Chair of Junior Professor in Autonomous Embedded Systems Based on AI

Chair of Junior Professor in Autonomous Embedded Systems Based on AI

Organisation/Company:

IMT AtlantiqueResearch Field:

Computer science » Computer architecture, Computer science » Programming, Computer science » Other, Engineering » Systems engineering, Engineering » OtherResearcher Profile:

First Stage Researcher (R1)Country:

FranceApplication Deadline:

15 Oct 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)Type of Contract:

PermanentJob Status:

Full-timeIs the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programmeIs the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

NoAbout the positionContract type:

Chaire de Professeur Junior. Successful applicants will first be hired on a ‘CDD de projet’ contract and tenure will occur at IMT Professor level.Key words:

Embedded systems, autonomous systems, algorithm-architecture optimization, Artificial intelligence, digital communications, processors, hardware accelerators, energy efficiency, hardware security.Thematic and research challengesThe fast-growing field of autonomous embedded systems, boosted by advances in artificial intelligence (AI), represents a major breakthrough in current scientific research. These systems, characterised by their ability to perform specific functions with minimal human intervention, are increasingly becoming an integral part of a wide range of applications, from automotive safety and intelligent objects to mobile networks and industrial automation.The open position will contribute to this field by developing innovative methodologies and solutions within the Algorithm-Architecture Interaction (2AI) team. Hosted in the Mathematical and Electrical Engineering (MEE) department of IMT Atlantique, the 2AI team is engaged in designing original architectures for algorithm integration in information processing and contributes to the development of these algorithms by incorporating architectural constraints.Contributing to the field of autonomous embedded systems based on AI encompasses diverse scientific avenues. The 2AI team outlines few key examples of interest below, yet eagerly encourages candidates to bring forward complementary or novel approaches that may not be listed:Digital Communications: integrate advanced coding and modulation techniques optimized for AI-based autonomous embedded systems to ensure fast and reliable data exchange.Energy Efficiency: explore innovative designs that minimize energy consumption in hardware accelerators and embedded processors without sacrificing performance.Processing-in-Memory: investigate how emerging memory technologies and computing paradigms can enhance the efficiency of autonomous systems.Distributed Learning: address the challenges of implementing adaptive learning models in resource-constrained autonomous multi-agent systems to optimize performance over time.Security: develop secure hardware architectures focusing on mitigating vulnerabilities and enhancing response to physical security threats.Beyond the research environment granted by IMT Atlantique and the 2AI team, the successful candidate will benefit from a dedicated research grant of 250 000€ to develop his/her research track in an international context and strengthen the team's profile on the academic and industrial scenes.Education:The successful candidate will contribute to the development of training courses of a new international Master's degree in embedded AI. He/She will be invited to propose new educational projects, programs and methodologies, especially inspired by and supported by industrial and institutional requirements and partnerships.Expected competences:We welcome high-profile candidates with a PhD and demonstrated contributions in the fields of embedded systems, including a proven record of publications in top-tier conferences and journals, with strong skills in hardware design and/or software development, and a strong interest in embedded AI and the algorithm-architecture optimization approach.The candidate will have to demonstrate his/her ability to develop and conduct high-impact research activities at the crossroads of autonomous embedded systems and artificial intelligence, within the interdisciplinary environment offered by IMT Atlantique and the 2AI team.Particular and complementary emphasis will be placed on candidate’s ability to develop multidisciplinary projects while demonstrating their awareness of the challenges of sustainable development.The chair holder will actively engage in Open Science including publishing in Open Access journals, publishing experimental data as well as developing open data challenges.Success indicators at the end of the tenure track periodScientific advising: 5 (co)-advised PhDs (defended or ongoing)Scientific production:

10 publications in major international scientific journals, top-tier international conferences in embedded systems (e.g., DAC, DATE) and/or patents.15-20 presentations in international conferences.

Individual excellence: submission of an ERC starting grant, ANR JCJC or EIC PathFinder projectParticipation and active contribution to local, national and international research animation.Partnership dynamics

Submission as a principal contributor of collaborative projects at European or national level.Development of a research collaboration with international partnerships.

Teaching dynamics: Development/Management of a course, development of online teaching resources.Recruitment calendar and contactDeadline for applications:

October 15th, 2024Date of recruitment interview:

November, 2024Starting date:

Early 2025For any further information, please contact:Pr Samir SAOUDI, Head of MEE departmentsamir.saoudi@imt-atlantique.fr , +33 229 001 179Pr Amer BAGHDADI - Professoramer.baghdadi@imt-atlantique.fr , +33 229 001 037Pr Matthieu ARZEL - Professormatthieu.arzel@imt-atlantique.fr , +33 229 001 311

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