Applications are now open for multiple fully funded PhD and Postdoc positions at IMDEA Networks Institute in Madrid, Spain. These positions are in the fields of 6G networks, artificial intelligence, wireless communications, IoT, and network security. Most positions have a deadline of May 21, 2026, while some remain open until June 2026. These are salaried research roles with no application fee. They are open to candidates of all nationalities.
Key Details:
- Degree Level: PhD and Postdoctoral positions
- Host Country: Spain
- Funding Type: Fully funded with competitive salary
- Open For: All nationalities
- Application Fee: No application fee
- Application Deadline: Mainly May 21, 2026 (some until June 14, 2026)
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What This Scholarship Offers
- You receive a full-time employment contract with a competitive monthly salary
- Living expenses are covered through the salary
- You get access to modern laboratories and advanced research equipment
- You work with international research teams on real European projects
- You gain strong support for publishing papers in top journals and conferences
- You develop advanced skills in 6G, AI, and wireless technologies
- You receive health insurance and standard employee benefits
Eligibility Criteria:
- For PhD positions: You must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
- For Postdoc positions: You must already hold a PhD degree
- You need a good academic record and strong English language skills
- Interest and background in the specific research topic is required
- Some positions need skills in programming, wireless networks, or machine learning
- International candidates are encouraged to apply
PhD Positions:
- PhD position in AI-Enhanced Secure 6G Services (NETCOM Lab, supervised by Albert BANCHS)
APPLY HERE (Deadline: May 21, 2026) - PhD position in Low-power IoT sensing at high frequency bands (Wireless Networking Group)
APPLY HERE (Deadline: May 21, 2026 23:59 AoE) - PhD Student position in Heterogenous Programmable Networks
APPLY HERE (Deadline: May 21, 2026 23:59 AoE) - PhD position in Localization of non-collaborative transmitters and their pattern of movements
APPLY HERE (Deadline: May 21, 2026 23:59 AoE) - PhD Student position in Operational AI for Production-grade 6G Networks (Networks Data Science Group)
APPLY HERE (Deadline: May 21, 2026 — or April 14, 2026 depending on specific call details; confirm on page) - PhD position in Adaptive Protocols for Decentralized Wireless Networks (Wireless Networking Group)
APPLY HERE (Deadline: May 21, 2026 23:59 AoE)
Also Check: PhD Positions at University of Trento Italy 2026/2027 (42nd Cycle)
Postdoc Positions:
- Postdoctoral fellowship in line-rate machine learning at Networks Data Science Group APPLY HERE (Deadline: June 14, 2026 23:59 AoE)
How to Apply:
- Go to the official page.
- Select your desired position
- Prepare your CV, motivation letter, transcripts, and other documents
- Submit your application before the deadline
