Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Interconnect for AI Systems

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant (PDRA) to join the Computing Infrastructure research group at the Department of Engineering Science (central Oxford). 

You will join a revolutionary new project, rethinking the way we build AI training systems. The project aims to develop an AI training system at 1/1000 of the cost by fitting an AI system with 100's to 1000's of AI accelerators within a single server.

You will contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of a novel interconnect for the AI system. You will explore interconnect aspects such as routing, protocols, congestion control and resilience, and collaborate with other researchers in the project, providing innovation across multiple domains.

About you

You should have a PhD/DPhil in Computer Science, Engineering or a related scientific discipline. You will have knowledge and experience in wired computer networks, with a focus on low latency interconnect or related areas. Prior experience of python and C/C++ software development is essential. You are expected to have publications at related top-tier venues such as NSDI, SIGCOMM, CoNEXT and ASPLOS.

What we offer

At the university of Oxford your happiness and wellbeing at work is important to us. We have a number of generous benefits including 38 days' annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and fixed closure days), generous pension schemes and free access to the Oxford colleges. The other benefits include:

• Travel - We have several travel schemes available for staff which promote sustainable modes of transport.
• Family friendly benefits - We aim to be a family-friendly employer and offer a range of flexible working options. We have some of the most generous family leave provision in the Higher Education sector and the University subscribes to 'My Family Care'.  
• Sports – We have several schemes to help you stay fit and healthy, including discounted membership of the university sports centre on the Iffley Road
• Personal and professional development - We actively encourage all staff to participate in planning their personal and professional development and provide a broad range of opportunities to enable them to reach their full potential.
• University club - All staff are entitled to free membership of the University Club. It offers social and hospitality facilities, a small gym and exercise classes.
• Staff discounts - University staff can access shopping discounts in several ways; by purchasing a TOTUM card, by showing an employee pass in selected local stores, or online by using any of the listed discount codes
• Childcare services - We offer excellent childcare services including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at other local private nurseries.

How to apply

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via our e-recruitment system and should include the covering letter/supporting statement (describing how you meet the criteria), a CV, and names of two academic references.

The position is a full-time fixed term post available for 2 years.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 21 March 2025. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof Noa Zilberman:  noa.zilberman@eng.ox.ac.uk

Further information can be found by clicking the 'Apply' button above. 

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.

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