We are looking for two motivated PhD students in the area of cryptography. The positions are fully funded with 3-year duration and the starting date is negotiable. The research topics are mainly in public-key cryptography, including, but not limited to, public-key primitives with advanced functionality, lattice-based cryptography, and privacy-preserving protocols. The applicants should have a solid background in Computer Science, Mathematics, or relevant fields. If interested, please send your CV (including a list of publications and language test marks), transcripts, and a short research statement (about your research background and research interest) to us.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 [email protected] and Prof. YuYu at [email protected]. To ensure full consideration, please apply by June 30 2025, although applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

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: [email protected] and [email protected]

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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 [email protected] by December 31st, 2024.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Do you live in the terminal? Do you like programming? Do you enjoy tinkering with rando embedded devices? Do you have a passion for security geared towards one or more of these topics?

• side-channel analysis
• applied cryptography
• software security
• hardware-assisted security

If so, this might be the right opportunity for you! The Platform Security Laboratory (PLATSEC) resides in the Department of Cybersecurity at RIT, and is affiliated with RIT's Global Cybersecurity Institute (GCI). This is a 12-month appointment, with possible extensions contingent upon funding. The start date is flexible, but aimed at January or February 2025.

To apply, please e-mail your motivation letter and CV.

Several fully-funded PhD student openings for Fall 2025 are available in cryptography, computer security, privacy, and blockchain-based systems at the University of Connecticut (UConn), School of Computing, led by Prof. Ghada Almashaqbeh.

The positions provide a great opportunity for students with interest in interdisciplinary projects that combine knowledge from various fields towards the design of secure systems and protocols. We target real-world and timely problems and aim to develop secure and practical solutions backed by rigorous foundations and efficient implementations/thorough performance testing (with a focus on large-scale distributed systems, including privacy, scalability and interoperability of blockchain-based systems, and applied cryptographic protocols in general). We are also interested in theoretical projects that contribute in devising new models in Cryptography and Privacy (such as MPC, authentication, and zero-knowledge proofs).

For more information about our current and previous projects please check https://ghadaalmashaqbeh.github.io/research/. For interested students, please send your CV to [email protected] and provide any relevant information about your research interests, and relevant skills and background.

The newly established junior research group on Computer-Aided Verification of Physical Security Properties (CAVE) is looking for excellent Ph.D. candidates in the area of hardware security, particularly (but not limited to) those specialized in:

• Computer-Aided Security Verification: We explore how to perform efficient pre-silicon security verification with respect to physical implementation attacks (Side-Channel Analysis / Fault-Injection Analysis).
• Physical Implementation Attacks: We deepen the (theoretical) understanding of active and passive physical implementation attacks to build formal attacker models for security verification.
• Secure Hardware Design: We investigate how to build secure hardware circuits that can resist physical implementation attacks.

If you are interested in applying, please send an email to Dr. Pascal Sasdrich ([email protected]) with the following documents in a single PDF (max. 10 MB) and subject line Application for PhD position:

1. Your CV, including a transcript of records.
2. A brief cover letter describing your research interests.
3. Contact details of 2-3 potential references.

HGI and RUB stand for a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture and promote equal opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from members of any underrepresented group in our research area. In particular, we invite and motivate women and individuals with disabilities to apply.

The research group of the computer engineering section of the department of Design Computer Sciences and Design (DCSM) at Hochschule RheinMain University of Applied Sciences (HSRM) is currently looking for a PhD student for exciting research opportunities. We are seeking for motivated individuals interested in Automotive Security, Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), and crypto agility. Our group is engaged in several ongoing and recently granted projects funded by prominent agencies such as BMBF (Federal Ministry of Education and Research). The vacant PhD position is funded by the BMBF. It focused on crypto agility and the long-term security strategies together with PQC in modern vehicles. This project addresses critical challenges in future-proofing automotive security against emerging quantum threats. If you are passionate about cutting-edge cybersecurity research and wish to contribute to the advancement of secure automotive technologies, we encourage you to apply.

