Post-doctoral Fellow in Cryptography and Privacy

About the FSTM

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine. 
Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.

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 cryptography group led by Prof.Alex Biryukov works on symmetric cryptography, cryptography for blockchain/FinTech and privacy applications.

The main application domains are:

• Lightweight/Ultra-lightweight cryptography
• Algebraic and Arithmetization-friendly cryptography for ZK and MPC applications
• Privacy enchancing technologies
• Post-quantum cryptography

Your role

We are seeking a highly-motivated Postdoctoral Fellow in Cryptography and Privacy.

To this end, one postdoctoral fellow will be hired on the project to conduct the following tasks:

• 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)
• Help with daily supervision of Ph.D and M.Sc. students
• Participate to the writing of research funding proposals

The postdoctoral fellow will report to the group head, Prof. Dr. Alex Biryukov.

For further information, please contact

Your 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

We offer

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

How to apply

Your application (in PDF format) should include:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae, your contact address, education record, work experience, top publications and (if available) language test results (e.g.TOEFL)
• Brief letter of intent including the personal motivations for applying to the University of Luxembourg and CryptoLux team
• Certified copies of degree certificates, incl. a transcript of courses taken (with grades)
• Names and contact details of three referees

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.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month (possible extension up to 5 years in total)
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Starting date: February 2025
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL06756

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 83099 (full time).