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Position Description
Area: Department of Computer Science
Duration: 3 Years
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000
The Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Crypography.
Job Description:
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for two Postdoctoral Associate appointments in Cryptography for a period of three years. The sucessful incumbants will work under the supervision of Prof. Rei Safavi-Naini, Prof. Barry Sanders, and Prof. Daniel Oblak. Expertise in cryptography is essential, and knowledge of quantum theory is a strong advantage. The focus of the positions is on quantum-resistant, and quantum-enabled cryptography, and is funded by an NSERC Alliance Quantum Consortia grant entitled: “Accelerating the transition to quantum-resistant cryptography.”
A Ph.D. degree and evidence of excellence in research are required. Successful applicants are expected to maintain an active program of research and participate in research activities with academic and industry partners in the grant. The annual salary is within the range of $55,000 - $65,000 (CAD) depending on the qualifications. The positions are available immediately.
Application Details:
Applications should include a cover letter describing their interest in the position, a curriculum vitae and research statement and at least two reference letters. Interested individuals should send their application to [email protected]. Inquiries may be addressed to Rei Safavi-Naini ([email protected]). Applications will be considered as they are submitted until the position is filled.
Additional Information
To learn more about postdoctoral scholar opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Postdoc Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Faculty of Science.
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About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
To succeed as one of Canada’s top universities, where new ideas are created, tested and applied through first-class teaching and research, the University of Calgary needs more of the best minds in our classrooms and labs. We’re increasing our scholarly capacity by investing in people who want to change the world, bringing the best and brightest to Calgary to form a global intellectual hub and achieve advances that matter to everyone. For more information visit research.ucalgary.ca/postdocs.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from the strongest economy in the nation and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).
