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18 October 2020
UConn, Computer Science and Engineering Dept.
Job Posting
Several PhD positions in the domains of cryptography, computer security, privacy, and blockchain-based systems are available at the University of Connecticut (UConn), Computer Science and Engineering department, led by Prof. Ghada Almashaqbeh.
The positions provide a great opportunity for students with interest in interdisciplinary projects that combine knowledge from various fields towards the design of secure systems and protocols. We target real-world timely problems and aim to provide secure and practical solutions backed by rigorous foundations and efficient implementations/thorough performance testing. We are also interested in conceptual projects that contribute in bridging the gap between theory and practice of Cryptography. For more information about our current and previous projects please check https://ghadaalmashaqbeh.github.io/research/.
For interested students, please send your CV to ghada.almashaqbeh@uconn.edu and provide any relevant information about the topics you want to work on and the skills/related background you have.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Ghada Almashaqbeh (ghada.almashaqbeh@uconn.edu)
More information: https://ghadaalmashaqbeh.github.io/
Iowa State University
Job Posting
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Berk Gulmezoglu bgulmez@iastate.edu
More information: https://www.ece.iastate.edu/bgulmez/
Lund University, Sweden
Job Posting
Additional requirements: Very good oral and written proficiency in English. Publications in top conferences in the crypto and security community.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Thomas johansson (thomas@eit.lth.se)
More information: https://lu.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:357480/type:job/where:4/apply:1
12 October 2020
Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg
Job Posting
Tasks:
– 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
The employment takes place with the goal of doctoral graduation (obtaining a PhD degree).
Requirements:
– Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or related disciplines
– 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 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
– Communication skills
For more information about the vacant position please contact Prof. A. Panchenko (E-Mail: itsec-jobs.informatik@lists.b-tu.de).
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications. Applicants with disabilities will be given preferential treatment if they are equally qualified.
Applications containing:
– 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 by 26.10.2020 at itsec-jobs.informatik@lists.b-tu.de.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Prof. Andriy Panchenko (itsec-jobs.informatik@lists.b-tu.de)
More information: https://www.b-tu.de/en/fg-it-sicherheit
Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), Benguerir. Morroco
Job Posting
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Assoc. Prof. Mustapha Hedabou (mustapha.hedabou@um6p.ma)
More information: https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=1339&company=ump
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Job Posting
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Chaoping Xing, emial: xingcp@sjtu.edu.cn Linjie Li, email: lilinjie@sjtu.edu.cn
06 October 2020
Ph.D. position (full scholarship) on Side-Channel Attack at Villanova University (USA)
Job Posting
Interested ones are warmly welcomed to send their resume/CV to Dr. Xie through email: jiafeng.xie@villanova.edu
Requirements: preferred to be at the majors of Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Familiar with FPGA board related side-channel attack and analysis will be desirable. Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and HDLs. Good at English communication and writing. Great enthusiasm of doing research oriented tasks. Excellent team work member.
Degree: both B.S. and M.S. graduates or similar are warmly welcomed to apply.
Deadline: better to start at Spring 2021, though Fall 2021 is also ok. It is always better to apply as early as possible. Position is open until it is filled.
The 2021 U.S. News & World Report ranks Villanova as tied for the 53th best National University in the U.S.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Jiafeng Harvest Xie (jiafeng.xie@villanova.edu)
More information: https://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/engineering/departments/ece/facultyStaff/biodetail.html?mail=jiafeng.xie@villanova.edu&xsl=bio_long
Charles Sturt University, New South Wales, Australia
Job Posting
This PhD position will be supported by the CSCRC with excellent scholarship. The CSCRC aims to inspire the next generation of cyber security professionals through working with some of the best cyber security researchers in Australia, and engagement with the CSCRC Industry & Government Participants. Further details of the CSCRC Government and Industry Participants may be found at: https://www.cybersecuritycrc.org.au (Cyber Security Research Scholarships of up to AU$50,000 a year for outstanding PhD students; these scholarships are limited to Australian nationals or candidates from other 5-Eyes countries (US, UK, Canada, New Zealand); candidates from NATO countries will be considered on a case by case basis. Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain Australian Government Cyber Security Clearance (where appropriate).)
In order to be considered for the position, the candidate must:
• Hold a Master's degree in mathematics, computer science, cryptography or related fields with strong grades;
• Show strong background in mathematics, computer science and cryptography;
• Demonstrate experience in C/C++ or Java.
Having prior publications in security and privacy is highly desirable.
Please send (by e-mail) to below contact information:
• Transcripts,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Statement of Purpose, and
• Academic IELTS Test Report (or equivlent qualification).
In addition, three reference letters are required by e-mail from referees.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Prof. Tanveer Zia (tzia@csu.edu.au)
05 October 2020
Telecom Paris, Institut Polytechnique de Paris & Thalès Group
Job Posting
Ph.D. positions in cryptography and security, with focus on distributed protocols, cryptology and Secure Multi-party Computation. Secure “multi-party computation” (MPC) is a type of cryptographic protocol that allows a set of parties to compute a function of each of their individual inputs, without having to reveal their inputs. It would be interesting to explore the use of this approach in the context of the autonomous connected vehicles to define protocols that preserve privacy and integrity, and ensure secure communications in a highly distributed context.
