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03 December 2019
Technical University Berlin
Job PostingWorking Field:
- Research in quantum computing and cryptography
- Design of novel cryptographic and delegated quantum computation protocols
- Implementation of protocols on simulation platforms or remote quantum processors
- Collaboration with experimental groups
Requirements:
- Successfully completed university studies (master, diploma or equivalent) in the field of computer science or physics
- Good knowledge of cryptography, algorithms and complexity
- Desired knowledge of quantum mechanics, quantum cryptography, graph theory, information theory, error correction
- Experience in Python
- Knowledge of LaTeX
- Willingness to travel abroad for workshops and conferences
- Fluent English, spoken and written, knowledge of the German language is desired
- Teamwork
The PhD candidate will be part of the Institute for Software and Theoretical Computer Science, and closely affiliated to the Chair of Security in Telecommunications, where relevant research is conducted on hardware security, quantum computation and quantum machine learning. Berlin is a very vibrant city, culturally and scientifically, and the PhD candidate will profit from the group's involvement in several projects and collaborations, both national and international.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Anna Pappa (annapappa@gmail.com)
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Job PostingClosing date for applications:
Contact: Berk Sunar
More information: https://tinyurl.com/y576fdx7
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Job PostingClosing date for applications:
Contact: Chaoping Xing
Web3 Foundation
Job PostingThe Web3 Foundation nurtures and stewards technologies and applications for a privacy preserving and decentralised web. We work on a range of cryptographic and consensus protocols that have emerged as crucial building blocks of decentralized systems in general, and the Web3 ecosystem in particular. We are the opposite of a big data company. We conduct cutting-edge research that is both theoretically exciting and expected to have a dramatic real world impact by helping to replace centralised infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Set the research agenda in alignment with development collaborators
- Ensure alignment and productivity of the research team members
- Keep an overview of research topics and participate in research when needed
- Initiate and manage research collaborations
- Manage composition of the research team including identifying hiring needs
- Coordinate efforts to deliver high quality research papers along with good internal documentation
- Represent the Web3 Foundation at conferences and share technical information with the community
Requirements
- Postdoc or professor level experience in Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent background
- Experience contributing to research communities that require mathematical rigor, preferably including proofs of security and correctness
- Experience designing cryptographic protocols or distributed algorithms
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A plus
- Demonstrated innovation in cryptography or distributed algorithms
- Experience with blockchain technology
- Experience mentoring, creating technical documentation or blog posts
- Experience and proficiency in programming, especially in Rust or related languages, e.g. C, C++, OCaml, Haskell, or JavaScript
- Demonstrated ability to set and execute a research agenda
- Experience developing research collaborations and managing contractors
To apply to this position, please click on the link provided and submit
Closing date for applications:
Contact: François-Ferdinand Bozso Recruitment join@web3.foundation
More information: https://web3.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=44
Web3 Foundation
Job PostingThe Web3 Foundation nurtures and stewards technologies and applications for a privacy preserving and decentralized web. We work on a range of cryptographic and consensus protocols that have emerged as crucial building blocks of decentralized systems in general, and the Web3 ecosystem in particular. We are the opposite of a big data company.We conduct cutting-edge research that is both theoretically exciting and expected to have a dramatic real world impact by helping to replace centralised infrastructure.
Requirements
You should have a PhD in an area closely related to mathematical economics or macroeconomics, or equivalent background. In addition to excellent written and verbal communication skills, the candidate should have experience in the following areas:
- Mathematical modeling of complex systems.
- Experience in rigorous economic analysis, i.e. computer simulations, ideally of markets or customer behaviors.
- Collaborations in research teams that require mathematical rigor.
Plus to have:
- Background in quantitative analysis and derivatives modeling.
- Background in game theory.
Role
- Build simulations of a complex decentralized system, and use real-life data to model its interaction with markets and users.
- Design macroeconomic indicators for the system, and create automated regulatory mechanisms.
- Provide continued economic advice.
- Maintain clear technical documentation, and execute a research agenda.
- Collaborate and produce publications within a multi-disciplinary research team.
