International Association
for Cryptologic Research

The University of Manchester, ranked 34th globally (QS World University Rankings 2025), is making strategic investments in Computer Science. As part of this initiative, we invite applications for a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) or Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) position in the department of Computer Science, joining our Systems and Software Security (S3) Group.

About You: We seek an outstanding researcher specializing in areas such as post-quantum cryptography, quantum cryptography, cryptographic protocols, zero-knowledge proofs, or any other emerging fields in theoretical or applied cryptography. Applicants should have a strong publication record in venues like Crypto, Eurocrypt, TCC, STOC, FOCS, ACM CCS, or IEEE S&P, along with the ability to secure research funding and deliver impactful teaching.

Your Role: Conduct world-class research and publish in leading venues. Secure competitive research funding and mentor PhD students. Design and deliver innovative teaching in cryptography and computer science.

Why Manchester?
Permanent Positions: In the UK, these roles are tenured from the start, subject to probation.
Vibrant Environment: Be part of a diverse and collaborative research community with access to state-of-the-art resources.

Why Apply? This is a unique opportunity to advance your career at a globally respected institution in a thriving, inclusive academic environment. Manchester is a dynamic city offering rich opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: For informal enquiries contact Bernardo Magri (bernardo dot magri at manchester dot ac dot uk)

More information: https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=30869

The Department of Computer Science in the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science at Stevens Institute of Technology invites applications for two tenure-track and tenured positions at all ranks (assistant, associate, full). This year our priorities are in all aspects of cybersecurity (e.g., systems security, cryptography, privacy, security for AI) and artificial intelligence, which are areas we plan to grow aided by enthusiastic new faculty. Exceptional candidates in other areas may be considered. Endowed chairs are available for exceptional senior candidates.

Responsibilities: Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentorship at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, including working with students from underrepresented groups. Successful candidates will have the potential to develop an externally funded research program, supervise graduate students in research, and contribute to the highly interdisciplinary, collaborative, diverse, innovative, and entrepreneurial culture at Stevens.

Required Education and Experience: Applicants should have earned a Ph.D. in computer science or a related discipline. Candidates applying at the rank of Associate or Full should have a track record of success in scholarship, funded research, teaching, mentoring, and contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Samantha Kleinberg (skleinbe@stevens.edu)

More information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29135

The Department of Computer Science (CS) in the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science (SES) at Stevens Institute of Technology (Stevens) invites applications for non-tenure track, teaching faculty positions to begin in September 2025. The rank of the appointment will depend on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities: Successful candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate level. They are also expected to advise students, supervise them in research, and contribute to the intellectually vibrant, highly interdisciplinary, collaborative, diverse, innovative, and entrepreneurial culture at Stevens.

Required Education and Experience: Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in computer science or a related discipline. The department especially seeks candidates with a strong background in systems and security but will consider applications in all areas of computer science.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Sandeep Bhatt (Sandeep.Bhatt@stevens.edu)

More information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29085

The TU Wien Cybersecurity Center is excited to announce a public call for applicants to join a collaborative proposal effort for the 16th Vienna Research Groups for Young Investigators call 2025, titled “Transforming Science with AI/ML”. This prestigious opportunity is part of the WWTF’s Information and Communication Technologies programme and provides funding of up to €1.8 million per research group over six to eight years, with a goal to drive transformative AI/ML research.

Selected applicants will partner with us to develop and submit a joint proposal to the WWTF Funding Portal. This is a two-step selection process, with an initial evaluation at the Vienna Cybersecurity Center to assess the applicants’ suitability, followed by the formal proposal preparation for WWTF submission.

In a Nutshell: Successful candidates will receive a tenure-track position at TU Wien along with €1.8 million in personal funding to establish and lead their own research group. Up to three positions will be awarded, empowering selected young researchers to conduct groundbreaking AI/ML research that transforms their chosen discipline.

Potential Research Topics in IT Security with AI/ML Focus:

Applicants are encouraged to propose innovative ideas in IT security that align with the WWTF call’s focus on advancing AI/ML concepts and their transformative impact. Suggested topics include (selection!):

Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning Creating methods to enhance privacy in AI/ML, such as differential privacy or federated learning, applied to secure systems.

