Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Sustainable Computer Networks

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

Generous pension schemes

Free access to Oxford colleges

Travel schemes for staff

Family-friendly benefits

Sports facilities membership

Personal and professional development

Job summary

The University of Oxford invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in the Computing Infrastructure group, Department of Engineering Science, Oxford. This fixed-term position supports a UKRI EPSRC project on sustainable computer networks, with a project end date of 31 December 2026.

Applicants should hold a PhD/DPhil in Engineering, Computer Science or related fields, have strong coding experience in Python and C/C++ or P4, and a track record of Linux scripting.

Qualifications

• PhD/DPhil in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Strong coding experience in Python and C/C++ or P4.
• Experience in Linux environments and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and evaluate system components.
• Collaborate with project partners on carbon-aware networks.

Skills

Python

C/C++

P4

Linux scripting

Education

PhD/DPhil in Engineering/CS

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join the Computing Infrastructure research group at the Department of Engineering Science (central Oxford). The post is funded by UKRI EPSRC, is fixed term for up to 12 months maximum, and must end by 31/12/2026. You will be contributing to joint UKRI EPSRC - NSF CBET project on sustainable computer networks, with a focus on carbon emissions reduction and network telemetry. You will contribute to the development of a framework that reduces the carbon emissions of networks through the use of carbon-aware network telemetry, and the implementation of new hardware support mechanisms. Your role will include the design, implementation and evaluation of different parts in the system, and the integration with other partners in the project.

You should possess a PhD/DPhil in Engineering, Computer Science or other related field, (with the possibility to underfill at Grade 6 (£35,681-£41,636 per annum) if candidate holds a relevant degree and is working on PhD/DPhil) together with established knowledge in wired computer networks and sustainable computing, significant coding experience (both Python and C/C++ or P4), and a record of working in a Linux environment and related scripting languages.

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.
• 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., The position is a full-time fixed term post available for up to 12 months maximum, and must end by 31/12/2026.