Your profile:

• Master’s degree with excellent grades in IT security, computer science, or a similar field
• Extensive knowledge in embedded or IT security and cryptographic engineering
• Proficient programming skills
• Knowledge in (post-quantum) cryptography, key management, and automotive security and technologies
• Excellent English skills, German skills are beneficial
• Motivated, reliable, creative, and able to work independently

For any questions about this position, please contact Marc Stöttinger at [email protected]

We are seeking a dedicated Proof Systems Integration Engineer to work on cutting-edge ZK-rollup, zkVM, and bridge technologies that we believe are crucial for advancing ZK adoption. The engineering team at Fermah operates with shared accountability and without traditional hierarchy.As an early team member, you will help define not only the technical direction of our integrations but also the values and culture of our company. You will have the freedom and autonomy to influence the trajectory of our platform while bringing your ideas and technical expertise to life. You’ll be tasked with complex and rewarding challenges.This is an exceptional opportunity for you to take ownership of key integrations, drive tangible results, and gain invaluable experience working in one of the most exciting sectors within crypto. Responsibilities: - Integrating proof systems (zkVMs, Rollups, Bridges, etc.) in Rust - Enhancing existing integrations (e.g., adding CUDA support, multi-machine proof generation orchestration) - Writing clean, efficient, and testable Rust code following best practices What You Bring: - 1-2 years of experience in Rust - Familiarity with different proof systems, zkVMs, ZK-rollups, bridges, etc - Strong communication and collaboration skills with an ownership mindset - Relevant open-source contributions in the field are a huge plus Benefits: - Competitive salary and equity - Take-what-you-need vacation - Opportunity to work with a driven, talented, dedicated team that values collaboration, innovation, and making a strong positive impact - Culture built upon mutual respect, empathy, excellence and delivery

We are seeking a dedicated Cryptography Research Intern to work on cutting-edge ZK-rollup, zkVM, and bridge technologies that we believe are crucial for advancing ZK adoption. The engineering team at Fermah operates with shared accountability and without traditional hierarchy.As an early team member, you will help define not only the technical direction of our integrations but also the values and culture of our company. You will have the freedom and autonomy to influence the trajectory of our platform while bringing your ideas and technical expertise to life. You’ll be tasked with complex and rewarding challenges.This is an exceptional opportunity for you to take ownership of key integrations, drive tangible results, and gain invaluable experience working in one of the most exciting sectors within crypto. Responsibilities: - Reading technical papers on cryptographic protocols, such as MPC, ZKPs - Contributing to the design and refinement of cryptographic protocols - Writing blogs, papers and documentation to explain complex cryptographic ideas - Code up proof of concepts What You Bring: - Very strong background in mathematics and cryptography with deep knowledge of proof systems - Solid understanding of secure multi-party computation - Ability to translate research and technical specifications into proof-of-concepts - Problem-solving skills with a collaborative and ownership-driven mindset - Experience in Rust is a plus Benefits: - Competitive salary and equity - Take-what-you-need vacation - Opportunity to work with a driven, talented, dedicated team that

Applications are invited for a PhD student position at the IMDEA Software Institute, Madrid, Spain.

The selected candidate will work under the supervision of Ignacio Cascudo on the research and the development of cryptographic tools for secure computation and threshold cryptography. Topics of interest include homomorphic encryption, secure multiparty computation, zero knowledge proofs, verifiable secret sharing and distributed key generation.

Who should apply?
Applicants should have a MSc in computer science, mathematics or a related discipline. The applicants should in particular have strong background in mathematics and some background and interest in cryptography. Good teamwork and communication skills, including excellent spoken and written English are also required.

Working at IMDEA Software
The position is based in Madrid, Spain, where the IMDEA Software Institute is situated. The institute provides for travel expenses and an internationally competitive stipend. The working language at the institute is English.

Dates
The duration of the position is intended to be for the duration of the doctoral studies and is intended to start in January 2025.

How to apply?
Applicants interested in the position should submit their application at https://careers.software.imdea.org/ using reference code 2024-10-phd-thresholdcrypto. Deadline for applications is November 30th, 2024.

The recruitment process will comply with the IMDEA Software Institute’s OTM-R Policy.

For any questions about this position, please contact Ignacio Cascudo at [email protected]

We are looking for a Education Technical Coordinator in the University of Amsterdam, to work in our Security and Network Engineering Master's program. The job is educational and involves working in various laboratory settings for courses on network routing, distributed systems, cybersecurity and penetration testing.