To apply to this position, please click on the link provided and submit your CV and a cover letter.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: François-Ferdinand Bozso Recruitment join@web3.foundation
More information: https://web3.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=68
Web3 Foundation
Job PostingThe Web3 Foundation nurtures and stewards technologies and applications for a privacy preserving and decentralized web. We work on a range of cryptographic and consensus protocols that have emerged as crucial building blocks of decentralized systems in general, and the Web3 ecosystem in particular. We are the opposite of a big data company. We conduct cutting-edge research that is both theoretically exciting and expected to have a dramatic real world impact by helping to replace centralised infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Deliver formal proofs of security guarantees and correctness
- Conduct innovative research into new distributed algorithms and cryptographic protocols
- Remain pragmatic through evaluation of alternatives and optimisations
- Work with and consult development teams to support the implementation of research results
- Deliver quality research papers along with good internal documentation
- Represent the Web3 Foundation at conferences and share technical information with the community
Requirements
- PhD or Masters degree in Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent background
- Experience contributing to research communities that require mathematical rigor, preferably including proofs of security and correctness
- Experience designing cryptographic protocols or distributed algorithms
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A Plus
- Demonstrated innovation in cryptography or distributed algorithms
- Experience with blockchain technology
- Experience mentoring or creating technical documentation or blog posts
- Experience and proficiency in programming, especially in Rust or related languages, e.g., C, C++, OCaml, Haskell, or JavaScript
- Demonstrated ability to set and execute a research agenda
- Experience developing research collaborations and managing contractors
To apply to this position, please click on the link provided and submit y
Closing date for applications:
Contact: François-Ferdinand Bozso Recruitment join@web3.foundation
More information: https://web3.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=29
CISPA − Helmholtz Center for Information Security
Job PostingProject Description: Modern computing devices involve a wealth of features like hardware caches and speculative execution that, while invisible to system-software executing on the platform, can affect their behavior in many aspects. Designing a system-software that can securely interact with the underlying hardware and fully exploit its capabilities is a challenging task within the computer security. This is the goal we set ourselves in this project. Our approach is to combine system-level solutions with rigorous analysis techniques to identify vulnerabilities and develop countermeasures and prototypes with provable security guarantees.
What we offer:
Closing date for applications:
Contact:
More information: https://jobs.cispa.saarland/jobs/detail/phd-positions-in-system-security-and-formal-methods-28
Duality Technologies, Metro NYC
Job PostingDuality Technologies is an established funded developing encrypted computing technologies built on lattice-based homomorphic encryption. Our co-founders are experienced technology professionals including MIT professors, a Turing award winner, an experienced entrepreneur, members of the DARPA community and former technical leadership at RSA.
Duality Technologies is hiring a senior C++ engineer who has interest in developing advanced encrypted computing technologies. 10+ years professional C++ experience is critical. The ideal candidate will be able to lead software engineering activities and aid the technical mentorship.
Experience with homomorphic encryption, lattice crypto, secure multi-party computation and related techniques is useful, but not critical. The candidate is expected to work primarily from our office in Newark NJ. Occasional travel to other offices in Boston MA or Tel Aviv Israel is expected.
Pay will be commensurate with experience.
Duality Technologies is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled/LGBT
Requirements:
- 10+ years professional C++ software engineering experience.
- Experience with modern encrypted computing technologies.
- An ability and willingness to work on a team.
Desired Skills:
- Experience with homomorphic encryption, lattice cryptography, secure multiparty computation or other encrypted computing technologies.
- Experience implementing lattice cryptography in software or hardware.
- Familiarity with C, Java, Python or hardware acceleration.
For more information or to apply, please send an inquiry email to jobs@duality.cloud.
https://www.duality.cloud
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Kurt Rohloff (CTO), krohloff@duality.cloud
More information: https://www.duality.cloud
Duality Technologies
Job PostingDuality Technologies is a technology startup commercializing encrypted computing technologies, such as homomorphic encryption. Duality Technologies is a technology startup commercializing encrypted computing technologies, such as homomorphic encryption.
Duality is hiring a scientist / post-doc to aid in developing and applying encrypted computing technologies. Implementation or prototyping experience is important. The ideal candidate is a team player who is looking to grow with the company.
Typical responsibilities include designing and implementing efficient solutions to our customers’ emerging encrypted computing needs and working with our team’s software engineers as they implement these solutions. We are interested in candidates who have experience with homomorphic encryption implementations and related techniques. Experience software engineering, such as implementing C/C++, Java or Python is beneficial but not critical.
