International Association
for Cryptologic Research

We are looking for motivated, bright, and hard-working student that wish to pursue a PhD in Cryptography. The candidate will work on cryptographic research topics such as:

• zero-knowledge proofs & SNARKs
• polynomial/vector commitments & lookup arguments
• searchable encryption
• encrypted database query evaluation
• TEE-assisted cryptography

Other areas are possible, the specific research topic will be determined based on the common interests of the candidate and the supervisor.

Applicant's profile

• MSc or BSc degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Excellent programming skills.
• Very good understanding of CS fundamentals: algorithm analysis, data structures, etc.
• Good understanding of cryptographic primitives: hashing, encryption, commitments, etc.
• Strong enthusiasm for research.

Ideal candidates have prior knowledge in implementing cryptographic primitives or a relevant project. Solid background in theoretical computer science (complexity analysis, reduction proofs, etc.), or experience in programming for trusted-hardware environments (Intel SGX, ARM TrustZone, etc.) is also a big plus.

Work environment

HKUST offers guaranteed funding for the PhD duration with competitive stipends. Our CSE department consistently ranks very high in global Computer Science and Engineering rankings. Our graduates typically produce research output of the highest quality and consistently staff world-class institutions. The lab offers a creative work environment that is ideal for excellent research.

Interested applicants, please send your CV and a short research statement to Prof. Dimitrios Papadopoulos.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: dipapado (at) cse.ust.hk

This PhD studentship offers an exciting opportunity to delve into the rapidly evolving fields of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence (AI). As AI technologies become increasingly integrated into enterprise systems, the need to secure these systems against sophisticated cyber threats has never been more critical. This research project at the University of Sheffield is focused on addressing these challenges by developing advanced methods to protect AI systems from cyber attacks, ensuring their reliability, integrity, and resilience in real-world environments. As a PhD candidate, you will join the Security of Advanced Systems Research Group, working on cutting-edge research that bridges the gap between AI innovation and cybersecurity. Your work will involve identifying and analyzing vulnerabilities in AI systems, creating robust models capable of withstanding adversarial attacks, and implementing state-of-the-art security measures to safeguard AI infrastructures. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders, contributing to the development of new cybersecurity standards for AI. This studentship is ideal for individuals passionate about AI and cybersecurity who are eager to contribute to the protection of critical technologies. The position is open to candidates worldwide, offering a unique chance to make a significant impact in a high-demand field. Research Themes Include: Analyzing vulnerabilities in AI systems Developing robust AI models resistant to adversarial attacks Implementing advanced security measures within AI infrastructures Collaborating with industry leaders to set new cybersecurity standards for AI Position Details: Starting Date: Flexible, with preferred start dates in September 2024 or January 2025. Location: Department of Computer Science, University of Sheffield, UK. Duration: 3 years Additional Note: International candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that supplementary funding may be required to cover the tuition fee differential.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: To apply, please send your CV, a letter of motivation, and academic transcripts to aryan.pasikhani@sheffield.ac.uk. Be sure to include [PhD-CyberAI] in the subject line of your email.

The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) invites for faculty applications in all areas of computer science including security, cryptography and privacy, candidates working in systems and more applied topics are especially encouraged to apply.

Interdisciplinary applications bridging between areas are particularly encouraged to apply.

Assistant professors start with independent group leader positions for six years, progressing to tenured positions after a positive evaluation by international peers.

Tenured positions welcome distinguished scientists with proven leadership in research.

At ISTA, we promote a diverse and inclusive working environment and are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for all applicants, free of discrimination. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

ISTA is an interdisciplinary research institution that combines basic science research with graduate education in theoretical and experimental research in Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Information and System Sciences.

Why ISTA

• Impactful research in a vibrant, international, and interdisciplinary research environment.

• Advanced facilities and comprehensive scientific support.

• Attractive salaries and generous resources.

• Guaranteed annual funding, including support for PhD students and postdocs.

