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05 April 2021
Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg
- privacy-enhancing-technologies
- cryptocurrencies
- password-based cryptography
- proof systems
Work Environment: The Applied Cryptography Lab is part of FAU, which is one of the largest universities in Germany. With its five faculties, FAU offers a scope of subjects ranging from the Humanities to Law and Economics as well as Sciences, Medicine, and Engineering. FAU’s mission statement “Advance through Networks” reflects the close collaboration between the single disciplines. FAU has been ranked the third year in a row the most innovative University in Germany.
Requirements: Candidates for this position should have a master or comparable degree in Computer Science or a related discipline (mathematics, ...). Knowledge of one or several of the areas cryptography, IT security, complexity theory, privacy,... is desired. The ideal candidate shows strong enthusiasm about research and has excellent teamworking abilities.
Program details and contact for application/questions: The project start date is as soon as possible. Funding is available for at least 36 months; an extension is possible. Prospective applicants should apply with a cover letter, a list of attended (Master) courses, and an academic CV. Please send a single PDF file and include [PhD] in the subject. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Dominique Schröder
More information: https://www.chaac.tf.fau.eu
02 April 2021
Wickr
You not only create and deliver, you have the opportunity to see your hard work in use by everyday users. Opportunities like this do not come around often and take the right person to deliver results. While Wickr is expanding exponentially, we are keeping our start-up feel, mentality and fun environment. You still have time to join as a groundbreaking team member for an organization that holds over 91 patents on crypto protocols.
Responsibilities:
> Work with our cryptographers to create prototypes of cutting edge cryptographic and security features such as advanced encryption, signature, and key agreement schemes.
> Work with our core engineering team to convert prototypes of new network protocols and security features into production ready implementations that can be used by Wickr applications.
> Help develop a new cross platform Wickr protocol library in Rust.
> Write benchmarks and optimize code to help our team take full advantage of new features.
> Write code that is modular and well-covered by automated unit and integration tests.
> Help write and test FFI wrappers for our Rust libraries in Java, Swift, and C++.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
> Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
> 4+ years of experience developing software libraries in a low-level language such as C and C++.
> Minimum of 2 years’ experience writing Rust code in a production environment.
> Experience working in an agile software development environment.
> Experience contributing to open source libraries is a plus.
> Experience working with Java, Swift, or NodeJS is a plus.
> Interest in cryptography and secure coding practices is a plus.
> Be a self-starter who is willing to take ownership of your work.
> Excellent communicator in both verbal
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Please enter your application into the careers page and our Technical Recruiter will contact you, if qualified. You can also find him on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-schultz-1509a22/
More information: https://wickr.com/careers/
Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Closing date for applications:
Contact: For more information an application , please visit: https://www.abg.asso.fr/fr/recruteurOffres/show/id_offre/97229
Fujitsu Laboratories of America, Sunnyvale, CA
We are looking for someone who will accelerate our security research around our business interests in the area and establish our presence in systems security academic venues. We offer competitive salary, benefits package, and flexible work schedule. This is a full-time permanent position based on Sunnyvale, CA. Candidates should have (or should soon have) a PhD degree in computer security or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with strong publication records in top tier crypto/security conferences. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by sending their CV to Arnab Roy by email.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Arnab Roy
CSEM, Neuchâtel / EPFL, School of Computer and Communication Sciences, Lausanne, Switzerland
CSEM is a private, non-profit research, technology and innovation center. Our division of Integrated and Wireless Systems, in collaboration with the HexHive lab, EPFL, is looking for a PhD Candidate in Embedded security.
We have a multidisciplinary competence in the area of embedded, low-power embedded systems, spanning the full stack from HW, through firmware, to communication technologies, embedded intelligence, and security.
This offers an exciting opportunity for a candidate interested in HW design, cryptography, and security to address research questions that are relevant to practical applications in the domain of low-power embedded systems and Internet of Things (IoT), thanks to the immediate feedback and guidance from CSEM's researchers and engineers.
