International Association
for Cryptologic Research

The College of Science seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability. The Division of Mathematical Sciences in the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences at NTU provides a multidisciplinary academic program that provides students with a wide-ranging and up-to-date education. The Division of Mathematical Sciences invites applications for an Asst/Assoc Prof (Tenure Track/Tenured) position specializing in Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).

Closing date for applications:

Contact: MAS_Search@ntu.edu.sg

More information: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/NTU-Main-Campus-Singapore/Assistant-Professor-Associate-Professor--Tenure-Track-Tenured--in-Post-Quantum-Cryptography--PQC-_R00018013

The USF Center for Cryptographic Research is recruiting 3 postdoctoral fellows and 3 graduate students to work on Applied Algebra. Our program focuses on the following topics:

• Cryptology
• Coding Theory
• Quantum Computing

Candidates whose research intersects multiple topics of interest are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be hosted by the USF Department of Mathematics and Statistics. All candidates must be U.S. citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents (i.e. Green Card holders). The additional minimum qualifications are

• Postdoctoral: a PhD in mathematics, computer science, or a related field.
• Graduate students: a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, or evidence of completion of coursework in algebra, analysis and topology.

The start date is negotiable, but needs to be before the start of the Fall 2025 semester.

Our program is supported by an NSF Research Training Group (RTG) grant. More information about our RTG program is available at:
usf-crypto.org/rtg-overview/

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage all potential applicants to visit our applications page which includes a simplified procedure through an interest form:
usf-crypto.org/rtg-application/

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Jean-François Biasse (biasse@usf.edu)

More information: https://www.usf-crypto.org/rtg-application/

Topics: Quantum Readout of Physical Unclonable Functions; Use of PUFs in quantum-cryptographic protocols.

The project focuses on the use of PUFs as a physical authentication credential, and in particular Quantum Readout of PUFs, which enables remote authentication of physical credentials without the need to trust remote devices.

https://arxiv.org/abs/1303.0142
https://export.arxiv.org/abs/1802.07573
https://eprint.iacr.org/2016/971

One of the goals is to achieve Quantum Readout through a long optical fiber, with random challenges in the time-frequency domain (instead of the easier to achieve transverse modes domain). You will be involved in the system modeling, the design of protocols, and the security analysis.
A broader topic of interest is the use of PUFs in (quantum) security schemes in general.

We are looking for a researcher with strong analytical skills, with a master's degree in theoretical physics, cryptography, or a related field.

The research is done at the Eindhoven Institute for the Protection of Systems and Information (EIPSI), in the department of Mathematics and Computer Science. There is a strong collaboration with the TU/e's fiber optics experts at the department of Electrical Engineering, and with physicists at Twente University.

This position is part of the Dutch Zwaartekracht program "Challenges in Cyber Security", which aims to address fundamental open problems in digital security.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Boris Skoric

More information: https://jobs.tue.nl/nl/vacature/phd-on-physical-unclonable-functions-and-quantum-cryptography-1111069.html?_gl=1*1gre9ml*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTc5ODEzOTE3Ny4xNzI3MTkyODc0*_ga_JN37M497TT*MTcyNzE5Mjg3NC4xLjAuMTcyNzE5Mjg3NC4wLjAuMA

This is an urgent call for interested applicants. A funded Ph.D. student position is available starting January 2025 (all documents submitted by Oct. 15th, 2024) or, if positions are not filled, for Fall 2025 to work on different aspects of Cryptographic Engineering in the CSE department with Dr. Mehran Mozaffari Kermani.

The required expertise includes:
- Master’s in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
- Solid background in digital design, VLSI, computer arithmetic, and ASIC/FPGA
- Solid HDL expertise
- Outstanding English (if English tests are taken) to be eligible for department funding
- Motivation to work beyond the expectations from an average Ph.D. student and publish in top tier venues

Please closely observe the admission requirement details before emailing. We are looking for motivated, talented, and hardworking applicants who have background and are interested in working on different aspects of Cryptographic Engineering with emphasis on Side-channel attacks, particularly fault and power analysis attacks. Please send me your updated CV (including list of publications, language test marks, and references), transcripts for B.Sc. (and/or M.Sc.), and a statement of interest to: mehran2 (at) usf.edu as soon as possible.

