International Association
for Cryptologic Research

Ready to join the future of innovation in our team at NXP in Gratkorn/Graz? Owing to the success of our business, our department is growing and we are looking for a talented student, who would like to gain experience in parallel to their studies. In this exciting role, you will be part of a highly talented team developing secure high performance crypto software for next generation products in different market segments (payment, identification, mobile, IoT, Automotive, …)

Your responsibilities:

Supporting the Crypto Library development and maintenance

Embedded software development in C

Implementation of cryptographic algorithms

Maintenance of quality KPIs

Your profile:

Ongoing studies in mathematics, computer science, electronic/ electrical engineering, information technology or similar

First experience in embedded software development, using C and assembly is an advantage

A solid understanding of microcontroller architecture

First experience in implementing crypto algorithms such as DES, AES, RSA, ECC, SHA is appreciated

You are a team player and you have initiative

Availability around 16 hours per week (on average)

The minimum salary for this position is EUR 17 gross/hour.

We offer:

Flexible working time

On-site free beverages and fresh fruit

Social events (student get-togethers, networking opportunities, etc)

and many other benefits!

We offer internships with a variety of lengths.

We are proud to have received the Leading Employer Award for the 5th time in a row 2023, which is presented exclusively only to the top 1% of employers in Austria. Furthermore, we have recently been certified as Family Friendly Employer and received the EqualitA label.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Laura Hoser

More information: https://nxp.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Gratkorn/Internship--Crypto-Library-SW-Development--f-m-d-_R-10053816

We seek to hire an outstanding PhD candidate to start in December 2024. The successful candidate will participate in the activities of the CRISES research group, which focuses on theoretical advances for computer security and data privacy.

The University offers:

A 4-year PhD scholarship to work in an exciting international environment located at the sunny and mediterranean city of Tarragona, Spain.

Generous travel funds for participation in conferences, summer schools, and research stays.

An automatic switch to a postdoctoral contract once the candidate defends the PhD thesis.

Profile:

A First Class Honours degree (or equivalent) or Master degree (with research component) in computer science or mathematics

Strong academic performance, programming and mathematical skills

A proven interest in computer security and/or related topics

Excellent written and oral English skills

Commitment, team worker, self-motivated and a critical mind

Applications should be written in English and include the following documents:

Curriculum Vitae

A short description of your Master work or Honours thesis (max 1 page)

Transcript of grades from all university-level courses taken

Contact information for 3 referees

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Dr. Rolando Trujillo [email protected]

More information: https://rolandotr.bitbucket.io/open-positions.html

We have a fully funded Ph.D. position about Deep Learning (DL) and secure multi-party computation (MPC) applied to medical systems beginning from Fall 2025 (August 2025) or Spring 2025 (January 2025) at University of South Florida (USF). Students receive a yearly package worth approximately $65,000, which covers all the tuition, health insurance, fringe benefits, and a competitive monthly salary. The project offers an excellent multi-disciplinary opportunity involving flagship medical centers, and top machine learning experts, all with MPC and applied cryptography. The candidate will work on private diagnosis with DL and federated learning, developing specially designed MPC protocols for medical applications. USF is a Rank-1 Research University, AAU University, and USF CSE is in the top 15% among Computer Science departments in public universities based on Academic Analytics data based on Scholarly Research Index (and top 8th for patents in the USA). Requirements:

• A BS degree in ECE/CS with a high GPA
• Excellent programming skills (e.g., C, C++), familiarity with Linux
• MS degree in ECE/CS/Math is a big plus. Publications will be regarded as a plus but not required.
• Please send your CV, transcripts, TOEFL/IELTS scores (required), publications (optional), and GRE (highly preferred).

Closing date for applications:

Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Webpage : http://www.csee.usf.edu/~attilaayavuz/

Help us build the leading wallet infrastructure for the multi-trillion-dollar digital asset industry. Work closely with our top leadership, including the CTO, CPO, and Head of Security, and collaborate with a talented team of Cryptographers, Security Engineers and Protocol Engineers. We’re looking for a Lead Cryptographer with expertise in developing secure, efficient cryptographic protocols focused namely on multi-party computation, threshold cryptography, and post-quantum cryptography. You will collaborate with library developers and solutions architects to enhance our cryptographic solutions, aligning them with the company’s needs and objectives.

As a Lead Cryptographer, you will:
• Carry out fundamental and applied research with the research team.
• Act as a powerhouse of ideas on all cryptographic and research issues.
• Collaborate with the research and engineering team on technical research tasks.

