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I-2421 – POST DOC IN SOFTWARE AND DATA SECURITY Temporary contract | 24 months | Belval Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https://www.list.lu/ Discover our IT for Innovative Services department: https://www.list.lu/en/informatics/ How will you contribute? Your specific mission includes, but is not limited to, participating into the following activities along the project partners: • to design and develop DevSecOps solutions and Data security solutions • to prototype ML-based anti-fuzzing, vulnerability detection, information sharing technologies for cybersecurity, and anomaly detection solutions • to develop open-source software • to validate the effectiveness of developed technologies You are in charge of disseminating and promoting the research activities that will be carried out, whether through publications, prototype development or technical reports. You’re highly motivated and have proven skills in machine learning & cybersecurity to address the security concerns in software development and data protection. You have already good experience in collaborative cyberthreat intelligence systems that use advanced analytics solutions as can offer significant advantages over the local systems by detecting cyberattacks early and promptly responding to them. And last, but not least, you’re a great practitioner of cybersecurity techniques such as vulnerability detection, information sharing, fuzzing, anti-fuzzing. Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now! As to join us, you: • hold a PhD. degree in Computer Science or related disciplines • have good programming skills (particularly experience on Python and C++) • have good track record on applied ML for cybersecurity, such as fuzzing and ML-based vulner

Closing date for applications:

Contact: SCHWARTZ Cathy

More information: https://bit.ly/3xa6NAy

At the Chair of Quantum Information Systems at RWTH Aachen, Germany, we have several phd and postdoc positions available in the area of quantum formal verification, quantum programs, quantum crypto, connected to the ERC project "Certified Quantum Security".

Supervisor would be Dominique Unruh.

In particular, there are the following topics, but we accept phd and postdoc applications for other topics if they fit into the general direction of our group.

• PhD position “Verification of Quantum Key Distribution”
• PhD position “Functional quantum programs in F*”
• PhD position “Certified quantum compilation”

All positions are fully funded (German salary class TV-L E13).

Application deadline is April 15, 2024. See the webpage for application instructions.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Dominique Unruh, email: [email protected]

More information: https://qis.rwth-aachen.de/positions/

The ZK-lab (zk-lab.org) and Blockchain Technology Laboratory (https://www.ed.ac.uk/informatics/blockchain) at Edinburgh University has several open Ph.D. and postdoc positions to work on zero-knowledge proofs, succinct arguments, and multi-party computation with applications to decentralization and privacy protection. You will work in a dynamic collaborative environment with a focus on conceptual and foundational problems of practical relevance. To express interest, send an email including a CV to [email protected] and [email protected]. Positions are open until filled, but we give priority to applications received by May 31st. Female candidates and other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Markulf Kohlweiss ([email protected]), Jan Bobolz ([email protected])

More information: https://zk-lab.org

The Department of Computer Systems at Tallinn University of Technology invites PhD holders in Computer Science or relevant fields to apply for a post-doctoral researcher position in the NSF IMPRESS-U project titled "Hardware-Efficient Realization of UA Cryptographic Standards". Ukraine has its standardized cryptographic algorithms, namely Kalyna – block cipher and Kupyna – hash function, which are significantly dissimilar to other standardized solutions adopted by NIST in the US. For several reasons, including performance and security, hardware implementations of cryptographic algorithms are sought. In this project, the partners based in US, Estonia, and Ukraine will jointly investigate how to implement these algorithms in an Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) while disseminating knowledge in both directions. The Estonian partner is responsible for accomplishing three main tasks: (i) security-aware design exploration of cryptographic primitives in Kalyna and Kupyna, such as substitution and linear transformation operations; (ii) realization of design architectures targeting high performance and low power dissipation; (iii) secure design of Kalyna and Kupyna against well-known attacks, such as side-channel analysis and fault injection.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Levent Aksoy ([email protected])

More information: https://candidate.recrur.com/public/jobad/en/b98a4a29-7

We are looking for a bright and ambitious Postdoc to join PQShield's R&D team, focusing on advancing post-quantum secure messaging. This 2-year position, preferably starting before July 1st, 2024 , offers the opportunity to contribute to exciting research in Tokyo, Japan or Paris, France. While physical presence in these locations is preferred for collaboration with our researchers, remote work arrangements can be negotiated.

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:

Previous involvement with secure protocols are helpful to better understand the open problems posed by post-quantum secure messaging.

Ability to conduct formal security proofs and to propose new security models are important to handle a complex protocol such as secure messaging.

A general knowledge of lattice-based cryptography is preferred to understanding the pros/cons compared to classical cryptography.

In addition to cryptographic expertise, we seek candidates with:

Previous experience working with diverse teams on projects that cover various cryptographic fields.

