Research Associate (postdoc) in Computer Science

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.

The research will be carried out at the Interdisciplinary Research Group in Socio-technical Cybersecurity (https://irisc-lab.uni.lu/ ) led by Prof. G. Lenzini, within the Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) of the University of Luxembourg.

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
Conduct highly innovative research in cybersecurity on a research project entitled “Secure and Verifiable Test and Assessment Systems”
Contribute to the design, analyses, validation, and implementation of security protocols to enhance the privacy and reliability of online exams
Support project management
Publish research results and present them at international conferences
Contribute to reports and research publications
Engage in dissemination of results to stakeholders
Provide guidance to Ph.D. and M.Sc. students

Your Profile
A Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or a related field
Competitive research record in information security
Strong mathematical and algorithmic CS background
Good development skills, know how to code and program / experience with model checking and tools and/or scripting languages
Proficiency in English
Strong interest in interdisciplinary research
Good academic writing and excellent communication skills
Ability to independently organize work
Inquisitive and critical mind, collaborative attitude
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 45 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!

In Short
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 18 Month (with possible renewal)
Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
Location: Kirchberg
Job Reference: UOL03817

Further Information
Applications should be written in English, submitted online and include:

Detailed Curriculum Vitae;
Digital copy of diploma certificates;
A motivation letter detailing how the candidate intends to advance the state of the art in “Secure and Verifiable Test and Assessment Systems”;
Contact information of three 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.

About the University of Luxembourg
The University of Luxembourg aspires to be one of Europe’s most highly regarded universities with a distinctly international and interdisciplinary character. It fosters the cross-fertilisation of research and teaching, is relevant to its country, is known worldwide for its research and teaching in targeted areas, and is establishing itself as an innovative model for contemporary European Higher Education. The University`s core asset is its well-connected world-class academic staff which will attract the most motivated, talented and creative students and young researchers who will learn to enjoy taking up challenges and develop into visionary thinkers able to shape society.

Further information
For further information, please contact Prof. Lenzini ([email protected] ) and Dr. A. Rossi ([email protected] )