Cryptographic Protocols Enhanced by AI Leveraging AI/ML to optimize cryptographic protocols, potentially enhancing performance and security in encryption, authentication, or blockchain-based applications.

Application Materials:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- List of Publications
- 1-Page Outline of the Main Idea of the Proposal

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. Dr. Dominique Schröder

More information: https://cysec.wien/calls/call_wwtf_collaboration/

The John Hopcroft Center for Computer Science at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is seeking to fill several tenure-track positions in computer science at the rank of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor starting on a mutually agreed date. Faculty duties include research, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and supervision of student research. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in computer science or a related field by the start of employment.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in China, which enjoys a long history and a world-renowned reputation. The John Hopcroft Center for Computer Science at SJTU was established in January 2017 and is named after John Hopcroft, a Turing Award winner, Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The center is led by him as the director. The mission of the center is to create a relaxed and free international academic environment, recruit promising young scholars, and help them grow into world-class scholars in the field of computer science. For more information about our center, please visit our website at https://jhc.sjtu.edu.cn/.

Strong candidates in all areas will be considered with special consideration given (but not limited) to Cryptography and Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, Computer Architecture, Database, Operating System, Software Engineering etc. An internationally competitive package for salary and benefits will be offered by the Center. SJTU makes a great effort to provide a startup research grant.

Apply: To apply, please submit a curriculum vita (CV) to Prof. Haiming Jin at jhc@sjtu.edu.cn and Prof. YuYu at yyuu@sjtu.edu.cn. To ensure full consideration, please apply by June 30 2025, although applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. Haiming Jin at jhc@sjtu.edu.cn and Prof. YuYu at yyuu@sjtu.edu.cn

More information: https://jhc.sjtu.edu.cn/

Xiamen University Malaysia is now seeking highly motivated, committed and qualified individuals for academic teaching positions in computer science and cyber security.

Candidates in computer science and cyber security are welcome to apply. The ideal candidate is expected to be able to support general computing subjects, as well as cyber security specialization subjects. Applicants must possess their first (Bachelor's) degree in computing and PhD in a related discipline.

Applicants with specific teaching and research interests in one or more of the following areas from each group are encouraged to apply:

Cybersecurity

• Malware Analysis
• Cryptanalysis
• Biometrics
• Blockchain Technology
• Cyber Security Laws and Regulations

Computing

• Data Structure
• Design and Analysis of Algorithms
• Computer Networks and Communication
• Principles of Operating Systems
• Big Data Analytics

HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are invited to submit a digital application packet to: recruit_academic@xmu.edu.my and iftekhar.salam@xmu.edu.my

The subject line of your email must include: your name, relevant academic discipline, and the specific position for which you are applying for. All application packets must include the following attachments:

1. Your detailed and current CV with publication (*Asterisk to indicate corresponding author, include Indexing & Quartile);
2. Cover letter;
3. List of courses from the above that the candidate can support;
4. Evidence of academic qualifications (Bachelor, Master & PhD Certificate; Bachelor, Master & PhD Transcripts and Professional Certificates);
5. 3-5 Full-Text publications (if applicable);
6. Teaching evaluation (if applicable);
7. Two academic references (at least one of them is the applicant’s current/most recent employer).

The positions will remain open until filled, but priority will be given to applications received by 13 December 2024.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Iftekhar Salam

Oxford University’s Computer Science Department (together with St John's College at Oxford) is hiring a senior Professor in Computer Science. We are looking for somebody with a world-leading research reputation with broad academic leadership.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Head of Department, Professor Leslie Ann Goldberg (head-of-dept@cs.ox.ac.uk).

More information: https://my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecruit/erq_jobspec_details_form.jobspec?p_id=173846

We're on a mission to solve the foundational scientific and engineering problems that stand in the way of mainstream blockchain adoption. We're starting by focusing on the areas of interoperability, scalability, and usability. But we can't conquer this frontier alone, we're therefore on the hunt for brilliant minds to join us. We're primarily seeking senior engineers to join our team, though we have exciting opportunities across other roles as well. View our open positions at https://commonprefix.com/careers

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Dimitris Lamprinos (careers@commonprefix.com)

More information: https://commonprefix.com

We seek to hire a full-time postdoctoral researcher in the area of security and privacy.