NOTE: At this time, I consider only the applicants who have already taken TOEFL/IELTS exams with excellent marks. The successful candidate will be asked to apply formally very soon to the department, so all the material has to be ready. We do not require GRE.

Research Webpage: https://cse.usf.edu/~mehran2/

CSE Admissions: https://www.usf.edu/engineering/cse/graduate/prospective-students.aspx

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. Mehran Mozaffari Kermani Email: mehran2 (at) usf.edu

We are looking for a bright and motivated PhD student for a 3-year fully funded PhD position starting January 1st, 2025 (negotiable). The project is financed by the Independent Research Fund Denmark, and it is a collaboration between DTU, the University of Cambridge (UK), the Royal Holloway University of London (UK), and Stony Brook University (USA). It is an excellent opportunity to be involved in advanced research on cyber-security and cyber-deception, with important practical applications.

The position is part of the project Loki: Situational aware collaborative bio-inspired cyber-deception. This project, inspired by Norse mythology, with Loki being a shape-shifter god and a master of trickery, aims at redefining and evolving the emerging field of cyber-deception. Here, we attempt to deceive attackers by creating fake vulnerable systems that are aware of their surroundings and are constantly shifting. The project takes inspiration from nature (e.g., from the mimicry phenomenon) to synthesize sophisticated deception.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Emmanouil Vasilomanolakis

More information: https://efzu.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/4075

The Faculty of Computer Science at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum, one of Germany’s leading research universities, invites applications for a HORST-GÖRTZ-FOUNDATION-ENDOWED PROFESSORSHIP for Quantum Computing (m/f/d) (Open Rank: W3 tenured or W2 tenure track to W3) that is to be filled at the earliest possible date.

Successful applicants should demonstrate an outstanding track record, with a focus on any research area within quantum computing, such as, but not limited to, the following areas:

• Quantum algorithms and complexity theory
• Quantum and post-quantum cryptography
• Quantum learning and information theory
• Applications of future quantum computers

We are looking for a scientist with an internationally visible research profile who is willing to play a leading role in current and planned projects, complementing existing strengths for establishing quantum computing as a focus area at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum, especially at the Cluster of Excellence "CASA: Cyber Security in the Age of Large-Scale Adversaries" and the Horst Görtz Institute (a research department of the Ruhr-Universität Bochum).

The responsibilities of the future chair holder include participation in teaching in the study programs of the faculty. The prerequisites are excellent scientific qualifications, usually proven by a doctorate of outstanding quality and top international publications. Furthermore, a positive evaluation as a junior professor, habilitation, or equivalent academic achievement is required, as well as evidence of particular suitability for academic teaching and a willingness to participate in academic self-administration. We also expect: a high level of commitment to excellence in research and teaching; an ability to direct research work of the highest quality; a willingness to engage in interdisciplinary scientific work; a willingness and proven ability to attract (significant, in case of W3) third-party funded research projects and a willingness to participate in existing research collaborations.

The application deadline is Nov 10, 2024.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Michael Walter, Chair for Quantum Information, Faculty of Computer Science, Ruhr-Universität Bochum. Email: michael.walter@rub.de

More information: https://jobs.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/jobposting/c940730c4daab992995dd4c9f66bb24862244901

The Young Investigator Group “COSYS - Control Systems and Cyber Security Lab” at the Chair of IT Security at the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg has an open PhD/Postdoc position in the following areas:

• AI-based Network Attack Detection and Simulation.
• AI-enabled Penetration Testing.
• Privacy-Enhancing Technologies in Cyber-Physical Systems.

The available position is funded as 100% TV-L E13 tariff in Germany and limited until 31.07.2026, with possibility for extension. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree (PhD degree for Postdocs) or equivalent in Computer Science or related disciplines, or be close to completing it. If you are interested, please send your CV, transcript of records from your Master studies, and an electronic version of your Master's thesis (if possible), as a single pdf file. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Ivan Pryvalov (ivan.pryvalov@b-tu.de)

Our chair performs research and teaching in the area of IT Security with a strong focus on Network Security and Online Privacy. More information about us can be found at https://www.b-tu.de/en/fg-it-sicherheit.