We are interested in candidates at all levels from a fresh PhD graduate to experienced researchers / scientists / engineers. The candidate is expected to work from our office in metro New York City. Occasional travel to other offices in Boston MA or Tel Aviv Israel is expected. Pay will be commensurate with experience. Duality Technologies is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled/LGBT
Requirements:
- A PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics or a related field.
- Experience with modern encrypted computing technologies.
- An ability and willingness to work on a team.
Desired Skills:
- Experience with homomorphic encryption, lattice cryptography or other encrypted computing technologies
- Experience implementing lattice cryptography in software or hardware
- Familiarity with C/C++, Java, Python
- Able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
For more information or to apply, please send an inquiry email to jobs@duality.cloud.https://www.duality.cloud
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Kurt Rohloff (CTO), krohloff@duality.cloud
More information: https://www/duality.cloud
University of Vermont, Department of Computer Science; Burlington VT, USA
Job PostingThe Department of Computer Science at the University of Vermont is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with expertise in cybersecurity, data privacy, programming languages and/or systems. Duties will start in the fall semester of 2020.
For a complete job listing and application submission see https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/38080. Inquiries may be addressed to Dr. Asim Zia (azia@uvm.edu). The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Dr. Asim Zia (azia@uvm.edu)
More information: https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/38080
Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Information Technology, Rotkreuz
Job Posting• To professionally and effectively contribute to the education of students at Bachelor’s level as well as technical and professional specialists in the field of IT Security
• To supervise students’ projects as well as Bachelor’s and Master’s theses
• To set up, manage and lead your own research project
• To contribute actively to the ongoing development of the University and its programmes
Profile:
• You are in possession of a Master’s degree as well as relevant experience and expertise in IT & IT Security; an academic title is desirable.
• You have proven, in-depth knowledge and expertise in at least two of the following subject areas: Identity & Access Management; Crypto Mechanisms and Protocols; Secure Programming; OS Security; Forensics and Forensic Readiness; IoT and IoT Security; Networks, including Network Security and Architecture; Cloud Security; Cyber Physical Systems; Critical Infrastructures; Data Protection; Application of Security Measures in accordance with COBOT / ISO 2700X / GSHB; Governance and Compliance; Web Technology and Security ; Mobile Security; Adversarial Behaviour; Security Modeling; Simulation and Gaming.
• You are able to explain and teach these subjects to your audience in a clear and easy to understand manner.
• You have a wide network within the IT Security Community.
• You are able to professionally and effectively develop research and/or business projects.
• You are open, friendly and ready to participate in interdisciplinary teamwork.
Offer:
• Teamwork with other experts in an innovative and growing IT Faculty
• Further development and positioning in research at national and international level as well as close cooperation with industry in the field
• A position as lecturer with the possibility to attain a professorship and title
• Up to date and current employment and working conditions
• Attractive and modern workplace at our new campus in Rotkreuz, located very near the train station
Please send your full CV incl. the list of publications and a motivational letter to bernhard.haemmerli@hslu.ch.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Professor Dr Martin Zimmermann, Vice Dean, Phone +41 41 757 68 40, martin.zimmermann@hslu.ch, or Professor Dr Bernhard M Hämmerli, Head of Programme for BSc Information and Cyber Security, Phone +41 41 757 68 43, bernhard.haemmerli@hslu.ch
The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
Job PostingThe primary purpose of this position will be to undertake research in cyber security, engage in postgraduate and honours theses supervision, and support contract work and grant application development, industry research collaborations and other activities associated with ITEE and its Cyber Security Research Group. The research fellow will gain access to state-of-the-art industrial control systems equipment through the UQ Energy TestLab, and specific domain expertise through collaboration with healthcare and energy research groups at ITEE.
Applicants should possess a PhD in the area of cyber security, computer science, software or electrical engineering, mechatronics, information technology, mathematics or applied cryptography. You should have demonstrated expert knowledge in the area of cyber security, technical knowledge of critical infrastructures, industrial control systems, healthcare systems or applications of machine learning into cyber security research. In addition you will have a strong track record of publications, demonstrated high-level written and oral communication skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au.
