Phd Candidate In Real-Time Systems Security

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services.
We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.

Your role

The successful candidate will join the CritiX research group (https://www.uni.lu/snt-en/research-groups/CRITIX/) headed by Prof. Marcus Völp. The team focuses on critical information infrastructures and cyber-physical systems with the aim to protect our most sensitive and valuable assets. We look into systems in the small and how we can prepare them to withstand and operate safely and securely through accidental faults and targeted cyberattacks and how large scale constellations can achieve the same properties to protect for example, our energy grid.

This position is initially funded for three years (with a probation period of six months) and may be extended up to four years following positive evaluation and commitment.

The research is linked to the SASCOS project, which is a collaboration between Edge Aerospace SARL and the CritiX group at SnT to explore safety aware space computing systems for resilient information processing. The challenges we aim to address include withstanding environmental challenges by autonomously adapting to a wide range of conditions in which faults may occur, strategies and mechanisms for keeping the system operational in the most extreme situations, while meeting the workload’s performance goals, and solutions for coping with the fact that criticalities of workloads may change.

We are looking for a PhD candidate to join the team to contribute to our research agenda and to the excellence of the group and of SnT in general.

Successful candidates are expected to participate in the following activities:

• Conduct highly innovative research in the cybersecurity of space-based systems
• Develop innovative solutions to cope with changing criticalities of workloads
• Publish research results and present them at international conferences
• Contribute to reports and research activities in support of project management
• Guide M.Sc. students
• Participate in a dedicated training plan

For further information, please contact Prof. Marcus Völp at critix-jobs@uni.lu

Your profile

Qualification: A Master in Cybersecurity or equivalent degrees with expertise in real-time and embedded systems and/or dependability

Experience : the ideal candidate will have experience in real-time and embedded systems and the threats and attacks they are exposed to. Experience in systems development is an asset

Hard Skills: Strong programming skills are an asset

Soft Skills: Most importantly, we seek individuals who are curiosity-driven especially interested in interdisciplinary research, eager to continuously learn with critical thinking and explore new ideas while collaborating with a team

Language Skills: Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. French, German or Luxembourgish is a plus

Other requirements: Due to the nature of the project, we are allowed to accept only candidates from NATO member countries or NATO partners

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:

• Full CV, including:
• For each degree received or currently enrolled in, the degree, institution name, city, and country, and date (or expected date) of graduation
• List of publications (if any)
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
• Cover letter with motivations and topics of particular interest to the candidate

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply 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 36 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Kirchberg Campus
• Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07294

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 40952 (full time).