DIVISION OF HUMAN RESOURCES

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Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Associate Position in the Systems Software Research Group (http://www.ssrg.ece.vt.edu/) at Virginia Tech in the Popcorn Linux project (http://popcornlinux.org/) that involves developing compiler, run-time, and language support for emerging heterogeneous multicore architectures, in particular those with heterogeneous instruction sets (e.g., Xeon/Xeon-Phi, ARM/x86), from node-scale to rack-scale. The project aims to develop systems software for such platforms and scales, including OS, compiler, run-time, and language support, with high performance, energy efficiency, and programmability (e.g., hardware-agnostic programming). The position involves developing techniques and mechanisms, and contributing to open-source (e.g., LLVM, GCC) and experimental projects (e.g., Popcorn Linux). The position is for two-year minimum, with strong possibilities for additional years, and have no teaching obligations.

- PhD in Computer Engineering or Computer Science with background in compilers, run-times, programming languages, and virtualization are sought.
- Strong system building skills are necessary.

Qualified applicants must apply electronically to posting number SR0160021. Please follow carefully the instructions found on the employment website regarding the application process. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept paper applications. Paper applications or electronic applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.

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