PhD Opportunity in Autonomous 6G Networks @ CTTC (Barcelona)

[Sandra Lagén]

Jumpstart Your PhD in 6G Autonomous Networks!

Are you passionate about cutting-edge research in telecommunications and AI? The Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya (CTTC) is offering a 4-year predoctoral research contract within the 6G-TENET project — an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of autonomous 6G networks! You’ll be part of a dynamic international team exploring trustworthy telco cloud architectures, decentralized cognitive agents, AI/ML methods, digital twins, and flexible functional splits — all within one of Europe’s leading research institutions.

More information on the research groups involved available at:

• https://www.cttc.cat/services-as-networks-sas/

• https://www.cttc.cat/open-simulations-opensim/

• https://www.youtube.com/@SaSCTTC (Examples of our labs and experimental research)

• https://5g-lena.cttc.es/ (Maintainers of the most popular 5G open source simulator worldwide)

✔️ What You’ll Get:
• Full-time, 4-year PhD contract in the framework of the 6G-TENET project along with CTTC benefits (vacation, telework options, flexible hours).
• PhD enrolment (fees paid) and access to state-of-the-art lab infrastructure and simulations.
• Continuous training, participation in top international scientific events, and mentorship from world-class researchers.
• Location: Mediterranean Technological Park, Castelldefels (Barcelona), blending vibrant research culture with quality of life near the Mediterranean coast.

💡 Who Should Apply: Candidates with a strong interest in 6G network systems, cloud/AI, networking algorithms, and experimental platforms that must have a University degree and must have been enrolled in an official Telecom/Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Applied Physics, or closely related fields Master program that provides subsequent access to a PhD program according to the Spanish legal regulations.

👉 Apply by 09 Mar 2026 via the CTTC careers portal and kickstart your research career in one of the most transformative technology areas of the next decade. Full information in the call and how to apply at: https://www.cttc.cat/job/call-05-2026-1-predoctoral-contract-on-autonomous-networks-for-the-6g-tenet-project/ 

For any question, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Sandra