Research Assistant at the Chair of Digital Security (m­/­f­/­d)

This is a full-time position, to start at the earliest convenience, based on a limited-term contract valid for a period of three years, with the option of renewal. Your responsibilities

• Independent work on a research topic in cybersecurity with the goal of pursuing a PhD
• Contribution to research projects in cybersecurity / digital security, in particular digital forensics, intrusion detection, attack analysis, monitoring (VMI, eBPF), and intrusion tolerance (BFT algorithms)
• Contribution to publications, project proposals, and scientific exchange (conferences, workshops)
• Plan, administer and deliver classes of a total of 5 hours per week
• Maintenance and further development of research prototypes as well as research and teaching infrastructure
• Support in supervising students (theses, projects)

• Relevant university Master’s degree in computer science, IT security, or a closely related field
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity (e.g. systems/network security, cryptography, secure software, digital forensics)
• Ability to work independently on complex research topics
• Interest in scientific work and willingness to pursue a PhD
• Very good programming skills, preferably in systems-oriented languages (e.g. C/C++, Rust), and experience with Linux and development tools
• Very good written and spoken English (at least C1); German is an advantage but not required; ability to conduct exercises and tutorials in English or German

The University of Passau owes its strong visibility and good repute to excellent research, innovative teaching and its tight-knit international academic networks. Some 11,000 students and more than 1,300 staff study and work on our university campus, which is located a stone’s throw from the historical Old Town of Passau and combines state-of-the-art technical infrastructure with award-winning architecture. Internationally successful high-tech companies and a vibrant start-up scene, coupled with a rich culture and Lower Bavarian traditions, give Passau and the surrounding area a special appeal that makes it a great place to live and work.