PhD and Postdoctoral Researcher in Secure Distributed Computing (SeDiC)
Join the innovative Research School on Secure Distributed Computing to advance secure, scalable, and efficient distributed systems.
Best for:Best for computer science researchers with expertise in distributed systems, cybersecurity, or network architectures seeking a structured PhD or postdoc opportunity with strong industry-academia collaboration.
Overview
The Research School Secure Distributed Computing (SeDiC) at the University of Potsdam, in collaboration with the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI), offers PhD and postdoctoral positions. This programme focuses on addressing challenges in exchanging and computing data across interconnected systems, with a strong emphasis on network architectures, distributed systems, and cybersecurity. Researchers will develop innovative solutions to enhance secure communications, bolster resilience against cyber threats, and support the deployment of scalable distributed systems. The programme provides a structured research environment with mentorship, peer interaction, and significant travel funding.
What you'll do
- Conduct cutting-edge research on secure distributed computing, focusing on data exchange, scalability, efficiency, and security across interconnected systems.
- Develop innovative solutions to enhance secure communications and bolster resilience against cyber threats.
- Collaborate with peers and mentors within the SeDiC research school and external partners in Germany and abroad.
- Participate in structured research training, seminars, and discussion groups to advance research skills.
- Publish research findings in high-impact academic journals and conferences.
- Engage in interdisciplinary projects that integrate expertise in network architectures, distributed systems, and cybersecurity.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English (no minimum proficiency level specified)
Instruction: English (primary), German (secondary)
- Proven expertise in distributed systems or cybersecurity.
- Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, Java, C/C++) for research implementation.
- Experience with network protocols and secure communication methodologies.
- Ability to conduct independent research and publish results in academic venues.
- No nationality restrictions.
- No prior experience caps mentioned.
- Open to both PhD and postdoctoral applicants.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and transcripts, a brief research proposal specifying the HPI research group(s) of interest, work samples or relevant scientific work, and a letter of recommendation. Applications should be sent via email to the respective research school speaker.
- Curriculum vitae
- Copies of certificates/transcripts
- Brief research proposal (mentioning suitable HPI research group(s))
- Work samples or copies of relevant scientific work (e.g., Master's thesis)
- Letter of recommendation
Contact
Christian Dörr· Research School Speaker
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