International Association
for Cryptologic Research

The Applied Cryptography Group at Technical University of Darmstadt offers a fully funded Ph.D. position in cryptography. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to) threshold cryptography, cryptography for blockchains, leakage resilient cryptography, multiparty computation and more. You will conduct research and publish/present the results at top venues for research in cryptography and IT Security. The position is to be filled as soon as possible for initially 3 years with the possibility of an extension.

Your profile:

• Completed Master's degree (or equivalent) with excellent grades in computer science, mathematics, or a similar area.
• Strong mathematical and/or algorithmic/theoretical CS background
• Good knowledge in one of the topics mentioned above is a plus.
• Fluent in English

Your application should contain a CV, record of grades, a short motivation letter and at least one contact for a reference letter.

TU Darmstadt is a top research university for IT Security, Cryptography, and Computer Science in Europe. We offer an excellent working environment in the heart of the Frankfurt Metropolitan Area, which is internationally well-known for its high quality of life. The review of applications starts immediately until the position is filled.

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Sebastian Faust