Applications are invited for a number of PhD positions at the Hamilton Institute, National University of Ireland Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Candidates should have an outstanding academic record.
We currently have opportunities in the following areas:
1. 802.11 Wireless Networks
Topics of interest include Interference management, opportunistic routing and throughput optimisation in multi-hop wireless mesh networks. Cross-layer interactions between link adaptation, MAC scheduler, routing and transport layers and related topics.
2. TCP & Network Congestion Control
Application of dynamics systems theory to internet and related network congestion control problems. This includes decentralised design and adaptation techniques for TCP; stability, convergence, efficiency and fairness issues; novel protocols for heterogeneous networks including wireless links. Also the development of new models and measurement techniques tailored including design of network experiments; dynamic modelling for TCP design.
3. Hybrid Systems Theory
Analysis and design of hybrid and switched linear systems. This includes both computational and analytical methods and we are especially interested in applications to adaptive/reconfigurable and heterogeneous systems.
4. Control issues in distributed systems
There are a range of theoretical and practical issues in the cooperative control of a distributed system of vehicles, such as platoons of cars, UAVs, etc. In particular, limited communications imposes some restrictions on the ability to achieve high control performance in a large distributed group of vehicles. There are a number of open research problems in this research area connecting control and communications.
5. Bipedal Walking Dynamics and Control
Motivated by problems in RoboCup soccer, we wish to research, implement and test algorithms for highly agile, flexible, yet robust motion systems for bipedal walking. This includes examination of appropriate control system architectures, modelling and design of low-level reaction feedback mechanisms, gait design, and transitions between different modes of operation.
6. Systems Biology - Networks and Dynamics
Systems Biology is a broad field of study with a range of application areas. Within this field, studies of the dynamics of networks of bio-molecular reactions is of interest. These studies aim to give a deeper mathematical foundation to enhance our understanding of biological processes such as cell signalling networks; metabolic systems, etc.
The Hamilton Institute is committed to research excellence. These posts offer an exciting opportunity for successful candidates to tackle fundamental research problems within a stimulating multi-disciplinary research environment with state of the art facilities and strong links to the international research community.
PhD Stipend: EUR 21,000 (tax free)
Application
To apply, candidates should submit a detailed CV, motivation letter, and the names and addresses of three referees for letters of recommendation to: hamilton@nuim.ie Informal enquiries for positions 1-3 to Prof. Doug Leith (doug.leith@nuim.ie) or Prof. Robert Shorten (robert.shorten@nuim.ie) and positions 4-6 to Prof. Rick Middleton (richard.middleton@nuim.ie).
We currently have opportunities in the following areas:
1. 802.11 Wireless Networks
Topics of interest include Interference management, opportunistic routing and throughput optimisation in multi-hop wireless mesh networks. Cross-layer interactions between link adaptation, MAC scheduler, routing and transport layers and related topics.
2. TCP & Network Congestion Control
Application of dynamics systems theory to internet and related network congestion control problems. This includes decentralised design and adaptation techniques for TCP; stability, convergence, efficiency and fairness issues; novel protocols for heterogeneous networks including wireless links. Also the development of new models and measurement techniques tailored including design of network experiments; dynamic modelling for TCP design.
3. Hybrid Systems Theory
Analysis and design of hybrid and switched linear systems. This includes both computational and analytical methods and we are especially interested in applications to adaptive/reconfigurable and heterogeneous systems.
4. Control issues in distributed systems
There are a range of theoretical and practical issues in the cooperative control of a distributed system of vehicles, such as platoons of cars, UAVs, etc. In particular, limited communications imposes some restrictions on the ability to achieve high control performance in a large distributed group of vehicles. There are a number of open research problems in this research area connecting control and communications.
5. Bipedal Walking Dynamics and Control
Motivated by problems in RoboCup soccer, we wish to research, implement and test algorithms for highly agile, flexible, yet robust motion systems for bipedal walking. This includes examination of appropriate control system architectures, modelling and design of low-level reaction feedback mechanisms, gait design, and transitions between different modes of operation.
6. Systems Biology - Networks and Dynamics
Systems Biology is a broad field of study with a range of application areas. Within this field, studies of the dynamics of networks of bio-molecular reactions is of interest. These studies aim to give a deeper mathematical foundation to enhance our understanding of biological processes such as cell signalling networks; metabolic systems, etc.
The Hamilton Institute is committed to research excellence. These posts offer an exciting opportunity for successful candidates to tackle fundamental research problems within a stimulating multi-disciplinary research environment with state of the art facilities and strong links to the international research community.
PhD Stipend: EUR 21,000 (tax free)
Application
To apply, candidates should submit a detailed CV, motivation letter, and the names and addresses of three referees for letters of recommendation to: hamilton@nuim.ie Informal enquiries for positions 1-3 to Prof. Doug Leith (doug.leith@nuim.ie) or Prof. Robert Shorten (robert.shorten@nuim.ie) and positions 4-6 to Prof. Rick Middleton (richard.middleton@nuim.ie).
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