  More information on Dfns Labs and its affiliated projects: dfns.co/labs

  Closing date for applications:

  Contact: Christopher Grilhault des Fontaines [email protected]

  More information: https://www.welcometothejungle.com/en/companies/dfns/jobs/lead-cryptographer_paris?q=577351ed68dbf939d46f6cf0a1b9fc04&o=f45742ac-fac0-4c1b-8afc-7968f5378d33

As a system developer, you will contribute to the creation of a complex decentralized system involving smart contract technology, offchain communication protocols, and identity management. CIMA.Science is a startup company whose mission is the innovative application of decentralized consensus protocols through both horizontal and vertical integration across a wide range of technologies. A key initiative is the creation of an autonomous transaction platform that allows individuals to securely conduct transactions with others across jurisdictional boundaries, establishing trust and legal certainty without the need for intermediaries. Additionally, individuals can opt for a decentralized identity, facilitating their proper integration into the commerce stream. Our goal is to bring the blockchain technology to people in an inclusive manner, with little environment impact, and with high security and resilience objectives. The plan is to build up a R&D team. We will release open source software and nurture expertise. We follow and contribute to cutting edge research. We work on the Unlimitrust Campus in Prilly with tight connections with academic partners.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Alfio Lanuto (OBJECT: System developer)

More information: https://cima.science

Summary

As a Cryptographic Engineer in Applied Cryptography, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing cryptographic solutions. You'll work alongside a team of talented individuals, contributing to various projects ranging from prototyping new cryptographic products to optimizing existing ones. You will collaborate closely with software architects, product managers, and other team members to successfully deliver high-quality cryptographic solutions that meet market demands.

You will need to have a strong foundation in engineering principles and a keen interest in cryptography. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies while continuously learning and growing in applied cryptography.

Duties

As a Cryptographic Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in implementing Zero-Knowledge (ZK) circuits tailored for integration within the Midnight chain. Your focus will involve leveraging recursive proof technologies, particularly those based on Halo2, to create proofs regarding the Midnight state. These proofs are designed to interface with other ecosystems, such as Cardano, providing a secure and efficient means to interact and exchange information across platforms. Your duties will include:

Working with teams across time zones

Working independently on software development tasks

Being proactive and requiring minimal supervision or mentoring to complete tasks

Contribute to the development and delivery of cryptographic products

Assist in prototyping new cryptographic solutions

Implement cryptographic primitives according to established specifications

Collaborate with team members to review cryptographic protocols and proposed primitives

Document code and APIs clearly and comprehensively

Adhere to software engineering best practices during the development process

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Marios Nicolaides

More information: https://apply.workable.com/io-global/j/E68F9E4337/

These positions are supported by the prestigious Australian Research Council Laureate Fellowship on "Secure Cloud Computing from Cryptography: The Rise of Pragmatic Cryptography". You will contribute to research conducted at the Institute of Cybersecurity and Cryptology, focusing on cryptography particularly with the application on developing secure cloud computing. You will also be supervising PhD students. The Institute of Cybersecurity and Cryptology at the University of Wollongong is a premier research institute that conducts research in cybersecurity and cryptology. The institute was awarded the Excellence of Research Assessment with score 5 (well above the world standard) for cryptography research, which is the only score given to a University in Australia. Please apply online (not via email)

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. Willy Susilo

More information: https://www.uow.edu.au/about/jobs/jobs-available/#en/sites/CX_1/requisitions/preview/4659/?

We are looking for 1-2 bright researchers with strong interest and suitable experience in any of these research areas:

• Distributed cryptography: DKG, decentralised credentials with privacy properties
• Advanced encryption: algorithmic techniques for FHE and SNARKs, updatable encryption
• Secure computation: MPC techniques and protocol design, PSI
• PQC techniques for any of the aforementioned areas

Candidates will lead our research in funded projects across the domains of decentralized digital identity, computing over encrypted data, and advanced post-quantum secure encryption, and can work with existing PhD students.

They will work closely with members of the Privacy and Applied Cryptography (PACY) lab, led by Prof. Mark Manulis, and the Quantum-Safe and Advanced Cryptography (QuSAC) lab, led by Prof. Daniel Slamanig. Candidates will benefit from our modern infrastructure and availability of funds to support own research. Also, Munich is amongst best places to live in Germany.

Positions are available for immediate start but no later than 01.01.2025 with ~58k to 74k EUR p.a. depending on qualifications and experience. Initial contracts are for 1.5 - 2 years. (Due to the nature of funding restrictions on the eligibility may apply.)

