International Postdoctoral Scholarships in Networked Systems Security, Sweden for Fellowship

  •  Fellowship
  •  01-Oct-2024
  •   Sweden
  • $$  Position at KTH Royal Institute of Technology

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is offering postdoctoral research positions within the Networked Systems Security (NSS) group at the EECS/SCS department. The positions are aimed at highly motivated individuals with a strong background in networked systems security and privacy.

To be eligible, applicants must have a doctoral degree or equivalent obtained within the last three years, along with significant research expertise in network or computer security and/or privacy-enhancing technologies.KTH Royal Institute of Technology is a prestigious university in Sweden with a rich history dating back to 1827. It offers over 60 two-year master’s degree programs in English, as well as one three-year bachelor’s program in Information and Communication Technology.

Kungliga Tekniska högskolan Information

Kungliga Tekniska högskolan Grants

International Postdoctoral Scholarships in Networked Systems Security, Sweden for Fellowship Established in 1827, Kungliga Tekniska högskolan (KTH Royal Institute of Technology) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Stockholm (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Stockholm County. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Kungliga Tekniska högskolan (KTH) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Kungliga Tekniska högskolan (KTH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 192 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Swedish higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for research in networked systems security and privacy.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
  • Hold a doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline (exceptions for special reasons such as sick or parental leave).
  • Demonstrate significant documented research expertise in network or computer security and/or privacy-enhancing technologies.
  • Possess proficiency in written and spoken English, and have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Show strong motivation and the ability to work independently.
  • Preferred qualifications include teaching abilities, documented student supervision, and awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, especially regarding gender equality.

Offered Benefits

This is a position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future. You will work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature, with engaged and ambitious colleagues in a creative, international, and dynamic working environment. The position includes help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH. The initial period is one year with the possibility of extension for an additional year.

Application Process

Apply for this scholarship by e-mail to . Mark your application with reference number J-2024-1877 in the e-mail subject field. Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than 11:59 CET October 1, 2024.

Application Requirements:

  • Cover letter: One-page summary of your application.
  • Curriculum vitae: Document detailing your relevant academic, professional, and other achievements, experience, and knowledge (maximum five pages).
  • Transcripts and degrees: Official documents from previously attended university-level institutions, with certified translations in English (if not originally in English).
  • Recommendation letters: Detailed contact information for at least two references.
  • Statement of purpose: Discuss your motivation and research interests, preparation (studies, technical knowledge, research experience, etc.), future goals, and how they relate to and complement research within NSS (maximum two pages).
  • Full list of publications.
  • Representative publications: Up to three documents, up to twenty pages each (for longer documents, provide an abstract and a web link to the full text).
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