Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Sustainable Computer Networks

This postdoctoral position at the University of Oxford’s Department of Engineering Science focuses on advancing sustainable computer networks. The role involves designing, implementing, and evaluating carbon-aware network telemetry frameworks and hardware support mechanisms to minimize carbon emissions. As part of a joint UKRI EPSRC–NSF CBET project, the successful candidate will collaborate with international partners to integrate their contributions into a broader system. The position emphasizes hands-on technical work in wired networks, sustainable computing, and Linux-based development environments, with a strong emphasis on coding proficiency in Python, C/C++, and P4.

• Design and implement carbon-aware network telemetry frameworks to reduce carbon emissions in computer networks.
• Develop and evaluate new hardware support mechanisms for sustainable network operations.
• Collaborate with international project partners to integrate system components and ensure compatibility.
• Conduct research and experiments to assess the effectiveness of proposed solutions in reducing network emissions.
• Contribute to the development of a broader system framework for sustainable computer networks.
• Work within a Linux-based environment and utilize scripting languages for system integration and testing.