International Association
for Cryptologic Research

Monash cybersecurity group has an opening for a PhD position. The topic of interest is Lattice-Based Privacy Enhancing Technologies (such as advanced forms of cryptographic tools and zero-knowledge proofs). We provide

1. highly competitive scholarships to cover tuition fees, health insurance and living expenses (as stipend),
2. opportunities to collaborate with leading academic and industry experts in the related areas,
3. opportunities to participate in international grant-funded projects,
4. collaborative and friendly research environment,
5. an opportunity to live/study in one of the most liveable and safest cities in the world.

The position will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are found.

Requirements. A strong mathematical and cryptography background is required. Some knowledge/experience in coding (for example, Python, C/C++, SageMath) is a plus. Candidates must have completed (or be about to complete within the next 8 months) a significant research component either as part of their undergraduate (honours) degree or masters degree. They should have excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

How to apply. please first refer to mfesgin.github.io/supervision/ for more information. Then, please fill out the following form (also clickable from the advertisement title): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOvp0w397TQMTjTa6T7TKqri703Z-c3en0aS654w6nl4_EFg/viewform

Closing date for applications:

Contact: Muhammed Esgin

More information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOvp0w397TQMTjTa6T7TKqri703Z-c3en0aS654w6nl4_EFg/viewform