Postdoc in Cryptography for Finance and Privacy (CryptoFin project)

About the SnT...

SnT is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services. We play an instrumental role in Luxembourg by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent.

We're looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place!

Your Role...

The successful candidate will join the CryptoLux team led by Prof. Alex Biryukov. He or she will contribute to a research project entitled "Advanced Cryptography for Finance and Privacy (CryptoFin)", which is funded by the Luxembourgish Fonds National de la Recherche (FNR) through the CORE program. Candidates with research interests in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

• Applied or symmetric cryptography
• Cryptofinance, cryptoeconomics, blockchains
• Anonymity and privacy on the Internet

The main responsibility of the successful candidate would be to:

• Conduct, publish and present research results at conferences
• Provide guidance to the two Ph.D. students of the project
• Attract funding in cooperation with academic and industrial partners

Your Profile...

• A Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or a related field
• Competitive research record in applied cryptography or information security (at least one paper in top 10 IT security/crypto conferences)
• Strong mathematical and algorithmic CS background, economics/finance - a plus
• Good skills in programming and scripting languages
• Commitment, team working and a critical mind
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are mandatory

Here's what awaits you at SnT...

• Exciting infrastructures and unique labs. At SnT's two campuses, our researchers can take a walk on the moon at the LunaLab, build a nanosatellite, or help make autonomous vehicles even better
• The right place for IMPACT. SnT researchers engage in demand-driven projects. Through our Partnership Programme, we work on projects with more than 55 industry partners
• Be part of a multicultural family. At SnT we have more than 60 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more

Find out more about us!

How to apply...

Applications should be submitted in English and include:

• A brief cover letter explaining the candidate's motivation and research interests
• Curriculum Vitae (including photo, education/research/work, publications, interests)
• Information about contributions to open-source projects, participation in research competitions, Olympiads, CTFs, etc.
• Contact information of 3 referees

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.