Postdoctoral Researcher – Cryptography, AI

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft

Postdoctoral Researcher focusing on privacy technologies and AI security at Fraunhofer Institute. Engaging in research, mentoring, and publishing in leading cryptography venues.

Posted 4/19/2026full-timeDarmstadt • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct research in privacy-enhancing technologies, secure and verifiable computation, and the protection of AI-driven systems operating in adversarial environments
Publish scientific articles in top cryptography and cybersecurity venues (A and A* CORE ranking)
Mentor early-career researchers and participate in teaching activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed an excellent doctorate in computer science
Proven track record of high-quality publications
Expertise in cryptography and/or machine learning
Demonstrated leadership and ability to mentor early-career researchers
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent written and spoken English (German language skills are not required)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work at a renowned, internationally leading institute in the field of cybersecurity.
Collaborate on innovative research and development projects with partners from industry, government, and other research institutions.
Be part of a friendly, open, and collegial environment with a dynamic and creative working atmosphere.
Family-friendly culture with flexible working hours and the option to work from home on a regular basis.
Attractive performance- and success-based remuneration components.
Weekly working time: 39 hours.
This position is also available on a part-time basis.
We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications.

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Hard Skills & Tools

cryptographymachine learningprivacy-enhancing technologiessecure computationverifiable computation

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringindependent workcollaborative workcommunication

Certifications

doctorate in computer science