- Side channel-resistant implementations of cryptographic HW accelerators, with an emphasis on minimization of overhead and trade-offs between overhead and security level.
- HW-accelerated implementations of post-quantum cryptography for constrained platforms. Investigation of alternative cryptographic primitives to PQC key encapsulation and signature schemes with lower implementation overheads, suited for IoT.
- Identification, design, and implementation of HW (cyber)security features for constrained embedded platforms for practically relevant security profiles, with an emphasis on design minimalism.
- Research on tools automatizing the design of side-channel- secure processor instructions and/or HW accelerators.
- A Masters (or equivalent) degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or Computer Science
- Good background in applied cryptography and security
- Solid background in HW design and resource trade-offs
- Solid background with programming in C
- Familiarity with embedded development is an advantage
- Fluency in English is required, proficiency in French is an advantage
Closing date for applications:
Contact:
For more information please contact Damian Vizar damian[dot]vizar [at]csem[dot]ch
You need to apply to the EPFL, IC faculty's doctoral school by April 15th: https://www.epfl.ch/education/phd/edic-computer-and-communication-sciences/edic-computer-and-communication-sciences/edic-how-to-apply/Loria; Nancy, France
The highly motivated candidate should have a master degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or Mathematics and at least basic knowledge in symmetric key cryptology.
The application deadline is May 10th 2021 and the candidates must apply via http://doctorat.univ-lorraine.fr/fr/les-ecoles-doctorales/iaem/offres-de-these/design-et-cryptanalyses-de-nouveaux-schemas-de. Further details on the project and on the requirements are also available on this page.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Marine Minier (marine dot minier at loria dot fr) and Virginie Lallemand (virginie dot lallemand at loria dot fr)
More information: http://doctorat.univ-lorraine.fr/fr/les-ecoles-doctorales/iaem/offres-de-these/design-et-cryptanalyses-de-nouveaux-schemas-de
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Asst Prof Jian Guo
More information: http://scripts.ntu.edu.sg
University of Twente, The Netherlands
The Services and Cybersecurity (SCS) chair at the University of Twente (The Netherlands) invites applications for a 4-years Ph.D. position on the topic of ‘modeling IoT device behavior for threat detection and response’.
More information:
https://www.utwente.nl/en/organisation/careers/!/2021-308/phd-position-on-modeling-iot-device-behavior-for-threat-detection-and-response
Deadline for applications: 23 April 2021, 23:59 CET
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Dr. Andrea Continella (a.continella@utwente.nl)
More information: https://www.utwente.nl/en/organisation/careers/!/2021-308/phd-position-on-modeling-iot-device-behavior-for-threat-detection-and-response
Society of Electronic Transactions and security, Chennai
a Research & Development project in the area of Quantum Key distribution for a project titled “: Metro Area Quantum Access Network (MAQAN)”.
Short description of the project:
Metro Area Quantum Access Network (MAQAN) ensures secure
key exchange between point-multipoint using Quantum mechanisms. In this project, SETS focus would be on developing
an efficient post-processing module required for field-deployable QKD systems. The post-processing module includes interfacing with quantum components, sifting, error parameter estimation, clock synchronization, authentication, privacy amplification, error correction, error verification, along with Quantum-safe Post Quantum Crypto primitives.
Project Associate - III
i. PhD in Engineering/ Science (Physics/Electronics)
ii. First Class M. Tech /M. E (Microelectronics and Photonics/Laser and Electro optics/Applied Electronics/VLSI Design/Electronic & Instrumentation/ Communication System/ Computer Science/ Cyber-Security).
i. MTech/ ME with minimum two years’ experience (or)
ii. PhD in Science with minimum one year experience (or)
iii. PhD in Engineering
Candidates with experience in Quantum Key Distribution, Integration of Optoelectronic Hardware with FPGA, Post Quantum Cryptography, Quantum Network testbed creation and System Design & Development using FPGAs. Hands-on exposure of FPGA boards and Xilinx Vivado tools using Verilog/VHDL/HLS.