Apply using the following link:

https://vacatures.uva.nl/UvA/job/Security-and-Network-Engineering-Education-Technical-Coordinator/798272902/

For more information about the SNE master's programme see:

https://www.uva.nl/shared-content/programmas/en/masters/security-and-network-engineering/security-and-network-engineering.html

The University of Birmingham’s Centre for Cyber Security and Privacy is looking for up to three research fellows (postdocs) to work on our EPSRC-funded project on the security analysis of post-quantum cryptography algorithms.

Applicants should have a PhD, or be close to completing a PhD, in a relevant subject (crypto, computer algebra, maths, etc.). Prior track record on post-quantum cryptography and/or cryptanalysis is a plus.

Please contact Christophe Petit for informal enquiries. You can apply online until November 7th:
https://edzz.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_6001/job/5764/

The Computer Science Department at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions starting in Fall 2025. Exceptional candidates will be considered in all areas of Computer Science, but priority will be given to those that can build synergies in the following areas, defined broadly:

• Cybersecurity (2 tenure-track positions)
• AI and applications of AI (such as robotics) (2 tenure-track positions)

We aim to hire at the rank of Assistant Professor, but exceptional candidates at higher ranks will also be considered.

NJIT is a Carnegie R1 Doctoral University (Very High Research Activity), with $178M research expenditures in FY23. The Computer Science Department has 31 tenured/tenure track faculty, with nine NSF CAREER, one DARPA Young Investigator, and one DoE Early Career awardees. The Computer Science Department enrolls over 3,200 students at all levels across six programs of study and takes part, alongside the Departments of Informatics and Data Science, in the Ying Wu College of Computing (YWCC). YWCC comprises has an enrollment of more than 4,700 students in computing disciplines, and graduates over 1,000 computing professionals every year; as such, it is the largest producer of computing talent in the tri-state (NY, NJ, CT) area.

To formally apply for the position, please submit your application materials at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28876. NJIT recognizes the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in academia and society at large. Candidates who have a track record in DEI are requested to also submit an optional Diversity Statement. Applications received by December 31, 2024 will receive full consideration. However, applications are reviewed until all the positions are filled. Contact address for inquiries: [email protected].

Visa Research conducts both applied and fundamental research while engaging with the company's technology and product teams, business partners, academics, and governments, to explore and develop technologies that are critical to the payments industry in the future.
Currently, we focus on building research teams in key areas: Data Analytics, Cryptography, Security, and Future of Payment (Blockchain), and Artificial Intelligence. We are looking for outstanding researchers and engineers at all levels of experience as part of our growing team!
Visa Research’s goal of security is to enable policy-enforced, full lifecycle protection for data at rest, in transit and during computation for all payment-related scenarios. We accomplish this through fundamental and applied research in the following areas:

Cryptography (MPC, PQC, Foundational)

Systems Security

Identity & Authentication

Security and Privacy in Machine Learning

Please see https://smrtr.io/nhPGH for more information.

We are looking for two PhD students who wish to pursue research in applied cryptography. The positions are fully funded and the starting date is negotiable.

The candidates will work on topics including but not limited to:

• Cryptanalyzing existing cryptographic protocols in the literature and the industry
• Encrypted databases
• Distributed systems

Other research topics are possible upon negotiation.

If interested, please send an email (with a CV and cover letter) to Dr. Zichen Gui ([email protected]).

CISPA is a world-leading research center that focuses on Information Security and Machine Learning at large. To expand and further strengthen our center, we are looking for

Tenure-Track Faculty in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (f/m/d)

All applicants are expected to grow a research team that pursues an internationally visible research agenda. To aid you in achieving this, CISPA provides institutional base funding for three full-time researcher positions and a generous budget for expenditures. Upon successful tenure evaluation, you will hold a position that is equivalent to an endowed full professorship at a top research university.

We invite applications of candidates with excellent track records in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, especially in (but not limited to) the fields of

Accountability and Authenticity

Causality

Fairness

Federated and Decentralized Learning

Foundations of Statistically Sound (Deep) Learning from Data

Human Factors of AI

Interpretability and Explainability,

Neuro-Symbolic Learning

Privacy

Reinforcement Learning

Robustness and Reliability

Sample- and Computationally Efficient Mining and Learning

Secure and Safe AI

CISPA values diversity and is committed to equality. We provide special dual-career support. We explicitly encourage female and diverse researchers to apply.

