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Assistant Professor in Security and Network Engineering
University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Last updated: 2024-05-21 posted on 2024-05-16
Assistant or Associate Professor in Cybersecurity
University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom
The School of Computer Science is looking to strengthen the existing Security and Privacy Research group. The available positions are linked to the chair in Applied Cryptography (held by Elisabeth Oswald): were are thus looking for applicants with a specific interest in applied cryptography in the context of hardware and embedded systems security (e.g. pre-silicon leakage and fault analysis, secure embedded software development, statistical side channel and fault evaluation techniques, machine and deep learning for side channels).
Further information about the duties that come with the role, as well as salary information, and information about the School, are available via the link provided. For further questions please contact Prof. Elisabeth Oswald in the first instance. The closing date for applications is June 16th 2024.Last updated: 2024-05-21 posted on 2024-05-15
Senior Cryptographer Engineer
Copper.co
Key Responsibilities of the role
Your experience, skills and knowledge
This role is right for you if:
Essential
Desirable
Clara Luna
clara.luna@copper.co
Last updated: 2024-05-21 posted on 2024-05-13
PhD Student in Security of AI Hardware
University at Albany, SUNY, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering; Albany, New York
Last updated: 2024-05-10 posted on 2024-05-09
Ph.D. Students in Cryptography
University of Wollongong, Australia
Last updated: 2024-05-10 posted on 2024-05-07
Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Wollongong, Australia
Last updated: 2024-05-10 posted on 2024-05-07
Postdoctoral Researcher
Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
The position involves performing research in theoretical and applied cryptography, particularly on public-key cryptography and secure multi-party computation. The successful candidate will start as soon as possible, and in any case not later than December 2024.
The position is offered for 1 year and can be extended contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance. The salary is competitive with similar positions at top institutions in Europe.
Applicants should ideally have a strong background in provable security, and are expected to be highly motivated and mathematically mature. Applications should be sent by email at venturi@di.uniroma1.it and must include: (i) a CV with a list of publications, (ii) a short research statement, (iii) names and contact information of 2-3 potential references.
Last updated: 2024-05-07 posted on 2024-05-07
Multiple academic teaching positions
Xiamen University Malaysia, Sepang, Malaysia
Xiamen University Malaysia is now seeking highly motivated, committed and qualified individuals for academic teaching positions in computer science and cyber security.
Candidates in computer science and cyber security are welcome to apply. The ideal candidate is expected to be able to support general computing subjects, as well as cyber security specialization subjects. Applicants must possess a PhD degree in a related discipline.
Applicants with specific teaching and research interests in TWO OR MORE of the following areas are encouraged to apply:
- Digital Forensics and Investigation
- Network Traffic Monitoring and Analysis
- Advanced Network Attack and Defence Technology
- Malware Analysis
- Cryptanalysis
- Biometrics
- Blockchain Technology
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are invited to submit a digital application packet to: recruit_academic@xmu.edu.my and iftekhar.salam@xmu.edu.my
The subject line of your email must include: your name, relevant academic discipline, and the specific position for which you are applying for. All application packets must include the following attachments:
- Your detailed and current CV with publication (*Asterisk to indicate corresponding author, include Indexing & Quartile);
- Cover letter;
- List of courses from the above that the candidate can support;
- Evidence of academic qualifications (Bachelor, Master & PhD Certificate; Bachelor, Master & PhD Transcripts and Professional Certificates);
- 3-5 Full-Text publications (if applicable);
- Teaching evaluation (if applicable);
- Two academic references (at least one of them is the applicant’s current/most recent employer).
Last updated: 2024-05-02 posted on 2024-05-02
Post-Doc
Faculty of engineering, Bar-Ilan University, Israel
The position involves performing theoretical research in cryptography, particularly on secure computation over unreliable channels and networks where the adversary controls the communication channels.
The position is offered for 1 year and can be extended by an additional year contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.
Applicants should ideally have a background in information-theoretic secure computation as well as a general background in cryptography. Knowledge of coding theory and information theory is an advantage. Candidates are expected to be highly motivated and mathematically capable.
Applications should include
(1) a CV including a list of publications,
(2) a short research statement,
(3) names and contact information of 2-3 potential references.
Last updated: 2024-04-30 posted on 2024-04-29
Post-Doc on E-Voting
Surrey Centre for Cyber Security, University of Surrey, UK
Salary: 36,024 to 41,732 GBP
Closing Date: 13th May 2024
We are looking for a postdoc with expertise on electronic-voting or related topics. The successful post holder is expected to start 1 July 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter and will run until 31st October 2026. The position will be based in the Department of Computer Science and its highly regarded Surrey Centre for Cyber Security (SCCS), working with Dr. Cătălin Drăgan.
