PhD in AI Hardware Simulation : The Department of Computer Science and Technology at the University of Cambridge invites applications for two PhD scholarships in the field of simulation and exploration of next-generation AI hardware designs. These scholarships, funded by the UK’s Advanced Research Invention Agency (ARIA), aim to significantly reduce the hardware costs associated with training AI models to aid the development of next-generation hardware for GenAI. Candidates will have the opportunity to work on a scalable and modular simulation framework and contribute to groundbreaking research in AI hardware design.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity for Next-Generation AI Hardware Simulation and Exploration
Designation: PhD Students (2 positions available)
Research Area:
Candidates will contribute to the simulation and exploration of next-generation AI hardware designs, with a focus on accelerator hardware, simulation fidelity, real FPGA implementations, and the modeling of compute hardware and memory subsystems. Research areas include computer architecture, simulation, optimization, design-space exploration, machine learning, and systems research.
Location:
Department of Computer Science and Technology, University of Cambridge
Eligibility/Qualification:
Applicants should hold a first-class honors degree from a UK university or an equivalent standard from an overseas university in computer science or a related subject. A Master’s degree in a relevant subject is highly desirable. The positions are open to UK citizens or overseas students.
Job Description:
Successful candidates will work under the supervision of esteemed professors and researchers at the University of Cambridge. They will be involved in the development of a scalable and modular simulation framework to facilitate the evaluation of novel hardware ideas, contribute to research in the design of simulation environments, and explore techniques for rapid design-space exploration and optimization.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are required to submit a short research proposal (not exceeding 3000 words) outlining their intended work during the PhD, along with two academic references, academic transcripts, and a CV through the University Application Portal: University Application Portal. Applicants are encouraged to get in touch with Prof. Robert Mullins (rdm34@cam.ac.uk) to discuss initial research directions.
Last Date for Apply:
The closing date for applications for a January start is October 2nd, 2024. It is advised that potential applicants make early contact with Prof. Mullins. Please quote reference NR43165 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
Please note that full details of the University’s entrance requirements and scholarships can be found on the following link: University Entrance Requirements and Scholarships
