PhD Positions in Computer Systems, Networking, and AI at Cornell University Cornell University in United States

Cornell University's School of Electrical and Computer Engineering is recruiting 2–3 PhD students for research in computer systems, networking, and the intersection of AI with these areas. The positions are supervised by Assistant Professor Jiaxin Lin, whose research focuses on programmable network devices, interconnect protocols, high-performance communication in data centers, and systems for machine learning. The lab is part of the Computer Systems Laboratory at Cornell, offering a vibrant environment for research in next-generation interconnects, ML infrastructure, and hardware compilers.

Applicants should have a strong background in computer science, electrical and computer engineering, or related fields, and be interested in topics such as networking, systems, accelerators, or hardware compilers. The group is looking for self-motivated students eager to contribute to cutting-edge research. The PhD positions are fully funded, with standard Cornell University support for tuition and stipend. The application deadline is December 15th, 2025. For more information, visit the Cornell ECE website or Prof. Jiaxin Lin's academic page.

Key research areas include computer systems, networking, programmable network devices, system for machine learning, and hardware accelerators. The lab has a strong record of publications and collaborations with industry leaders such as Google and Microsoft. Students will have opportunities to work on high-impact projects and present at top conferences. Interested candidates should prepare their application materials and apply through the Cornell ECE or CS PhD application portal before the deadline.