International Association
for Cryptologic Research

The Faculty of Sciences of the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) invites applications for a full-time academic position in Computer Science to begin October 1st, 2025. All areas of Computer Science, including Cryptography, will be considered.

ULB and the Computer Science Department is strongly committed to improving gender equality. Therefore, a proactive attitude to supporting and encouraging underrepresented groups, particularly women in Computer Science, will be one of the criteria for appointment. To combat the under-representation of women in STEM disciplines, the University will ensure that a minimum of 30% of women with the required qualifications are on the shortlist. Additionally, other criteria being equal, the appointment will be given to a woman. The scheme also includes awareness raising of unconscious biases among members of selection boards.

The Computer Science Department of ULB is a leading research and dynamic education center. Located in the capital of Europe, it offers a wide range of funding and research opportunities. Brussels is a cosmopolitan city with an excellent quality of life and easy access to all major cities in Europe.

The position involves both teaching and research and some commitment to administrative tasks.

For candidates not fluent in French, a temporary period of teaching in English shall be granted.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Professor John Jacono (E-mail: presidence.DI@ulb.be), Head of the Computer Science Department.

Applicants with expertise in Cryptography and related areas are also welcome to contact Christophe Petit at christophe.petit@ulb.be

More information: https://www.ulb.be/fr/vacances-d-emplois-academiques-et-scientifiques/faculte-des-sciences

Funded PhD position for Fall 2025 on Cryptographic Engineering and Hardware Security. Contact only if you already have a Bachelor's and Master's in Computer Engineering or Computer Science with hardware background.

This is an urgent call for interested applicants. A funded Ph.D. student position is available for Fall 2025 (priority deadline Jan. 15, 2025 while you may submit after that too) to work on different aspects of Cryptographic Engineering in the CSE department with Dr. Mehran Mozaffari Kermani.

We are looking for motivated, talented, and hardworking applicants who have background and are interested in working on different aspects of Cryptographic Engineering with emphasis on hardware/software implementation, and side-channel attacks.

Please send email me your updated CV (including list of publications, language test marks, and references), transcripts for B.Sc. and M.Sc., and a statement of interest to: mehran2 (at) usf.edu as soon as possible.

Research Webpage: https://cse.usf.edu/~mehran2/

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Mehran Mozaffari Kermani

one-year research grant to be carried out under the research project: Logical Methods and Formal Verification of Post-Quantum Cryptographic Algorithms Funding Source: Laboratory of Cryptography and Cybersecurity Duration: One year (with the possibility of extension for an additional year) Application Deadline: January 10, 2025 Research Areas: Cryptography, Algebra, Computer Science, Mathematical Logic. Bando di concorso Rep. 24_Prot. 2068/2024 (https://bit.ly/3BDCCo2)

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof. Marco Pedicini Department of Mathematics and Physics Roma Tre University Via della Vasca Navale 84 I-00146 Roma (Italy) Email: marco.pedicini@uniroma3.it Website: http://www.mat.uniroma3.it/users/pedicini

More information: https://matematicafisica.uniroma3.it/dipartimento/bandi-e-concorsi/bandi-per-assegni-di-ricerca/

At the Institute of Logic and Computation of TU Wien, in the Research Unit of Privacy Enhancing Technologies at TU Wien is offering a 20 hours/week position as project manager (all genders) immediatly.

Tasks:
Management of large-scale scientific research projects in the field of privacy enhancing technologies (support during the application phase, communication with students and researchers, contact with funding agencies, etc.) Project management, i.e. supporting the head of research unit in economic and administrative matters, taking control in the event of significant deviations from the project plan Active support in planning and coordinating project resources (personnel, milestones, deadlines, tasks, etc.) Independent and autonomous organization of activities (organizing events and scientific events [conferences, retreats, schools, etc.]) Support in general administrative matters, such as in hiring employees and accounting of travel expenses

Your profile: University degree (Master's or higher), ideally in computer science, or equivalent professional experience Experience in project management at universities or research institutions Experience in planning and conducting international conferences Fluent in German Very good knowledge of English Very good knowledge of Apple Systems (OS X, iOS, pages, numbers) Knowledge in MS Office Knowledge of LaTeX is desirable Experience in using SAP is desirable Analytical skills, organisation and planning, time management, innovation, project management, IT skills Accuracy, reliability, ability to learn Ability to work in a team, communication skills Decision-making skills, strategic thinking

Apply online at: https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/244800

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dominique Schröder

More information: https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/244800

The Division of Mathematical Sciences in the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences at NTU 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.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Prof Wang Huaxiong: hxwang@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

TU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. The Research Unit of Privacy Enhancing Technologies at TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant post-doc (all genders) limited to expected 6 years for 40 hours/week. Expected start: January 2025 but negotiable.

Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):
-Privacy preserving cryptocurrencies
-Efficient proof systems such as (non-interactive) zero-knowledge, SNARKs, etc.
-Cryptographic protocols
-Functional encryption
-Fully homomorphic encryption
-Information-theoretic approaches such as differential privacy

Your profile:
-Completion of an excellent doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related field
-Strong background in cryptography, privacy-preserving mechanisms, or data security
-In-depth knowledge and experience in at least one subject area: secure computation, differential privacy, anonymous communication systems, privacy-preserving machine learning, cryptocurrencies, cryptographic protocols, identity management, homomorphic encryption, or zero-knowledge proofs
- An outstanding publication record in top conferences, e.g., CCS, Crypto, Eurocrypt, Usenix Security, NDSS, EEE S&P,...

Salary: Entry level salary is determined by the pay grade B1 of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 4,932.90/month gross, 14 times/year for 40 hours/week.

Deadline: January 9th, 2025.

Application only via: https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/245103

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Univ. Prof. Dr. Dominique Schröder

More information: https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/245103

The University of Klagenfurt is pleased to announce the following open position at the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, at the Faculty of Technical Sciences.

Assistant Professor (postdoc), non-tenure track (limited to 6 years)

Responsibilities:

• Independent research with the aim of habilitation, with a specific emphasis on research in cybersecurity such as cryptography, side-channel analysis, efficient implementation, high-assurance software
• Independent delivery of courses using established and innovative methods (e.g. digital teaching)
• Participation in the research and teaching projects run by the organisational unit
• Supervision of students
• Participation in organisational and administrative tasks and in quality assurance measures
• Contribution to expanding the international scientific and cultural contacts of the organisational unit
• Participation in public relations activities

Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in computer science or a related field, completed at a domestic or foreign higher education institution.
• Strong background and practical experience in one or more of the following fields: cryptography, side-channel analysis, efficient implementation, high-assurance software
• Proven academic track record via accepted papers in a reputable cybersecurity venue or in venues (journals) of a comparable standing in the areas of cybersecurity
• Solid communication and dissemination skills
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken)

Application deadline: 22nd January 2025

For more information and how to apply, please visit: https://jobs.aau.at/en/job/12-2/

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Chitchanok Chuengsatiansup (chitchanok.chuengsatiansup@aau.at)

More information: https://jobs.aau.at/en/job/12-2/

The University of Klagenfurt invites applications for PhD positions at the Digital Age Research Center and at the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity (Faculty of Technical Sciences).

Responsibilities:

• Autonomous scientific work including the publication of research articles in the field of cybersecurity, with a specific emphasis on cryptography, side-channel analysis, efficient implementation, high-assurance software and related areas
• Independent teaching and assessment
• Contribution to organisational and administrative tasks
• Participation in public relations activities

Requirements:

• Master’s degree at a domestic or foreign higher education institution in computer science or a related field
• Strong background and practical experience in one or more of the following fields: cryptography, side-channel analysis, efficient implementation, high-assurance software
• Solid communication and dissemination skills
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken)

Application deadline: 29th January 2025

For more information and how to apply, please visit: https://jobs.aau.at/job/university-assistant-predoctoral-all-genders-welcome-13/

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Chitchanok Chuengsatiansup (chitchanok.chuengsatiansup@aau.at)

More information: https://jobs.aau.at/job/university-assistant-predoctoral-all-genders-welcome-13/

The Institute of Cybersecurity and Cryptology at the University of Wollongong (Australia) is recruiting two PhD students to carry out cutting-edge research in privacy-preserving post-quantum cryptography. The positions are fully funded for up to 4 years. Applicants are expected to have a strong background in computer science, cryptography and mathematics, as well as proficiency in English. Applications will be processed continuously until the positions are filled.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Applications (CV, transcripts, contacts for references) can be emailed to Dr Khoa Nguyen (khoa@uow.edu.au).