Remuneration: Consolidated salary would be in the range of Rs. 50,000 to 60,000 per month.
Project Associate - II
Same as above but relaxation in terms of work experience (1 year work experience with masters or direct PhD) with skills in verilog and coding.
Remuneration: Consolidated salary would be in the range of Rs. 40,000 to 50,000 per month.
Closing date for applications:
Contact:
Name: Mr Dillibabu
Email :
hr_qkd2_2021@setsindia.net , dillibabu@setsindia.net
More information: https://www.setsindia.in/careers
Ethereum Foundation (remote)
About the Role: The candidate is expected to research cryptographic protocols that will be useful in blockchain applications or more generally. They will additionally dedicate some fraction of their time to projects that more directly benefit Ethereum. There is a lot of flexibility to work on topics they find interesting and also to collaborate with other teams for example in academia. We have a culture of open source and no patents will be put on any work they produce. The role is remote. The position is permanent however the details of the contract will depend on the location and personal circumstances of the candidate.
Requirements: The successful candidate will have a PhD in either cryptography, consensus, or a closely related field. They will have a strong track record of publishing in top tier conferences and a clear vision of how they wish to continue their research for the benefit of blockchain and other communities. They will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a larger team. The candidate should be able to prototype their protocols/algorithms in a programming language of their choice or else be open to learning.
The focus of this position is on lattice-based cryptography. The candidate should have good experience in one of the following areas and be familiar with others:
Interested candidates that have more diverse skills but do not fit the above requirements should also consider applying as there may be other roles within the foundation.
If you have contributed to any open source projects then please additionally discuss this in a short document or provide links to your contributions.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Please email cryptography@ethereum.org with a CV and a short document (either 1 or 2 pages) detailing how you have personally contributed to the most interesting of your publications.
University of Hamburg, Germany
Your Profile
We are looking for a new member of our team that will be working as a full-time PhD candidate in research and teaching. Your tasks will include:
- Development, implementation, analysis, and evaluation of complex and secure IT-systems
- Working with bleeding-edge technology and research literature from security, cryptography, and privacy
- Publication of research results in national/international venues
- Support for teaching
Completed MSc degree (or equivalent) in IT-Security, computer science or a strongly related field. You are highly motivated, curious, reliable, and creative. You must be interested in system security, applied cryptography and/or privacy research. You must have experience in security in open and distributed communication systems and fundamental knowledge in cryptography and IT-Security. Experience with machine-learning and advanced software engineering skills, especially with a focus on application security and cryptography are a bonus. Programming skills in higher languages like C/C++ and Python are required.
Languages: German and English
We offer great and flexible working conditions in a highly motivated team of researchers with many opportunities for collaboration. The university supports their employees with many interesting opportunities for personal development.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Prof. Hannes Federrath
https://www.inf.uni-hamburg.de/inst/ab/snp/team/federrath.html
More information: https://www.uni-hamburg.de/stellenangebote/ausschreibung.html?jobID=9c1f97982796ef784ab5f91ec0edfe0ab550b3d9
30 March 2021
University of Lübeck, Germany
University of Lübeck is a modern and renowned research university specialized in Computer Science and Engineering, Medicine and Life Sciences.
The young and growing Institute for IT Security performs cutting-edge research in security-critical applications and their protection in insecure environments. Explored methods range from secure computation methods and cryptographic protocols to software and hardware mechanisms for protecting system security. In addition, we analyze security of existing systems as well as the improvement and automation of analysis techniques for protocols and implementations.
