Senior/Research Scientist (13-month contract), SCIS

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution in Singapore seeks a researcher to conduct research on Novel Cryptography Algorithms. Responsibilities include designing and implementing post-quantum cryptographic algorithms for robotic systems, and working collaboratively in a small agile research team. A PhD in a related field and proficiency in programming languages are required to apply for this position.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Generous professional development opportunities

Attractive benefits and welfare

Qualifications

• Minimum PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant research experience in cybersecurity or cryptography preferred.
• Proficiency in C and Python programming.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on Novel Cryptography Algorithms to improve security in robotic systems.
• Design tailored post-quantum cryptographic algorithms for robotic systems.
• Implement and benchmark lightweight authentication algorithms.

Skills

Programming in C

Programming in Python

Knowledge of post-quantum cryptography

Security analysis of cryptographic protocols

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related fields

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate will be responsible for conducting research on Novel Cryptography Algorithms and Techniques toImprove Security in Robotic systems. Successful candidate will be part of an active research team led by Prof Haiyang Xue from School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS), Singapore Management University (SMU).

Candidate's core responsibilities are:

• The design of tailored post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) algorithms for Robotic Systems.
• Efficient and secure implement of post-quantum cryptographic algorithms.
• Investigate the design of lightweight authentication for resource-constrained robotic nodes.
• Implement and benchmark the resulting lightweight authentication algorithms.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or closely related disciplines from an institution of higher learning; with particular focus on cryptography
• Minimum 3 years of relevant research experience in cybersecurity or cryptography is preferred
• Proficiency in programming software/languages such as C and Python will be positively considered/ is required
• Proven track record and professional experience in secure implementation of PQC algorithms
• Demonstrated experience and know-how on cybersecurity and/or cryptography
• Excellent working knowledge of post-quantum cryptography, such as lattice, coding, and mpc-in-the-head
• Technical skills in security analysis of cryptographic protocols
• Ability to break down complex problems and design effective solutions
• Innovating new approaches and thinking outside the box
• Applicants with research publications in cryptography/cybersecurity area will be advantageous
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a small, agile academic research team is essential
• Self-motivated individual who can work independently and collaboratively with team members

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Singapore Management University