Open Positions
Prospective PhD Students
NextG Lab@NC State is always looking for highly motivated PhD students with interest in wireless communications and networking, spanning across critical areas of 5G/6G cellular networks, Open RAN (O-RAN), AI/GenAI based wireless technologies, dynamic spectrum sharing, and cybersecurity.
Interested candidates are expected to have a solid background in wireless communication networking and/or systems. Followings would be strong indication:
Wireless networking research experience: such as, 5G networks, Open RAN, WiFi and satellite networks
Solid understanding of wireless networking protocols and architectures
Knowledge of wireless network design and implementation, for example, using software-defined radios or well-known network simulators, such as, ns3, 5G Toolbox and OMNET++.
Strong understanding of AI and LLM techniques.
Genuine passion for research! Obtaining a PhD is a BIG commitment and can be overwhelming without true interest.
If you're interested, please follow the NC State ECE (preferred) or CSC application procedure. You shall mention my name in the online applications system. I will contact you if your background is a good fit to NextG Lab. You’re welcome to reach out before applying, but I can’t make any decisions until I review your formal application. To do so,
Current NC State student: The best way for reaching out is to drop by my office hour or make an appointment. It's also a good idea to take my class and have a good understanding of my research.
Non NC State student: Send an email to vijay.shah@ncsu.edu with your CV (and any other supporting documents) attached. Kindly use the Subject "PhD-application-FirstName-LastName".
Prospective MS/Undergraduate Students
I would be happy to mentor NC State master's projects. Feel free to drop me an email.
I also have various unpaid (funding may be available during summer) research projects for Master's and undergraduate students. If you are interested, do follow the instructions below.
Current NC State student: Please feel free to drop by my office hour or make an appointment (via email) to discuss it.
Non NC State student: Send an email to vijay.shah@ncsu.edu with your CV (and any other supporting documents) attached. Kindly use the Subject "PhD-application-FirstName-LastName".
Prospective PostDoc Students
Unfortunately, I currently don't have any funding for PostDoc scholars. If you are already supported by an external fellowship, drop me an email with subject "PostDoc-FirstName-LastName" and we can discuss.
Prospective Visiting Postdoc/PhD/Master's Students:
NextG Lab will be happy to host visiting postdoc/PhD/Master's students. Kindly reach out via email to discuss it in detail.