Your Profile:
In order to complement our team, we are looking for a full-time PhD researcher in one the following topics:
- Analysis and design of trusted execution environments and secure microarchitectures
- Secure distributed computing
- Automated code analysis and application security analysis
Required Qualifications:
As ideal candidate, you are highly motivated, independent and able to perform creative and deep research. Your main areas of interest are in system security and/or applied cryptography and you have experience in the areas of cryptography, algorithms, code analysis, embedded programming, and/or machine learning.
You have a MSc degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Information and Computer Engineering, or comparable related field and an excellent command of written and spoken English.
We offer excellent working conditions in an international team of cutting-edge researchers and ample opportunity to collaborate with renowned researchers worldwide.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Thomas Eisenbarth: its.bewerbungen@uni-luebeck.de
Please apply by April 15 and mention position code 1011/21.
More information: https://www.its.uni-luebeck.de/en/jobs.html
29 March 2021
Robert Bosch GmbH, Corporate Research; Stuttgart, Germany
The Robert Bosch GmbH is looking forward to your application!
Job Description
- As a PhD in our research group you are contributing to research and development projects in an open source context.
- This includes understanding, evaluating and applying Privacy-Preserving Computing Technologies (PPCTs) including Computing On Encrypted Data techniques, Trusted Execution Environments, and methods for Statistical Disclosure Control.
- Embedded into a team of security and cloud technology experts, you apply your knowledge on PPCTs to design, implement and evaluate PPCT-based solutions in the context of the Franco-German BMBF/MESRI-funded CRYPTECS research project.
- Thanks to your insights, you help combine PPCTs and Cloud Native technologies to make PPCTs ready for use in an industrial context.
- Your responsibility includes the design, development and prototypical implementation of PPCT solutions. You push the state of the art in the field of PPCTs and publish your results together with renowned researchers from the international CRYPTECS consortium.
Qualifications
- Education: Very good master’s degree in computer science or related discipline, ideally combined with initial experience in the area of Cloud Native technologies
- Personality: Positive team player, who is highly motivated, has an innovative mindset, is eager to learn new things, and is passionate about applied research
- Working Practice: Initial hands-on experience with software development, ideally in an open source context
- Experience and Knowledge: Knowledge in the area of cryptography, ideally experience in PPCTs and modern Cloud Native technologies
- Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken) <
Closing date for applications:
Contact:
Need support during your application?
Kevin Heiner (Human Resources), Phone: +49 711 811 12223
Need further information about the job?
Dr. Sven Trieflinger (Functional Department), Phone: +49 711 811 24801
More information: https://smrtr.io/5fm_3
25 March 2021
Imperial College London
As part of a wider effort on Blockchain Security and Finance research, we are offering funded Ph.D. positions related to the field of Decentralized Finance for stellar candidates.
We offer a striving research group with:- Over 15 combined years of full-time research experience in the blockchain domain.
- Very consistent publications in highly competitive venues. So far, in the year 2021 alone: 2x IEEE Symposium on Security & Privacy (Oakland), 2x Financial Cryptography and Datasecurity (FC) and 1x IEEE EuroS&P paper.
- Hands-on supervision and collaboration among senior and junior Ph.D. students.
- Interdisciplinary challenges covering information security, cryptography, game theoretic incentives, economics, finance, systems, etc.
- Practical, real-world applicable research.
- Regular Zoom/Slack/iPad calls/chats/whiteboard sessions.
- Fun group events, such as game evenings etc.
Your profile ideally matches with the following:
- You enjoy to communicate transparently and openly, e.g. through regular/daily Zoom calls and slack.
- You are self-motivated, outcome drive and productive, especially during the current pandemic.
- You have a strong analytical background coupled with a solid ability to write clean and simple code.
- You prefer simplicity over complexity. You first strive towards a quick and non-perfect solution, and don't prematurely optimise something that shouldn't exist.
- While you may not yet like writing, you want to learn being able to write the perfect English text.
