Postdoc Research Associate: Security in Ultra-Large Systems

Lancaster University; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster University invites applications for a Senior Research Associate in the SCULI project. Based at Bailrigg, Lancaster, this full-time post-doctoral role focuses on security in ultra-large scale systems, starting Spring 2027.

The role combines research leadership with collaboration across academic and industry partners to advance security controls in dynamic infrastructures. The successful candidate will develop novel techniques for orchestrating security controls and exploring trade-offs

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or equivalent is required.
• Experience in cyber security or distributed systems is essential.
• Track record of research publications in relevant venues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research to orchestrate security in future complex distributed systems.
• Develop high quality and impactful publications.
• Collaborate with academic, industry partners and EPSRC project teams.

Skills

Research

Cyber security

Distributed systems

Publications

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Job description

Lancaster University invites applications for a Senior Research Associate in the SCULI project. Based at Bailrigg, Lancaster, this full-time post-doctoral role focuses on security in ultra-large scale systems, starting Spring 2027.

The role combines research leadership with collaboration across academic and industry partners to advance security controls in dynamic infrastructures. The successful candidate will develop novel techniques for orchestrating security controls and exploring trade-offs