PhD Position in Applied Cryptography and Privacy-Preserving Computation

IACR
📍 st. gallen, st. gallen, Switzerland 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 24, 2026

Job Description

We invite applications for a PhD position in applied cryptography, with a focus on designing and analyzing cryptographic protocols that offer strong, provable security guarantees. The role provides the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge research emphasizing efficiency and scalability in real‑world deployments. Key Responsibilities: Conduct innovative research in applied cryptography and information security, with strong foundations in cryptography and a particular interest in provable security, MPC, and privacy‑preserving computation.
Develop secure and privacy‑preserving protocols with rigorous security proofs. Support and assist in teaching courses on computer security and cryptography. Required Qualifications: MSc degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Strong background in cryptography and mathematics.
Solid programming skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

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Job Details

  • Location st. gallen, st. gallen
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category CAR
  • Posted Date June 24, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 03, 2026