PhD position in measurements of peer-to-peer networks

Distributed Systems and Networks Group

Deadline for receipt of applications: December 1st, 2024 23:59 AoE (02 December 2024, 13:59h Europe/Madrid Time)

The recently established Distributed Systems and Networks (DistSys) Group at IMDEA Networks is inviting applications for a PhD position under the supervision of Dr. Lucianna Kiffer in the area of measurements of blockchain and peer-to-peer (P2P) networks. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge research on the performance, scalability, and security of decentralized systems, with a particular emphasis on network-level measurements.
The successful candidate will investigate the underlying communication structures of P2P and blockchain protocols, develop novel methodologies for large-scale network measurements, and analyze the impact of network characteristics on system performance. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Designing tools to measure and monitor P2P and blockchain network traffic.
• Analyzing network propagation, topology, and resilience.
• Evaluating the influence of network-level properties on decentralized protocols.
• Identifying vulnerabilities and proposing improvements for protocol design.

The position offers:

• full time contract with a competitive salary
• a vibrant, collaborative, international and English-speaking environment
• the opportunity to work on projects with immediate, real-world impact
• access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure and the chance to contribute to top-tier scientific publications

The position requires:

• a degree in Computer Science or related field, with a solid academic record
• fluency in written and spoken English
• a keen interest in the design, analysis, and measurement of peer-to-peer distributed systems (prior work is a plus)
• good programming skills including fluency in multiple programming languages

Inquiries on the position can be directed via mail to the supervisor, Dr. Lucianna Kiffer (lucianna.kiffer@imdea.org).

Candidates should submit by the call deadline a CV, a motivation letter, and two references through the IMDEA Networks Institute hiring portal https://careers.networks.imdea.org. References will be contacted to submit letters once the candidate passes an initial screening round.

Equal Employment Opportunity

IMDEA Networks Institute aims to increase the proportion of women and therefore qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Until a balanced ratio of men and women has been achieved at the institute, preference will be given to women if applicants have similar qualifications. IMDEA Networks Institute actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants are not to be discriminated against in personnel selection procedures on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion or ideology, age, sexual orientation (anti-discrimination). People with disabilities who have the relevant qualifications are expressly invited to apply.