PhD and Postdoctoral Scholarships in Telecommunications, Wireless Networks, and AI at École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS)

The École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) in Montreal, Canada, is offering five excellence scholarships for doctoral and postdoctoral candidates. These scholarships, valued between $40,000 and $70,000, are designed to attract outstanding international students interested in pursuing advanced research in a vibrant and innovative environment. The scholarships are open to candidates who are not currently in Canada or enrolled in a Canadian university. Professor Wael Jaafar's research group focuses on cutting-edge topics such as telecommunications, wireless networks (including 5G and 6G), non-terrestrial networks, O-RAN, digital twin technology, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, cybersecurity, and distributed systems. ÉTS is recognized as a research-intensive institution with strong industry partnerships, a diverse and inclusive community, and ambitious, well-funded research projects. Applicants should have a strong academic background in fields related to telecommunications, wireless networks, AI, or similar areas. Required application materials include a CV, motivation letter, university transcripts, and recommendation letters. The pre-selection deadline for applications is February 8, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps. To apply, interested candidates should email Professor Wael Jaafar at [email protected] with the required documents. This opportunity is ideal for students seeking to advance their research careers in a dynamic and internationally oriented setting at one of Canada's leading engineering schools.