The University offers:

• A 2.5-year contract at an exciting international environment.
• Generous travel funds.
• Possibility to co-supervise PhD students.

Your role:

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the PROVTOPIA project, which focuses on counteracting disinformation via Secure and Private Provenance Verification of Media Content. The candidate will work under the umbrella of the Crises research group (https://crises-deim.urv.cat/) and the direction of Dr. Rolando Trujillo. Candidates with experience in applied cryptography, threat modelling or formal verification are encouraged to apply.

Include in your application the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Research statement
• Contact information for 3 referees

Deadline for applications is 15 January 2025 . Early applications are highly encouraged, though, as they will be processed upon reception.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Dr. Rolando Trujillo (rolando.trujillo@urv.cat)

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

Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering is hiring new faculty members. The ideal candidate will have expertise in fields, such as but not limited to, hardware-accelerated computing, heterogeneous architectures, compiler technologies and code generation, or the co-design of software and hardware systems. The application closes on 29.12.2024. For more information, see https://www.aalto.fi/en/open-positions/professor-computer-engineering.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: For additional information about the position, please contact Professor Riku Jäntti at riku.jantti at aalto.fi. For questions related to the recruitment process, HR Partner Hanna Koli at hanna.koli at aalto.fi.

More information: https://www.aalto.fi/en/open-positions/professor-computer-engineering

CryptoNext Security develops post-quantum cryptography solutions to protect critical data from emerging quantum threats. We work with clients like banks, governments, and security institutions to secure the future of cybersecurity.

In this role, you will design and implement cryptographic algorithms in languages like C and Java, optimize them for embedded and IoT systems, and address side-channel attacks. You’ll develop and integrate protocols such as TLS and IPSEC using tools like OpenSSL and ensure the security and performance of our software through rigorous testing. Collaboration is key as you’ll work closely with the team to integrate CryptoNext solutions with HSMs, VPNs, and PKI.

We’re looking for someone with a strong background in cryptography, including public-key, and proficiency in programming languages like C or Java. Problem-solving and independence are essential, and fluency in French and English is required.

You’ll join a high-level R&D team, working on cutting-edge projects in a hybrid environment at our Paris office near Gare de Lyon.

Closing date for applications:

Contact:

Apply here: https://apply.workable.com/cryptonext-security/j/B1F279EA06/

More information: https://apply.workable.com/cryptonext-security/j/B1F279EA06/

We are seeking applicants for Ph.D. positions at Université de Montréal. The position is funded as part of the QUébec Ontario consoRtium on quantUM protocols (QUORUM). As a member of of the Consortium, candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate with Canada's foremost experts in cryptography and quantum information. Candidates will have the opportunity to undertake high-quality research in one of the following topics:

• Design of new quantum cryptographic protocols
• Security of classical cryptography against quantum adversaries
• Cryptography based on the hardness of keeping qubits in quantum superposition
• Quantum zero-knowledge proof systems
• Quantum multiparty secure computation
• Quantum money

The ideal applicant will have a strong background in theoretical computer science and mathematics, knowledge of cryptography and/or quantum information, and strong written and oral communication skills. A prior research experience is also desirable.

Université de Montréal is a French speaking institution. Fluency in French is an asset, but all are welcome to apply. Information on the Ph.D. program can be found here: https://diro.umontreal.ca/english/programs/graduate-programs/phd-in-computer-science

Possible start dates are the Summer or Fall 2025 semesters. To apply, send your resume, course transcript and any other relevant documents to philippe.lamontagne.1@umontreal.ca by December 31st, 2024.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Philippe Lamontagne (philippe.lamontagne.1@umontreal.ca)

More information: https://diro.umontreal.ca/english/programs/graduate-programs/phd-in-computer-science

CryptoLUX team at the University of Luxembourg searches for a post-doc to work on the PQseal project about cryptanalysis of post-quantum signatures. The duration of the position is 1.5 years (18 months), with planned start in Q1 2025. The postdoc will work closely with Aleksei Udovenko who leads the project funded by the highly competitive FNR's CORE Junior grant.

