PhD Residency/Postdoc - PQC Research Scientist

PhD Residency/Postdoc - PQC Research Scientist

The Sandbox team is looking for PhD residents and Postdocs interested in doing research in any area of post-quantum cryptography. The position is remote but we have funds to allow travel to meet other team members. We are open to strong candidates that reinforce existing expertise of the team as well as candidates extending our expertise. You can learn more about what we’ve been doing so far by checking out our publications page or the individual DBPL pages of our permanent researchers. 

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where we have zero tolerance for discrimination. We invest in our employees' personal and professional growth.

PQC Team Members' information:

• Carlos Aguilar Melchor https://dblp.uni-trier.de/pid/71/4606.html
• Martin Albrecht https://dblp.uni-trier.de/pid/92/7397.html
• Nina Bindel https://dblp.uni-trier.de/pid/167/3021.html
• James Howe https://dblp.uni-trier.de/pid/163/8680.html
• Andreas Hülsing https://dblp.org/pid/27/1744.html

Core Responsibilities:

• Research and design new quantum-resistant cryptographic primitives or attacks
• Implement and validate innovative cryptographic constructions and/or protocols

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong background in post-quantum cryptography design and / or cryptanalysis 
• Deep understanding of cryptographic protocols

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong publication record
• Programming experience

Details:

• Location: Remote in North America or Europe
• Start date: Year-round, on a rolling basis
• Duration: Flexible, typically between 4 months to one year
• Eligibility
• For PhD residencies: Currently enrolled in a PhD program in cryptography (or defended less than a year ago). **Currently enrolled non-PhD post-graduate students may be considered on a case-by-case basis as Master Interns (e.g. currently enrolled in MD, Masters)
• For Postdocs: Have a PhD in cryptography
• For questions, email [email protected]

What to Expect:

• Engagement with fellow residents and our great engineers and researchers
• Competitive compensation
• Present findings to the rest of Sandbox AQ
• Have fun!

The US base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be $100k - $135k per year. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This role may be eligible for annual discretionary bonuses and equity.