• Graduate school with highly selective admissions.

• Professional development opportunities and employee support services.

• On-campus childcare facilities.

• Inclusive working environment.

• Proximity to Vienna, consistently ranked among the most livable cities worldwide.

The closing date for applications is November 28, 2024.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: For more information on the application process please go to https://www.ista.ac.at/en/jobs/faculty/

More information: https://www.ista.ac.at/en/jobs/faculty/

Tsinghua University in China and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore are jointly seeking for candidates to fill several post-doctoral research fellow positions on symmetric-key cryptography with a tentative duration of 2 years. Topics include but are not limited to the following sub-areas:

• tool aided cryptanalysis, such as MILP, CP, STP, and SAT
• machine learning aided cryptanalysis and designs
• privacy-preserving friendly symmetric-key designs
• quantum cryptanalysis
• provable security
• cryptanalysis against SHA-2, SHA-3, and AES
• threshold cryptography

Candidates will have the chance to spend half of the time with Assoc Prof Xiaoyang Dong at Tsinghua University, China, and the other half with Assoc Prof Jian Guo at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. Candidates with strong record of publications in IACR conferences (Asiacrypt, Crypto, Eurocrypt, FSE) are encouraged to apply. These positions are available immediately until filled.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Assoc Prof Xiaoyang Dong, xiaoyangdong@tsinghua.edu.cn

The Cryptography Research Group at University College Cork (UCC) is looking for a highly motivated Post-Doctoral or Senior Post-Doctoral Researcher in differential privacy and related privacy preservation techinques. The researchers will be employed on an industry-funded research project sponsored by a major Internet company. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr Paolo Palmieri, Senior Lecturer in Cyber Securit, and Prof. Barry O’Sullivan, Professor of Computer Science, in the School of Computer Science & Information Technology, University College Cork, Ireland.

Candidates should hold a PhD degree in cryptography, cyber security or related areas, with a good track record of publications. Ideally, they will have experience in one or more of the following areas: differential privacy, anonymity, re-identification and/or cryptography-based privacy enhancing technologies. Candidates with a background in other areas of cryptography/privacy/security, but with a strong interest in differential privacy will also be considered. A strong mathematical background is expected, complemented with programming skills. Experience with relevant libraries such as IBM Diffprivlib, Opacus, SecretFlow etc. is an asset.

The position is until December 2025, with a possibility of extension subject to availability of funding. The successful candidates will be appointed at Post-Doctoral or Senior Post-Doctoral level depending on their experience and qualifications. A budget for travel, equipment, publications and other research expenses is available as part of the project.

The Cryptography Research Group is led by Dr Paolo Palmieri and consists of 8 researchers at doctoral and post-doctoral level. The hired researcher will be encouraged to collaborate with other members of the group, and to take a mentoring role with some of the more junior researchers. There will also be ample opportunities to work with the group’s extensive network of international collaborations. The role will be based in Insight - SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics, as part of the SFI Empower Spoke.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Informal inquiries can be made in confidence to Dr. Paolo Palmieri, at: p.palmieri@cs.ucc.ie

Applications should be submitted through the University portal at https://ore.ucc.ie/ (search for reference number: 078931). E-mail applications cannot be considered.

More information: https://security.ucc.ie/vacancies.html

The College of Science seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability. The Division of Mathematical Sciences in the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences at NTU provides a multidisciplinary academic program that provides students with a wide-ranging and up-to-date education. The Division of Mathematical Sciences invites applications for an Asst/Assoc Prof (Tenure Track/Tenured) position specializing in Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). This position focuses on advancing the field of PQC, which is critical in the era of quantum computing. Key Responsibilities Conduct pioneering research in post-quantum cryptography. ·Publish high-impact papers in leading journals and conferences. ·Secure research funding from competitive grants and industry partnerships. ·Mentor and supervise graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. ·Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within the university and with external partners. ·Deliver engaging and effective teaching to both undergraduate and graduate students. ·Undertake essential administrative responsibilities within the School. Qualifications ·Doctoral degree in Mathematics, Computing Science, or a closely related field with a specialization in Post-Quantum Cryptography. ·Demonstrated excellence in research, evidenced by a strong publication record in reputable journals and conferences. ·Recognition in the research community, such as invited talks, awards, or memberships in professional societies. ·Proven ability to secure research funding (for Assoc Prof). ·Strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students. ·Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Application Procedure Required application documents: ·Cover letter ·Curriculum Vitae including a full publication list ·Statement of current and future research interest ·Teaching statement ·Names of at least three referees

