Ref. 2018-32
About the position
We are seeking to fill several Research Staff Member (RSM) and post-doctoral researcher positions at IBM Research – Zurich in the area of cryptography and privacy.
Particular topics of interest include, but are not limited to
The cryptography and privacy group at IBM Research – Zurich offers an exciting research environment with the ability to cooperate with researchers working on various aspects of security and cryptography, including lattice-based cryptography, provably secure protocol design, blockchain, and system security.
Cooperation with other academic and industry researchers within IBM as well as acquisition of external research funding, e.g., European grants (including the ERC) is also possible and encouraged.
The positions offer the opportunity to live in the Zurich area, which is consistently ranked as one of the top five cities with the best quality of life.
Requirements
Candidates for both types of openings are required to have a PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related area by the time of appointment and an outstanding research record, demonstrated in the form of publications at top cryptography or security conferences (Crypto, Eurocrypt, CCS, S&P etc.).
The ideal applicant for an RSM position is someone with a demonstrated ability to perform top-notch independent work, and who is also keen on pursuing joint research directions with the current members of the group. The possibility of establishing one’s own research team, including PhD students and post-docs, would also be supported.
Diversity
IBM is committed to diversity at the workplace. With us you will find an open, multicultural environment. Excellent flexible working arrangements enable both women and men to strike the desired balance between their professional development and their personal lives.
How to apply
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr. Anja Lehmann or Dr. Vadim Lyubashevsky.
To apply, please send your CV, including contact information for three references, to cryptojobs@zurich.ibm.com. Review of applications will begin in mid-September and continue until the positions are filled. Ideally, the successful applicants would start at the beginning of 2019, but other arrangements can be negotiated.