Kanad Basu

The TIES Lab at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the areas of AI Hardware and Hardware Security, with an anticipated start date of August 2026. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in cutting-edge research at the intersection of hardware design, security, reliability, and intelligent systems. The research group has a strong publication record in top venues such as DAC, MICRO, NDSS, TMLR, and HOST, and offers a collaborative environment with industry partners including Intel and IBM. RPI is located in Albany, NY, at the center of the Northeast semiconductor corridor, providing excellent proximity to major technology organizations such as IBM, GlobalFoundries, GE, Micron, Lam Research, and TEL. The position is particularly suited for candidates with expertise in computer architecture, VLSI/EDA, hardware security, AI/ML systems, and system reliability or dependability. Applicants should be highly motivated and possess a strong background in the relevant research areas. The position is funded, though specific details regarding salary or stipend are not provided. Interested candidates are encouraged to send their CV or resume directly to Associate Professor Kanad Basu at [email protected]. For more information, candidates can refer to the supervisor's LinkedIn profile or share the opportunity with others who may be interested.