Closing date for applications:

Contact: MAS, Search Chair MAS_Search@ntu.edu.sg

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

The Secure Intelligent Systems (SecInt) research group at the University of Passau conducts research and teaching on various aspects of hardware security and physical attacks resistance.

Starting October 1, 2024, to support research and teaching within the framework of the project A Unified Hardware Design for the USA and German Post-Quantum Standards funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and the US National Science Foundation (NSF), the Assistant Professorship for Secure Intelligent Systems (Professor Dr.-Ing. Elif Bilge Kavun) is seeking to fill the position of a Research Assistant (m/f/d) with 100 percent of regular working hours for an initial limited period of one year. Remuneration will be in accordance with pay group 13 of the TV-L. There is the possibility of an extension of the employment in this project up to a total of three years, if the personal and pay scale requirements are met.

You must have completed (or be close to completing) a university master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related research disciplines with outstanding grades. Top candidates should demonstrate knowledge & expertise in most (or at least two) of the following areas:

Cryptography

Post-quantum cryptography

Hardware (ASIC/FPGA) design (with HDL)

Cryptographic hardware design

Side-channel attacks and countermeasures

Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of German is preferred.

Please send your application by e-mail with relevant documents (i.e., CV and degree & work certificates, and if you have any, academic publications and references) only in PDF format as one file (email subject: Application-Secure_Intelligent_Systems Surname) to elif.kavun[AT]uni-passau.de by August 25, 2024.

We refer to our data protection information, available at https://www.uni-passau.de/en/university/current-vacancies/.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr.-Ing. Elif Bilge Kavun via the e-mail address elif.kavun[AT]uni-passau.de.

More information: https://www.uni-passau.de/en/university/current-vacancies/

Applications are invited for the position of Assistant Professor. We are looking for applicants with a strong research record in either cryptographic engineering or machine learning in cryptography. In particular, we are looking for candidates with experience in security evaluation of cryptographic hardware or hardware/software co-design for cryptography.

The position is within the Digital Security (DiS) section of the Institute for Computing and Information Science (iCIS). As an Assistant Professor you will be responsible for the development and coordination of security courses at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels. You will be expected to develop connections within our institute and Radboud University and beyond and contribute to administrative tasks and outreach activities. This position has a good balance between teaching, research and administration, giving the candidate time to write research proposals and further develop their research lines and career.

Profile:

Your expertise is in good synergy with the current expertise of the Digital Security group and is supported by publications at high-profile venues, invitations to scientific conferences, and/or research grants. You have good teaching skills and experience, a clear vision on teaching, and the willingness to teach a broad variety of Bachelor’s degree courses, as well as courses related to your research expertise in the Master’s programme in Cyber Security. You are a team player who is eager to collaborate with other academics and build bridges between different research areas within and outside DiS and Radboud University, and within and outside academia, nationally and internationally. You have good communication skills. You are interested, and preferably have experience, in security research for industry and real-world applications. You have the ability to successfully apply for external funding.