Tasks:
• Active research in the area of intrusion detection systems (IDS) for critical infrastructures, secure cyber-physical systems, and artificial intelligence / machine learning for traffic analysis
• Implementation and evaluation of new algorithms and methods
• Cooperation and knowledge transfer with industrial partners
• Publication of scientific results
• Assistance with teaching

Requirements:
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) and PhD degree (only for PostDocs) in Computer Science or related disciplines
• Strong interest in IT security and/or networking and distributed systems
• Knowledge of at least one programming language (C++, Java, etc.) and one scripting language (Perl, Python, etc.) or strong willingness to quickly learn new programming languages
• Linux/Unix skills
• Knowledge of data mining, machine learning, statistics and result visualization concepts is of advantage
• Excellent working knowledge of English; German is of advantage
• Excellent communication skills

Applications containing the following documents:
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Transcript of records from your Master studies
• An electronic version of your Master thesis, if possible should be sent in a single PDF file as soon as possible, but not later than 04.10.2024 at itsec-jobs.informatik@lists.b-tu.de. Applications sent to email addresses other than that will be automatically discarded

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Andriy Panchenko,
Email: itsec-jobs.informatik@lists.b-tu.de

More information: https://www.informatik.tu-cottbus.de/~andriy/phd-ad-btu_en.pdf

The CryptoTeam at Chalmers University of Technology is looking for a PhD student (5 years, full position) to join the team.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to delve into the rapidly evolving field of Transparency Protocols and to make impactful contributions towards new designs, security proofs, and the uptake of this technology. You will join the CryptoTeam under the supervision of Assistant Professor Elena Pagnin and your base will be Chalmers (Gothenburg, Sweden). Chalmers is a renown University in Technical subjects, and provides a dynamic, highly international work environment within a world-leading research group with expertise in various aspects of cryptography, security, formal methods, and their applications.

For more information visit the official ad https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rmjob=13180&rmlang=UK . Note that only applications received via the Chalmers Vacancies portal will be considered. Application deadline: October 4, 2024.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Elena Pagnin

More information: https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rmjob=13180&rmlang=UK

The Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science (AMSS) of Chinese Academy of Sciences invites applications for tenured and tenure-track faculty positions at all ranks and in the areas of information theory, theoretical computer science and cryptography, coding and communication, etc. Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and individual performance. Excellent fringe benefits include annual research funds, settle-down allowance and low-priced tentative apartments near office for 5 years. Successful applicants are expected to conduct full-time research in AMSS. Teaching is appreciated, but not an obligation.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Dr. Zhifang Zhang, email: zfz@amss.ac.cn; Dr. Yanbin Pan, email: panyanbin@amss.ac.cn; Dr. Xiutao Feng, email: fengxt@amss.ac.cn

More information: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/23139

Fully funded Ph.D. and postdoc positions at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem are available at the Cryptography Group at the School of Computer Science and Engineering. Email applications should include a CV and references (if available).

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Ilan Komargodski (ilank at cs dot huji dot ac dot il)

Do you like solving challenges in cyber security? Do you want to become part of a growing team of cybersecurity researchers at the University of Amsterdam whose research contributes to securing our digital world? The Theory of Computer Science (TCS) and Complex Cyber Infrastructure (CCI) research groups of the Informatics Institute are looking for a new assistant professor in cyber security. You will be able to hire a PhD student as part of the startup-package.

You will conduct research in the “Challenges in Cyber Security” project, one of the few projects receiving funding in the prestigious NWO Gravitation program. In cooperation with researchers from TU Eindhoven, Radboud University Nijmegen, VU Amsterdam, and CWI, you will work on the grand challenges of cybersecurity in areas such as cryptography, software security, or physical security. Besides cutting-edge research, you will also contribute to education – for example, in the top-rated Security and Network Engineering MSc program – and other activities, including acquisition and management of funded research projects, supervision of PhD students, and supervision of BSc/MSc graduation projects.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Christian Schaffner

More information: https://vacatures.uva.nl/UvA/job/Assistant-Professor-in-Cyber-Security/802718502/

Offer Description

Centre for Hardware Security at the Department of Computer Systems in Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech) invites MSc holders in Computer Science or relevant fields to apply for a PhD position in secure hardware-efficient realization of lightweight cryptography algorithms.

