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PhD Position in Agentic AI for Resource Management and Resilient Operations in 6G

Develop cutting-edge AI agent coordination methods for next-generation 6G network resilience and resource optimization.

Best for:Best for computer science graduates with a strong background in AI, machine learning, and network systems, eager to bridge theoretical research with industrial applications in next-generation telecommunications.

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) · Delft, Netherlands · R1 · First-stage researcher
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agent-based systemsAI-driven network optimization6G network resiliencemulti-agent coordinationonline learning algorithmsgame-theoretic methods
Deadline
Nov 1, 2026
18 days
Funding
Salaried
€3.2k–€4.1k/mo
Start date
flexible (expected soon after selection)
Full-time
Location
Delft
Netherlands

Overview

This PhD position at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) focuses on advancing AI-driven resource management and resilient operations in 6G networks. The project, part of the Future Network Services (FNS) flagship initiative, involves designing learning algorithms for multi-agent systems to coordinate radio, transport, computing, and service resources under dynamic conditions. The research integrates constrained online learning, distributed learning, and game-theoretic methods, with applications in multi-domain resource management and fault diagnosis. The successful candidate will collaborate with industrial partners to validate methods in real-world 6G use cases and experimental infrastructure, contributing to both academic innovation and practical deployment.

PhD in AI6G networksmulti-agent systemsresource managementnetwork resilienceonline learninggame theorytelecommunications research

What you'll do

  • Develop learning methods for coordinating multi-agent systems in dynamic network environments with incomplete information and operational constraints.
  • Design and implement algorithms for multi-domain resource management and resilient network operations, including fault diagnosis and autonomous remediation.
  • Collaborate with industrial partners to validate research findings in real-world 6G use cases and experimental infrastructure.
  • Conduct experiments using state-of-the-art testbeds to bridge theoretical models with practical applications.
  • Publish research findings in top-tier academic conferences and journals, and contribute to the development of 6G PoCs and demos.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and entrepreneurial initiatives within the FNS consortium.
  • Engage in doctoral education courses and skill development programs offered by TU Delft Graduate School.

Requirements

Degree required: Master of Science (MSc) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline

Degree offered: PhD

Language: English proficiency at a level sufficient for academic research, collaboration, and thesis writing (e.g., IELTS 6.5 or equivalent)

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Proven academic background in AI, machine learning, or distributed systems
  • Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, C++, or equivalent)
  • Familiarity with network systems, optimization, or game theory concepts
  • Experience with experimental validation or simulation tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Nice to have
Prior research experience in multi-agent systems or online learningKnowledge of 5G/6G network architectures or telecom technologiesExperience with collaborative industrial projectsBackground in constraint satisfaction or optimization algorithms
Eligibility
  • Applicant must hold or be about to receive a Master’s degree in a relevant field
  • No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
  • No age limits or prior experience caps specified

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
€3.2k–€4.1k/mo
Duration
4 years (2 initial contracts: 1.5 years + 2.5 years, contingent on progress)
Programme
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-11-01

Submit your application via the TU Delft portal before the deadline. Include a CV, motivational letter, and copies of your BSc and MSc degrees/transcripts. Applications are evaluated on an ongoing basis, so apply as soon as possible.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Motivational letter
  • Copies of BSc degree and transcripts
  • Copies of MSc degree and transcripts
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Contact

Georgios Iosifidis· Supervisor

g.iosifidis@tudelft.nl

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Prof.
Georgios Iosifidis
Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS)
Lab
Future Network Services (FNS) Flagship Project
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)
Netherlands
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