International Association
for Cryptologic Research

Supervisor: Prof. Steven Galbraith

Duration: Approx 18-24 months

Salary: Approx NZ$ 55,000-70,000 (US$ 44K-56K) depending on the experience of the candidate and other factors

Start date: Preferably between November 2012-March 2013

Application process:

There is no formal application process. If you are interested in learning more about the position then please send a copy of your CV by email to s.galbraith (at) math.auckland.ac.nz , preferably before September 8, 2012.

Project Details:

The project will be on the security and implementation of lattice-based cryptosystems. The specific topic of the research will depend on the technical skills and experience of the successful candidate. Some possible projects might include:

• development and analysis of algorithms for lattice problems

• development and security analysis of lattice-based cryptosystems

• efficient software and/or hardware implementation of lattice systems

The successful applicant will have (or be very near to completion) a PhD in mathematics/computer science/engineering and a research track record in at least one of the following areas:

• theoretical cryptography

• computational number theory and lattices

• software/hardware implementation of cryptographic systems.

About the University of Auckland:

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The Mathematics Department is the strongest mathematics department in New Zealand and is situated on the main City Campus, located in the heart of Auckland.

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