The Surrey Centre for Cyber Security (SCCS) is a widely recognized centre of excellence for cyber security research and teaching. There are approximately 17 permanent academic members and 15 non-academic researchers with expertise on voting, formal modelling and verification, applied cryptography, trust systems, social media, communication and networks, and blockchain and distributed ledger technologies over key sectors such as government, finance, communications, transport and cross-sector technologies.
Qualifications:
- We are looking for applicants that demonstrate strong research and analytical skills, have strong communication skills and enthusiasm for developing their own research ideas.
- Applicants should have expertise in one of the following areas: e-voting, or formal verification of cryptographic protocols, or provable security.
- A PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or other closely related area (or be on course of getting one very soon at the time of application).
Last updated: 2024-04-27 posted on 2024-04-22
Ph.D. Thesis on Efficient Secure Multi-Party Computation
Bosch Research, Renningen, Germany
Thus, we are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate with a strong background in applied cryptography and preferably also MPC. The candidates should meet the following requirements:
- Education: Hold an M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) with excellent grades in IT security or computer science.
- Experience and Knowledge: Strong background in (applied) cryptography with a particular focus on cryptographic protocols/MPC, including security models and basic security proof techniques. Good software development/programming skills.
- Personality and Working Practice: Self-motivated and enthusiastic, independent, reliable, creative, and able to work in an international team with diverse background.
- Language: Fluent English language skills
- become a part of the team and advance research on MPC,
- develop novel approaches to improve the practical efficiency of actively secure MPC protocols,
- design efficient MPC protocols for diverse use-cases, and
- publish and present your results in top-tier journals and at conferences.
Last updated: 2024-04-23 posted on 2024-04-19
Ph.D. student
University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom
I am looking for Ph.D. students in the area of analysing and preventing physical side channels in embedded devices. Two positions are available, which, as usual in the UK, enable the post holder to cover their tuition fees as well as enable them to cover their living expenses.
The research topics that I am recruiting for are:
- Pre-silicon modelling and analysis: you should be familiar with utilising a typical HW design flow, power simulation tools, and you should have an interest in developing skills in leakage modelling as well as analysis.
- Statistical detection and analysis methods: you should be comfortable with probability theory and statistics, and you should have an interest in exploring sophisticated statistical approaches in the context of exploiting and detecting leakage. This research may also touch on statistical learning methods.
- Implementation and analysis of post-quantum schemes: you should be familiar with low level software implementations (aka Assembly programming), and have an interest in exploring implementation options (potentially also considering dedicated hardware, e.g. the impact of dedicated instructions) to develop secure and reasonably efficient post-quantum implementations.
If you feel that you fit with one (or several) of the three topics, or, if you believe that you can make a good case for another topic, then please get in touch (see contact info below). Please send me a transcript of records, and a short (1 page) statement explaining why you want to do a PhD with me). If I think that you are a viable candidate, I will guide you through the application process.
I am now a faculty member and thus part of the Birmingham Centre for Security and Privacy. You can find information about this research group here: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/centre-for-cyber-security-and-privacy. This is a sizeable research group, which offers companionship via other PhD students and staff members, as well as opportunities via many good relationships with industry.
Last updated: 2024-04-23 posted on 2024-04-17
I-2421 – POST DOC IN SOFTWARE AND DATA SECURITY
Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology
Last updated: 2024-04-17 posted on 2024-04-16
PhD Student
University of New Brunswick, Computer Science; Fredericton, Canada
Last updated: 2024-04-17 posted on 2024-04-13
Postdoc in AI security and cryptography
University of Bergen, Norway
Last updated: 2024-04-13 posted on 2024-04-12
I-2425 – POST-DOC IN WIRELESS NETWORK SECURITY
Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology
Last updated: 2024-04-11 posted on 2024-04-11
Postdoc in AI security and cryptography
University of Bergen, Norway
Last updated: 2024-04-11 posted on 2024-04-11
Senior Secure Web Service Java Software Engineer for Trust Provisioning (m/f/d)
NXP Semiconductors GmbH Austria
Ready to join the future of innovation in our team at NXP? We are expanding our Trust Provisioning Team at NXP Gratkorn!
Trust Provisioning is the secure creation, insertion, and distribution of confidential data and key material for chip personalization, including product configuration and development of software for underlying production flows.
Key Responsibilities:
Last updated: 2024-04-11 posted on 2024-04-10
PhD Studentship
Vu Amsterdam
Last updated: 2024-04-09 posted on 2024-04-04
Applied Cyptographer
Quantstamp
Quantstamp is looking for an applied cryptographer. Quantstamp often deals with a wide range of cryptographic problems, including reviewing implementations and tackling new theoretical problems using cryptography. For example, Quantstamp regularly receives requests to review code bases which either invoke or implement (custom) cryptography, as part of an audit.
Requirments
Last updated: 2024-04-09 posted on 2024-04-04
Fully-Funded PhD Position in Lattice-Based Privacy Enhancing Technologies
Monash University; Melbourne, Australia
- highly competitive scholarships to cover tuition fees, health insurance and living expenses (as stipend),
- opportunities to collaborate with leading academic and industry experts in the related areas,
- opportunities to participate in international grant-funded projects,
- collaborative and friendly research environment,
- an opportunity to live/study in one of the most liveable and safest cities in the world.