PhD qualified in Cryptography.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a diverse team.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Please apply to the job through the PQShield's Careers page or through the link below:

PQShield Career page: https://pqshield.com/careers/apply/?gh_jid=4309579101

More information: https://pqshield.com/careers/apply/?gh_jid=4309579101

The Research Training Group "Cybercrime and Forensic Computing" aims to systematically analyse research questions arising from the interaction between computer science and criminal law. The following research areas are particularly relevant to the PhD position: Cryptography, Provable Security, and Secure Messaging. PhD students from computer science (especially applied cryptography and information security) and law collaborate and are supervised by a large group of PIs. The particular research project supervised by Paul Rösler focuses on stronger privacy and anonymity in secure messaging protocols. More information about the project can be found at https://cybercrime.fau.de

Necessary qualifications: Applicants should have an excellent academic record and hold an MSc or an equivalent university degree in computer science or related disciplines, and have the goal to finish a PhD degree within three years.

Supplementary description: The positions will commence on October 1, 2024. FAU aims to increase the number of women in scientific positions. Female candidates are therefore particularly encouraged to apply. In case of equal qualifications, candidates with disabilities will take precedence. Please submit your complete application documents by April 10, 2024 to [email protected]. Please mention in your application at least one research area from the above list which you are specifically interested in. Interviews will commence between 13. and 17.05.2024 in Erlangen.

Founded in 1743 and situated at the heart of the Nuremberg Metropolitan Region, FAU is a strong research university with an international perspective and one of the largest universities in Germany. FAU’s outstanding research and teaching is reflected in top positions in both national and international rankings, as well as the high amount of DFG funding which its researchers are able to secure.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Paul Rösler ([email protected])

More information: https://www.jobs.fau.de/jobs/2-phd-positions-m-f-d-salary-level-13-tv-l-in-computer-science-full-time-and-1-phd-position-m-f-d-salary-level-13-tv-l-in-law-part-time-75-91270455/

We have several open PhD internship positions in Bell Labs (Belgium) for PhD students or Postdocs.

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

What we offer:

• 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

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Emad Heydari Beni ([email protected])

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

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Amin Sakzad ([email protected])

More information: https://www.monash.edu/it/ssc/cybersecurity/people

The Fully Homomorphic Encryption research group at CEA-LIST, a French public government funded research organisation, is one of the largest research groups that dedicatedly works on homomorphic encryption. Potential use cases include Privacy preserving Machine learning and Deep learning, to name a few. However, different schemes are suited for different use-cases, and thus there is a greater need of efficient switching between schemes.

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

Education: Hold an M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) with excellent grades in Information security or Computer science.

Experience and Knowledge: Strong background in (applied) cryptography with a particular focus on cryptographic protocols/FHE/MPC. 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, knowledge of French not required The successful candidate will:

become a part of the team of 10 full time researchers (one of largest teams in the world dedicated to FHE) and advance research on FHE.

develop new protocols and techniques in FHE,

publish and present your results in top-tier journals and conferences.

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.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Olive Chakraborty ([email protected] )

Contact us with your CV and Cover letter for more details on the subject.

A junior professor position entitled « Mathematics: cryptography, algebra, geometry » is open for competition at the university of Rennes. The recruited person will join the « Géométrie et Algèbre Effectives » team at IRMAR. This position is aimed at doctorate holders, including experienced post-docs and colleagues already in post (lecturers, associate professor, ...). It is a 4 years tenure track leading to a full professor position. Applications will be open from April 16 to May 17 More details, including teaching and research profiles, will be available on https://www.galaxie.enseignementsup-recherche.gouv.fr/ensup/cand_CPJ.htm in the coming days. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Sylvain Duquesne

The research group for Cryptographic Protocols located at the University of Luxembourg and the KASTEL Security Research Labs (Germany) is looking for a PhD student working on cryptographic primitives and protocols enabling privacy, accountability, and transparency. A background in provable security (e.g., successfully attended courses or a master’s thesis on the subject) is expected.

The candidate will be based at the University of Luxembourg but also profit from regular visits at and joint research projects with the KASTEL Security Research Labs.

The candidate’s research will be dealing with privacy-preserving cryptographic building blocks and protocols for important application scenarios and result in both theoretical contributions (protocol designs, security models and proofs, etc.) and their efficient implementation. Privacy-preserving payments and data analytics, misuse-resistant lawful interception, and anonymous communication are research topics of particular interest to us.

If you are interested in joining our group, please send an email including your CV, transcripts, and two references to [email protected]. As the position should be filled as soon as possible, your application will be considered promptly.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Andy Rupp ([email protected])

More information: https://www.uni.lu/fstm-en/research-groups/cryptographic-protocols-crypo/

The Department of Electrical and Information Technology at LTH is recruiting an Assistant Professor in Computer Security.

