Postdoctoral Researcher in Secure Computer Architecture

Location: Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PJ

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Oxford Secure and Advanced Computer Architecture Research (OSCAR) group at the Department of Engineering Science (central Oxford). The post is funded by UKRI EPSRC and is fixed term for 24 months, with possible extension for an additional 12 months. 

You will be contributing to a new EPSRC-funded project focused on investigating new attack vectors and security mechanisms in chiplet-based architectures. The project will be performed in collaboration with other academic and industrial partners and will innovate new mechanisms to secure future computing systems at lower costs and performance overheads. 

About you

You should possess a PhD/DPhil in Engineering, Computer Science or other related field, (with the possibility to underfill at Grade 6 (£34,982 - £40,855 p.a.) if candidate holds a relevant degree and is working on PhD/DPhil) together with established knowledge in computer architecture and hardware security, significant coding experience (both Python and C/C++), and a record of working in a Linux environment and related scripting languages. 

What we offer

At the university of Oxford your happiness and wellbeing at work is important to us. We have a number of generous benefits including 38 days' annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and fixed closure days), generous pension schemes and free access to the Oxford colleges. The other benefits include: 

• Travel - We have several travel schemes available for staff which promote sustainable modes of transport.
• Family friendly benefits - We aim to be a family-friendly employer and offer a range of flexible working options. We have some of the most generous family leave provision in the Higher Education sector.  
• Sports – We have several schemes to help you stay fit and healthy, including discounted membership of the university sports centre on the Iffley Road
• Personal and professional development - We actively encourage all staff to participate in planning their personal and professional development and provide a broad range of opportunities to enable them to reach their full potential.
• University club - All staff are entitled to free membership of the University Club. It offers social and hospitality facilities, a small gym and exercise classes.
• Staff discounts - University staff can access shopping discounts in several ways; by purchasing a TOTUM card, by showing an employee pass in selected local stores, or online by using any of the listed discount codes
• Childcare services - We offer excellent childcare services including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at other local private nurseries. 

How to apply

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via the above ‘Apply’ button and should include the covering letter/supporting statement (describing how you meet the criteria), a CV, and names of two academic references.

The position is a full-time fixed term post available for 24 months, with possible extension of an additional 12 months.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 30 September 2025. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof Amro Awad: amro.awad@eng.ox.ac.uk 

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.

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