Requirements. A strong mathematical and cryptography background is required. Some knowledge/experience in coding (for example, Python, C/C++, SageMath) is a plus. Candidates must have completed (or be about to complete within the next 8 months) a significant research component either as part of their undergraduate (honours) degree or masters degree. They should have excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
How to apply. please first refer to mfesgin.github.io/supervision/ for more information. Then, please fill out the following form (also clickable from the advertisement title): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOvp0w397TQMTjTa6T7TKqri703Z-c3en0aS654w6nl4_EFg/viewform
Last updated: 2024-04-09 posted on 2024-04-04
Embedded Crypto Software Developer (m/f/d)
NXP Semiconductors Gratkorn/Austria, Hamburg/Germany, Eindhoven/Netherlands & Toulouse/France
Become part of a highly talented and dynamic international development team that develops state-of-the art secure cryptographic libraries which are protected against physical and logical attacks, which have applications across all different NXP domains and business lines (payment, identification, mobile, IoT, Automotive, Edge Processing, etc.).
When you join NXP you have the opportunity to broaden your technical knowledge in all of these areas.
Responsibilities
- You will develop crypto algorithms (incl. Post Quantum Crypto) based on specifications, being involved from the coding/programming, test, code review, release stages.
- You will align with our innovation team, architectural team, hardware teams and support teams to develop the algorithms which contribute to a complete security subsystem in all of NXP's business lines.
Your Profile
- Bachelor + 3-5 years of relevant experience Or You are a graduate with a Master or PhD Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, Cryptography
- You have a passion for technology, you bring ideas to the table and you are proud of your results.
We offer
- We offer you the opportunity to learn and build on your technical knowledge and experience in some of the following areas: algorithm development including post quantum cryptography (DES, AES, RSA, ECC, SHA and many more)
- embedded software development in C and Assembly
- work with ARM Cortex M and RISC V platforms
- Work on hardware and software countermeasures against side channel (SCA) and fault attacks, (FA).
Ready to create a smarter world? Join the future of Innovation. Join NXP. Apply online!
https://nxp.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/fr-FR/careers/job/Gratkorn/Embedded-Crypto-Software-Developer--m-f-d-_R-10052127
Last updated: 2024-03-26 posted on 2024-03-25
Research Positions on Zero-Knowledge, Blockchain and MPC protocols, Ph.D. & Post-Doc
University of Edinburgh and ZK Lab
Last updated: 2024-03-23 posted on 2024-03-22
Postdoctoral Researcher
PQShield Ltd, Research and Development
What you’ll be doing:
The primary responsibility of this position will be to advance the state of post-quantum secure messaging such as Signal and Message Layer Security (MLS). While the main focus is to conduct groundbreaking research, we encourage and support translating academic research into tangible contributions, such as proposals to the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) for standardisation.
Qualifications: While you will mostly collaborate with a group, it is preferred that you have some of the following backgrounds to ensure a smooth start into the project:
In addition to cryptographic expertise, we seek candidates with:
PQShield Career page: https://pqshield.com/careers/apply/?gh_jid=4309579101
Last updated: 2024-03-23 posted on 2024-03-20
PhD Internship
Nokia Bell Labs; Antwerp, Belgium
At Bell Labs, the research arm of Nokia, we are currently designing and building systems that offer (1) computational integrity, (2) confidentiality, and (3) low-latency operations.
Internship Details:
As an intern in our lab, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to applied research in one of these areas, including:
Zero-Knowledge Proofs: Dive into topics like SNARKs, STARKs, and MPC-in-the-Head to enhance computational integrity. Computing on Encrypted Data: Explore homomorphic encryption (FHE) and secure multiparty computation (MPC) to address confidentiality challenges.
Acceleration: Investigate optimized implementations, software architecture, novel ZKP/FHE/MPC circuits, systems and friendly primitives.
Any other relevant subjects in this area are also welcome, such as zkML, FHE+ML, verifiable FHE, applications of MPC, and beyond.
Candidate Profile:
- You are currently doing a PhD or PostDoc
- Some familiarity with one of the areas: FHE, MPC or ZKP
- Both applied and theoretical researchers are welcome
- Fully funded internship with benefits (based on Belgian income standards)
- Internship any time from now until the end of 2024
- Possibility to visit local university crypto groups (e.g. COSIC KU Leuven)
- A wonderful desk with a view of the Zoo of Antwerp (elephants and bisons visible)
- Having access to the best beers and chocolates in the world
Last updated: 2024-03-19 posted on 2024-03-17
PhD student (fully funded)
Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
At the Department of Software Systems and Cybersecurity (SSC) at Monash, we have several openings for PhD positions. The topics of interest are post-quantum cryptography (based on lattices and/or hash), their applications, and their secure and efficient software and hardware implementations.