The candidate should have obtained or going to soon obtain the PhD. The research profile includes (any) cryptanalysis and/or equation system solving (e.g., Gröbner bases), parallel computing. Preference would be given to applicants with experience in multivariate and/or code-based cryptosystems and cryptanalysis methods, familiarity with computer algebra (SageMath, Magma).

The prospective candidates should send their CV with a list of publications to aleksei.udovenko at uni.lu (same address can be used for any questions related to the position). Deadline for applications is 15th of December 2024, but applications will be considered upon receipt, so early application is encouraged.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Aleksei Udovenko (aleksei.udovenko at uni.lu)

The successful candidate will contribute to the formal security specification, design and software implementation 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 of such a system. The successful candidate will in particular focus on optimizing the already developed cryptographic protocols and implement them focusing on a specific use case. The majority of the work will be related to the optimization and implementation of a cryptographic protocol for which we have already developed a high level specification. In this the successful candidate will be supported by members of the School of Informatics. The candidate will also be supported by members of the Business School to familiarize themselves with the concepts of Open Finance. The project is funded by Input-Output Global.

The post is full-time, available immediately for 12 months.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Ph.D. (or near completion) in cryptography or related fields
• Experience in implementing cryptographic algorithms, and writing software for security-related applications
• Track record of strong publications
• Strong experience in provable security, and in the design of cryptographic protocols

The following criteria are not yes/no factors, but questions of degree. Recruitment will aim at selecting those candidates with the best possible performance in all these criteria.

• Experience in research in one or more of the following areas: secure multi-party computation, zero-knowledge proofs, blockchain, functional encryption, fully-homomorphic encryption, and distributed algorithms.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly, orally, and in writing.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Michele Ciampi michele.ciampi at ed.ac.uk
Raffaella Calabrese, raffaella calabrese at ed.ac.uk

More information: https://elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/11582

Aarhus University - an international top-100 University - has made an ambitious strategic investment in recruitment to expand the Department of Computer Science. We expect to hire four candidates in 2025. Therefore, the department invites applications from candidates in computer science that are driven by excellence in research and teaching as well as external collaboration on societal challenges. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to and shape the research and teaching as well as the industrial and societal collaboration associated with the department expansion. The department has world-class research groups within "Algorithms, Data Structures and Foundations of Machine Learning", “Data-Intensive Systems", "Cryptography and Cyber Security", "Computational Complexity and Game Theory", "Logic and Semantics", "Ubiquitous Computing and Interaction", “Collaboration and Computer-Human Interaction", and "Programming Languages”. We encourage applicants to strengthen the above groups. Additionally, we wish to expand competencies within topics like Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence, NLP/Large Language Models, Quantum Computing, Quantum Cryptography, Economics and Computation, Tangible/Physical Computing, Systems and Networks, and Software Engineering. We are looking for both tenure-track Assistant professors and Associate professors, and we generally encourage candidates within all areas of Computer Science – not restricted to the above – to apply. As department we wish to build a computer science research and study environment with equality and diversity as a core value for recruitment as well as for daily study and work life. If you have visions for or experience with activities or initiatives to support such a core value in a computer science context, we encourage you to describe them in your application. The positions are open from June 2025.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Kaj Grønbæk, Head of Department, Professor, kgronbak@cs.au.dk

More information: https://cs.au.dk/about-us/vacancies/job/aarhus-university-is-hiring-assistant-and-associate-professors-to-contribute-to-the-future-of-the-department-of-computer-science-3

Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the position of Project Manager (Post-Doc) in a MeitY - funded research project with the following details:

Title of the Project FinTeQ - Quantum-Safe Financial Transaction Framework

For other details about the research group please visit - http://de.ci.phe.red and http://dhimans.in

Name of the position: Project Manager

Number of Positions: 1

Essential qualifications: PhD or ME/ MTech with a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, or BE/ BTech with a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience UG/PG degrees should be in Computer Science/IT/ECE or other relevant disciplines.

