Postdoctoral Research Associate

Fixed-Term (6 months) 

Starting Salary is £41,374 per annum (including London Allowance)*

*This is the expected starting salary for this post however appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Applications are invited for the post of Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Information Security.

The role supports the delivery of the research project “New Approaches for the Linear Transform in BFV/BGV”. The successful applicant will work with Dr Rachel Player and her research team on this project. The successful applicant will be based in the Cryptography Group within the Department. This is a team of nine permanent academic staff and several PhD students who conduct research across four main areas: secure computation, post-quantum cryptography, protocol security, and cryptography for AI.

The successful applicant will have comprehensive knowledge of fully homomorphic encryption, knowledge of research techniques and methodologies relevant to cryptography research, excellent communication skills, and the ability to present complex information effectively to a range of audiences. They will have strong programming skills and a good quality publication record.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.
• Free parking

The University has adopted hybrid working for some roles and so some remote working would be possible for this role. 

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Rachel Player on rachel.player@rhul.ac.uk or +44 (0)1784 276872.

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk

Closing Date: 23:59, 29 June 2026 

Interview Date: TBC (early July)

Royal Holloway is committed to equality and diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community. Read here about structures and initiatives around equality and diversity, including information on staff diversity networks.

We particularly welcome female applicants as they are under-represented at this level in the Department of Information Security within Royal Holloway, University of London.

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