- You want to produce world-leading research, which you'd like to get challenged by reviewers from only the best conferences.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: arthur@gervais.cc
More information: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=jLr_xi4AAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate
Graz University of Technology, Graz, Austria
In order to complement our team, we are looking for a fulltime PhD researcher in Post-Quantum Cryptography.
Responsibilities:
The PhD researcher will be working on the implementation and side-channel security aspects of post-quantum cryptography within the “Cyroptografic Engineering” group within the “Secure Systems” area at IAIK.
The PhD candidate will have to start by May/June 2021.
Required Qualifications:
• MSc degree (or close to completion) in computer science, information and computer engineering, software development, mathematics, or a related field.
• Research experience from MSc/BSc projects.
• Outstanding candidates with BSc degree and publications in related research area are also welcome.
• Experience with cryptography, programming, and digital circuit design (ASIC or FPGA) design
How to apply:
Applications, curriculum vitae and other documents should preferably be uploaded here https://free.formcloud.de/formcycle/form/provide/7780/. Please select „7050 – PhD 2021 – crypteng" as a reference number. The application deadline is April 20th 2021.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: For more detailed information please conctact Sujoy Sinha Roy - sujoy.sinharoy@iaik.tugraz.at.
More information: https://www.tugraz.at/index.php?id=50397
Department of Computer Science, The University of Manchester, UK
The Department of Computer Science at the University of Manchester (UK) wishes to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Systems Security. The new appointment will complement existing world-class research in software security and automated reasoning.
Applicants should be computer scientists with a strong interest and track record in a relevant area of systems security, for example, cryptography, operating systems and virtualization, distributed systems security, authentication, authorization, and accountability. We also encourage applicants with a strong interest and track record in code and data integrity, malware analysis, integrity, trustworthiness, privacy, and anonymity. You will be a member of the Formal Methods Group with access to expertise in program analysis and reasoning methods. We are particularly interested in developing collaborations involving several groups within the department and wider University. For example, an exciting opportunity exists to work closely with the well-known advanced processor technologies group to study applications in massively parallel software and the IoT. Thus, experience and interest in collaborative research are particularly welcome.
You should hold a relevant Ph.D. or equivalent, have an excellent international publication record in top security conferences (e.g., ACM CCS, IEEE S&P, NDSS, USENIX Security). The applicants should show the capability of developing a portfolio of funded research activities in a multidisciplinary environment and have a solid commitment to excellence in teaching.
Closing date for applications:
Contact:
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews: Dr. Lucas Cordeiro (lucas.cordeiro@manchester.ac.uk) or Dr. Giles Reger (giles.reger@manchester.ac.uk).
General enquiries: hrservices@manchester.ac.uk
More information: https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.aspx?isPreview=Yes&jobid=19901
21 March 2021
Simula UiB, Bergen
The project “concrete cryptology” aims to provide concrete and meaningful security guarantees from low-level implementation to high-level deployment. Our focus here is on algorithmic aspects of side-channel attacks, as well as integrating security claims regarding side-channel resistance into the context of the larger cryptosystem. Our aim is to provide research that is practically relevant, for instance by exploiting access to Simula’s HPC resources to evaluate novel attacks.
The postdoc will have considerable freedom in selecting specific problems to work on within the larger scope of the project. We are looking for interested candidates who have completed, or are about to complete, a PhD degree in cryptology or a suitably related relevant field.
Simula UiB offers
• Excellent opportunities for performing high-quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers and engineers;
• An informal and inclusive international working environment - where master students, PhDs, Postdocs and seniors work closely together;
• Generous support for travel and opportunities to build international networks, through established collaboration with industry, exchange programs and research visits with other universities, and funding to attend conferences.
• A competitive salary. Starting salary from NOK 535 200
• Numerous benefits: company cabin, BabyBonus, sponsored social events, generous equipment budgets, comprehensive travel/health insurance policy, etc.
• Relocation assistance: accommodation, visas, complimentary Norwegian language courses, etc.