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science - Institute of Computer Science 2 Positions for Research Associates (m/f/d) with 100% full-time employment limited until 31.07.2027 Salary Group 13 TV-L FU Reference: WiMi EASEPROFIT Responsibilities: Collaboration in the EASEPROFIT joint project with academic and industry partners from the financial sector. The work involves the development of innovative post-quantum cryptography and security protocols for the "typical" financial transactions between banks and customers over the internet. Further information can be found at http://www.mi.fu-berlin.de/en/inf/groups/ag-comm/index.html. Requirements: Applicants must have completed a scientific degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field. The position can be designed as either a PhD position or a postdoctoral position (for candidates with an existing doctorate). (Professional) Experience: Knowledge of mathematical cryptography and experience with security protocols are required. Additional knowledge in post-quantum cryptography or cryptographic protocols in the financial sector is an advantage.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Please send your application until 31.12.2024 with relevant documents in PDF format (preferably as a single file) electronically by email, including the reference number, to g.wunder@fu-berlin.de (cc: stefanie.bahe@fu-berlin.de).

More information: https://www.fu-berlin.de/universitaet/beruf-karriere/jobs/wiss/19_fb-mathematik-und-informatik/MI-WiMi-EASEPROFIT.html

The Theory of Computer Science Group from the Informatics Institute of the University of Amsterdam is seeking a PhD student to carry out cutting-edge research in cryptography, with an expected focus on Secure Multi-Party Computation. This position is funded by the NWO Gravitation project “Challenges in Cyber Security”, a collaboration with partners from TU Eindhoven, Radboud University, CWI and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.

For more information and to apply, please visit https://werkenbij.uva.nl/en/vacancies/phd-position-in-secure-multi-party-computation-netherlands-13605. The closing date for the applications is 15 April 2025 (for full consideration, you are encouraged to apply on or before 15 March 2025).

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Divya Ravi (d.ravi@uva.nl)

More information: https://werkenbij.uva.nl/en/vacancies/phd-position-in-secure-multi-party-computation-netherlands-13605

Multiple Tenure Track and Tenured Faculty Positions Available at USF. Job IDs: 38362 38363 38364

Closing date for applications:

Contact: See the advertisement for the details.

More information: https://www.usf.edu/work-at-usf/careers/

The CSE Department at UC Santa Cruz invites applications for PhD students and postdocs in applied cryptography, security/privacy, private computation, metadata-private communication, and secure databases/systems. Candidates should have background or interest in one or more of the following areas: applied cryptography, searchable encryption, secure databases/systems, oblivious and multi-party computation, hardware enclaves, computer/cloud security, side-channel/leakage-abuse attacks/defenses, and anonymous communication (including traffic-analysis resistance).

My group’s focus is on bridging the security/efficiency gap between cryptography/security and real-world systems/databases. We conduct our research and publish our findings in top-tier venues in security (e.g., USENIX Security, IEEE Security & Privacy, CCS, NDSS), cryptography (e.g., CRYPTO, Eurocrypt), and systems/databases (e.g., SIGMOD, VLDB, SOSP). Our research mission is to develop cryptographic solutions and real systems that are simultaneously practical, efficient, and provably secure. You can review my recent publications on my website: https://idemertzis.com .

(1) PhD applicants should hold a BS/MS in computer science, electrical and computer engineering, information security, mathematics, or a related field, with strong analytical, mathematical, coding, and software engineering skills. Interested candidates should email me their CV, a brief summary of research experience and interests, and a personal website link (if available).
Please submit your application here: https://grad.soe.ucsc.edu/admissions​ (Computer Science & Engineering→ Apply to PhD) and mention my name in your application.

(2) Post-doctoral applicants please email me your CV and your research statement (if available).

Closing Date for Application: December 20, 2024

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Ioannis Demertzis (idemertz@ucsc.edu)

The Research Unit of Privacy Enhanced Technologies at TU Wien is offering a 40 hours/week position as university assistant (prae-doc) limited to expected 4 years. **PhD position in Privacy-Enhancing Technologies at the Vienna University of Technology**.

The TU Wien, Austria's leading institution for technology and science, invites applications for a PhD position in Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PET). Our research spans cryptographic protocols, zero-knowledge proof systems, information-theoretic approaches such as differential privacy, and challenges in distributed settings, including privacy-preserving cryptocurrencies. We aim to advance both fundamental theory and practical solutions with real-world impact.