Project Description

Lightweight cryptography plays an important role to ensure integrity, confidentiality, and security of sensitive information on devices with limited resources, such as internet of things (IoT) and wireless sensor networks. In our project, we aim to (i) explore hardware-efficient realizations of lightweight cryptography algorithms taking into account performance, power, and area (PPA) requirements; (ii) secure these implementations against well-known attacks, such as side-channel analysis and fault injection, considering the PPA overhead; and (iii) demonstrate promising designs in an application-specific integrated circuit and embed them in a real-world IoT environment.

Requirements

Education

MSc degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering

Essential Knowledge and Experience

Knowledge of hardware description languages Verilog/VHDL

Knowledge of hardware design techniques targeting high performance and low power dissipation

Experience in digital system design at RTL using Verilog/VHDL on FPGA/ASIC

Knowledge of cryptography algorithms including block ciphers and hash functions

Knowledge of hardware security including side-channel analysis and fault injection attacks

Additional Knowledge and Experience

Experience in programming with C/C++

Experience in the design of cryptography algorithms in hardware

Experience in scripting languages, such as Perl, Tcl, and bash

How to Apply

Please submit your CV with a cover letter including your interest in this position to Dr. Levent Aksoy by e-mail (levent.aksoy@taltech.ee).

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Levent Aksoy

A 2-year post-doctoral research associate position is available at the Cyber Security & Privacy Research Group, Department of Computer Science, University of York, UK, to work on a research project at the intersection of cyber security and AI.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in security and privacy and familiarity with AI concepts. Experience in cryptographic design of privacy-enhancing technologies including zero-knowledge proofs, secure multi-party computation, or differential privacy is particularly welcome.
You will be working with a multi-disciplinary team spanning 7 universities across the UK and several industrial project partners (see project website: https://phawm.org).

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Dr. Siamak Shahandashti (siamak.shahandashti@york.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.
Applications need to be formally made by 1/10/2024 at https://jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/research-associate-566847.html, where further information about the position can also be found.

More information: https://jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/research-associate-566847.html

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Continuing appointments

Remuneration:

$114,951 - $136,505 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)

$140,812 - $162,366 pa Level C (plus 17% employer superannuation)

Advance your career with cutting-edge Teaching and Research

World-class teaching facilities and research

Address real-world challenges and achieve impactful outcomes

Join the Future of IT at Monash University!

The Faculty of Information Technology at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, is seeking dynamic and innovative individuals for multiple Level B Lecturer and Level C Senior Lecturer positions across three departments:

Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI)

Department of Software Systems and Cybersecurity (SSC)

Department of Human-Centred Computing (HCC)

To find out more about career opportunities within the Faculty of IT visit our website.

Closing date for applications:

Contact:

Professor Dinh Phung, Head of Department, Data Science and AI, Dinh.Phung@monash.edu

Professor Monica Whitty, Head of Department, Software Systems and Cybersecurity, Monica.Whitty@monash.edu

Professor Helen Purchase, Head of Human Centred Computing, Helen.Purchase@monash.edu

More information: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/513/cw/en/job/667442/faculty-of-information-technology-academic-opportunities

The Department of Cybersecurity in the Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences at RIT invites applications for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor position in the field of cybersecurity, beginning August 2025, with special interest in candidates whose research intersects with artificial intelligence, or which makes use of AI techniques.

