[Bloat] Post-doc on Internet end-to-end latency issues at Telecom Bretagne, Rennes, France

[David Ros]

Hi,

The following job offer could be of interest to some members of this list. My apologies if you get multiple copies of this.

Thanks,

David.

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JOB OPENING: Post-doctoral research position

Fixed-term, renewable 12-month contract

** Description:

The Networks, Security & Multimedia Dept. (RSM) at Telecom Bretagne in Rennes, France has an opening for one postdoctoral research fellow in the field of computer networking. The position will start on November 1st, 2012, with the possibility of being renewed for a maximum total duration of three years.

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 like the so-called “bufferbloat” issue. RITE will develop solutions for improving latency, both at the transport and the network layers of the protocol stack.

** Requirements:

- Applicants must hold a PhD degree (or be near completion) on Computer Science or a related discipline.
- Good track record of scientific publications.
- In-depth knowledge of Internet transport protocols and standards.
- Experience with network simulators and/or with kernel programming (in Linux and/or FreeBSD) is highly desirable.
- Being highly proficient in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory. Knowledge of the French language is not required.

** Type of job offer:

- Fixed-term, 12-month contract (possibility of renewal, for a maximum total duration of three years).
- Expected starting date: November 1st, 2012.
- Gross salary: starting at 33,200 euros / year, depending on qualifications.

** How to apply:

Candidates must send their application by e-mail to: rite at mlistes.telecom-bretagne.eu
The application must contain:

- A statement of purpose / application letter.
- A detailed CV.
- A full list of publications.
- Copies of relevant diplomas and letters of recommendation.
- Contact information of two reference persons (name, current position, relation to the candidate, phone and email).
- For non-native English speakers: a proof of proficiency in English is highly recommended (e.g. results from standard tests; having completed a university degree in an English-speaking country counts as proof of proficiency).

** Contact:

Prof. David Ros ( david.ros at telecom-bretagne.eu )
http://www.telecom-bretagne.eu/research/



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