CISPA is a world-leading research center that focuses on Information Security and Machine Learning at large. To expand and further strengthen our center, we are looking for

Tenure-Track Faculty in all areas related to Information Security (f/m/d)

All applicants are expected to grow a research team that pursues an internationally visible research agenda.

To aid you in achieving this, CISPA provides institutional base funding for three full-time researcher positions and a generous budget for expenditures. Upon successful tenure evaluation, you will hold a position that is equivalent to an endowed full professorship at a top research university.

We invite applications of candidates with excellent track records in all areas related to Information Security.

CISPA values diversity and is committed to equality. We provide special dual-career support. We explicitly encourage female and diverse researchers to apply.

We are looking for a strong candidate that would be interested in pursuing a PhD on privacy-preserving machine learning at Monash University (a world top 50 university) in the vibrant city of Melbourne, Australia (frequently ranked among the top 10 cities to live in the world).

We are offering fully funded Ph.D opportunities at NUS-Singapore and the University of Sheffield, UK. The candidates will have opportunities to work in both Singapore and Sheffield (UK). Requirements for Ph.D. Position : •Completed Master’s degree (or equivalent) at a top university in information security, computer science, applied mathematics, electrical engineering, or a similar area. • Research experience (such as publishing papers as a first author in reputable venues) • Self-motivated, reliable, creative, can work in a team and want to do excellent research on challenging scientific problems with practical relevance. How to apply? Please send me your CV with detailed information, please send three of your best papers. Contact: Dr Prosanta Gope ([email protected])

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

• Distributed cryptography: DKG, decentralised credentials with privacy properties
• 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 funded projects across the domains of decentralized digital identity, computing over encrypted data, 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. (Due to the nature of funding restrictions on the eligibility may apply.)

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)

Applications (cover letter, CV, transcripts, contacts for references) can be emailed to Prof. Mark Manulis. Applications will be processed continuously until the positions are filled.

The University of Luxembourg (UL) is seeking to hire a Post-doctoral fellow within the CryptoLux Group of the University of Luxembourg led by Prof. Alex Biryukov. The position is initially for two years, extendable up to five years. Yearly gross salary for a Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 83K. The main application domains are:

• Cryptanalysis and Design of Symmetric Primitives (for ex. Lightweight/Ultra-lightweight)
• Algebraic and Arithmetization-friendly cryptography for ZK and MPC applications
• Post-quantum cryptography
• Privacy enchancing technologies

The main responsibility of the successful candidate would be to:

• Lead high-impact research in the fields of Cryptography and Privacy
• Perform teaching activities in fields of expertise at bachelor, master and PhD levels (max 90 hours/year, less in practice)
• Help with daily supervision of Ph.D and M.Sc. students
• Participate to the writing of research grants

Candidate profile:

• PhD degree in Computer Science or related fields (e.g., applied mathematics, etc.)
• Proven research track record (publications in A* venues in Cryptography or Information Security)
• Great communication skills
• Commitment, team working, interpersonal skills and a critical mind
• Good written and oral skills in English

Deadline for applications: 15-Nov 2024. Starting date: 1-Feb-2025. Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception.

The successful candidate will join the CryptoLux team led by Prof. Alex Biryukov. He or she will contribute to a research project "Advanced Cryptography for Finance and Privacy (CryptoFin)", which is funded by the Luxembourgish Fonds National de la Recherche (FNR) through the CORE program. Position is initially for 18 months, extendable up to five years. Yearly gross salary for a Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 83K. Candidates with research interests in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

• Applied or symmetric cryptography
• Blockchain cryptography, cryptoeconomics, DeFi
• Anonymity and privacy, ZK, PETs

The main responsibility of the successful candidate would be to:

• Conduct, publish and present research results at the top conferences/journals
• Collaborate with the two Ph.D. students of the project
• Attract funding in cooperation with academic and industrial partners

Deadline for applications: 15-November 2024. Starting date: 1-Jan-2025

The USF Center for Cryptographic Research is recruiting 3 postdoctoral fellows and 3 graduate students to work on Applied Algebra. Our program focuses on the following topics:

• Cryptology
• Coding Theory
• Quantum Computing

Candidates whose research intersects multiple topics of interest are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be hosted by the USF Department of Mathematics and Statistics. All candidates must be U.S. citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents (i.e. Green Card holders). The additional minimum qualifications are

• Postdoctoral: a PhD in mathematics, computer science, or a related field.
• Graduate students: a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, or evidence of completion of coursework in algebra, analysis and topology.

