PhD Research in AI-Driven Network Resilience

About the job

The Center for Digital Engineering AS is seeking a highly motivated candidate to join the Center for Resilient Networks and Applications (CRNA) at Simula Metropolitan Center for Digital Engineering in Oslo, Norway, as a Research Fellow and PhD student. The position focuses on AI-driven network resilience, particularly in the context of autonomous AI agents and critical network systems.

As society becomes increasingly reliant on data communications and AI-driven services, ensuring the resilience, security, and efficiency of underlying ICT infrastructure is crucial. This role involves research at the intersection of networking and AI, with a focus on resilient network support for distributed AI systems and the emerging Internet of Agents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on AI communications, including agent discovery, communication, coordination, and resilience in distributed environments.
• Investigate network-aware coordination, adaptive resource allocation, and reliable collaboration across cloud, edge, IoT, and cellular environments.
• Develop networking solutions that enable autonomous agents to operate efficiently and securely under dynamic network conditions.
• Contribute to research on network resilience and sovereignty, including networking architectures, protocols, and mechanisms for critical networks.
• Participate in research activities that involve security-sensitive topics, with eligibility for Norwegian security clearance being an advantage.

Qualifications

• Excellent command of foundational and applied AI technology, including neural networks, distributed reinforcement learning, and agentic AI.
• Solid understanding of IP networking across various wired and wireless technologies, including host-internal communications, WAN, and inter-domain networking.
• Good understanding of virtualization and container orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong personal qualities and a genuine willingness to collaborate within the team and externally.

Personal qualities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong motivation and curiosity for research in AI and networking.
• Willingness to engage in security-sensitive research and contribute to the future development of CRNA.

We offer

• Excellent opportunities for high-quality research within a highly competent and motivated international team.
• An informal and inclusive international working environment.
• Generous support for travel and international networking through collaborations, exchange programs, and research visits.
• Modern office facilities located in downtown Oslo.
• A competitive salary and numerous benefits, including access to company cabin, sponsored social events, equipment budgets, subsidized meals, and comprehensive travel/health insurance.
• Relocation assistance, including accommodation, visas, and Norwegian language courses.
• Administrative research support, including assistance with grant proposals.
• Wellness and work-life balance initiatives, including flexible work arrangements.

How to apply

Interested applicants should submit the following via the online application system:

• CV with educational background and relevant work experience.
• Transcripts for Bachelor and MS degrees (or indication of expected graduation for current students).
• List of scientific publications and talks (if applicable).
• DOI of any authored publications.
• Cover letter outlining motivation, relevant experience, qualifications, research interests, and why you are a good fit for the position.

Applications submitted by email will not be considered.

Contact

Tarik Cicic