Postdoctoral Research Associate: Cyber-Physical Systems Security and Privacy (Computer Science, Computer Engineering)
- University of Houston
- Location: Houston, TX
- Job Number: 7298051
- Posting Date: Newly posted
- Salary / Pay Rate: Based on experience
- Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
The University of Houston’s Smart Systems Security (SSS) Lab, within the Department of
Information Science Technology (IST) at the Cullen College of Engineering, is seeking
motivated and talented researcher to join our team. Our lab focuses on
addressing critical security challenges for cyber-physical systems (CPS), Internet of Things
(IoT) devices, autonomous systems, and other emerging smart technologies. We protect
smart systems by developing novel techniques for usable authentication, privacy
preservation, and resilience in the face of sophisticated cyberattacks. For further
information, please visit: https://uhssslab.com
The selected candidate will lead an exciting project focused on security and privacy in
Telepresence Systems, including VR, MR, and XR technologies. This project focuses on
integrating sensor data authenticate users and verify the authenticity of surrounding
information in virtual and augmented reality environments. Ideal candidate will:
• Develop and implement methods for real-time user authentication in telepresence
systems using various teleinteraction device sensors.
• Design and evaluate techniques for verifying the authenticity of surrounding
environmental information in virtual reality settings.
• Employ advanced security technologies such as homomorphic encryption and zeroknowledge proofs to protect personal data.
• Create solutions for real-time detection of model tampering, including mechanisms
for identifying and preventing personal data exposure.
• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at relevant
conferences.
Ideal candidate should possess, understand, and apply a comprehensive knowledge in
area of specialization. Develops understanding and skills to allow for completion of
assignments that cross fields of specialization. Develops leadership and management
skills.
1. Receives/Reviews progress and evaluates results of experiments or projects under
control or supervisory responsibility.
2. Recommends changes in research, testing or experimental procedures.
3. May be responsible for a single highly technical and complex piece of research
equipment.
4. May review and evaluate the effectiveness of personnel.
5. May plan for and assign personnel to projects under control.
6. Operates with latitude for unreviewed action.
7. May receive general supervision conferring with higher levels only in unusual
situations.
8. Performs other job-related duties as required.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields
2. Prior research experiences related to one or more of the following areas: embedded
or mobile device security, embedded systems applications, machine learning
security, user-centric security and privacy.
3. Experience and proficiency in the following areas: programming languages (C, C++,
Python), embedded systems prototyping, data analytics, signal processing,
academic writing
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The policy of the University of Houston-System and its universities is to ensure equal opportunity in all its educational programs and activities, and all terms and conditions of employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, military status, genetic information, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or status, or gender expression, except where such a distinction is required by law.
Information Science Technology (IST) at the Cullen College of Engineering, is seeking
motivated and talented researcher to join our team. Our lab focuses on
addressing critical security challenges for cyber-physical systems (CPS), Internet of Things
(IoT) devices, autonomous systems, and other emerging smart technologies. We protect
smart systems by developing novel techniques for usable authentication, privacy
preservation, and resilience in the face of sophisticated cyberattacks. For further
information, please visit: https://uhssslab.com
The selected candidate will lead an exciting project focused on security and privacy in
Telepresence Systems, including VR, MR, and XR technologies. This project focuses on
integrating sensor data authenticate users and verify the authenticity of surrounding
information in virtual and augmented reality environments. Ideal candidate will:
• Develop and implement methods for real-time user authentication in telepresence
systems using various teleinteraction device sensors.
• Design and evaluate techniques for verifying the authenticity of surrounding
environmental information in virtual reality settings.
• Employ advanced security technologies such as homomorphic encryption and zeroknowledge proofs to protect personal data.
• Create solutions for real-time detection of model tampering, including mechanisms
for identifying and preventing personal data exposure.
• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at relevant
conferences.
Ideal candidate should possess, understand, and apply a comprehensive knowledge in
area of specialization. Develops understanding and skills to allow for completion of
assignments that cross fields of specialization. Develops leadership and management
skills.
1. Receives/Reviews progress and evaluates results of experiments or projects under
control or supervisory responsibility.
2. Recommends changes in research, testing or experimental procedures.
3. May be responsible for a single highly technical and complex piece of research
equipment.
4. May review and evaluate the effectiveness of personnel.
5. May plan for and assign personnel to projects under control.
6. Operates with latitude for unreviewed action.
7. May receive general supervision conferring with higher levels only in unusual
situations.
8. Performs other job-related duties as required.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields
2. Prior research experiences related to one or more of the following areas: embedded
or mobile device security, embedded systems applications, machine learning
security, user-centric security and privacy.
3. Experience and proficiency in the following areas: programming languages (C, C++,
Python), embedded systems prototyping, data analytics, signal processing,
academic writing
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The policy of the University of Houston-System and its universities is to ensure equal opportunity in all its educational programs and activities, and all terms and conditions of employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, military status, genetic information, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or status, or gender expression, except where such a distinction is required by law.