The start date is negotiable, but needs to be before the start of the Fall 2025 semester.

Our program is supported by an NSF Research Training Group (RTG) grant. More information about our RTG program is available at:
usf-crypto.org/rtg-overview/

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage all potential applicants to visit our applications page which includes a simplified procedure through an interest form:
usf-crypto.org/rtg-application/

Topics: Quantum Readout of Physical Unclonable Functions; Use of PUFs in quantum-cryptographic protocols.

The project focuses on the use of PUFs as a physical authentication credential, and in particular Quantum Readout of PUFs, which enables remote authentication of physical credentials without the need to trust remote devices.

https://arxiv.org/abs/1303.0142
https://export.arxiv.org/abs/1802.07573
https://eprint.iacr.org/2016/971

One of the goals is to achieve Quantum Readout through a long optical fiber, with random challenges in the time-frequency domain (instead of the easier to achieve transverse modes domain). You will be involved in the system modeling, the design of protocols, and the security analysis.
A broader topic of interest is the use of PUFs in (quantum) security schemes in general.

We are looking for a researcher with strong analytical skills, with a master's degree in theoretical physics, cryptography, or a related field.

The research is done at the Eindhoven Institute for the Protection of Systems and Information (EIPSI), in the department of Mathematics and Computer Science. There is a strong collaboration with the TU/e's fiber optics experts at the department of Electrical Engineering, and with physicists at Twente University.

This position is part of the Dutch Zwaartekracht program "Challenges in Cyber Security", which aims to address fundamental open problems in digital security.

This is an urgent call for interested applicants. A funded Ph.D. student position is available starting January 2025 (all documents submitted by Oct. 15th, 2024) or, if positions are not filled, for Fall 2025 to work on different aspects of Cryptographic Engineering in the CSE department with Dr. Mehran Mozaffari Kermani.

The required expertise includes:
- Master’s in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
- Solid background in digital design, VLSI, computer arithmetic, and ASIC/FPGA
- Solid HDL expertise
- Outstanding English (if English tests are taken) to be eligible for department funding
- Motivation to work beyond the expectations from an average Ph.D. student and publish in top tier venues

Please closely observe the admission requirement details before emailing. 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 Side-channel attacks, particularly fault and power analysis attacks. Please send me your updated CV (including list of publications, language test marks, and references), transcripts for B.Sc. (and/or M.Sc.), and a statement of interest to: mehran2 (at) usf.edu as soon as possible.

NOTE: At this time, I consider only the applicants who have already taken TOEFL/IELTS exams with excellent marks. The successful candidate will be asked to apply formally very soon to the department, so all the material has to be ready. We do not require GRE.

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

CSE Admissions: https://www.usf.edu/engineering/cse/graduate/prospective-students.aspx

The Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science (AMSS) of Chinese Academy of Sciences invites applications for tenured and tenure-track faculty positions at all ranks and in the areas of information theory, theoretical computer science and cryptography, coding and communication, etc. Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and individual performance. Excellent fringe benefits include annual research funds, settle-down allowance and low-priced tentative apartments near office for 5 years. Successful applicants are expected to conduct full-time research in AMSS. Teaching is appreciated, but not an obligation.

Fully funded Ph.D. and postdoc positions at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem are available at the Cryptography Group at the School of Computer Science and Engineering. Email applications should include a CV and references (if available).

Do you like solving challenges in cyber security? Do you want to become part of a growing team of cybersecurity researchers at the University of Amsterdam whose research contributes to securing our digital world? The Theory of Computer Science (TCS) and Complex Cyber Infrastructure (CCI) research groups of the Informatics Institute are looking for a new assistant professor in cyber security. You will be able to hire a PhD student as part of the startup-package.