Position is available in the INFRES (Computer Science and Network) Department at Telecom Paris of the Institute of Polytechnique de Paris (IP Paris), France.
The expected Ph.D research takes part of research activities carried out in the Axis 2 of the Chair C3S and especially related to topic 2 – Protection of data and data flow in real time, cryptography and agility focusing on light and robust cryptography, real-time cryptography and crypto-agility. Candidates should have a strong background in computer science and cryptography. Demonstrated expertise in cryptography, distributed computing, or multi-party computation is a plus. Applicants must hold a master degree in the relevant research fields. Positions are available and come with a competitive salary. The selection process runs until suitable candidates are found. If you are interested, please apply by sending email with one single PDF file and subject line set to Application for Ph.D., addressed directly to Prof. Duong Hieu Phan and Prof. Houda Labiod from Infres Department, Institute Polytecnique de Paris and Dr. Aurélien Dupin from Thalès Group. Since we receive many applications, we encourage you to include necessary materials that demonstrate your motivation and strengths.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Hieu Phan (hieu.phan@telecom-paris.fr) and Houda Labiod (houda.labiod@telecom-paris.fr).
01 October 2020
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
Job Posting
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Prof. Mark Tehranipoor tehranipoor@ufl.edu
More information: http://tehranipoor.ece.ufl.edu/
Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), Singapore
Job Posting
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Prof. Jianying Zhou (jianying_zhou@sutd.edu.sg)
More information: http://jianying.space/
Graz University of Technology, Graz, Austria
Job Posting
- Formal Methods and Security
- Privacy Technologies
- Systems Security
- Usable Security & Privacy
The professorship will be part of the Institute of Applied Information Processing and Communications, which is an internationally visible research environment with more than 60 researchers in information security. The institute collaborates closely with research groups and industry partners around the globe. It is a central part of the recently established Cybersecurity Campus Graz, which unites basic research, education, technology transfer, and industry partners in cybersecurity all under one roof.
The new professor will build an internationally visible group, and will be an engaged teacher in the Computer Science programs at the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD level. At Graz University of Technology, undergraduate courses are taught in German or English and graduate courses are taught in English.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: For further question, please contact Stefan Mangard / stefan.mangard@iaik.tugraz.at
The application should be sent to the Dean of the Department of Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering at applications.csbme@tugraz.at until 26.11.2020 referencing to 7050/20/035
More information: https://www.tugraz.at/fakultaeten/csbme/news/jobs-grants-calls/tenure-track-professor-in-security-and-privacy/
Cryptology and Data Security Group, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
Job Posting
Ph.D. positions in cryptography and security, with focus on distributed protocols and blockchain Cryptology and Data Security Group, University of Bern Ph.D. positions are available in the Cryptology and Data Security research group at the Institute of Computer Science, University of Bern, led by Christian Cachin.
Our research addresses all aspects of security in distributed systems, especially cryptographic protocols, consistency, consensus, and cloud-computing security. We are particularly interested in blockchains, distributed ledger technology, cryptocurrencies, and their security and economics.
Candidates should have a strong background in computer science. They should like conceptual, rigorous thinking for working theoretically, or be interested in building innovative systems for working practically. Demonstrated expertise in cryptography, distributed computing, or blockchain technology is a plus. Applicants must hold a master degree in the relevant research fields.
Positions are available starting January 2021 and come with a competitive salary. The selection process runs until suitable candidates have been found. The University of Bern conducts excellent research and lives up its vision that “Knowledge generates value”. The city of Bern lies in the center of Switzerland and offers some of the highest quality of life worldwide.
If you are interested, please apply be sending email with one single PDF file and subject line set to Application for Ph.D., addressed directly to Prof. Christian Cachin at crypto (at) inf.unibe.ch.
Since we receive many applications, we encourage you to include material that demonstrates your interests and strengths and sets you apart from others.
For more information, please contact Christian Cachin (https://crypto.unibe.ch/cc/).
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Christian Cachin
More information: https://crypto.unibe.ch/jobs
27 September 2020
University of St. Gallen, Switzerland
Job Posting
Research area: Research areas include but are not limited to:
- Verifiable computation
- Secure Multi Party Computation
- Privacy-preserving authentication
- Cryptographic primitives
- A MsC degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or a relevant field;
- Strong mathematical and algorithmic CS background;
- Good skills in programming is beneficial;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Starting date: Fall 2020 or by mutual agreement
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Katerina Mitrokotsa
More information: https://jobs.unisg.ch/offene-stellen/phd-position-in-information-security-and-cryptography-m-w-d/6366821b-4848-4217-90d2-78e6b1096162
IMDEA Software Institute, Madrid, Spain
Job Posting
The IMDEA Software Institute invites applications for tenure-track (Assistant Professor) positions. We are primarily interested in excellent candidates in Systems, including Distributed Systems, Embedded Systems, etc.; Data Science, including machine learning; Security and Privacy; Software Engineering>; and Cyber-Physical Systems. Exceptional candidates in other topics within the research areas of the Institute will also be considered. Tenured-level (Associate and Full Professor) applications are also welcome.
