Research Associate in Autonomous Cloud-Edge Continuum Orchestration | Researcher (m/f/x) on Autonomous Cloud-Edge Continuum Orchestration

Job Summary

This full-time research position at the Institute of Networked Energy-Efficient Systems (Ruhr University Bochum) focuses on developing next-generation autonomous orchestration for cloud-edge-device continuums. You will design AI-native architectures and algorithms to manage distributed compute, storage, and networking resources, moving beyond static placement to self-optimizing systems. Day-to-day tasks include prototyping solutions on Kubernetes and 5G/6G infrastructures, publishing in high-impact journals, and assisting with university teaching and project management. This role is highly attractive for researchers seeking to pioneer AI-driven network management within a multidisciplinary, international team. The position offers a three-year fixed-term contract and the opportunity to work at the intersection of deep learning and telecommunications infrastructure, contributing to both academic knowledge and real-world experimental validation.