Game-theoretic Approaches to Security
PhD and PostDoc Vacancies in Security
The project
The project aims to develop new approaches to the design and analysis of secure systems based on the observation that the security of a system can be considered as the result of a game between a defender and an attacker of the system. This observation opens up a wealth of analysis methods from the field of game theory. It is expected that game theoretic approaches have an impact on the design and analysis of fair-exchange protocols and other types of security protocols. Research will be conducted on the study of security attacks and counter-measures to prevent or mitigate such attacks. The project will focus on the application of non-zero sum games and games of imperfect information.
Requirements
Profile for the PhD student position:
- A master's (or equivalent) degree in Computer Science or Mathematics (or related field) with a strong interest in security. Knowledge in game theory is an advantage.
- Inquisitiveness, commitment, and a critical attitude
- Very good written and oral English skills, a working knowledge in German and/or French is an advantage.
Profile for the PostDoc position:
- A PhD in computer science or mathematics (or related field) with expertise in security and game theory
- Inquisitiveness, commitment, and a critical attitude
- A strong publication record
- Very good written and oral English skills, a working knowledge in German and/or French is an advantage.
Tasks
The tasks for the PhD student will be to
- Carry out research
- Publish scientific papers
- Write a PhD thesis
- Supervise Master and/or Bachelor students
The tasks for the PostDoc will be to
- Carry out research
- Supervise PhD, Master, and/or Bachelor students
- Write (or support in writing) grant proposals
- Assist in teaching
Appointment and Salary
The PhD student will be employed for a period of 3 years (40 hrs/week), with a possible extension of 1 year. The PostDoc will be employed for a period of 3 years (40 hrs/week). Supervision will be done by Prof. Dr. Leon van der Torre and Prof. Dr. Sjouke Mauw
PostDoc and PhD student will be appointed by the University of Luxembourg. The PostDoc shall start on April 1, 2009 (or shortly after) and the PhD student shall start in the first half of 2009.
The remuneration for the PhD position is around 24.000 EUR/year netto, and for the PostDoc position between 39.000 and 52.500 EUR/year netto. (Note: These figures are meant as an indication and may vary according to personal circumstances.)
Information
For inquiries about the project or the positions, please contact Prof. Dr. Leon van der Torre (leon.vandertorre@uni.lu, +352 4666445261) or Prof. Dr. Sjouke Mauw (sjouke.mauw@uni.lu, +352 4666445480).
Application
Interested parties are invited to send an application in PDF format to leon.vandertorre@uni.lu and sjouke.mauw@uni.lu. The application should consist of the following documents:
- An application letter
- Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications)
- Names and addresses of two referees
The deadline for application is Feb 20, 2009.
Your application needs to include the relevant job reference number F1R-CSC-AFR-0802 for the PhD student position or F1R-CSC-AFR-0803 for the PostDoc position.