• Wellness and work-life balance.
For more information and applying: https://www.simula.no/about/job/postdoc-concrete-cryptology
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Åsfrid Persson, Simula UiB AS
More information: https://www.simula.no/about/job/postdoc-concrete-cryptology
TU Wien, Austria
As part of the SecInt Doctoral College (SecInt-DK), TU Wien is offering four positions as university assistant (Pre-Doc) for 4 years. Expected start: 01.05.2021.
Tasks:
- Collaboration on current research projects
- Deepening scientific knowledge
- Collaboration in academic teaching
- Writing a dissertation and publications
- Participation in regular events organized by the SecInt Doctoral College
- Completion of an internship with one of our international research partners
- Presentation of research results and participation in scientific event
The Research Projects: The SecInt Doctoral college offers 4 interdisciplinary research projects from the areas of Formal Methods, Security and Privacy, and Machine Learning, that are each supervised by at least two professors from the corresponding research areas. Additional details on the individual projects can be found at https://secint.visp.wien/projects and https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/147334.
We offer:
- Diverse and exciting tasks, with lots of interdisciplinary collaboration
- Continuing personal and professional education and flexible working hours
- Central location with very good accessibility in a city regularly ranked first worldwide for life quality
- Possibility of an internship with one of our international research partners
- Very competitive salary
Your profile:
- Completion of a master or diploma curriculum in computer science, electrical engineering or another related field
- Experience in Mathematical Modeling, Computational Logic, Formal Methods, Security and Privacy, Robotics and/or Machine Learning
- Very good skills in English communication and writing.
- Readiness for interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team competences, problem-solving skills and innovative ability
A predoctoral researcher at TU Wien currently receives a minimum of EUR 2228/month gross, 14 times/year for 30 hours/week and EUR 2971/month for 40 hours/week.
We look forward to receiving your application until 11.04.2021
Closing date for applications:Contact: https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/147334
More information: https://secint.visp.wien/application/
16 March 2021
Koç University, İstanbul, Turkey
Your duties include performing research on cryptography, security, and privacy in line with our research group's focus, as well as directing graduate and undergraduate students in their research and teaching. The project funding is related to cryptography, game theory and mechanism design, and blockchain technologies.
Applicants are expected to have already obtained their Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science or related discipline with a thesis topic related to the duties above.
For more information about joining our group and projects, visit
https://crypto.ku.edu.tr/work-with-us/
Submit your application via email including
- full CV,
- 1-3 sample publications where you are the main author,
- a detailed research proposal,
- and 2-3 reference letters sent directly by the referees.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Assoc. Prof. Alptekin Küpçü
https://member.acm.org/~kupcu
More information: https://crypto.ku.edu.tr/work-with-us/
Koç University, İstanbul, Turkey
Your duties include performing research on cryptography, security, and privacy in line with our research group's focus, assist teaching, as well as collaborating with other graduate and undergraduate students. Computer Science, Mathematics, Cryptography, or related background is necessary.
For applying online, and questions about the application-process for M.Sc. and Ph.D. positions, visit
https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/en/admissions/application-requirements
All applications must be completed online. Applications with missing documents will not be considered. Applications via e-mail will not be considered. Application Requirements:
- CV
- Recommendation Letters (2 for MSc, 3 for PhD)
- TOEFL (for everyone whose native language is not English, Internet Based: Minimum Score 80)
- GRE scores (required from non-Turkish nationals)
- Official transcripts from all the universities attended
- Statement of Purpose
- Area of Interest Form filled online
We also have non-thesis Cyber Security M.Sc. program:
https://cybersecurity.ku.edu.tr/tuition/
For more information about joining our group and projects, visit
https://crypto.ku.edu.tr/work-with-us/
Closing date for applications:
Contact: https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/en/admissions/how-to-apply/
More information: https://gsse.ku.edu.tr/en/admissions/application-requirements