Requirements:

• Master's degree (or equivalent) or PhD in Mathematics, Cryptography, or Computer Science with excellent grades
• Solid knowledge and demonstrable experience in respective research area
• Post-doc candidates must have a strong track record (ideally with publications at IACR conferences and/or the top 4 security conferences) and good academic writing and presentation skills
• Experience with cryptographic implementations (desirable)
• Proficiency in English (essential) and German (desirable but not essential)

Applications (cover letter, CV, transcripts, references) can be sent by email.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. Dr. Mark Manulis
mark [.] manulis [@] unibw [.] de

Applications will be processed continuously until the positions are filled.

More information: https://www.unibw.de/pacy-en/vacancies

The research group Applied Cyber Security Darmstadt (ACSD) at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (h_da) is currently seeking Ph.D. students for various exciting research opportunities. We are looking for motivated individuals interested in Automotive Security, Smart Energy Network Security, Offensive Security, Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), and Cryptographic Protocol Design. Our group is engaged in several ongoing and upcoming projects funded by prominent agencies such as the DFG (German Research Foundation), BMBF (Federal Ministry of Education and Research), and the state of Hesse. Among the positions are two PhD positions for a BMBF-funded project commencing in September, focused on cryptoagility and the integration of PQC in modern vehicles. This project addresses critical challenges in future-proofing automotive security against emerging quantum threats. If you are passionate about cutting-edge cyber security research and wish to contribute to the advancement of secure automotive technologies, we encourage you to apply.

Your profile:

• Master’s degree with very good grades in IT security, computer science, or a similar field
• Extensive knowledge in IT security and applied cryptography
• Proficient programming skills in Python, C/C++
• Knowledge in cryptographic protocols, post-quantum cryptography, automotive technologies, offensive security, or energy networks is beneficial (depending on the project)
• Experience and interest to engage in teaching
• Very good English skills, German skills are beneficial
• Motivated, reliable, creative, and able to work independently

Closing date for applications:

Contact:

• Christoph Krauß
• Alexander Wiesmaier

More information: https://acsd.h-da.de

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 at KIT, Germany. The candidate’s research will be dealing with privacy-enhancing 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/

Are you fascinated by the theoretical underpinnings of security that allow for protecting privacy in an ever more interconnected world? Are you willing to take on the challenge of upgrading cryptography to deal with the threat posed by quantum computation? Do you enjoy working in a team of young and motivated researchers? The TCS Group from the Informatics Institute of the University of Amsterdam is seeking a PhD student to carry out cutting-edge research in theoretical computer science, with an expected focus on code-based cryptography.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Nicolas Resch

More information: https://vacatures.uva.nl/UvA/job/PhD-Position-in-Code-Based-Cryptography/777741202/

We are seeking two highly motivated and talented students to join our research group to pursue a Ph.D in the field of cryptography at School of Computer Science, University of Sydney. The student will work on cutting-edge research in topics such as

security and fairness in multi-party computation

distributed payment protocols

privacy-preserving blockchains and cryptocurrencies

Security and game-theoretic aspects in blockchains

and other topics in cryptographic theory and applications.

Qualifications:

An UG or Master’s degree in CS, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with one year of research experience (For eg., research-based thesis).

Strong background in theoretical computer science, number theory, probability.

Proficiency in English, both written and spoken

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Optional skills:

Excellent programming skills and experience with cryptographic libraries is a plus.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Work in a dynamic and international research environment.

Support for international collaborations and travel.

About University of Sydney:

The University of Sydney is one of the world's leading universities, known for its outstanding research and teaching excellence (ranked 18 in the world - QS rankings 2025 ). Our vibrant campus is located in the heart of Sydney (one of the top livable cities of the world), offering an exceptional environment for both academic and personal growth and the perfect work-life balance. The School of Computer Science is among the top ranked in the world ( ranked 22 in the world for CS - US news and world report 2024-25 ) constantly expanding year-on-year with strong faculty and students.

Application Process: Interested candidates should contact via email with

a detailed CV, including list of publications (if any)

Transcript, degree certificate

Contact of two references

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Sri AravindaKrishnan Thyagarajan [email protected]

More information: https://www.sydney.edu.au/courses/courses/pr/doctor-of-philosophy-engineering.html

We are looking for a bright, ambitious, and motivated PhD student to join the cryptography group in the Cybersecurity Engineering Section at DTU Compute in the Copenhagen region of Denmark. The 3-year PhD position will preferably start on 1 November 2024 (or according to mutual agreement). The goal of the PhD project is to improve the state of threshold post-quantum cryptography. You will join the growing cryptography team at DTU and be able to work with researchers in- and outside of the Copenhagen region and Denmark.

