Head of a Scientific Department in The Field of

vor 7 Monaten


Darmstadt, Deutschland Secure Information Technology Vollzeit

Fraunhofer SIT is one of the leading research institutions for IT security in Germany and Europe. The focus is on applied research and the development of innovative solutions for real security and data protection issues of our time. The progress of science and the publication of our results at top conferences are just as much a focus as is the transfer of our results to industry, government and society. The institute is part of the National Research Center for Applied Cybersecurity ATHENE, the largest research center for cybersecurity in Europe, and is closely linked to the two partner universities Technische Universität Darmstadt and Goethe University Frankfurt.
We are looking for a dynamic leader to head a research department in the field of applied cryptography at the Institute's headquarters in Darmstadt. The position offers the opportunity to independently shape the research work of the Institute and ATHENE in this area and to build and lead a research team. In addition to research, it is also possible to participate independently in teaching at the Institute's two partner universities. The department head is responsible for setting priorities and developing the department's specialist strategy. Current projects of the institute, which are to be continued in the department, are in the areas of post-quantum cryptography and cryptoagility.

**What you will do**
- Head of a department in the field of applied cryptography at the Fraunhofer Institute for Secure Information Technology in Darmstadt
- Management of a scientific team, including personnel development
- Independent acquisition of third-party funds
- Conception, implementation and monitoring of research projects
- Close cooperation with the institute´s other departments and with external partners in business, administration, society and in academic and industrial research and development Responsibility for adherence to quality standards, budgets and schedules in all department projects**What you bring to the table**
- PhD in a relevant field, e.g. computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering
- Several years of experience in research in the field of applied cryptography**What you can expect**
- A challenging and varied position in a dynamic, interdisciplinary and international research environment
- The opportunity to independently shape a research area and bring it to life through excellent projects
- Generous and flexible personnel and material resources (e.g. laboratories, travel funds)
- A unique opportunity for collaboration, combination of practice and theory, development of complementary skills, mentoring and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Support for personal and professional development through continuing education and training
- A motivated and dedicated team as well as an open and collegial working atmosphere
- Family-friendly working culture with flexible working hours and conditions
- Attractive performance and success-related remuneration components The position is initially limited to two years - a long-term cooperation is soughtWith its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Fraunhofer Institute for Secure Information Technology SIT

Requisition Number: 74053 Application Deadline:



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