The primary mission of the IMDEA Software Institute is to perform research of excellence at the highest international level in the area of software development technologies. It is one of the highest ranked institutions worldwide in its main topic areas.
All positions require a doctoral degree in CS or closely related area, earned by the expected start date. Candidates for tenure-track positions will have shown exceptional promise in research and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Candidates for tenured positions must have an outstanding research record, recognized international stature, and demonstrated leadership. Experience in graduate student supervision is also valued at this level.
For full consideration, complete applications must be received by December 1, 2020 but will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled.
The institute is located in the vibrant area of Madrid, Spain. It offers an ideal working environment, combining the best aspects of a research center and a university department. The institute offers institutional funding and also encourages participation in national and international research projects. The working language at the institute is English.
Salaries at the Institute are internationally competitive, established on an individual basis, and include social security provisions, and in particular access to an excellent public health care system.
COVID Note: The Institute continues working and hiring, while strictly adopting all recommended hea
Closing date for applications:
Contact: hiring@software.imdea.org
More information: https://software.imdea.org/open_positions/call_for_faculty.html
Information Security Group, Royal Holloway, University of London, UK
Job Posting
The PDRA will work alongside Dr. Martin Albrecht, Dr. Rachel Player and other cryptographic researchers at Royal Holloway on topics in lattice-based cryptography. This post is part of the EU H2020 PROMETHEUS project (http://prometheuscrypt.gforge.inria.fr) for building privacy preserving systems from advanced lattice primitives. Our research focus within this project is on cryptanalysis and implementations, but applicants with a strong background in other areas such as protocol/primitive design are also encouraged to apply.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Martin Albrecht
More information: https://martinralbrecht.wordpress.com/2020/06/26/postdoc-at-royal-holloway-on-lattice-based-cryptography-3/
University of Warsaw
Job Posting
We are looking for talented and motivated Post-docs to work on the ERC AdG project PROCONTRA: Smart-Contract Protocols: Theory for Applications. The project is about theoretical and applied aspects of blockchain and smart contracts.
The ideal candidates should have a PhD degree in cryptography (or related field) from a leading university, and a proven record of publications in top cryptography/security/TCS venues.
We offer competitive salary, a budget for conference travel and research visit, and membership in a young and vibrant team with several international contacts (for more see: www.crypto.edu.pl).
A successful candidate will be given a substantial academic freedom and can work on a variety of research problems related to the main theme of the project.
There is no specific deadline for this call, but we will start looking at the applications from Oct 15th, 2020.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Stefan Dziembowski
More information: https://www.crypto.edu.pl/positions
CISPA − Helmholtz Center for Information Security
Job Posting
What we are always looking for?
CISPA constantly seeks applications from outstanding students regardless of their national origin or citizenship. Currently we are looking for students interested in applied cryptography and topics like:
- privacy-preserving signatures,
- anonymous credentials,
- eID and ePassport security.
Admission to the Computer Science graduate program is highly competitive. A successful Master’s degree from a top-tier, research-oriented institution of higher education in a subject relevant to our research is required. Applicants should have an outstanding academic record, proficiency in spoken and written English, and strong letters of recommendation from their academic advisors.
What we offer?
CISPA maintains an open, international and diverse work environment. Every Ph.D. student is a member of a research group lead by his or her supervisor. Admitted students are as a rule paid employees of CISPA with a full time contract (TV-L E 13). The working language is English.
How to apply?
https://jobs.cispa.saarland/jobs/detail/phd-students-in-all-areas-related-to-cybersecurity-privacy-cryptography-and-machine-learning-1
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Lucjan Hanzlik (hanzlik@cispa.saarland)
More information: https://jobs.cispa.saarland/jobs/detail/phd-students-in-all-areas-related-to-cybersecurity-privacy-cryptography-and-machine-learning-1
University of St. Gallen, Switzerland
Job Posting
The position has an attractive salary and located in beautiful St. Gallen and Switzerland.
Research area: Research areas include but are not limited to:
- Verifiable computation
- Secure Multi Party Computation
- Privacy-preserving authentication
- Cryptographic primitives
- A PhD degree in Cryptography, information security;
- Strong mathematical and algorithmic CS background;
- Strong publication record;
- Good skills in programming is beneficial;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Starting date: Fall 2020 or by mutual agreement
How to apply Submit your application through the online application system
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Katerina Mitrokotsa
More information: https://jobs.unisg.ch/offene-stellen/postdoc-fellow-in-cryptography-information-security/707c8a38-0c75-436e-b1b2-4ee6629d1323
EMSEC, University of Rennes 1, Rennes, France
Job Posting
- security proofs for lattice-based schemes,
- building and implementing lattice-based constructions,
- cryptanalysis and side channels attacks.
To apply please send us by email your detailed CV (with publication list). The positions has flexible starting date. Review of applications will start immediately until the positions are filled.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Adeline Roux-Langlois / adeline.roux-langlois@irisa.fr