"Postdoctoral fellow in Cryptography"

Your role

The successful candidate will join the Applied Crypto Group led by Prof. Jean-Sebastien Coron. The candidate will contribute to projects in cryptography. The person will perform the following tasks:

• Shaping research directions and producing results in one or more of the following topics:
  • Fully homomorphic encryption
  • Public-key cryptanalysis
  • Side-channel attacks and countermeasures
• Contributing to the teaching activities of the group - max 90 hours/year
• Providing guidance to PhD and MSc students
• Disseminating results through scientific publications

For more Information about the group, please consult this website: http://www.crypto-uni.lu/vacancies.html

Your profile

• A PhD degree in cryptography
• Competitive research record in cryptography
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are mandatory

We offer

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae, including your contact address, work experience, publications, and contact information for 3 referees
• Cover letter detailing your motivation for applying to the advertised research topic and/or project, including how your background, interests, and career goals align with its objective
• PhD diploma or a letter/information indicating the expected defense date
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply by March 15th, 2026 ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 30 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07991

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 85176 (full time).