Postdoctoral Researcher (50 %; until 31.12.2028, end of project): Neuro-Cybersecurity and Secur[...]

Stellenbeschreibung:

Faculty of Medicine : Neurotechnology

In order to fill a fixed-term position in part-time (50% = hours/week) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for 1 postdoctoral researcher (50% until , end of project) in Neuro-Cybersecurity and Secure Neurotechnology (m/f/d).

Postdoctoral Researcher (50 %; until , end of project): Neuro-Cybersecurity and Secure Neurotechnology (m/f/d)

Led by Professor Christian Klaes, the KlaesLab specializes in exploring the intersection between biological and artificial systems. Professor Klaes holds the professorship for neurotechnology at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum and is an expert in human and monkey brain-computer interfaces, both invasive and non-invasive. Currently, the lab is focused on using state-of-the-art machine learning approaches for brain-machine interfaces to control devices, developing advanced neural analysis methods to control human hand exoskeletons, and conducting virtual reality research using VR, EEG, and invasive neural recordings from humans. The lab has a broad network of collaborations within Ruhr-University Bochum, as well as with external partners such as Caltech, Ruhr University of Applied Sciences (Iossifidis Lab), German Primate Center, University of Madeira, Snap GmbH, and many others.

The postdoctoral researcher will play a central scientific role in the KlaesLab subproject, bridging experimental neurotechnology and cybersecurity-oriented research. The position combines independent research, conceptual integration, and scientific coordination.

Your tasks:

Scientific coordination of the KlaesLab contributions to BrainGuard
Development of threat models and security concepts for neurotechnological systems
Methodological supervision of PhD projects on EEG-based authentication and neural data decoding and privacy risks
Integration of experimental findings into broader neuro-cybersecurity frameworks
Close collaboration with project partners in cybersecurity, cryptography, and embedded systems
Publication of results in high-impact international journals and conferences

Your profile:

PhD in Neuroscience, Neuroengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
Strong background in neural data analysis, brain–machine interfaces, or computational neuroscience
Demonstrated interest in security, privacy, or trustworthy AI in sensitive systems
Experience in interdisciplinary research and scientific project coordination
Very good command of English

We offer:

Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence
Options for flexible working (mobile working and teleworking)
Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team
A varied sports program with around 100 sport disciplines and the university's own gym
A highly interdisciplinary and intellectually stimulating research environment
The opportunity to shape an emerging research field at the intersection of neurotechnology and cybersecurity
Excellent conditions for scientific visibility, networking, and career development

Further information:

The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade TV-L E13 TV-L.

Further information can be found at (in German).

The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.

If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.

RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.

German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF).

The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact .