Research Assistant - Cellular Network Security

About the role

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore, through its College of Computing and Data Science, is recruiting a Research Assistant to carry out research on cellular network security, focusing on 4G/5G mobile networks and core network systems. The role works closely with the Principal Investigator and the research team.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse cellular network architectures, protocols and implementations to identify potential security vulnerabilities.
• Design and run experiments to validate identified security issues and assess their practical impact.
• Develop experimental testbeds, prototypes and security analysis tools where needed.
• Contribute to research publications, technical reports, presentations and other project deliverables.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated research experience in cellular network security, shown by publications in high-quality venues.
• Experience in network protocol analysis, system security or security research.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of computer networks and network security.
• Familiarity with cellular networks, including 4G/5G systems and core network architectures.
• Good programming and experimental research skills.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.