This is a full-time, fixed term position for 3 years at Academic Research Level B. The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $95,771 - $113,728 per annum plus super of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be in the range $112,052 - $133,061.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Prof Ryan Ko (ryan.ko AT uq.edu.au), Chair and Director of UQ Cyber Security
More information: http://search.jobs.uq.edu.au/caw/en/job/508726/research-fellow-fellow-in-cyber-security-critical-infrastructure
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, KU Leuven, COSIC, Belgium
Job PostingThe COSIC research group provides a broad expertise in digital security and strives for innovative security solutions. Our research is applied in a broad range of application domains, such as electronic payments, identity cards, e-voting, protection of e-documents, intelligent home appliances, telematics for the automobile industry and trusted systems. Our research focus lays in the design, evaluation and implementation of cryptographic algorithms and protocols, the development of security architectures for information and communication systems, the development of security mechanisms for embedded systems and the design and analysis of privacy preserving systems. The group has as goal to cover the whole range from mathematical theory towards industrial applications.
COSIC is looking for motivated researchers who fit into the following profiles
Please check https://www.esat.kuleuven.be/cosic/vacancies/ for all details on the different positions. You also find a profile and skills requirements here.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: jobs-cosic (at) esat.kuleuven.be
CYBERCRYPT: Copenhagen, Zurich or Munich
Job PostingWe are an international start-up company founded in 2016 with branches in Copenhagen, Zurich and Munich. We are looking to strengthen our team of in-house cryptographic experts in either of our locations.
The right person will work on internal and external high-end projects in the area of cryptography. This will involve cutting-edge cryptographic design, cryptanalysis, software development, contributions to product development, customer trainings, security evaluations, etc.
PhD degree in symmetric-key cryptology (block ciphers, stream ciphers, MACs or hash functions) or a closely related area is a requirement as well as proficiency in the efficient software implementations of cryptographic algorithms for such platforms as modern Intel or ARM CPUs. Postdoctoral research experience in symmetric-key cryptology as well as teaching experience is a plus.
We expect that our new Senior Cryptographer can generate value for the company and for our customers. An important part of your job is to take technical responsibility for projects and to be a great team player who is fun to work with. You take the initiative, provide high quality and always deliver on time.
We offer a permanent contract, a dynamic international working environment, a conference travel package, opportunities to conduct cryptologic research as well as an attractive compensation.
Applications will be reviewed on the ongoing basis until mid December 2019.
Please send your full CV incl. the list of publications and a motivational letter to jobs@cyber-crypt.com. You can also use this email address if you have any questions about the position.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Dr. Andrey Bogdanov
More information: https://www.cyber-crypt.com/company/#team
Clemson University, School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences; Clemson, SC, USA
Job PostingClosing date for applications:
Contact: Shuhong Gao and Felice Manganiello
More information: https://apply.interfolio.com/64632
Clemson University, School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences; Clemson, SC, USA
Job PostingClosing date for applications:
Contact: Shuhong Gao and Felice Manganiello
More information: http://apply.interfolio.com/68381
Calibra Research (Blockchain)
Job PostingCalibra is building a hub of financial services, products and solutions that connect everyone, everywhere, creating greater opportunity for all. Its technical foundation is the open-sourced Libra blockchain network. Libra’s mission is to create a simple, borderless global currency and financial ecosystem that empowers billions of people. Calibra Research is the research arm of Calibra, and is of great importance due to the cutting-edge nature of the technical challenges and Calibra’s openness to scrutiny.
The cryptography team at Calibra Research is seeking research scientists/engineers and PhD interns (summer 2020) with expertise in all aspects of cryptography including but not limited to public-key cryptography, secure multiparty computation, zero-knowledge proofs, authenticated data structures, and privacy-enhancing technologies. The ideal candidates will have a keen interest in producing new science to advance this interdisciplinary fields, as well as supporting the productization of their results.Closing date for applications:
Contact: Paymanm@fb.com
University of York, Department of Computer Science, York, UK
Job PostingResearch supervision
If successful, you will conduct your research under the supervision of the Director of the York Interdisciplinary Centre for Cyber Security and the Chair of Cyber Security Professor Delaram Kahrobaei: https://www.cs.york.ac.uk/people/?search=kahrobaei& http://www.cs.york.ac.uk/security
Award funding
If successful, you will be supported for three years. Funding includes: ● £15,009 (2019/20 rate) per year stipend ● Home/EU tuition fees ● RTSG (training/consumables/travel) provision
Funding requirements
To be considered for this funding you must: ● meet the entrance requirements for a PhD in Computer Science ● be eligible to pay home/EU fees
We will look favourably on applicants that can demonstrate knowledge of cryptography, algebra, quantum computation, artificial intelligence, computational complexity, and who have strong programming and mathematical skills.