Deadline: September 15, 2014

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Lejla Batina

More information: https://www.ru.nl/en/working-at/job-opportunities/assistant-professor-of-digital-security-hardware-for-cryptography

The appointed candidate is expected to provide academic leadership by contributing to the planning, development, and implementation of strategies for continuous improvement in a new Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Cyber Security programme. Candidates can apply directly at: https://www.vtc.edu.hk/html/en/jobDetail.php?id=36796

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Dr KY Cheong

More information: https://www.vtc.edu.hk/html/en/jobDetail.php?id=36796

Lancaster University invites applications for one post of Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Computer Science to join at its exciting new campus in Leipzig, Germany. Located in one of Germany’s most vibrant, livable, and attractive cities, the Leipzig campus offers the same high academic quality and fully rounded student experience as in the UK, with a strong strategic vision of excellence in teaching, research, and engagement.

The position is to support the upcoming MSc programme in Cyber Security, and to complement the department’s current research strengths. You are expected to have solid research foundations and a strong commitment in teaching Cyber Security topics such as Cybercrime, Information System Risk Management, or Information System Security Management.

You should have a completed PhD degree and demonstrated capabilities in teaching, research, and engagement in the areas of Cyber Security. You should be able to deliver excellent teaching at graduate and undergraduate level, pursue your own independent research, and develop publications in high quality academic journals or conferences. You are expected to have a suitable research track record of targeting high quality journals or a record of equivalent high-quality research outputs.

Colleagues joining LU Leipzig’s computer science department will benefit from a very active research team, but will also have access to the research environment at the School of Computing and Communications in the UK. We offer a collegial and multidisciplinary environment with enormous potential for collaboration and work on challenging real-world problems especially.

German language skills are not a prerequisite for the role, though we are seeking applicants with an interest in making a long-term commitment to Lancaster University in Leipzig.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: For an informal discussion about these roles please contact,

• the Academic Dean: Prof Constantin Blome (c.blome@lancaster.ac.uk)
• the Head of Department: Dr Fabio Papacchini (f.papacchini@lancaster.ac.uk)

More information: https://hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=0850-24

We’re looking for a PhD student (4 years, full position) to work with us on the NWO project EPOCHAL (Extensions of POst-quantum CryptograpHy and ALgorithms). The last years have seen a lot of focus on building encryption systems and signature schemes that are secure against quantum attacks. This involves analyzing them in a security model where the attacker has a quantum computer. While the replacement schemes are not perfect fits in terms of speed or size, the community has reached some workable solutions. However, there is a lot of usage of public-key cryptography that goes beyond these core building blocks – many real-world solutions need to establish related public keys, which involves using the structure of elliptic curves, or to verify the validity of public keys. Currently deployed protocols often inherently use properties of the pre-quantum building blocks. For those, we do not (yet) have matching or sufficiently efficient replacements among systems that can resist attacks with quantum computers. The goal of this project is to develop exactly such solutions and to analyze their security. The PhD position is embedded in the Coding Theory and Cryptology group in the Discrete Mathematics (DM) cluster with Tanja Lange as main supervisor. We work closely with the Applied and Provable Security group (also part of DM) and Kathrin Hövelmanns is part of the project team. Please note that applications must be received via the TU/e application site https://jobs.tue.nl/en/vacancy/phd-on-postquantum-cryptography-1101449.html and the "APPLY NOW" button on that page. The page also has some general information about the employment conditions.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Tanja Lange

More information: https://jobs.tue.nl/en/vacancy/phd-on-postquantum-cryptography-1101449.html

We are looking for a candidate with proven scientific expertise in the field of Security & Privacy. The following areas are of particular interest:

• AI Safety and Security
• Privacy
• Cryptography
• Formal Methods for Security
• System Security
• Digital Identities
• Usable Security

The successful candidate will cover one of these fields or any other field in Security & Privacy that complements the existing strengths in the department. The professorship will be part of the Institute of Applied Information Processing and Communications, which is an internationally highly visible research environment with more than 60 researchers in information security. It has been active in this field for more than 30 years and performs research in the following four areas: Cryptology & Privacy, Formal Methods, System Security, and Secure Applications.

