Postdoc in Computer Science

Reference number: PA-2025-3806
Institution: School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Employment type: Full-time, temporary (maximum 2 years)
Start date: According to agreement
Application deadline: 30 January 2026

Overview

The Secure Systems Group (SSG) at EECS/SCS, KTH, invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in systems security and privacy. This position focuses on advancing research in security and privacy, particularly at the intersection of AI and security/privacy, and is offered under the supervision of Prof. N. Asokan and Prof. Panos Papadimitratos.

The goal is to provide a supportive environment to develop the candidate into an independent academic. In addition to leading research projects, the postdoc will gain experience in student supervision and mentoring.

SSG’s research covers security and privacy challenges from both offensive and defensive perspectives, with a focus on:

• Platform security and applications

• Machine learning and security/privacy

More information on past SSG activities: SSG Research

Qualifications

Required

• Doctoral degree or equivalent (must be completed by the time of employment decision)

• Strong documented research expertise in systems security, particularly security/privacy and AI, with top-tier publications as primary author

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

• Collaborative and teamwork skills

• High motivation and ability to work independently

Preferred

• Doctoral degree obtained within the last three years

• Teaching experience and documented student supervision

• Significant industry research experience

• Experience in hardware-assisted mechanisms for software protection

• Awareness of diversity and gender equality issues

Personal skills and motivation will be highly emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and lead research projects in systems security and privacy

• Collaborate with faculty and other researchers in the SSG

• Supervise and mentor students

Application Materials

Applicants must submit their application through KTH’s recruitment system and include the following:

1. Cover letter: One-page summary

2. Curriculum vitae: Maximum five pages, detailing academic, professional, and other relevant achievements

3. Statement of purpose: Up to two pages, describing motivation, research interests, preparation (education, technical knowledge, research experience), future goals, and relevance to SSG

4. Transcripts and degrees: Certified copies (with English translations if needed)

5. Full list of publications

6. Representative publications: Up to three relevant papers

7. Recommendation letters: Contact information for at least three references

All applications must be received by midnight CET/CEST on 30 January 2026.

Employment Conditions

• Maximum duration: 2 years

• Full-time (100%)

• Focus on research as a first career step after PhD

• Salary: Monthly (set individually)

• May require security clearance under the Protective Security Act (2018:585), if classified as security-sensitive

Contact Information

• Panagiotis Papadimitratos: papadim@kth.se

• Prof. N. Asokan: asokan@acm.org

• HR Contact: Felicia Gustafsson, rekrytering@eecs.kth.se

About KTH

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is a leading international technical university that promotes education, research, and innovation. The university emphasizes equality, diversity, and inclusion as core values.

More information on working at KTH and benefits: KTH Careers

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