Postdoctoral researcher in Computer Science

About us

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.

The Postdoctoral researcher will be a member of the Department of Computer Science (DCS) within the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine at the University of Luxembourg. Within DCS, the candidate will be part of prof. Leprévost's group at the Laboratory of Algorithmics, Cryptology and Security.

Your role

The successful candidate will carry out research activities, draft research projects and attract external research funding, teach up to 90 hours a year within the Computer Science Bachelor and Master programs of the faculty, handle and coordinate activities in the area of computer science, and contribute to the organization of conferences.

The overarching scientific project is AI in security and security of AI systems. This potentially encompasses the design and implementation of techniques to deceive content classifiers, e.g. text/code, audio, images, videos, detect AI created content, or enforce digital forensics. Suggestions for other research topics in deep learning, evolutionary algorithms and their applications in security can also be discussed and are welcome.

Your profile

• The candidate should possess a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Applied Mathematics
• Proven interest in deep learning and/or evolutionary algorithms
• Proven implementation experience with "large", possibly distributed mathematical computations
• Programming skills, e.g. mastery of C / C++ and/or Python and/or Rust, and experience with UNIX/LINUX environments. Programming of GPU with Cuda is a plus
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are mandatory. Knowledge of French or German is desirable, but not a must as language courses are offered at the university

We offer

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

How to apply

Applications should include:

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL08077

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 85176 (full time).