Apply for this studentship
1. Apply to study ● You must apply online for a full-time PhD in Computer Science. ● You must quote the project title Post-quantum Algebraic Cryptography in your application. ● There is no need to write a full formal research proposal (2,000-3,000 words) in your application to study as this studentship is for a specific project.
2. Provide a personal statement. As part of your application please provide a personal statement of 500-1,000 words with your initial thoughts on the research topic.
Deadlines
Applications are accepted all year round. The start date for the studentship will October 2020.
Closing date for applications:
Contact:
Project enquiries
Professor Delaram Kahrobaei, Chair of Cyber Security (delaram.kahrobaei@york.ac.uk): the Director of the York Interdisciplinary Centre for Cyber Security
Application enquiries
cs-pg-admissions@york.ac.uk
CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security
Job PostingThe CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security provides a unique work environment that offers the advantages of a university department and a research laboratory alike. As the latest member of the Helmholtz Association, the largest research organization in Germany, CISPA has embarked on a mission: to rethink the digitalized world of the future from the ground up and make it safer through innovative cutting-edge research. In the medium term, the center will grow to more than 800 employees with not less than 60 Faculty and research group leaders. Faculty receive extremely competitive institutional funding, enjoy academic freedom, and build and lead their team of young researchers, and are granted the opportunity to teach graduate and undergraduate courses.
A doctoral degree in computer science or related areas and an outstanding research track record are required. Applicants are expected to pursue an internationally visible research agenda, and to build up their research team. Candidates for senior positions must be internationally renowned scientists.
CISPA offers two main types of faculty positions.
Tenure track: these positions are intended for candidates with excellent research credentials and the potential to pursue a program of innovative research. The positions are comparable to tenure-track positions at a leading university, and come with two full time research staff positions and generous support for other expenses.
Tenured: these positions are intended for established leading researchers with an outstanding scientific track record, and can be compared to an endowed chair at a leading university.
All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their complete application by November 15, 2019 for full consideration. However, applications will continue to be accepted until December 10, 2019. Qualified candidates should apply using the secure application form (https://faculty.jobs.cispa.saarland).
Closing date for applications:
Contact: scientific-recruiting@cispa.saarland
More information: https://faculty.jobs.cispa.saarland/
Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany
Job PostingJob Description
The Candidate is expected to perform scientific research in the area of cryptography and to contribute to the teaching, research, and administrative tasks of the group. The research focus associated to the position is primarily in (but not limited to) the area of Symmetric-Key Cryptographic Design for Decentralized Protocols, such as IoT protocols. Specifically, the design of provably-secure Authenticated Encryption schemes (AEAD) that are lightweight and resist side channel attacks, and the security analysis of IoT protocols. This includes theoretical and foundational aspects of symmetric-key cryptographic primitives. The position is based in Darmstadt and will involve international travel to conduct and present research. We provide an optimal working environment and support the researcher to publish results at leading international conferences and journals. The position is initially offered for a duration of three years with the possibility of extending it further. The starting date is as soon as possible.
Your Profile
- Completed a Master’s degree (or equivalent) with good grades in computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering, or a closely related field.
- Solid mathematical background and good problem-solving skills.
- Fluent in English, both verbal and written, and good communication skills.
- Motivated to conduct research work and able to work independently.
- Proficiency in computer programming, computer networks, Latex, and system administration are considered beneficial but not necessary.
Please submit your application in English consisting of a motivation letter stating why you are interested and qualify for the position, your current curriculum vitae including two references, and copies of relevant certificates and detailed transcripts with grades.
Closing date for applications:
Contact: Jean Paul Degabriele