International Association
for Cryptologic Research

There is an open call for a postdoctoral position at the Department of Mathematics at the University of Genova (Italy) in Algebra/Geometry and their applications to Cryptography. The position is funded by the PRIN 2022 Grant, "Mathematical Primitives for Post-Quantum Digital Signatures." It is a one-year position, with no teaching obligations and some research funds. The expected start date is February 2, 2025, with limited flexibility. The annual gross salary is approximately €23,250. ​The selected candidate will work under my supervision and will be encouraged to develop their own research program. Strong familiarity with one or more of the following areas is expected: Commutative Algebra, Algebraic Geometry, Computational Algebra systems (particularly Macaulay2 and Magma), and Cryptography. ​The deadline for applications is November 8, 2024, at 12:00 PM (Italian time). ​Please ensure that your application includes a brief research statement (maximum 1 page), all publications (including preprints and your PhD thesis), and any relevant documents or information. Be sure to complete Forms B and C, as indicated in the application. While letters of recommendation are not mandatory, they are highly appreciated and may be sent directly to me. ​Feel free to contact me for further information. Please note that interviews (conducted via Skype) are scheduled for December 13, 2024, beginning at 14:00. Shortlisted applicants will be notified a few days in advance.