[Tccc] Open Post-doc Position in Computer Networking at Karlstad University, Sweden
Anna Brunstrom
anna.brunstromatkau.se
Tue Oct 2 16:38:30 EDT 2012
**Description**
The Department of Computer Science at Karlstad University, Sweden, has
an opening for a post-doctoral research fellow in the field of computer
networking.
The post-doctoral fellow will work in the framework of the EU research
project RITE (Reducing Internet Transport Latency). The project will
focus on the problem of end-to-end latency in the Internet and related
topics. RITE will develop solutions for improving latency, both at the
transport and the network layers of the protocol stack, targeting
applications such as interactive video, financial trading applications
and online games.
The position is a full time, two year position. The starting date for
the position is by mutual agreement within the time span November 1,
2012 and February 1, 2013.
**Requirements**
To be eligible for the position, applicants are required to hold a PhD
in Computer Science with a specialization in Computer Networking or have
corresponding qualifications. The candidate must have completed the
degree no more than three years before the last date for applications,
unless special grounds exist. Good oral and written communication skills
in English are required.
**Assessment Grounds**
In the assessment procedure, emphasis will be given to the applicant's
scientific experience in relation to the RITE project in which the
applicant is expected to work. Knowledge or experience in some of the
areas of transport protocol design, congestion control, queue management
and interactive applications is an advantage. Experience with tools for
testing and evaluation of communication protocols and good programming
skills is a benefit.
Strong motivation and the ability to work independently as well as to
collaborate with other researchers are important characteristics.
Experience from participating in national and international research
projects with partners from academia and industry is an advantage.
**Application Procedure**
Applications should be submitted electronically at
https://kau.netrecruiter.se/en/what:login/jobID:14591/where:4/ and
include the following items:
- Personal letter describing the applicant and her/his research
interests in relation to the announced position.
- A detailed CV.
- List of published works.
- Copies of relevant diplomas, certificates and recommendation letters.
- Contact information of at least two reference persons.
**Contact**
Professor Anna Brunstrom, anna.brunst... at kau.se, 46(0)54-700 17 95
**Application deadline**
2012-10-19
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