Responsibilities and qualifications
Your main task will be to design new threshold cryptographic algorithms with post-quantum security.
You will investigate distributed alternatives to existing post-quantum algorithms such as Dilithium, Falcon and Picnic, and the long-term security of threshold cryptography, in particular with respect to proactive and post-quantum security. To succeed in this research effort, you will gain familiarity with:

• post-quantum cryptographic primitives such as signatures or OPRFs
• threshold cryptographic techniques such as secret sharing and multiparty computation
• cryptographic foundations of post-quantum cryptography such as lattices, MPC-in-the-head, FHE and similar tools

In addition to the research project, you will conduct a limited amount of small-class teaching during your PhD period.

As formal qualification, you must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree. Furthermore, to ensure a smooth start into the project, it is preferable that you have previous experience with either threshold or post-quantum cryptography.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years. The position is a full-time position and the starting date is 1 November 2024 (or according to mutual agreement).

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Carsten Baum ([email protected])

More information: https://efzu.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/da/sites/CX_1/job/2872/

We are looking for a person to extend our team as postdoc in the Horizon Europe Next Generation Internet pilot NGI TALER. Your task will be to carry out foundational research in the context of the payment system GNU Taler. More precisely, you will be tasked with proving the security of post-quantum replacements for the cryptography used to secure GNU Taler. The position is initially 1 year with funding for a 1-year extension available.

GNU Taler is a privacy-preserving payment system. Customers can stay anonymous, but merchants cannot hide their income through payments with GNU Taler. This helps to avoid tax evasion and money laundering while providing users with a privacy-preserving way of electronic payment. As part of a Next Generation Internet pilot, the cryptography used in GNU Taler will be future-proofed by developing post-quantum secure variants of the involved protocols. Your task will be to prove these new protocols secure against quantum adversaries, closely collaborating with the team that develops the protocols.

If you have a PhD in cryptography or a related area, please apply online via the TU/e website.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Andreas Hülsing a.t.huelsing [put at here] tue.nl and Kathrin Hövelmanns k.hovelmanns [put at here] tue.nl

More information: https://jobs.tue.nl/en/vacancy/postdoc-in-postquantum-cryptography-1094802.html

https://aztec.network/

We’re creating a general-purpose private smart contract layer for Ethereum, affectionately dubbed ‘Aztec 3’.

We utilise bleeding-edge cryptography in our tech stack to realise private transactions on a public blockchain network, particularly in the realm of zero-knowledge cryptography.

As a result we possess a world-class R&D team that has co-authored the Plonk, Plookup and Zeromorph protocols. Plonk in particular is rapidly becoming an industry standard ZK-SNARK technology.

We are looking for experienced cryptographers to expand our R&D team and allow us to further enhance the state-of-the-art when it comes to generating proofs of private computation.

Role focus:

* Research techniques to improve both the constant and asymptotic performance of our cryptographic protocols

* Perform literature reviews to identify new developments that could improve the Prover/Verifier efficiency of our cryptographic protocols (or replace them entirely)

* Develop security proofs for our ZK-SNARK circuit architectures

* Liaise with our applied cryptographers to assist them with implementing our cryptographic protocols in software

Required experience:

* PhD-level qualification in cryptography or a related field

* Named author in one or more papers in the field of zero-knowledge cryptography

* Ability to read and understand software implementations of cryptographic protocols written in C++

* Familiarity with algorithms, data structures and basic programming concepts

* Able to provide clear and constructive feedback for more junior cryptographers / applied cryptographers, mentoring where necessary

What we offer:

* A highly competitive compensation package (including equity)

* Flexible and remote work environment

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays annually

* An opportunity to work at the cutting edge of blockchain and FinTech with a world class cryptography and engineering team

Closing date for applications:

Contact: [email protected]

More information: https://boards.eu.greenhouse.io/aztec/jobs/4098527101

Full Time =nil; Foundation has been at the forefront of Ethereum scalability solutions since 2018. With a mission to overcome the Ethereum scalability challenge, the team has been working on cutting-edge products such as =nil;’s native Proof Market, zkLLVM, and Placeholder, combining advanced cryptography, zero-knowledge technology, and database management systems. Now we are looking for an experienced Cryptographer, who has an experience or a strong interest in developing zkProof systems. Responsibilities - Developing cryptography algorithms design including proof system design. - Design circuits for protocols’ state proofs for a proof system. - Academic writing. - Security analysis. - Research other solutions related to proof-system\circuits\other cryptography tasks. Qualifications - MS with major in Applied Math or equivalent experience. - Deep expertise in cryptographic algorithms and primitives. - Peer-reviewed publications in cryptography, distributed systems, proof systems. - Proven experience in ZK proof techniques (for example, Groth16, Plonk, STARKs, Marlin). - The language is English, so you’re supposed to be at least B2 level. As part of our hiring process, one of the key stages involves completing a test assignment. You can familiarize yourself with it by following this link https://nilfoundation.notion.site/Applicant-Challenge-Cryptography-Researcher-at-nil-Foundation-2dd2b4535ac14847a69ea46091b78442?pvs=74 Should you be interested, you are welcome to undertake this task and submit the link to your completed assignment along with your application. Alternatively, you may respond with your resume and opt to commence the assignment after engaging with our team. Benefits Apply to discuss your benefit package, including health insurance, language courses, relocation support or other care the company may provide.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Alex Aristides - [email protected]

