Doctoral student in passive radar for Earth Observation

Advance Earth Observation with passive radar and 6G networks!
Join our cutting-edge research at the intersection of radar, signal processing and satellite communication. As a Doctoral student, you'll help develop innovative remote sensing capabilities and be part of a dynamic, international team shaping the future of Earth Observation!

About us

The Department of Space, Earth and Environment brings together expertise in space, geoscience, energy and sustainability. Through curiosity-driven research, education and collaboration, we explore the Universe, the Earth and the complex systems linking environment, energy and society – enabling knowledge-based solutions for a sustainable future.

At the Division of Geoscience and Remote Sensing, we conduct research, education, and utilization within a wide range of scientific and engineering disciplines, using ground-based, airborne and satellite measurements, and numerical modeling.

About the research project 

We are looking for a Doctoral student to participate in the development of passive radar capabilities in future 6G networks. These communication systems will integrate terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks where communication signals are linked via satellites. A portion of the communication signal is reflected from the Earth's surface and can be received and used for passive radar observations. This position is a unique opportunity to work at the crossroads of radar, signal processing, communication and Earth observation with a multidisciplinary team of international experts.

Who we are looking for

• To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must have a Master's degree (
• Develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing
• The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 percent of working hours

Contract terms

• The Doctoral student positions are fully funded from start.
• The position is a fixed-term appointment of four years, with the possibility to teach up to 20%, which extends the position up to five years.
• A starting salary of 34,550 SEK per month.
• Doctoral studies require physical presence throughout the entire study period. A valid residence permit must be presented by the study start date; otherwise the admission may be withdrawn.

What we offer

• As a Doctoral student at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers  and our benefits for employees.
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
• Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.

Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.

Find more general information about doctoral studies at Chalmers here. 

Application procedure

The application should be written in English and attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

CV

Personal letter

• A brief introduction about yourself.
• A brief motivation as to why you are interested in this position.

Bachelor’s and, if available, master’s thesis together with the transcripts.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. 

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview.

We welcome your application no later than16th of February 2026 

For questions, please contact:

Prof. Leif Eriksson, Geoscience and Remote Sensing, Department of Space, Earth and Environment, [emailprotected]

Prof. Lars Ulander, Geoscience and Remote Sensing, Department of Space, Earth and Environment, [emailprotected]

We look forward to your application!

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Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez – forward.