International Association
for Cryptologic Research

The Applied Cryptography Group at Technical University of Darmstadt offers a fully funded position as PhD student in Cryptography. The positions is to be filled as soon as possible for 3 years with the possibility of extension. You will conduct research and publish/present the results at top venues for research in cryptography and IT Security.

Topics of particular interest include (but are not limited to):

• Distributed cryptography
• Cryptography for blockchains and cryptocurrencies
• Cryptography for privacy

Your profile:

• Completed Master's degree (or equivalent) with excellent grades in computer science, mathematics or a similar area.
• Strong mathematical and/or algorithmic/theoretical CS background
• Good knowledge of cryptography. Knowledge in concepts of provable security is a plus.
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English

TU Darmstadt is a top research university for IT Security, Cryptography and Computer Science in Europe. We offer excellent working environment in the heart of the Frankfurt Metropolitan Area, which is internationally well-known for a high quality of life.

Review of applications starts immediately until the position is filled. For further information please visit: https://www.informatik.tu-darmstadt.de/cac/cac/index.en.jsp

Please send your application including a CV, transcripts from your Bachelor and Master and a letter of motivation to: job@cac.tu-darmstadt.de