Desirable: The candidate should have adequate knowledge and experience in mobile software development, particularly Android and iOS development, familiarity with concepts of Cryptography and secure software design, strong team management and leadership skills, experience in coordinating cross-functional teams, ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Age limit: 50 years

Monthly Salary: INR 80,000/- (Indian Rupees Eighty Thousand)

Duration: 5 Months (Extendable based on performance)

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Principal Investigator:
Dr. Dhiman Saha
Assistant Professor
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
IIT Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, INDIA - 491002
Email - dhiman@iitbhilai.ac.in

More information: https://iitbhilai.ac.in/index.php?pid=adv_oct24_30_1

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:

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

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 (ivan.pryvalov@b-tu.de)

PhD Studentship in Security for Smart Manufacturing and Digital Twin
(University of Sheffield, UK)

Are you ready to explore the forefront of securing smart manufacturing systems and digital twins? Join the University of Sheffield's research team through a 3.5-year PhD studentship focused on enhancing security within advanced manufacturing environments, specifically in applications involving digital twins and robotic arms.

Project Overview:
This project addresses critical security challenges within smart manufacturing environments, focusing on the protection and resilience of digital twin frameworks. The research aims to fortify systems against cyber threats to ensure safe, secure, and efficient operation in industrial settings. Key areas of study include vulnerability analysis, digital twin security, and developing defence mechanisms to protect interconnected manufacturing components, including robotic arms.

Research Themes Include:

• Identifying and analysing vulnerabilities in digital twins and robotic arm systems
• Designing robust digital twin models with enhanced resistance to cyber threats
• Implementing advanced security protocols for smart manufacturing infrastructure
• Collaborating with industry partners to establish new security standards for digital twin and robotic systems

Position Details:

• Starting Date: Flexible, with preferred start dates in January 2025 or September 2025.
• Location: Department of Computer Science, University of Sheffield, UK.
• Duration: 3 years and 6 months

Candidate Requirements:
The ideal candidate should have an excellent academic track record at both Bachelor’s and Master’s levels and a strong background in research, demonstrated by relevant publications. This opportunity is available for UK home students only.

Note: Only UK-based candidates are eligible to apply.

Closing date for applications:

Contact:

Application Process:
To apply, please send your CV, research statement, letter of motivation, and academic transcripts to aryan.pasikhani@sheffield.ac.uk. Be sure to include [PhD-SmartMfgSec] in the subject line

More information: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/aryanphd_phdopportunity-smartmanufacturing-digitaltwin-activity-7257849433168470016-AsDw?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

At the Centre for Cyber Security and Privacy at the University of Birmingham, we are looking for a PhD student in low-level security topics, for example confidential computing, embedded & firmware security, GPU security, side channels, and/or mobile network security.

Studentship: The studentship covers a stipend and tuition fees based on home student rates. The stipend provides an annual maintenance allowance of £19,237. The allowance is paid as a (usually) tax-free stipend and its rate is usually incremented on 1 October each following year.

We provide personal laptops and travel funding to attend conferences (subject to prior approval) and one summer school (or equivalent). Students will also be given the chance to participate in teaching activities, including creating and grading exercises as well as conducting laboratory and tutorial sessions, which are compensated separately.

Eligibility: Candidates from most countries are welcome to apply. Candidates should have a good background in system-level programming (e.g. using C, C++, Assembly, and/or Rust) and/or embedded systems/hardware. We also expect a first-class UG or PG degree in a relevant subject (e.g. computer science or electrical engineering).

Apply: Applications are accepted until 5 Dec 2024, see https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/computer-science/postgraduate-research/applying-for-phd-in-computer-science.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Feel free to informally discuss with David Oswald (d.f.oswald (at) bham.ac.uk) and Marius Münch (m.muench (at) bham.ac.uk) before putting in a full application.

More information: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/computer-science/postgraduate-research/applying-for-phd-in-computer-science

Oxford University’s Computer Science Department is hiring four new faculty members. Most of the positions are open to all areas of computer science. The closing date for the Associate Professor and Professor of Computer Science positions is 12 noon on 18 December 2024. There is also a Chair in Computer Science and a joint faculty position with philosophy in AI ethics. For more information, see here: https://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/aboutus/vacancies/vacancy-faculty-hiring.html

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Jo Francis, Computer Science Department, Oxford Univeristy.

More information: https://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/aboutus/vacancies/vacancy-faculty-hiring.html