Postdoc: Web Privacy & AI Security Research

1000scholars; Villeneuve-d'Ascq; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

1000scholars in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France, invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to explore boundaries of web privacy and security. The project, part of the PEPR Cybersecurity REV initiative, focuses on tracking techniques, AI-integrated browsing, and defensive mechanisms.

The successful candidate will conduct measurements, analyze data, and publish in top-tier venues. Fluency in English required; French not required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science (Security, Privacy, or Web Systems).
• Strong publication record in top-tier venues.
• Experience with web stack and browser APIs.
• Familiarity with crawling tools such as Playwright or Puppeteer is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research on third-party tracking, identity graphs, and AI-enabled browsing.
• Design experiments to measure privacy risks and data leakage.
• Develop defensive techniques to protect users.
• Publish results in high-impact venues.

Skills

PhD in CS

Publications

Web technologies

Playwright

Puppeteer

English fluency

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Playwright

Puppeteer

Job description

1000scholars in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France, invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to explore boundaries of web privacy and security. The project, part of the PEPR Cybersecurity REV initiative, focuses on tracking techniques, AI-integrated browsing, and defensive mechanisms.

The successful candidate will conduct measurements, analyze data, and publish in top-tier venues. Fluency in English required; French not required.