- Amongst the benefits:
- We provide highly competitive scholarships opportunities to collaborate with leading academic and industry experts in the above-mentioned areas.
- There will be opportunities to participate in (inter)nationally funded projects.
- We have a highly collaborative and friendly research environment.
- You will have an opportunity to live/study in one of the most liveable and safest cities in the world.
The positions will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are found.
- Entry requirements include:
- Some mathematical and cryptography backgrounds.
- Some knowledge/experience in coding (for example, Python, C/C++, and/or SageMath) is a plus.
- Must have completed (or be about to complete within the next 6 months) a significant research component either as part of their undergraduate (honours) degree or masters degree.
- Should have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
How to apply. Please fill out the following form (also clickable from the advertisement title): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetFZLvDNug5SzzE-iH97P9TGzFGkZB-ly_EBGOrAYe3zUYBw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Last updated: 2024-03-19 posted on 2024-03-17
Ph.D. Position (Fully Funded)
CEA-LIST France & University of Paris-Saclay, France
Thus we are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate with a string background in applied cryptography including FHE/MPC.
The candidate must meet the following requirements
The position is based at the CEA-LIST Nano-Innov campus in Palaiseau, France (30 mins from central Paris), fully funded for three years, no teaching duties, annual leaves, and the usual benefits.
Contact us with your CV and Cover letter for more details on the subject.
Last updated: 2024-03-17 posted on 2024-03-13
Applied Cryptographer
Quantstamp
Quantstamp is looking for an applied cryptographer. Quantstamp often deals with a wide range of cryptographic problems, including reviewing implementations and tackling new theoretical problems using cryptography. For example, Quantstamp regularly receives requests to review code bases which either invoke or implement (custom) cryptography, as part of an audit.
Required
Last updated: 2024-03-11 posted on 2024-03-07
Ph.D. Thesis on Efficient Secure Multi-Party Computation
Robert Bosch GmbH, Renningen, Germany
Thus, we are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate with a strong background in applied cryptography and preferably also MPC.
The candidates should meet the following requirements:
- Education: Hold an M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) with excellent grades in IT security or computer science.
- Experience and Knowledge: Strong background in (applied) cryptography with a particular focus on cryptographic protocols/MPC, including security models and basic security proof techniques. Good software development/programming skills.
- Personality and Working Practice: Self-motivated and enthusiastic, independent, reliable, creative, and able to work in an international team with diverse background.
- Language: Fluent English language skills
- become a part of the team and advance research on MPC,
- develop novel approaches to improve the practical efficiency of actively secure MPC protocols,
- design efficient MPC protocols for diverse use-cases, and
- publish and present your results in top-tier journals and at conferences.
Last updated: 2024-03-07 posted on 2024-03-06
Postdoctoral Fellow in Cryptography
The University of Edinburgh
Last updated: 2024-03-07 posted on 2024-02-29
Postdoctoral Researchers in Post-Quantum Cryptography
Institute of Software Chinese Academy of Sciences
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a related field and proven expertise in areas like lattice-based, multivariable polynomial-based, hash-based, code-based, or isogeny-based cryptography. A strong publication record and the ability to work collaboratively are essential. Excellent programming skills and knowledge of provable security theories are preferred.
Responsibilities include conducting high-level research, publishing findings, collaborating with team members, and participating in academic and industry events. The positions offer an annual pre-tax salary of 500,000 to 700,000 CNY (approx. 80,000 to 100,000 USD) and are based in Beijing. English proficiency is required; Chinese is not.
Applicants should send a CV with publications, a research statement, and at least two recommendation letters. Apply by July 30, 2024, for full consideration. This opportunity allows you to contribute to the advancement of cryptography at a leading Chinese research institution.
Last updated: 2024-02-29 posted on 2024-02-29
Tenured Professor position, Cryptology and Information Security
University of Versailles St-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France
Job description: A tenured Professor faculty position (“Professeur des universités”) is open to highly qualified candidates who are committed to a career in research and teaching. Preference will be given to candidates with very strong research achievements in one or several of the areas related to the general fields of cryptology and information security.
Responsibilities include research leadership and dissemination, supervision of doctoral students, development of national or international research projects, and strong commitment to teaching at undergraduate or graduate level.
How to apply: Applications must be sent exclusively via the GALAXIE portal (https://galaxie.enseignementsup-recherche.gouv.fr/antares/can/index.jsp). The list of mandatory documents to be provided is defined by the decree of 6 February 2023. It is available on the GALAXIE portal.
Deadline for submitting applications: Friday, March 29, 2024, 4 PM, Paris time (France).
For selected candidates, in person auditions will take place on Thursday, May 23, 2024 (in Versailles).
