Prof. Tolga M. Duman at the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department of Bilkent University, Ankara, Turkey, invites applications for multiple postdoctoral scholar positions for a European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grant entitled “TRANCIDS: Transmission over Channels with Insertions and Deletions”. The selected candidates will work on determining the ultimate limits of communication for different insertion/deletion channel models including DNA storage channels and developing practical channel coding solutions. Successful candidates must have a strong background in information theory and channel coding. Background on communication theory in general, optimization and deep learning is also desirable.

The positions will start on or after October 1, 2022, with the initial appointment being for one or two years, with a possibility of extension for up to three more years. The salary is highly competitive and includes full benefits, national public health insurance as well as private health insurance for the candidate and his/her family, and fully furnished on-campus housing.

How to apply: Applicants should submit a CV including a complete list of publications, copies of two or three most relevant publications, and names and contact information of three references by email to Prof. Tolga M. Duman at [email protected].