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, and will actively participate in academic self-administration. 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: Please send your application via this link:

https://jobs.tugraz.at/en/jobs/2ce67149-7069-cc79-2bdc-65b9f66b2c32/apply?preview=true

For further questions, please contact Stefan Mangard (stefan.mangard@iaik.tugraz.at).

More information: https://jobs.tugraz.at/de/jobs/c9dc1465-5885-6706-d049-6650453181d0

The Applied Security and Information Assurance (APSIA) research group invites applications from highly-motivated candidates holding a PhD with a strong track record to contribute to the research specialities, see topics below. The APSIA team of SnT is a dynamic research group, some 15 strong, conducting research on the design and analysis of crypto primitives and protocols, security-critical systems, information assurance, and privacy. Specialities of the group include quantum and post-quantum (quantum resistant) cryptography, secure voting systems. For further information you may check: www.uni.lu/snt-en/research-groups/apsia/

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Peter Y A Ryan

More information: http://emea3.mrted.ly/3q4lu

Do you want to be part of QuSoft, the world-leading centre for quantum software in Amsterdam? The University of Amsterdam (UvA) and the Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI) each have an opening for a tenure-track or tenured position in the area of quantum computing. We are seeking applications from both early-career researchers (as early as final year of PhD) and highly experienced researchers (comparable to associate or full professor level). Depending on the level of seniority, a tenure-track or a tenured position will be offered to you.

Both positions will be part of QuSoft, the Dutch research centre for quantum software, launched in 2015 to combine the quantum computing research of CWI and of the University of Amsterdam. QuSoft’s mission is to use the extraordinary properties of quantum mechanics, such as superposition, interference and entanglement, to develop new algorithms, communication protocols, and applications for small and medium-sized prototypes as well as larger quantum computers. QuSoft values diversity and inclusion, and improving the gender representation within QuSoft is an urgent concern. To this end, we will, among equally qualified candidates, prioritise applications from women researchers (including identifying as).

The positions are in the area of quantum computing, particularly in one or more of the following subareas:

• quantum algorithms,
• quantum complexity theory,
• quantum error-correction and fault-tolerance,
• quantum cryptography,
• quantum simulation of molecules and materials,
• quantum information theory.

  Closing date for applications:

  Contact: Stacey Jeffery

  More information: https://vacatures.uva.nl/UvA/job/QuSoft/800609602/

The Quantum Information (QI) and PolSys teams at LIP6, Sorbonne University, are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work on research topics at the intersection of modern, post-quantum, and quantum cryptography. The potential topics include, but are not limited to, secure quantum multi-party computation, Hybrid Authenticated Authenticated Key Exchange, ....

The post-doc will conduct research at the intersection of theoretical cryptography and practical experiments on a quantum optical testbed to demonstrate a practical quantum advantage in terms of security and/or efficiency for advanced quantum cryptographic protocols.

The post-doc will be jointly supervised by Alex B. Grilo (CNRS, Sorbonne University), Eleni Diamanti (CNRS, Sorbonne University), and Ludovic Perret (EPITA & Sorbonne University). The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in quantum cryptography or cryptography with a strong motivation to work at the intersection of these two domains. Programming skills are a plus.

The position is for 12 months, renewable for up to 24 months, with a flexible start date. It is offered in the framework of the QSNP project, a European Quantum Flagship project aiming to develop quantum cryptography technology.

The PolSys team has strong expertise in post-quantum-cryptography whilst the QI team is an interdisciplinary research group covering computer science, theoretical physics and experimental quantum optics. We are based in LIP6, Sorbonne Université, in central Paris, and are founding members of interdisciplinary centers the Quantum Information Centre Sorbonne and the Paris Centre for Quantum Technologies. We strive to promote equality, diversity, inclusion and tolerance.

Applicants should send their CV, and a cover letter and arrange for at least two references to be sent to the contact person given below. The deadline for applications is 30/09/2024.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Ludovic Perret

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/

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 rolando.trujillo@urv.cat

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: attilaayavuz@usf.edu
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 chris@dfns.co

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