Doctoral Researcher (3-Year Fixed Term) | PhDs (3 years) (m,f,x)

Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 10, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This is an exceptional opportunity for highly motivated Master's graduates to join the Cluster of Excellence "CASA: Securing the Digital Society" at Ruhr-University Bochum, one of Europe's most prestigious institutions for IT security research. The role is a full-time, three-year fixed-term position focused on completing a doctorate (PhD) within an interdisciplinary environment. Successful candidates will conduct cutting-edge research addressing critical modern cybersecurity challenges, including quantum technologies, AI-based disinformation, ransomware defense, and human-centered security. The position requires an outstanding Master's degree in fields like Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Psychology, along with fluency in English and foundational knowledge in relevant security domains (e.g., Cryptography, System Security). This role offers a unique chance to contribute to scientific breakthroughs in securing the digital society.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree (M.Sc.) with outstanding/above-average grades in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Psychology (preferably with a technology relationship), or related disciplines is mandatory.

Experience

  • Experience working towards a doctorate (PhD) is expected
  • Basic knowledge in one or more CASA research areas (e.g., Cryptography, System Security)

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract duration of 3 years.