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Seb Savory

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Optical Fibre Communication University of Cambridge in United Kingdom

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PhD

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Computer Science

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This is a fully funded PhD studentship sponsored by Ciena. Funding covers tuition and provides a stipend. No specific stipend amount is mentioned.

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Expired

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University of Cambridge

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Keywords

Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Mathematics
Fiber Optics
Optical Communication
Optical Sensing
Technical Engineering
Physics

About this position

Excellent Opportunity for a funded PhD Studentship in Fibre Optic Communication and Sensing working with Seb Savory at the University of Cambridge .
To apply, please use the contact details and links in Seb's post below.

PhD Studentship – Fibre Optic Communications and Sensing, University of Cambridge (Ciena-Funded)

Start date: January 2026
Formal application deadline: 2nd October 2025 (via https://lnkd.in/e-PuVV7i )

I am seeking applicants for a fully funded PhD studentship at the University of Cambridge, sponsored by Ciena, to conduct research into fibre optic communications and sensing of the optical transmission network. This exciting opportunity will commence in January 2026.

Applicants should have a good degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or Mathematics and exhibit a strong interest in optical fibre communication systems and related technologies.

For informal enquiries, please email me: [email protected] with a CV and a covering letter outlining your interest and suitability.

To submit a formal application, please apply via the Applicant Portal by 2nd October 2025, accessed via https://lnkd.in/e-PuVV7i

Funding details

This is a fully funded PhD studentship sponsored by Ciena. Funding covers tuition and provides a stipend. No specific stipend amount is mentioned.

What's required

Applicants must hold a good Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or Mathematics. They should demonstrate a strong interest in optical fibre communication systems and related technologies. A CV and covering letter outlining interest and suitability are required for informal enquiries. No specific GPA or language test requirements are mentioned in the post.

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Professor of Optical Fibre Communication at University of Cambridge

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