Research Assistant | PhD Student (fulltime) — Department Digital Business & Software Engineering

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Research Assistant | PhD Student (fulltime)
in the „Josef Ressel Centre for Security Analysis of IoT Devices“

At the Josef Ressel Center for Security Analysis of IoT Devices, we research the security of Internet of Things devices, thus laying the groundwork for an automated testing process for the first time. As a research assistant, you will support us in developing and automating security analyses.

Your duties

Participation in an applied research project at the intersection of the Internet of Things and IT security
Security analysis of various IoT devices
Identification of common security criteria across multiple devices
Automation of security analyses
Writing scientific publications and presenting the results at international conferences
If the prerequisites are met, we support your doctoral project in the field of IoT security

Your profile

Master’s degree, diploma, or PhD in computer science or a related discipline
In-depth knowledge in at least one of the areas of IT security, Internet of Things, hardware, or software
Technical knowledge of modern security mechanisms is an advantage
Excellent English skills and international orientation
High motivation to pursue a PhD if suitably qualified

What we offer

A challenging job in an ambitious and international team
Collegial welcome into a corporate culture characterised by cooperation and team spirit
Various social and fringe benefits
A workplace at an attractive location in the centre of Innsbruck with an alpine and urban flair
Depending on qualifications and experience, we offer a total annual gross salary of € 50.100,– (for 40h/Week) or monthly € 3.578,50
This is a funded project position of the Josef-Ressel-Center
The position is directly linked to the duration of the Josef-Ressel-Center and is set for a maximum of 4 years

Voluntary social services and benefits

Food & Drinks

Continuing Education

Networking & Events

Mobility

Health & Wellbeing

Sports

Your application

Are you interested in becoming part of our dedicated team? If you are driven to solve tasks independently, and if you are adaptable and able to work under pressure, we look forward to receiving your application. Your contact for this position is Ms Laura Kogler.

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Your contact

Laura Kogler
HR-Management
+43 512 2070 1326

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