Postdoc in Edge Computing Systems and Beyond 5G Mobile Networks - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

Edge computing is a new computing layer, providing substantial computing and storage resources near users, end systems and applications, and is expected to address the limitations of centralized cloud computing systems (delay, availability, bandwidth, privacy) and embedded systems (computational capabilities, coordination). It will be a core enabler of novel applications, such as smart manufacturing, run over 5G mobile.

Our research group is focusing on research paving the way for novel edge computing systems and applications, emphasizing challenges related to predictability, safety, and security of edge systems and collocated mobile networks. This research agenda is facilitated through a world-leading research center on edge computing at KTH – TECoSA (https://www.tecosa.center.kth.se/) as well as a significant multi-year fund to establish an experimental research facility in the area of edge computing and related applications. We are seeking in this call postdoc candidates with the ambition to lead experimental research in this domain. The position comprises, on the one hand, research on enabling applications such as intelligent transportation, industrial robotics or safe augmented reality, for edge computing systems. On the other hand, research in the direction of future mobile network architectures and algorithms (beyond 5G systems) is of interest to us. A solid track record in experimental research, for instance in the context of software defined radio networks, and/or edge applications and/or federated machine learning is beneficial. Candidates with a stronger theoretical profile in the aforementioned areas are also invited to apply if they envision to expand their portfolio into the experimental domain. The position involves collaborations within our research group as well as with other research groups from different disciplines. It will also comprise collaborations with industrial partners.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Works in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH
• A work environment that targets cutting edge research on a global level, and involves many nationalities as well as many different work styles and methodologies.
• The opportunity to prepare a later career in academia or as an industrial research leader.

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made. 
• Research expertise
• Teaching abilities
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
• Collaboration abilities
• Independence

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline 
• A track record in experimental research in either edge computing or future mobile network systems
• Team leadership skills, or an interest in developing them.
• Strong communication skills (both orally and in writing) 

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competency

Trade union representatives

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Application

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The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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