You will conduct research in the “Challenges in Cyber Security” project, one of the few projects receiving funding in the prestigious NWO Gravitation program. In cooperation with researchers from TU Eindhoven, Radboud University Nijmegen, VU Amsterdam, and CWI, you will work on the grand challenges of cybersecurity in areas such as cryptography, software security, or physical security. Besides cutting-edge research, you will also contribute to education – for example, in the top-rated Security and Network Engineering MSc program – and other activities, including acquisition and management of funded research projects, supervision of PhD students, and supervision of BSc/MSc graduation projects.

The Department of Cybersecurity in the Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences at RIT invites applications for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor position in the field of cybersecurity, beginning August 2025, with special interest in candidates whose research intersects with artificial intelligence, or which makes use of AI techniques.

Read more about the Department of Cybersecurity and the ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute at RIT here: https://csec.rit.edu/ and https://www.rit.edu/cybersecurity/

Please find more details regarding the position by following the Apply link below.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a computing or related discipline by date of appointment.
• Recent scholarly dissemination record that demonstrates exceptional potential in cybersecurity research; e.g. venues like IEEE Security & Privacy, USENIX Security, CCS, NDSS, etc.
• Demonstrated evidence of experience or potential to establish an independent, externally funded research program.
• Commitment and potential to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and the ability to mentor master/doctoral students.
• An interest in working in a collaborative, collegial department and among colleagues in the department, college, and institution.
• Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Apply: Use Keyword Search 9160BR here: https://careers.rit.edu/faculty

Priority Deadline: Dec. 4

Candidates for applied cryptography domain must comprehend formal security analysis, secure coding, and effective security integration in the application domains. Candidates for ML/AI domain, must comprehend seach/optimization algorithms, classification, regression and other essential aspects.

We are looking for motivated, bright, and hard-working student that wish to pursue a PhD in Cryptography. The candidate will work on cryptographic research topics such as:

• zero-knowledge proofs & SNARKs
• polynomial/vector commitments & lookup arguments
• searchable encryption
• encrypted database query evaluation
• TEE-assisted cryptography

Other areas are possible, the specific research topic will be determined based on the common interests of the candidate and the supervisor.

Applicant's profile

• MSc or BSc degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Excellent programming skills.
• Very good understanding of CS fundamentals: algorithm analysis, data structures, etc.
• Good understanding of cryptographic primitives: hashing, encryption, commitments, etc.
• Strong enthusiasm for research.

Ideal candidates have prior knowledge in implementing cryptographic primitives or a relevant project. Solid background in theoretical computer science (complexity analysis, reduction proofs, etc.), or experience in programming for trusted-hardware environments (Intel SGX, ARM TrustZone, etc.) is also a big plus.

Work environment

HKUST offers guaranteed funding for the PhD duration with competitive stipends. Our CSE department consistently ranks very high in global Computer Science and Engineering rankings. Our graduates typically produce research output of the highest quality and consistently staff world-class institutions. The lab offers a creative work environment that is ideal for excellent research.

Interested applicants, please send your CV and a short research statement to Prof. Dimitrios Papadopoulos.

This PhD studentship offers an exciting opportunity to delve into the rapidly evolving fields of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence (AI). As AI technologies become increasingly integrated into enterprise systems, the need to secure these systems against sophisticated cyber threats has never been more critical. This research project at the University of Sheffield is focused on addressing these challenges by developing advanced methods to protect AI systems from cyber attacks, ensuring their reliability, integrity, and resilience in real-world environments. As a PhD candidate, you will join the Security of Advanced Systems Research Group, working on cutting-edge research that bridges the gap between AI innovation and cybersecurity. Your work will involve identifying and analyzing vulnerabilities in AI systems, creating robust models capable of withstanding adversarial attacks, and implementing state-of-the-art security measures to safeguard AI infrastructures. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders, contributing to the development of new cybersecurity standards for AI. This studentship is ideal for individuals passionate about AI and cybersecurity who are eager to contribute to the protection of critical technologies. The position is open to candidates worldwide, offering a unique chance to make a significant impact in a high-demand field. Research Themes Include: Analyzing vulnerabilities in AI systems Developing robust AI models resistant to adversarial attacks Implementing advanced security measures within AI infrastructures Collaborating with industry leaders to set new cybersecurity standards for AI Position Details: Starting Date: Flexible, with preferred start dates in September 2024 or January 2025. Location: Department of Computer Science, University of Sheffield, UK. Duration: 3 years Additional Note: International candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that supplementary funding may be required to cover the tuition fee differential.

