Faculty Position in Post-Quantum Cryptography

Faculty Position in Post-Quantum Cryptography

Xi'an Jiaotong - Liverpool University – Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Interdisciplinary Lab (PQC-X)

The Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Interdisciplinary Lab (PQC-X) at XJTLU has a faculty position. We are seeking excellent researchers in design, analysis, implementation and/or application aspects of the following areas, and will offer internationally competitive salary packages for the successful candidate.

Topics of Interests

• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• Multi-Party Computation
• Zero-Knowledge Proofs
• Fully Homomorphic Encryption

Faculty Position

The faculty position is open at all ranks: Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor. The positions are on three-year contract which is renewable and will be converted to long-term contract when renewed again after six-year service. The position will remain open until filled.

The candidate is expected to:

• Carry out world-class research and publish impactful results at top conferences/journals.
• Deliver effective teaching to undergraduate/graduate students.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
• Undertake essential administrative responsibilities within the School.

What we offer:

• Opportunities to work in an excellent research environment and collaborate with global leaders in post-quantum cryptography, and with top financial institutions and industry partners.
• Internationally competitive salary and benefits such as housing allowance, travel allowance, education allowance, relocation support etc.
• Adequate research funds, and university’s supports to apply for national, provincial and municipal talent programs.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Cryptography, or closely related areas.
• Proven track record of research excellence in post-quantum cryptography or a closely related area.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and supervision of undergraduate/graduate students/post-docs.