Research Associate / Senior Research Associate in Cyber Security (Software Library Vulnerabilities and Mitigations)
University of Bristol - School of Computer Science
| Location: | Bristol |
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| Salary: | £37,999 to £47,874 Grade I / J, per annum |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
| Placed On: | 7th January 2025 |
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| Closes: | 4th February 2025 |
| Job Ref: | ACAD107895 |
Salary:
Grade I £37,999 - £43,878 per annum;
Grade J £42,632 - £47,874 per annum
The role
Join the Bristol Cyber Security Group, led by Professor Awais Rashid at the University of Bristol, recognised as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research by the NCSC and EPSRC.
We are on the lookout for a candidate to join us working on a project studying vulnerabilities in software libraries and developing novel mechanisms to mitigate the impact of such vulnerabilities in large-scale software systems deployed in digital infrastructures.
With confirmed funding for 12 months, this fixed term position offers a unique opportunity to actively contribute to the strong profile of Cyber Security at Bristol and its interdisciplinary ethos.
What will you be doing?
We are seeking candidates with a robust background in software security, program analysis and Java programming language. Candidates should also have a strong understanding of experimental work on software security, with demonstrated ability to instrument systems and analyse them.
You should apply if
- Knowledge and experience of software security primarily from a vulnerability point of view.
- Strong understanding and experience of program analysis and relevant tools.
- Demonstrated experience and strong programming skills in Java.
Additional information
For informal queries please contact:
Professor Awais Rashid (awais.rashid@bristol.ac.uk)
Dr. Partha Das Chowdhury (partha.daschowdhury@bristol.ac.uk)
To find out more about what it's like to work in the Faculty of Engineering, and how the Faculty supports people to achieve their potential, please see our staff blog:
https://engineeringincludesme.blogs.bristol.ac.uk/
Contract type: Fixed term for 12 months
Work pattern: Full time
School/Unit: School of Computer Science
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 4th February 2025.
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- Science Engineering_Further Particulars_2024-25.pdf
- ACAD107895 - Cyber Security - Software Library Vulnerabilities and Mitigations - JD.pdf
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