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PhD Studentships (Video Streaming/SDN) in MISL: Positions Filled
Applications are invited for fixed-term studentships (annual value of €18K, plus fees) from suitably qualified candidates who wish to undertake a PhD within the Department of Computer Science: Positions Filled
The Mobile and Internet Systems Laboratory (MISL) in the Department of Computer Science at UCC is an internationally recognised research centre focused on innovative networking research. iVID is a new research project funded by Science Foundation Ireland to investigate the use of software defined networking (SDN) techniques to optimise the delivery of streaming video. A team of 5 project researchers will work on iVID, including 3 Ph.D. students.The project involves active collaboration with AT&T, EMC and UC Riverside.
Applicants should have a Masters degree in computer science or a closely related discipline, although applications from truly exceptional students with a bachelor's degree will be considered. Ideally, applicants will have some project experience in the areas of video streaming, software defined networks, or more generally network protocols. Applicants must have strong mathematical ability and an interest in systems programming and experimental computer science. Applicants must demonstrate good inter-personal skills, and a high standard of spoken and written English. The positions are open to applicants of any nationality.
Applications by email to Mary Noonan m.noonan@cs.ucc.ie and must include "PhD Studentship iVID" in the subject line. Applications must include, in PDF format only:
- 300 word personal statement explaining your interest in the project and networking research;
- full CV;
- copy of transcript(s) showing names of all courses taken and grades achieved;
- summaries of projects (BSc/MSC), internships and relevant work experience completed.
Closing date for receipt of applications: Positions are now filled.
For more information on MISL and the Department of Computer Science, please see the links below.