PhD Position F/M Predictable cache memories for Real-Time Embedded Multicore Systems
Contract type : Fixed-term contract
Level of qualifications required : Graduate degree or equivalent
Fonction : PhD Position
Level of experience : Recently graduated
Context
The PhD student will work in the context of the ANR PRCI CoDaLi project, with Inria Rennes and the RPTU (https://rptu.de/).
The general objective of the CoCoDaLi project is to design and implement offline and runtime techniques that allow precise control cache contents in multi-core architectures for embedded real-time systems.
The main idea is to take advantage of the content lifespan of cache blocks, in order to:
- prevent the hardware replacement algorithm from removing useful cache blocks;
- reduce the number of cache errors by placing the application memory in the appropriate cache lines.
The PhD student will spend some time in Kaiserslautern and Rennes to collaborate with the project partners.
Assignment
Missions: 1) Study the state of the art in algorithms for memory placement in cache 2) study algorithms for the static analysis of program binary code, so to obtain the memory location of data an code 3) develop a novel algorithm for memory placement.
For a better knowledge of the proposed research subject :
Scientific references of the research team are available at the followings URLs :
https://www.fil.univ-lille.fr/~lipari/research/phd-call.html
www.cristal.univ-lille.fr/equipes/sycomores
Main activities
Research and development of algorithms and code for optimizing the memory placement.
Skills
Technical skills :
- We require a very good extertise in C/C++ language, compiler and linker
- Optional expertise :
- Real-Time scheduling, and scheduling analysis
- Multicore systems,
- worst-case execution time analysis.
Languages : English B2
Benefits package
- Subsidized meals
- Partial reimbursement of public transport costs
- Leave: 7 weeks of annual leave + 10 extra days off due to RTT (statutory reduction in working hours) + possibility of exceptional leave (sick children, moving home, etc.)
- Possibility of teleworking (after 6 months of employment) and flexible organization of working hours
- Professional equipment available (videoconferencing, loan of computer equipment, etc.)
- Social, cultural and sports events and activities
- Access to vocational training
- Social security coverage
Remuneration
€2,300 gross per month
General Information
- Theme/Domain :
Embedded and Real-time Systems
System & Networks (BAP E) - Town/city : Villeneuve d'Ascq
- Inria Center : Centre Inria de l'Université de Lille
- Starting date : 2027-04-01
- Duration of contract : 3 years
- Deadline to apply : 2026-11-30
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Instruction to apply
Defence Security :
This position is likely to be situated in a restricted area (ZRR), as defined in Decree No. 2011-1425 relating to the protection of national scientific and technical potential (PPST).Authorisation to enter an area is granted by the director of the unit, following a favourable Ministerial decision, as defined in the decree of 3 July 2012 relating to the PPST. An unfavourable Ministerial decision in respect of a position situated in a ZRR would result in the cancellation of the appointment.
Recruitment Policy :
As part of its diversity policy, all Inria positions are accessible to people with disabilities.
Contacts
- Inria Team : SYCOMORES
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PhD Supervisor :
Lipari Giuseppe / giuseppe.lipari@inria.fr
About Inria
Inria, the French national institute for research in digital science and technology, supports the French government in national research and innovation strategies in the digital field, acting as Digital Programs Agency. Inria leads over 300 research and innovation projects with its 3,500 scientists, engineers, and support staff, in partnership with universities and the digital ecosystem (businesses, entrepreneurs, and public stakeholders). Together, we explore strategic fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum computing, cloud technologies, digital transformation in healthcare, digital twins, and digital technologies for defence. We develop practical solutions such as software, tech startups, partnerships with national companies, and cutting-edge training programmes. Our goal is to drive scientific, technological, and industrial excellence to ensure France’s digital sovereignty.