Cache-enabled semantic immersive video delivery

The successful candidate will join the vibrant community of the 6G Lab and the Network Convergence Laboratory at the University of Essex and will be supervised by Prof. Nikolaos Thomos and Dr Eirina Bourtsoulatze, together with the NexCache's team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on real-world problems and gain experience working across both academic and industrial research environments.

Funding:

The funding for this post is available for 3 years. Funding will cover the student's stipend (UKRI rate) and tuition fees at International rate.

Salary:

£21,805 Stipend matching UK Research Council rate

Candidate:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual capable of thinking and working independently, with a background in networking, machine learning and a good understanding of signal processing. Applicants should have obtained Distinction or high 2:1 MSc degree from a UK university, or an equivalent qualification from an overseas university, in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or relevant field.

How to Apply:

The application deadline is Sunday 1st November 2026.

Applications should be made via the University Application portal. When asked to select a course, please apply for PhD in Computer Science or Electronic Engineering and indicate Prof. Thomos and Dr. Bourtsoulatze as supervisors. You should then put the title "Cache-enabled semantic immersive video delivery" as your proposed project title.

When asked for a research proposal in the applicant portal, please upload one side of A4 with your motivation for applying for the studentship, your relevant skills, what you hope to achieve if appointed, and long-term career aspirations.

Informal enquiries about the project are welcome and should be directed to Professor Nikolaos Thomos (nthomos@essex.ac.uk).

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.