IMPORTANT NOTE: Except for candidates who are currently “Maître de conférences” in France and hold an HDR diploma (“Habilitation à diriger des recherches”), a “Qualification aux fonctions de professeur des universités” certificate from the french “Conseil National des Universités” is usually required to apply. However candidates who already hold a tenured Professor (or equivalent) position may in some cases be exempted from this certificate.
e-mail: louis.goubin (at) uvsq.fr
Last updated: 2024-03-01 posted on 2024-02-26
PhD Position in Cryptography and Privacy Engineering
Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany
The Cryptography and Privacy Engineering Group (ENCRYPTO) @CS Department @Technical University of Darmstadt offers a fully funded position as Doctoral Researcher (Research Assistant/PhD Student) in Cryptography and Privacy Engineering to be filled as soon as possible and initially for 3 years with the possibility of extension.
Job description:You'll work in the collaborative research center CROSSING funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). In our project E4 Compiler for Privacy-Preserving Protocols, we build compilers to automatically generate optimized MPC protocols for privacy-preserving applications. See https://encrypto.de/CROSSING for details. As PhD@ENCRYPTO, you primarily focus on your research aiming to publish&present the results at top venues.
We offer:We demonstrate that privacy is efficiently protectable in real-world applications via cryptographic protocols. Our open and international working environment facilitates excellent research in a sociable team. TU Darmstadt is a top research university for IT security, cryptography and CS in Europe. Darmstadt is a very international, livable and well-connected city in the Rhine-Main area around Frankfurt.
Your profile:- Completed Master's degree (or equivalent) at a top university with excellent grades in IT security, computer science, or a similar area.
- Extensive knowledge in applied cryptography/IT security and very good software development skills. Knowledge in cryptographic protocols (ideally MPC) is a plus.
- Experience and interest to engage in teaching.
- Self-motivated, reliable, creative, can work independently, and striving to do excellent research.
- Our working language is English: Able to discuss/write/present scientific results in English. German is beneficial but not required.
Last updated: 2024-02-29 posted on 2024-02-22
Researcher
Blanqet
We are looking to hire several researchers to join our Chicago based team for periods of one to three years with the potential for longer employment. Our focus is on imaginative individuals who are devoted to both research and its practical realization. Relevant areas of interest include, but are not limited to, cryptography, quantum and post-quantum cryptography, computer security, computational algebra and number theory.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work alongside other researchers at Blanqet and at the nearby University of Chicago. Joint academic affiliations with the University of Chicago are possible when appropriate.
Applicants are expected to have (or expect to soon have) a Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, physics or a related area. To apply, submit a curriculum vitae (including a list of publications), and a brief description of your research interests (description of research interests not to exceed two pages, more or less, and arrange for three letters of reference. Applications and letters should be sent via email to contact@blanqet.net. We will make offers on a rolling basis with flexibility as to the start date.
Last updated: 2024-02-21 posted on 2024-02-19
PhD student
Technical University of Munich, Germany
A position for a PhD student in Cryptography is available in the newly formed research group led by Lorenz Panny in the Department of Mathematics, within the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology, located at the Garching campus.
The group was established in 2023 and primarily focuses on mathematical aspects of post-quantum cryptography: for example, this includes topics such as classical and quantum cryptanalysis, cryptographic constructions based on isogenies of abelian varieties and other algebraic objects, and efficient algorithms for both attacks and secure implementations.
Please refer to the linked website for details on the position and application process.
Last updated: 2024-02-19 posted on 2024-02-17
Postdoctoral researchers
Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P)
• Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity
• Quantum Cryptography
• Quantum Blockchain
Key duties:
The Postdoctoral researcher will be expected to:
• Publish in high impact journals in the field.
• Participate to the supervision of PhD students and research internships.
Criteria of the candidate:
• PhD in the field of Cryptography, Computer security or any related field.
• Strong publication record in high impact conferences / journals.
• Very good programming skills (e.g., C, C++, Python), familiarity with Linux
• Proficiency in English and ability to work in a team
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
Employment terms:
The successful candidate will be employed by Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) based at Benguerir (50 km north of Marrakech), Morocco. The net salary per month is 2000 USD. The initial appointment as Postdoctoral researcher will be for one-year renewable depending on satisfactory performance.
Applications and selection procedure:
Applications must be sent using a single electronic zipped folder with the mention of the job title in the mail subject. The folder must contain:
• A 1-page cover letter with main research interests.
• A detailed CV.
• A 1-page brief research statement.
• Contact information of 2 references (Applicants are assumed to have obtained their references’ consent to be contacted for this matter).
Contact: Prof. Mustapha Hedabou (mustapha.hedabou@um6p.ma)
Last updated: 2024-02-19 posted on 2024-02-16
PHD STUDENT OR POST-DOC IN SUSTAINABLE TRUST ANCHOR FOR IOT
CSEM, Neuchâtel CH
Collaborating with two experienced teams in security, digital hardware and software, you will contribute to the development of an embedded anchor of trust for future generation of sustainable IoT devices, enabling features such as post quantum cryptography, threshold cryptography, distributed architectures, or reconfigurability over the air. You will be working closely with a diverse team of engineers and researchers, and you will take a leading role in transforming a vision into tangible IPs.