Read more about the Department of Cybersecurity and the ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute at RIT here: https://csec.rit.edu/ and https://www.rit.edu/cybersecurity/

Please find more details regarding the position by following the Apply link below.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a computing or related discipline by date of appointment.
• Recent scholarly dissemination record that demonstrates exceptional potential in cybersecurity research; e.g. venues like IEEE Security & Privacy, USENIX Security, CCS, NDSS, etc.
• Demonstrated evidence of experience or potential to establish an independent, externally funded research program.
• Commitment and potential to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and the ability to mentor master/doctoral students.
• An interest in working in a collaborative, collegial department and among colleagues in the department, college, and institution.
• Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Apply: Use Keyword Search 9160BR here: https://careers.rit.edu/faculty

Priority Deadline: Dec. 4

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. Bill Brumley (bbbics AT rit DOT edu)

More information: https://careers.rit.edu/faculty

My name is Francis TSAKOU TEZEM, holder of a master 2 in the field of mathematical and computer sciences with a general weighted average of 3.51/4. As part of my research work in Master 2 in Algebra and Applications, I am focusing on a fascinating and crucial area of ​​modern cryptography: the resolution of the rank metric decoding problem. This specific branch of cryptography is essential to ensure the security of digital communications and transactions in an increasingly connected world. My research project aims to explore advanced rank metric decoding techniques, a crucial approach to securing sensitive information exchanged over computer networks. In particular, I am interested in understanding and improving the algorithms underlying the resolution of this complex problem. Working on this topic, I strive to develop new innovative methods and approaches to strengthen the security of cryptographic systems used in various fields, such as secure communication, online financial transactions and personal data protection. My goal is to expand current knowledge in cryptography and make meaningful contributions to this evolving field. By combining my skills in algebra with a deep understanding of the practical applications of cryptography, I seek to provide efficient and robust solutions to the rank metric decoding problem, thereby helping to strengthen the cybersecurity and privacy of digital exchanges at the same time era of digital transformation.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. NDJEYA Selestin Email : ndjeyas@yahoo.fr Dr. Hervé TALE KALACHI Email : hervekalachi@gmail.com

Candidates for applied cryptography domain must comprehend formal security analysis, secure coding, and effective security integration in the application domains. Candidates for ML/AI domain, must comprehend seach/optimization algorithms, classification, regression and other essential aspects.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Contact: Arijit Karati (arijit.karati@mail.cse.nsysu.edu.tw)

A position for a PhD student is available for the Cryptography and Cyber Security Research Group in the Computer Science Research Centre at University of Surrey, UK. The research topic of the PhD program is Post-Quantum Cryptography.

The successful candidate will primarily be working on the following topics (but not limited to): classical and quantum cryptanalysis, cryptographic constructions based on lattice and other hard problems, and efficient algorithms for both attacks and secure implementations. The exact topics could be tailored to the candidate’s background and interests.

This position is based at the internationally renowned Surrey Cyber Security Centre, which regularly publishes in top security venues, and consists of an international, diverse, and inclusive team with expertise in various aspects of security, privacy, and their applications.

Apply through the link https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/studentships/phd-post-quantum-cryptography

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Chaoyun Li (c.li@surrey.ac.uk)

More information: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/studentships/phd-post-quantum-cryptography

Applications are invited for the MS and PhD positions at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of Dr. Arijit Karati on the diverse topics in applied cryptology and network security.

Candidates for applied cryptography domain must comprehend formal security analysis, secure coding, and effective security integration in the application domains.

Candidates for ML/AI domain, must comprehend seach/optimization algorithms, classification, regression and other essential aspects.

Responsibilities: Apart from academic work, student must involve in several activities in a group or individually, such as (not limited to):

Design and implementation of safety protocol.

Assesment of the security and performance metric.

Research meeting with the supervisor.

Requirements: (02 MS and 02 PhD positions)
Apart from the university's basic admission policies (https://cse.nsysu.edu.tw/?Lang=en), students are desired to have following key requirements:

Strong motivation on cryptography or AI security.

Knowledge of modern technology.

Knowledge of basic mathematics.

Knowledge of at least two programming languages, such as Python/Java/C/C++.

Master's thesis must match respective research fields. (for Phd positions)

Scholarship:

Under the university policy.

Project funding (based on availability for MS/Ph.D. students).

What students can expect:

Cooperation from the supervisor and labmates.

The rich culture in research and related activities.

Flexibility in communication, e.g., English.

What the supervisor can expect:
Apart from academic and research works, students are expected to have

Good moral character.

Hardworking and dedication.

Deadline for online application: September 30, 2024

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Arijit Karati (arijit.karati@mail.cse.nsysu.edu.tw)

More information: https://www.canseclab.com/