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Vacancies - 2 x PhD Studentships, nasc Research, School of Computer Science & Information Technology, UCC
PhD Studentships, nasc Research Centre
Applications are invited for the role of 2 x PhD Studentships to join our research team at the nasc Research Centre, starting as soon as possible.
The positions are 48 month fully-funded PhD (Tax-free stipend of €25,000 p.a. and tuition fees covered at the EU rate,) which will be based at the School of Computer Science and Information Technology in University College Cork in nasc research centre.
PhD1
Developing quantum safe hardware security techniques, zero overhead authentication for AI integrated digital IP design, and provide a secure framework for integrating 3PIPs. Analysis and Integration for practical environments will be required.
Desirable Criteria (for PhD 1)
Fundamental knowledge of Hardware Security, Quantum Computing, AI and hands on experience on FPGA/ ASIC designing with Matlab.
Prior publication record in this domain.
PhD2
Developing context-aware, secure non-terrestrial networking for mission-critical message transfer and data sensing, while ensuring reliable, low-latency, and resilient communication to enable the vision of 5G/6G and beyond networks. Additionally, machine learning-based improvements for scheduling and security of IoT communications will also be explored.
Desirable Criteria (for PhD 2)
Fundamental knowledge of Flying Ad Hoc Network (FANET), UAV/Satellite communications, cluster-based mission-critical communication and hands on experience on Matlab.
Prior publication record in this domain.
Essential Criteria (for PhD 1 and PhD 2 positions)
- BSc/ BTech OR MSc/ MTech or equivalent degree in computer science/ electrical/ electronics/communication engineering; Candidates from other disciplines, such as mathematics or physics, may also be considered if their background is demonstrated to be relevant to the topics. For detail qualification requirements, please check: https://www.ucc.ie/en/study/comparison/
- Capability of working within a project team to achieve results.
- Good communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
- Fulfillment of UCC’s English proficiency requirements: https://www.ucc.ie/en/study/comparison/english/postgraduate/
To Apply:
Please email (1) your C.V. and (2) a one-page perspective/ supporting letter on how previous experience can help to achieve the PhD objectives to y.ose@ucc.ie
Please use the following in your email subject line when submitting your application to indicate your preferred PhD vacancy: e.g., “PhD1_APPLICANT NAME” or “PhD2_APPLICANT NAME”
Please note candidates should select their most preferred PhD vacancy (1 or 2) and submit only one application. For informal inquiries, applicants can email: kguha@ucc.ie, m.rahim@cs.ucc.ie
Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Monday, 20th January 2024.
No late applications will be accepted.
Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.
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