International Association
for Cryptologic Research

The Department of Media and Information Technology is looking for a research and research assistant in the field of applied cryptography. The possibility to earn a PhD degree in cooperation with the University of Mannheim is given.

Job description:

• Active and self-reliant participation in research projects in the area of applied cryptography, e.g. on topics in light-weight cryptography or in analysis of cryptographic protocols and interfaces.

• Assisting in computer science teaching (in particular tutoring).

• Administration of the IT security lab (computer pool).

Requirements

• Master degree or equivalent in mathematics, computer science, or similar.

• Very good skills in mathematics (in particular algebra and combinatorics) and computer science (in particular programming and algorithmics).

• First experience in cryptography and IT security.

• Basic knowledge in system administration (Linux, Windows).

• Fluent English (both spoken and written).

The position is initially for two years, with possibility for extension upon successful progress in the PhD studies.