Your responsibilities
- Research in applied cryptography and implementations for embedded devices.
- Implement cryptography and security primitives for embedded devices; mainly HW/SW co-design.
- Develop Proof of concepts based on advanced cryptography topics.
- Harden security modules against side channel attacks, software attacks and other threats.
- Adopt a holistic approach to design and implement robust features yielding solid foundations for end-to-end security.
- Propose innovative security IPs, challenge them against state of the art and review them with peers.
Know-how
- PhD graduate or an MSc graduate.
- Background in one or more of these fields: digital design, embedded software design and applied cryptography.
- A high motivation to progress and excel in the field of applied cryptography and embedded security.
- Experience in digital hardware or embedded software development.
- Programming skills in VHDL, C, Python (or equivalent).
- Fluent in English. French or German are an advantage.
Interpersonal skills
- Natural curiosity and ability to adapt to new situations.
- Autonomous and hands-on, motivated to take initiative in the development of innovative solutions.
- Open-minded attitude and well-developed team-spirit.
Last updated: 2024-02-19 posted on 2024-02-15
Post-docs and PhD Residencies
SandboxAQ
We have postdoc and PhD residency positions available at SandboxAQ [1]. We seek people interested in doing research in the areas of post-quantum cryptography, privacy, and machine learning applied to cybersecurity. The positions are remote, but allow for travel to collaborate with team members. The postdoc residencies are initially for two years, but with the option to extend it to up to three years, on mutual agreement. PhD residencies are up to one year.
We are open to strong candidates that reinforce existing expertise of the team as well as candidates extending our expertise. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where we have zero tolerance for discrimination. We invest in our employees' personal and professional growth. Learn more about what we’ve been doing so far by checking out our publications page [2] or the individual DBLP pages of our permanent researchers listed below for each of the teams associated with these residencies. [1] www.sandboxaq.com [2] pub.sandboxaq.com Rolling deadline. More information: https://www.sandboxaq.com/careers. PQC members’ information:- Carlos Aguilar Melchor: https://dblp.org/pid/71/4606.html
- Martin Albrecht: https://dblp.org/pid/92/7397.html
- Nina Bindel: https://dblp.org/pid/167/3021.html
- James Howe: https://dblp.org/pid/163/8680.html
- Andreas Hülsing: https://dblp.org/pid/27/1744.html
- Nicolas Gama: https://dblp.org/pid/49/4575.html
- Sandra Guasch Castelló: https://dblp.org/pid/86/8292.html
- Raphael Labaca-Castro: raphael.labaca@sandboxaq.com
- Parth Mishra: parth.mishra@sandboxaq.com
- PQC: martin.albrecht@sandboxaq.com and james.howe@sandboxaq.com
- Privacy: nicolas.gama@sandboxaq.com and sandra.guasch@sandboxaq.com
- ML: raphael.labaca@sandboxaq.com and parth.mishra@sandboxaq.com
Last updated: 2024-02-13 posted on 2024-02-12
Post-Doc
University of Wollongong, Australia
Last updated: 2024-02-13 posted on 2024-02-12
Ph.D. student
University of Wollongong, Australia
Last updated: 2024-02-13 posted on 2024-02-12
Senior Research Scientist - PQC
SanboxAQ (USA, remote; Europe, remote; Canada, remote)
The SandboxAQ team is looking for a Research Scientist to help functionalize the next generation of cryptographic systems. A successful candidate will be comfortable with research in post-quantum cryptography. We are open to strong candidates that reinforce existing expertise of the team as well as candidates extending our expertise. They will be part of a team of diverse cryptographers and engineers, where they will play a key role in efficient and effective enablement of the technologies being developed. They can learn more about what we’ve been doing so far by checking out the publications of our permanent researchers: Carlos Aguilar Melchor, Martin Albrecht, Nina Bindel, James Howe, Andreas Hülsing, and Anand Kumar Narayanan
Core Responsibilities- Research and design of new post-quantum cryptography primitives and protocols
- Engage in team collaborations to meet ambitious product and engineering goals
- Present research discoveries and developments including updates and results clearly and efficiently both internally and externally, verbally and in writing
- PhD in Mathematics or Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
- Strong background in post-quantum cryptography with a proven publication record at flagship conferences
- Deep understanding of cryptographic primitives and protocols
- Capacity to work both as an individual contributor and on collaborative projects with strong teamwork skills
- Experience in C, C++, Rust or Go, or equivalent skills to implement and validate innovative cryptographic constructions and/or protocols
- Experience with the real-world aspects of cryptography
- Experience contributing to open source projects and standardization bodies
- Curiosity in a variety of domains of cryptography, security, privacy, or engineering
Last updated: 2024-02-05 posted on 2024-02-02
Ph.D. internship or Post-Doc
UCLouvain Crypto Group, Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium
Last updated: 2024-02-05 posted on 2024-02-02
Ph.D. Students in Cryptography
School of Computing and Information Technology, University of Wollongong, Australia
Last updated: 2024-02-01 posted on 2024-02-01
Ph.D. student
TU Wien, Security and Privacy Research Unit
Your profile:
- Master degree in computer science or equivalent (degree completion by employment start)
- Excellent English, communication, and teamwork skills
- Background in formal methods (e.g., automated reasoning, type systems, or proof assistants) or cryptography
- Experience in research is a plus
- A job in an internationally renowned group, which regularly publishes in top security venues, and consists of an international, diverse, and inclusive team with expertise in formal methods, cryptography, security, privacy, and blockchains
- Diverse research topics in formal methods for security and privacy, with a specific focus on cryptographic protocols and blockchains
- An international English-speaking environment (German not required)
- A competitive salary
- Flexible hours
- Motivation letter
- Bachelor/Master’s transcripts
- Publication list (if available)
- Curriculum vitae
- Contact information for two referees
Last updated: 2024-02-01 posted on 2024-01-31
Research Fellows / Postdocs
SUTD, Singapore
* A PhD degree in computer science or related fields
* Good background in cybersecurity and digital forensics.
