Post-doctoral Associate

Description

The Haven Lab, in the Division of Engineering and the Center for Cyber Security, New York University Abu Dhabi, invites applications for a Post-doctoral Associate position in security and privacy.

The lab's mission is to provide individuals with control over their privacy and protection from digital threats. We want to work towards a future where digital services are inherently designed with user privacy and safety at the forefront.

Current research thrusts involve:

• Large-scale measurements on the web to understand and characterize harmful online phenomena.
• Development of AI-based countermeasures for security and privacy, especially in on-device settings.
• Investigation of attacks/defenses on AI-based systems.

The successful candidate will engage in research that includes applied machine learning, systems building, and Internet measurements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to driving and developing the lab's research directions and methodologies.
• Lead and collaborate on high-impact research projects in applied security and privacy.
• Mentor Ph.D./Master's/Bachelor’s students, providing guidance on research projects.
• Participate in developing coursework and organizing academic and community outreach events.
• Engage with academic and industry partners to advance the lab's research goals.

Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, with a focus on security, privacy, or applied machine learning, and with less than 5 years post receipt of PhD.
• Demonstrated research experience in at least one of the lab’s research thrusts.
• Good programming and analytical skills, and willingness to work with new technologies/systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.