Your profile:

• Academic Excellence: Outstanding Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a closely related field.
• Problem-Solving Passion: Enthusiastic about tackling challenging and complex problems.
• Curiosity: Eager to learn and grow in a dynamic research environment.
• Team Spirit: Positive thinker with a supportive and collaborative mindset.
• Research Experience: Prior experience in privacy, cryptography, or distributed systems is an advantage but not required.
• Communication: Proficient in written and spoken English for effective collaboration and dissemination of research.
• Independent Thinking: Capable of working autonomously while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
• Innovative Mindset: Open to exploring novel approaches and solutions in privacy-enhancing technologies.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted over the TU Wien here https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/244516"> More information: https://www.pets.wien

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Univ. Prof. Dr. Dominique Schröder

More information: https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Job/244516

We are looking for a motivated PhD student to work on Post-quantum cryptography for Cloud Computing. The position is fully funded with 3.5-year duration and the starting date is negotiable. The applicant should have a solid background in Computer Science, Mathematics, or relevant fields. If interested, please send your CV and transcripts to us.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Willy Susilo (wsusilo@uow.edu.au) and Dung Hoang Duong (hduong@uow.edu.au)

We are looking for

a candidate with internationally outstanding qualification in an early career phase with promising potential (W2 Tenure Track) or

an experienced candidate with an outstanding scientific track record and international visibility (W3)

to represent the field of "Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence" in both research and teaching. The scientific focus of the position should be on application-oriented aspects of cybersecurity with strong references to machine learning and other artificial intelligence techniques, e.g.:

Safeguarding AI processes and systems against cyberattacks;

Analysis and defense against cyberattacks and attack methods that specifically exploit AI;

Applying AI techniques to detect and analyze cyberattacks and to improve cybersecurity;

Methods of AI, esp. machine learning with special security and privacy properties.

For more information on the structure of the professorship and the opportunity to apply, please refer to the full advertisement on the TU Darmstadt website.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: For further information or questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Michael Waidner (professor of TU Darmstadt and CEO of ATHENE): michael.waidner@tu-darmstadt.de

More information: https://www.tu-darmstadt.de/universitaet/karriere_an_der_tu/stellenangebote/aktuelle_stellenangebote/stellenausschreibungen_detailansichten_1_572736.en.jsp

We are looking for

a candidate with internationally outstanding qualification in an early career phase with promising potential (W2 Tenure Track) or

an experienced candidate with an outstanding scientific track record and international visibility (W3)

to represent the field of "Applied Cybersecurity" in both research and teaching.

The scientific focus of the position should be on application-oriented aspects of cybersecurity, e.g.:

User-centric security, combination of usability and security/privacy;

Business aspects of IT security, security management, risk and compliance management, certification of security properties;

Enterprise security, i.e., security from the perspective of a company, a data center, an IT service provider, etc.;

Identity management, privacy management, secure digital identities, privacy-friendly technologies;

Security from and through methods of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analysis.

For more information on the structure of the professorship and the opportunity to apply, please refer to the full advertisement on the TU Darmstadt website.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: For further information or questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Michael Waidner (professor of TU Darmstadt and CEO of ATHENE): michael.waidner@tu-darmstadt.de

More information: https://www.tu-darmstadt.de/universitaet/karriere_an_der_tu/stellenangebote/aktuelle_stellenangebote/stellenausschreibungen_detailansichten_1_572672.en.jsp

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

• 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 ongoing / upcoming externally funded projects across the domains of secure multi-party computation and advanced post-quantum secure encryption, and can work closely 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 (~58k to 74k EUR p.a. depending on qualifications and experience). Initial contracts are for 1.5 - 2 years.

Requirements:

• Master's degree (or equivalent) or PhD in Mathematics, Cryptography, or Computer Science with excellent grades
• Solid knowledge and demonstrable experience in any of the aforementioned research areas
• 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)
• Eligible candidates must hold a working permit for the EU.

Applications will be processed continuously until the positions are filled.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Applications (cover letter, CV, transcripts, contacts for references) can be emailed to Prof. Mark Manulis (mark.manulis AT unibw.de).

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

The Cryptography and Cybersecurity (C2) team at Télécom Paris is looking for an intern in Code-based Cryptography. The objective of the internship would be to design and analyze a post-quantum threshold signature scheme relying on code-based assumptions.

The internship may be followed by a PhD position.

For more information, please visit https://tinyurl.com/2smd2665

Closing date for applications:

Contact: victor[dot]dyseryn[at]telecom-paris[dot]fr

More information: https://victordyseryn.github.io/files/2025_M2_internship_Telecom_Paris_Threshold_Signature_Codes.pdf