Postdoctoral Fellow in Privacy-Enhancing Cryptography

Postdoctoral Fellow in Privacy-Enhancing Cryptography

Simula UiB (https://simula-uib.com) is a research institute in Cryptography and Information Theory located in Bergen, Norway. The Department of Cryptography is currently looking for an outstanding candidate for a postdoctoral researcher position in privacy-enhancing cryptography. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Martijn Stam and Håvard Raddum.

Do you want to contribute to making our increasingly digitised world safer and more private by diving into the exciting field of privacy-enhancing cryptography? This research topic will influence how data can be shared and processed in the future, with major ramifications for the use of AI and machine learning. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to explore and contribute to groundbreaking research questions, focusing on its efficient implementation and deployment. Specific research questions may include techniques such as fully homomorphic encryption (FHE), multi-party computation (MPC), and zero-knowledge protocols (ZK).

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate with a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field. The successful candidate will have a strong track record demonstrated by publications in top-tier journals and international conferences, experience with privacy-enhancing cryptography, and strong analytical skills. A good knowledge of machine learning or cryptographic engineering is an advantage. You must be highly motivated and be able to demonstrate your potential for conducting original research in privacy-enhancing cryptography. Good communication and collaboration skills, along with fluency in English, both in academic writing and speaking, are expected.

Simula UiB offers:

• Excellent opportunities for conducting high-quality research as part of a highly competent and motivated team of researchers.
• An informal, inclusive, and international working environment.
• Support for travel and opportunities to build international networks.
• Modern office facilities, located at Marineholmen in the city centre of Bergen.
• A competitive salary; starting salary from NOK 579 700.
• Numerous employee benefits, including access to a company cabin, sponsored social events, an equipment budget, and a comprehensive travel/health insurance policy.
• Relocation assistance, including complimentary Norwegian language courses.
• Healthy wellness and work-life balance arrangements.

Application

Interested candidates should apply via the link, providing:

• Cover letter outlining motivation for applying for this position and pursuing a PostDoc in cryptography, research interests, experience, and qualifications of relevance for the position.
• Curriculum Vitae summarising educational background and relevant work experience.
• Academic transcripts for undergraduate and master's studies, and a copy of relevant research work (e.g., PhD thesis, academic articles).
• For candidates about to finish their PhD degree, please clarify your completion plan and timeline.
• Contact information of two referees, including the PhD supervisor(s).

The application deadline is May 5th, 2025. Interviews will be conducted from the end of May 2025 to the middle of June 2025. Applications will be screened continuously, and we may conclude recruitment as soon as we find the right candidate. The starting date is negotiable.

Contact

For additional enquiries about this position, please contact Martijn Stam (martijn@simula.no).

For administrative enquiries, please contact bergen@simula.no.

About Simula and Norway

Simula UiB AS is a research institute owned by Simula Research Laboratory AS and the University of Bergen (UiB). It collaborates closely with leading universities in Norway and abroad, both in terms of research and education of master's and PhD students. One of its goals is to increase Norway's cybersecurity expertise through research and education in cryptography and information theory.

Norway is famous for its outdoor scenery, with gorgeous fjords, waterfalls, and mountain ranges. Moreover, Norway is a safe and peaceful country with a thriving economy, offering a high standard of living and all the benefits of a social-democratic welfare state, such as social security and universal public healthcare.