PhD and PostDoc Positions in Cyber-Physical Security (m/f/d) - Group Singh

Dr. Mridula Singh is looking for motivated PhD and Postdoc applicants in the area of cyber-physical security. The positions are not project-bound, so they allow candidates to freely choose and work on their preferred research directions within following focuses:

Secure Position Navigation and Timing: Designing and developing secure ranging and positioning systems, including GNSS, UWB, 5G, and LEO Satellites.
Secure Perception and Communication: Security analysis of perception and navigation sensors for autonomous vehicles, such as LiDAR, RADAR, and INS.
Preserving Location Privacy: Analyzing privacy risks of evolving communication protocols, such as LTE & 5G.

Group Singh explores vulnerabilities of cyber-physical systems and provides secure alternatives. Recent research highlights vulnerabilities of the GNSS positioning, UWB ranging and CANBus communication. They are currently exploring the possibility of designing secure sensors (e.g., RADAR), secure and scalable positioning systems (e.g., GNSS+LEO+5G), and exploring privacy leakage from communication protocols.

What We Offer

Competitive full time-gross base salary for E13 according to the scale of the TVöD (German Federal Employment Agreement)
Comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance coverage, 30 days of paid vacation and a robust pension scheme.
Possibilities for personal and professional growth, encompassing language classes, research support, as well as extracurricular and social activities.
Our onboarding team will provide you with all the necessary support for a seamless and successful start to your journey with us.
We maintain a trustworthy, inclusive, and safe space and are looking for curious and creative new colleagues willing to learn & grow in an enjoyable and friendly team atmosphere.

What We Expect

You have a Bachelor's or Master’s degree from a research-oriented institution of higher education in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering .
Familiarity with lab equipment like Software Defined Radios, Oscilloscope, spectrum analyzers, and signal vector generators is a plus but not a requirement.
You should be interested in cyber-physical systems, wireless communication, and/or automotive sensor security .
Excellent English, but no German? CISPA is an international research institute. Knowing German is really not necessary, although daily life is a bit smoother if you speak a few words and if you want to learn German, we offer free courses.

Working at CISPA

We promote a flat hierarchy that encourages working together as a cohesive team and contributing one’s perspectives and ideas.
We offer an excellent research environment with close individual supervision, worldwide collaborations, and with significant funding for travel and equipment.
Our locations are in Saarbrücken and St. Ingbert, in the Saarland region with international flair (e.g., an International School and distinguished cuisine influenced by the proximity to the French border). Saarland is also known for its green spaces, parks and proximity to nature, providing opportunities for relaxation and outdoor activities.

CISPA is committed to increasing the representation of women, minorities, and individuals with disability in Computer Science. In accordance with the Equal Opportunity Plan, CISPA aims at increasing the number of women in Computer Science, and explicitly encourages women to apply. Applications of severely disabled candidates with equivalent qualifications will be given priority. In general, we welcome applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

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