researcher with the following expertise and skills,

• Knowledge on microwave engineering, especially antenna theories and transmission line theories
• EM simulation software (e.g., CST)
• Testing and characterization of RF/microwave devices or components
• Research or design experience on WEH/WPT and/or antenna designs (preferred)
• Python/Matlab coding
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
• A good team player