* Experience in biometric-based authentication for smartphone users.
* Practical experience in machine learning and AI.
* Strong analytical skill.
* Publication records in *top* cybersecurity conferences/journals.
* Good programming skill in C/C++ and Python/Java.
* Excellent communication and writing skills in English.
* Great team player.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview. Successful candidates will be offered internationally competitive remuneration. Interested candidates please send your CV to Prof. Jianying Zhou [jianying_zhou@sutd.edu.sg].
Last updated: 2024-02-01 posted on 2024-01-30
Ph.D. student
TU Wien Informatics, Vienna, Austria
Last updated: 2024-01-25 posted on 2024-01-24
Postdoc Position in Zero Knowledge Proof Application and Acceleration
University of California San Diego, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering; San Diego, CA
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
- Strong ability in at least C/C++ or Rust
- Familiarity with popular open-source zero-knowledge proof frameworks
- Publication record in top venues, with proven research record around zero-knowledge proofs
- Strong theoretical understanding of zero-knowledge proofs and its various constructions
- Ability to work on-site in San Diego
Last updated: 2024-01-25 posted on 2024-01-24
Postdoc Position in Privacy-Preserving Computation
University of California San Diego, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering; San Diego, CA
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field
- Strong ability in at least C/C++, Python, or Rust
- Familiarity with popular open-source privacy-preserving computation frameworks
- Publication record in top venues, with proven research record in applied cryptography or adjacent field
- Strong applied cryptography skills
- Ability to work on-site in San Diego
To apply, please send your CV to Farinaz Koushanfar at the email: fkoushanfar@ucsd.edu
Last updated: 2024-01-25 posted on 2024-01-24
Software Security Researcher
Technology Innovation Institute
Last updated: 2024-01-25 posted on 2024-01-23
Hardware Security Researcher
Technology Innovation Institute
Last updated: 2024-01-25 posted on 2024-01-23
Applied Cryptographer
Quantstamp, Remote/ Anywhere
Quantstamp is looking for an applied cryptographer. Quantstamp often deals with a wide range of cryptographic problems, including reviewing implementations and tackling new theoretical problems using cryptography. For example, Quantstamp regularly receives requests to review code bases which either invoke or implement (custom) cryptography, as part of an audit.
Zero knowledge applications are becoming more common across all ecosystems, and this kind of math will also soon be the basis of several scaling solutions - in particular, zero knowledge rollups. These applications often use a zero-knowledge Succinct Non-interactive Argument of Knowledge (zk-SNARK) proof system, or a zero-knowledge Succinct Transparent Argument of Knowledge (zk-STARK) proof system.
Your work will involve doing research about various cryptographic protocols. Some protocols of interest will be those found in the code of our audit clients, others will be protocols of interest for future audits. In particular, in anticipation of audits of, or for, zero-knowledge rollup systems, you’ll be asked to understand various zero-knowledge proof systems. There are a lot of those - we don’t expect mastery in all of them, but mastery of at least one would be ideal.
Required
Last updated: 2024-01-19 posted on 2024-01-18
Cryptography Engineer
Copper.co
Last updated: 2024-01-06 posted on 2024-01-02
Post-doc, Research Assistant/Associate, Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Applicants should have (a) a doctoral degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Communication, Mathematics or Statistics; (b) an established track record in research and scholarship; (c) expertise in the cryptographic and security research areas; and (d) a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching.
The school will provide highly competitive remuneration packages and assist applicants to apply for various national, provincial and ministerial level talent programs such as “Outstanding Youth Talents Program”, Shanghai “Talents Program”,etc. We will also assist on employment of spouses, schooling for children and medical care.