Tsinghua University in China and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore are jointly seeking for candidates to fill several post-doctoral research fellow positions on symmetric-key cryptography with a tentative duration of 2 years. Topics include but are not limited to the following sub-areas:

• tool aided cryptanalysis, such as MILP, CP, STP, and SAT
• machine learning aided cryptanalysis and designs
• privacy-preserving friendly symmetric-key designs
• quantum cryptanalysis
• provable security
• cryptanalysis against SHA-2, SHA-3, and AES
• threshold cryptography

Candidates will have the chance to spend half of the time with Assoc Prof Xiaoyang Dong at Tsinghua University, China, and the other half with Assoc Prof Jian Guo at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. Candidates with strong record of publications in IACR conferences (Asiacrypt, Crypto, Eurocrypt, FSE) are encouraged to apply. These positions are available immediately until filled.

We have a fully funded Ph.D. position about Deep Learning (DL) and secure multi-party computation (MPC) applied to medical systems beginning from Fall 2025 (August 2025) or Spring 2025 (January 2025) at University of South Florida (USF). Students receive a yearly package worth approximately $65,000, which covers all the tuition, health insurance, fringe benefits, and a competitive monthly salary. The project offers an excellent multi-disciplinary opportunity involving flagship medical centers, and top machine learning experts, all with MPC and applied cryptography. The candidate will work on private diagnosis with DL and federated learning, developing specially designed MPC protocols for medical applications. USF is a Rank-1 Research University, AAU University, and USF CSE is in the top 15% among Computer Science departments in public universities based on Academic Analytics data based on Scholarly Research Index (and top 8th for patents in the USA). Requirements:

• A BS degree in ECE/CS with a high GPA
• Excellent programming skills (e.g., C, C++), familiarity with Linux
• MS degree in ECE/CS/Math is a big plus. Publications will be regarded as a plus but not required.
• Please send your CV, transcripts, TOEFL/IELTS scores (required), publications (optional), and GRE (highly preferred).

Help us build the leading wallet infrastructure for the multi-trillion-dollar digital asset industry. Work closely with our top leadership, including the CTO, CPO, and Head of Security, and collaborate with a talented team of Cryptographers, Security Engineers and Protocol Engineers. We’re looking for a Lead Cryptographer with expertise in developing secure, efficient cryptographic protocols focused namely on multi-party computation, threshold cryptography, and post-quantum cryptography. You will collaborate with library developers and solutions architects to enhance our cryptographic solutions, aligning them with the company’s needs and objectives.

As a Lead Cryptographer, you will:
• Carry out fundamental and applied research with the research team.
• Act as a powerhouse of ideas on all cryptographic and research issues.
• Collaborate with the research and engineering team on technical research tasks.

  More information on Dfns Labs and its affiliated projects: dfns.co/labs

We are seeking two highly motivated and talented students to join our research group to pursue a Ph.D in the field of cryptography at School of Computer Science, University of Sydney. The student will work on cutting-edge research in topics such as

security and fairness in multi-party computation

distributed payment protocols

privacy-preserving blockchains and cryptocurrencies

Security and game-theoretic aspects in blockchains

and other topics in cryptographic theory and applications.

Qualifications:

An UG or Master’s degree in CS, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with one year of research experience (For eg., research-based thesis).

Strong background in theoretical computer science, number theory, probability.

Proficiency in English, both written and spoken

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Optional skills:

Excellent programming skills and experience with cryptographic libraries is a plus.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Work in a dynamic and international research environment.

Support for international collaborations and travel.

About University of Sydney:

The University of Sydney is one of the world's leading universities, known for its outstanding research and teaching excellence (ranked 18 in the world - QS rankings 2025 ). Our vibrant campus is located in the heart of Sydney (one of the top livable cities of the world), offering an exceptional environment for both academic and personal growth and the perfect work-life balance. The School of Computer Science is among the top ranked in the world ( ranked 22 in the world for CS - US news and world report 2024-25 ) constantly expanding year-on-year with strong faculty and students.

Application Process: Interested candidates should contact via email with

a detailed CV, including list of publications (if any)

Transcript, degree certificate

Contact of two references