Research Fellow in Semiconductor Security

Russell Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow in Semiconductor Security to conduct important research. Applicants are expected to hold a PhD in relevant fields and have strong publication records along with experience in hardware security. The role emphasizes collaboration within a renowned research centre known for its impactful work. This is a crucial position that will influence advanced security practices in the semiconductor field.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related field.
• Experience in hardware security/semiconductor security.
• Strong publication record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in semiconductor security.
• Undertake research in security verification within EDA tools.
• Contribute to outreach programmes and management processes.

Skills

Security verification

Side-channel analysis

Fault attacks

Hardware Trojan detection

Microarchitectural attacks

AI hardware security

Good communication skills

Education

2:1 Honours degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Computer Science/Mathematics

PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline

Job description

The Centre for Secure Information Technology (CSIT), in the School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EEECS) at Queen's University Belfast, seeks to appoint a Research Fellow in Semiconductor Security.

CSIT is an Innovation and Knowledge Centre (IKC) in cyber security funded by EPSRC and Innovate UK since 2009. It is internationally recognised for its research and innovation activities and has received numerous awards including a Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2015 and recognition as an Academic Centre of Excellence (ACE) in Cyber Security Research and in Cyber Security Education by the UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).

CSIT's research direction is shaped by its strategic partners, Thales and Rolls Royce, and it enjoys collaborative research partnerships with a range of industry and academic organisations, including CYLAB at Carnegie Mellon University, ETRI, South Korea, and CERIAS at Purdue University. CSIT also hosts the UK Research Institute in Hardware Security and Embedded Systems (RISE: ukrise.org). Uniquely for a UK research centre CSIT includes a significant engineering capability who work alongside dedicated commercial and innovation professionals with deep domain expertise to help accelerate research to market.

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to conduct research in semiconductor security.

About the person:

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake research in areas such as security verification within Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, side-channel analysis, fault attacks, hardware Trojan detection, microarchitectural attacks and/or AI hardware security. The essential criteria of the post includes:

• 2:1 Honours degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Computer Science/Mathematics (or related discipline)
• To have, or be about to obtain, a PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• Relevant research experience in hardware security/semiconductor security
• Evidence of a strong publication record commensurate with career stage and experience
• Good written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to communicate complex information clearly- Evidence of ability to contribute to broader management and administrative processes.
• Evidence of ability to contribute to the School's outreach programme by establishing links with industry, community groups, etc.
• Sufficient breadth and depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniquesto work within established research programmes.

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information document on our website.