The position is funded within the framework of a special initiative on cybersecurity from the Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program. This means that, in addition to funding for the Assistant Lecturer position, full funding is provided for doctoral positions associated with the new position. The new Assistant Lecturer is expected to actively participate in the supervision of these doctoral students and, once docent competence is achieved, take on the main supervisory role. Additionally, funding is provided for two postdoctoral positions for two years each within the employment. The new Assistant Lecturer is expected to be responsible for developing profiles and recruiting for these two positions.
The subject of the position encompasses methods and principles for protecting data in safety-critical applications, as well as protection against overload attacks and the maintenance of personal privacy. There are significant challenges in researching how machine learning can be used to attack traditional computer systems, but also to create new principles for protecting systems, making them more robust, and, not least, automating security architectures and protection systems.
Work duties include:
- Research within the subject area,
- Teaching in the first, second and third cycles of studies,
- Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students,
- Actively seeking external research funding,
- Collaboration with industry and wider society.
- Recruitment of researchers and building up a research group,
- Administration related to the work duties listed above.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Christian Gehrmann, [email protected]

More information: https://lu.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:688687/

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

Mastery of at least one zk-SNARK/zk-STARK proof system, or a strong enough technical background to understand one (and this should have some direct connection to cryptography)

Ability to code and develop software. You should have experience with at least one major language, like Python, Java, or C; the exact language is not too important. You should be familiar with versioning software (specifically, GitHub), testing, and a familiarity with algorithms and data structures.

Ability to read and interpret academic papers

Ability to communicate ideas

Partial availability (2-6h) during EST work hours

Familiarity with existing ZK Rollup designs and multiple ZK proof systems

Knowledge of software development in Solidity, including testing and various development frameworks like Hardhat

Familiarity with blockchain ecosystems, particularly Ethereum

Familiarity with Circom for writing zero knowledge circuits

Closing date for applications:

Contact: [email protected]

More information: https://quantstamp.com/careers

Bosch Research is developing an open source cloud platform (https://carbynestack.io) for computing on encrypted data using Secure Multi-party Computation (MPC). Potential use cases include, but are not limited to, Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning and Privacy-Preserving Data Analytics. For such large computations on big data, active secure MPC becomes quite expensive. Bosch Research is therefore trying to reduce the computational and communication costs of MPC by optimizing the underlying cryptographic primitives and protocols.

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

If the above requirements apply to you, you are welcome to read on. 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, and
• publish and present your results in top-tier journals and at conferences.

The position is based at the Bosch Research Campus in Renningen, Germany, fully funded for three years, no teaching duties, with 30 days annual leave, and the usual benefits.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Please submit your application, including your CV, transcripts of records from your Master studies, and a cover letter including your research background and research interest, via: https://smrtr.io/hmG3C

More information: https://smrtr.io/hmG3C

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:

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

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 ([email protected])

The successful candidate will contribute to the formal security specification and design of cryptographic protocols in the Open Finance area. In Open Finance we envision multiple entities, each holding private data, that want to perform joint computation over this data to offer to customers the best possible financial products. The main goal of the project is to investigate what are the security requirements for Open Finance, and then provide a formal security specification (e.g., in the Universal Composable framework) of such a system. The successful candidate will then work on designing a protocol that matches this security definition, and in the final stage of the project, will implement part of the system, focusing on a specific use case. The candidate will be supported by members of the Business School to successfully complete the first phase of the project related to understanding the basic security requirements of an Open Finance system. The majority of the project will be related to the formal design of the system that will be supported by members of the School of Informatics. The project is funded by Input-Output Global. Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or nearing completion) in cryptography or related fields. Evidence of strong research experience as demonstrated through publications at top-tier conferences or high-impact journals is essential. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with strong initiative and commitment to excellence, and an ability to conduct world-class research. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work remotely if they require that (as long as they are in the UK). For more info, we refer to the application page. Application deadline 12/03/2024, 23:59GMT

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Michele Ciampi [email protected]

More information: https://elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/9810

The Institute of Software Chinese Academy of Sciences (ISCAS) is looking for two postdoctoral researchers in post-quantum cryptography under Prof. Zhenfeng Zhang's team. The roles involve designing, analyzing, and implementing post-quantum cryptographic algorithms and protocols.

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.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Dr. Long Chen (Email:[email protected])

More information: https://people.ucas.ac.cn/~zfzhang

We are looking for a self-motivated post-doc in Homomorphic Encryption supported under ARC Discovery project. The project is planned to start in July 2024 and for three years. The candidate is required to have a PhD qualification in relevant research fields in cryptography, mathematics or related fields. Please send your updated CV and related documents to the contact below.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Steven Duong

In view of its ongoing development, the CRYPTO group of the University of Versailles St-Quentin-en-Yvelines (France) invites applications for the following full-time position.

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.

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.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Louis Goubin, Full Professor, head of the "Cryptology and Information Security" group

e-mail: louis.goubin (at) uvsq.fr

More information: https://www.galaxie.enseignementsup-recherche.gouv.fr/ensup/ListesPostesPublies/ANTEE/2024_1/0781944P/FOPC_0781944P_4338.pdf

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.

Application deadline:Apr 8, 2024. Later applications are considered.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Thomas Schneider ([email protected])

More information: https://encrypto.de/2024-CROSSING