More information: https://nil.foundation/careers/jobs?jobId=eKBawSyO9EDP

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate for a PhD in Cybersecurity. This project aims to advance the field of healthcare cybersecurity through innovative and scalable solutions. The candidate will focus on the security and privacy of healthcare systems, including but not limited to developing decentralized, secure, and privacy-preserving methods for sharing health data.

Starting date: The position is available from January 1, 2025. An earlier commencement might be possible.

Application deadline: October 7, 2024.

We offer:

• Fully funded position for three years
• No teaching obligations
• Stimulating research environment
• Competitive salary and benefits, starting salary from NOK 532,200

More information is available at bit.ly/phd25

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Mohsen Toorani ([email protected])

More information: https://bit.ly/phd25

We are seeking an Associate Research Fellow to join our team through support from the Australian Research Council Linkage Project, focusing on "Cryptographic Group Actions". This research-only opportunity requires proficiency in cryptography research, particularly in post-quantum cryptography, group actions, and security proofs. The Institute of Cybersecurity and Cryptology is a premier research institute that conducts research in cybersecurity and cryptology. The institute was awarded the Excellence of Research Assessment with score 5 for cryptography research. Please apply online only (not via email). Selection criteria is available online via the link below.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof Willy Susilo

More information: https://www.uow.edu.au/about/jobs/jobs-available/#en/sites/CX_1/job/4604/?utm_medium=jobshare

Key Responsibilities: • Design and implementation of secure web services for key and data distribution • Design and implementation of unit and integration tests for automated test execution in CI/CD pipelines, including quality aspects • Contributing to architectural and security concepts to ensure end-to-end protection of sensitive key material and data Your Profile: • University degree in computer science, software engineering, security, telematics, mathematics, or equivalent • Experience in software engineering, seasoned Java developer, 3+ years • Familiar with Java Spring Boot • Experience in (embedded) C development • Familiar with security and cryptography • Interested in implementing and testing reliable, high-secure, high-throughput services • Familiar with SQL and NoSQL databases (nice to have) • Familiar with containerization including orchestration (Kubernetes and Docker) (nice to have) • Familiar with Maven Build System and Jenkins Build Automation (nice to have) • Structured approach towards complex software challenges • Self-organized and team-oriented • Solid English communication skills (oral and written) • Open-minded and communicative Ready to create a smarter world? Join the future of Innovation. Join NXP. Apply online!

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Kerstin Krauss

More information: https://nxp.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Gratkorn/Senior-Web-Service-Java-Software-Engineer-for-Trust-Provisioning--m-f-d-_R-10053960-1

TU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching, and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto "Technology for People". As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.

At the Institute of Logic and Computation, in the Research Unit of Security and Privacy (in the upcoming Research Unit Privacy Enhanced Technologies) at TU Wien is offering two 40hours/week positions as university assistant (prae-doc) limited to expected 4 years. Expected start: September 2024

Tasks:
- Research in the area of privacy enhancing technologies, cryptocurrencies, and (applied) cryptography
- Teaching tasks (exercises and exams), student guidance
- Teaching in German and English is expected
- Assistance with thesis supervision
- Scientific publishing (journal and conference papers, dissertation) - Participation in scientific events
- Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks


Your profile: - Completion of a master or diploma curriculum in one of these fields: computer Science, math, or smilar fields
- Knowledge of privacy-enhancing technologies, such as cryptography, differential privacy, and related areas.
- Very good skills in German and English communication and writing Interest in academic research and teaching
- Advanced problem solving skills and scientific curiosity
- Team player with very good communication skills


We offer: A highly visible and connected international research group A broad range of opportunities in a thriving research area Hybrid working style with home office option A range of attractive social benefits (see Fringe-Benefit Catalogue of TU Wien) Internal and external training opportunities, various career options Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U4 Karlsplatz)

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dominique Schröder [email protected]

More information: https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/235902