Advancing the Future of Communications Research
The Center for Applied Communications and Networks (CACN) advances research and innovation in wireless systems and networked communications to address critical challenges for public safety, critical infrastructure, and national defense.
Through interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships with academia, industry, and government, CACN develops and translates new knowledge into impactful solutions that support next-generation communications systems.
We are growing our research community and invite you to join us.
Why join CACN?
- Commitment to research excellence
Contribute to rigorous, high-impact research in advanced communications systems - Collaborative research environment
Work alongside faculty, engineers, and research professionals across disciplines and partner organizations - Lab to Live
Support the progression of technology from research and development of fundamental technologies to testing and evaluation of prototypes and real-world, at scale implementations in realistic and relevant environments - Professional and scholarly development
Engage in sponsored research programs, proposal development, and multidisciplinary initiatives
Current Openings
CACN seeks individuals who are motivated to contribute to a collaborative, research-driven environment and support the continued growth of our research portfolio.
Director, Research Development (R-094301)
This role leads the strategic development of CACN’s research portfolio. Responsibilities include identifying funding opportunities, supporting proposal development, and fostering partnerships that advance multidisciplinary research initiatives in communications systems.
Research Project Manager (R-094857)
This position supports the coordination and execution of sponsored research activities across CACN. Responsibilities include project planning, budget and timeline management, and facilitating communication among research teams and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of research objectives.
Upcoming opportunities
Wireless Systems Research Engineer
Posting in progress
This role will contribute to research in advanced wireless communication systems, including system design, modeling, and experimental evaluation of next-generation technologies.
Network Systems Research Engineer
Posting in progress
This role will support research in network architectures and protocols, including performance evaluation, testbed development, and analysis of scalable and resilient communications systems.
Join our research community
CACN provides an environment where research professionals contribute to externally funded initiatives, collaborate across institutional and disciplinary boundaries, and advance the state of the art in communications systems.
Explore our openings and consider joining CACN’s growing research community.