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PhD in Simulated Security Analysis

  • Faculty of Science
  • 14485
  • Master's
  • €3.059 - €3.881
  • 38 hours
  • Closes on
    20-10-2025
Apply

PhD in Simulated Security Analysis

  • Faculty of Science
  • 14485
  • Master's
  • €3.059 - €3.881
  • 38 hours
  • Closes on
    20-10-2025
Apply

Working at the UvA

Join Us!

Our modern society relies upon numerous electronic devices that use encryption to communicate and operate securely. We want to make these devices more secure with pre-silicon fabrication using extra-functional multi-/many-core simulator under active development in University van Amsterdam. 

Working at the UvA

Join Us!

Our modern society relies upon numerous electronic devices that use encryption to communicate and operate securely. We want to make these devices more secure with pre-silicon fabrication using extra-functional multi-/many-core simulator under active development in University van Amsterdam. 

All about this vacancy

This is what you will do

  • Conduct high-quality research in the field of Computer Systems (and Computer Security), resulting in academic publications in peer-reviewed international conferences and/or journals
  • Contribute as Teaching Assistant in Bachelor and Master courses (in English)
  • Meet regularly with your academic supervisor to discuss and analyse the technical details of your ongoing research
  • Perform research-oriented internships in the industry

What we ask of you

  • Completed or soon-to-be completed MSc in Computer Science (Informatics)
  • Background in Computer Systems (Mandatory) and preferably also Computer Security
  • Experience with Multi-/Many-Core simulators like HotSniper, CoMeT, etc.
  • Fluency in oral and written English, good presentation skills
  • Interest in collaborating with a highly international and open team 

This is what we offer you

A temporary contract for 38 hours per week for the duration of 4 years (the initial contract will be for a period of 18 months and after satisfactory evaluation it will be extended for a total duration of 4 years). The preferred starting date is January 2026. This should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). We will draft an educational plan that includes attendance of courses and (international) meetings. We also expect you to assist in teaching undergraduates and master students.

The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience, ranges between € 3,059 to € 3,881 (scale P). This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% year-end allowance. The UFO profile PhD Candidate is applicable. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable.

Curious about our extensive secondary benefits package? You can read more about it here.

All about this vacancy

This is what you will do

  • Conduct high-quality research in the field of Computer Systems (and Computer Security), resulting in academic publications in peer-reviewed international conferences and/or journals
  • Contribute as Teaching Assistant in Bachelor and Master courses (in English)
  • Meet regularly with your academic supervisor to discuss and analyse the technical details of your ongoing research
  • Perform research-oriented internships in the industry

What we ask of you

  • Completed or soon-to-be completed MSc in Computer Science (Informatics)
  • Background in Computer Systems (Mandatory) and preferably also Computer Security
  • Experience with Multi-/Many-Core simulators like HotSniper, CoMeT, etc.
  • Fluency in oral and written English, good presentation skills
  • Interest in collaborating with a highly international and open team 

This is what we offer you

A temporary contract for 38 hours per week for the duration of 4 years (the initial contract will be for a period of 18 months and after satisfactory evaluation it will be extended for a total duration of 4 years). The preferred starting date is January 2026. This should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). We will draft an educational plan that includes attendance of courses and (international) meetings. We also expect you to assist in teaching undergraduates and master students.

The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience, ranges between € 3,059 to € 3,881 (scale P). This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% year-end allowance. The UFO profile PhD Candidate is applicable. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable.

Curious about our extensive secondary benefits package? You can read more about it here.

Your place at the UvA

You will work in this team

The Faculty of Science has a student body of around 8,000, as well as 1,800 members of staff working in education, research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works, be it elementary particles, the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain.

The mission of the Informatics Institute of UvA is to perform curiosity-driven and use-inspired fundamental research and to train talent by high-quality academic education in diverse areas of informatics. Our research involves complex information systems focusing on collaborative, data driven, computational and intelligent systems in five research themes: Artificial Intelligence; Computational Science; Data Science; People, Society & Technology and Systems & Networking.

The Parallel Computing Systems (PCS) group at the University of Amsterdam performs research on the design, programming and run-time management of parallel and distributed computer systems. The modeling, analysis and optimization of the extra-functional aspects of these systems, such as performance, power/energy consumption, thermals, reliability, security or verifiability but also the degree of productivity to design and program these systems, play a pivotal role in this work.

More about the UvA

The University of Amsterdam is ambitious, creative and committed. An inspiration to students since 1632, a vanguard player in international science and a partner in innovation.
The University of Amsterdam is the largest university in the Netherlands, with the broadest range of courses on offer. An intellectual hub with 42,000 students, 6,000 staff and 3,000 PhD students. Connected by a culture of curiosity.

Your place at the UvA

This is where you will be working

You will work in this team

The Faculty of Science has a student body of around 8,000, as well as 1,800 members of staff working in education, research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works, be it elementary particles, the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain.

The mission of the Informatics Institute of UvA is to perform curiosity-driven and use-inspired fundamental research and to train talent by high-quality academic education in diverse areas of informatics. Our research involves complex information systems focusing on collaborative, data driven, computational and intelligent systems in five research themes: Artificial Intelligence; Computational Science; Data Science; People, Society & Technology and Systems & Networking.

The Parallel Computing Systems (PCS) group at the University of Amsterdam performs research on the design, programming and run-time management of parallel and distributed computer systems. The modeling, analysis and optimization of the extra-functional aspects of these systems, such as performance, power/energy consumption, thermals, reliability, security or verifiability but also the degree of productivity to design and program these systems, play a pivotal role in this work.

More about the UvA

The University of Amsterdam is ambitious, creative and committed. An inspiration to students since 1632, a vanguard player in international science and a partner in innovation.
The University of Amsterdam is the largest university in the Netherlands, with the broadest range of courses on offer. An intellectual hub with 42,000 students, 6,000 staff and 3,000 PhD students. Connected by a culture of curiosity.

Important to know

Your application & contact

If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the apply button. We accept applications until and including 20 October 2025.

Applications should include the following information (all files besides your cv should be submitted in one single pdf file):

  • a detailed CV including the months (not just years) when referring to your education and work experience;
  • a letter of motivation;
  • a list of publications;
  • the names and email addresses of two references who can provide letters of recommendation.

A knowledge security check can be part of the selection procedure (for details: national knowledge security guidelines).

Only complete applications received within the response period via the apply link will be considered.

If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact:

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

As an employer, the UvA maintains an equal opportunities policy. We value diversity and are fully committed to being a place where everyone feels at home. We nurture inquisitive minds and perseverance and allow room for persistent questioning. With us, curiosity and creativity are the prevailing culture.
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Studies show that women and members of underrepresented groups only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Do you meet the educational requirements but not yet all of the requested experience? The UvA encourages you to apply anyway.

Important to know

Your application & contact

If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the apply button. We accept applications until and including 20 October 2025.

Applications should include the following information (all files besides your cv should be submitted in one single pdf file):

  • a detailed CV including the months (not just years) when referring to your education and work experience;
  • a letter of motivation;
  • a list of publications;
  • the names and email addresses of two references who can provide letters of recommendation.

A knowledge security check can be part of the selection procedure (for details: national knowledge security guidelines).

Only complete applications received within the response period via the apply link will be considered.

If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact:

As an employer, the UvA maintains an equal opportunities policy. We value diversity and are fully committed to being a place where everyone feels at home. We nurture inquisitive minds and perseverance and allow room for persistent questioning. With us, curiosity and creativity are the prevailing culture.
Studies show that women and members of underrepresented groups only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Do you meet the educational requirements but not yet all of the requested experience? The UvA encourages you to apply anyway.

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