Chaoping Xing, emial: xingcp@sjtu.edu.cn; Ni Liang, email: liangni@sjtu.edu.cn
Last updated: 2024-01-02 posted on 2023-12-26
Postdoctoral Fellow in Cryptography
The University of Edinburgh
Application deadline 16/01/2024 23:59 GMT
Last updated: 2023-12-20 posted on 2023-12-20
PhD in Cryptography
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Last updated: 2023-12-20 posted on 2023-12-18
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cybersecurity
Federal University of Minas Gerais, Department of Computer Science; Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Last updated: 2023-12-04 posted on 2023-12-01
Cryptography Researcher
Nillion
As a Cryptography Researcher at Nillion, you will research, design, and define cryptographic protocols within the larger framework of distributed systems, formally proving their security. You will be responsible for conducting groundbreaking research that will lead to commercially viable and reliable products by analyzing, proposing, and validating cryptography solutions within a decentralized computing environment
Requirements:
- 5+ years of academic research experience in cryptography
- Qualified to a PhD or Postdoc degree in cryptography
- Several international scientific publications
- Deep understanding of MPC
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Extensive experience working with internal and external stakeholders
- Have highly effective communication, interpersonal and critical thinking skills
- Ability to understand, formally describe and prove mathematical concepts in writing
- The ability to write formal security proofs in the UC framework Publications in the domain of MPC, ZKP or FHE
Responsibilities:
- Developing new protocols and their security proofs
- Creating variants of existing protocols (synchronous/asynchronous, computational/ITS, passive/active, static/mobile adversaries, boolean/arithmetic, etc.)
- Verifying existing Nillion protocols and their security proofs
- Proof-reading existing written material (e.g. technical whitepaper)
- Writing new security proofs for existing Nillion protocols
- Optimizing existing protocols for performance Giving internal presentations for educational purposes Participating in brainstorming sessions for new ideas
Last updated: 2023-12-04 posted on 2023-12-01
Instructor Position
Koç University
Koç University is a private, non-profit institution located on a state-of-the-art campus in Istanbul, Turkey. The University is supported by the Vehbi Koç Foundation and is committed to the pursuit of excellence in both teaching and research. The medium of instruction is English.
Applicants should send a cover letter, a current CV, and a statement of teaching interests to comp-instructor23-group@ku.edu.tr. Please include the names and email addresses of at least three references in your application. All applications completed by December 15, 2023, will receive full consideration, but candidates are urged to submit all required materials as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed until the positions are filled.
Last updated: 2023-12-04 posted on 2023-12-01
Full-Time Faculty Position
Koç University
Faculty members are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in addition to maintaining a vigorous research program, collaborating across multiple disciplines, and leveraging the research infrastructure of Koç University such as Koç University Is Bank Artificial Intelligence Research Center (KUIS AI) and Koç University Translational Medicine Research Center (KUTTAM).
Koç University is a private, nonprofit institution located on a state-of-the-art campus in Istanbul, Turkey. The medium of instruction is English. Koç University hosts the highest number of European Research Council (ERC) Grant recipients and continues to receive the largest total amount of research funding from Horizon 2020 in the nation.
We are looking for outstanding individuals who are able to build strong research and teaching programs and who can develop into intellectual leaders. It is also important that the candidates interact closely with colleagues across different disciplines and contribute positively to the successful advancement of the College. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package (e.g., housing support, private insurance, K12 package, research startup support).
Applicants should submit their application online at Academic Jobs Online: CV, a statement of teaching interests, a description of the proposed research program, and the names and addresses of at least three references. The evaluation of applications will commence in mid-January and will continue until the positions are filled. All applications will be considered and treated confidentially.
Last updated: 2023-12-04 posted on 2023-12-01
Ph.D. Student - Efficient Secure Multi-Party Computation
Bosch Research, Renningen, Germany
Thus, we are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate with a strong background and/or interest in applied cryptography. The successful candidate will:
- become a part of the team and advance research on MPC
- develop novel approaches to improve the practical efficiency of actively secure MPC protocols
- design efficient MPC protocols for diverse use-cases
- integrate the results into our Cabyne Stack open source MPC platform
- publish and present the results in top-tier journals and at conferences
- Education: Hold an M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) with excellent grades in IT security, computer science, mathematics, or a related field
- Experience and Knowledge: Strong background in (applied) cryptography with a particular focus on cryptographic protocols/MPC, including security models and basic security proof techniques. Good software development/programming skills and the motivation to integrate scientific results into Carbyne Stack.
- Personality and Working Practice: Self-motivated and enthusiastic, independent, reliable, creative, and able to work in an international team with diverse background
- Language: Fluent English language skills
Last updated: 2023-11-29 posted on 2023-11-27
Post-Doc in Post-Quantum Cryptography for V2X
Institute for Quantum Computing, University of Waterloo
Last updated: 2023-11-23 posted on 2023-11-22