PostDoc Position In OppArch Lab & Networks Data Science Group

Opportunistic Architectures Lab

Networks Data Science Group

Deadline for receipt of applications: December 4, 2025 23:59 AoE (05 December 2025, 13:59h Europe/Madrid Time)

The candidate will work in the OppArch Lab, led by Vincenzo Mancuso and in the Networks Data Science (NDS) group, led by Marco Fiore. Members of the OppArch Lab focus on solutions for extremely high-performing opportunistic architectures for cellular networks and for infrastructure-less wireless services. The NDS group carries out research at the interface of mobile networking and data science, by applying and tailoring tools from artificial intelligence, machine learning, statistical analysis and data mining to the network metadata.

The position offers

• Working in a vibrant, collaborative, multi-cultural and English-speaking environment
• The expectation to publish at top-tier venues in networking
• The chance of mentoring international PhD students and collaborating in an international research team

List of Tasks and Responsibilities

The candidate will perform experimental research and develop cutting edge methods, based on machine learning, for the analysis of cellular systems and for data-driven analysis of communications protocols.

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.