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Post-Doctoral Fellow Position at CISAI, Amritapuri

Centre for Internet Studies and Artificial Intelligence (CISAI) at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham invites applications from qualified Indian candidates for one (01) Post-Doctoral Fellow to work under the Centre for Internet Studies and Artificial Intelligence (CISAI), Amritapuri Campus aligned with the “Information Security Education and Awareness (ISEA) Project Phase-III.”

Priority Area: Cybersecurity (including Information Security, Privacy, Network/ Cloud/ IoT Security, AI/ ML for Security, and Trustworthy/ Responsible AI).

Application Process

Submit a detailed CV, list of publications, a brief research statement (max 2 pages) and scanned copies of certificates in a single PDF to: (cisai-isea@am.amrita.edu) with subject: “Application for Post-Doc (CISAI) – [ISEA Phase – III]”.

Correspondence

CISAI – Centre for Internet Studies and Artificial Intelligence
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri Campus, Kerala – 690525
E-mail: cisai-isea@am.amrita.edu

Equal Opportunity

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is an equal opportunity employer. Women and candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Title Post-Doctoral Fellow
Location Kollam, Kerala
Short research visits to partner labs/ centres/ industry within India may be required based on project needs
Required Number 1
Duration Initially one year; extendable based on performance, project requirements, or until project ends (whichever is earlier)
Consolidated Salary INR Rs. 60,000/- per month plus applicable HRA
Qualification

  • Ph.D. in CSE/ IT/ ECE/ EE/ Mathematics/ AI/ Data Science or a closely related field

  • Candidates with thesis submitted (“PhD submitted”) may also apply

Area of Special Interest (Priority)

  • Cybersecurity (preferred): Information/Cyber Security, Privacy, Network/Cloud/IoT Security, Digital Forensics, Adversarial ML, Privacy-Preserving ML, Trustworthy/Responsible AI, Generative AI Safety, Secure Systems, CPS/ICS Security, Hardware/Embedded Security

  • Internet Studies/Measurement: Web/Network Measurement, Platform Integrity and Safety

Important Points

  1. The applicant is responsible for the authenticity of all information and documents submitted.

  2. Meeting minimum eligibility does not guarantee an interview; shortlisting will be based on merit and project requirements.

  3. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by e-mail regarding the interview schedule and mode (online/offline).

  4. Shortlisted candidates must present an updated CV and original plus attested copies of mark sheets/certificates at the time of interview.

  5. Employed candidates must produce a No-Objection/Relieving Certificate if selected.

  6. The institute/project reserves the right to modify or cancel the advertisement/position/conditions without assigning reasons.

Job Description

  • Conduct independent and collaborative research in Cybersecurity and adjacent CISAI focus areas

  • Design and develop methods/systems (e.g., secure architectures, detection/defense algorithms, measurement frameworks)

  • Build reproducible research software and datasets; maintain documentation and basic lab hygiene

  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners; contribute to proposal writing and sponsored projects

  • Disseminate results via peer-reviewed publications, patents (as applicable), and conference presentations

  • Mentor student researchers; support workshops, demos, and outreach as needed

Requirements (Skills/ Exposure)

  • Strong background in at least two of: security/privacy, networks/systems, AI/ML, data analysis/measurement

  • Programming proficiency in one or more of: Python, C/C++, Rust, Go, MATLAB; familiarity with Linux, Git, and reproducible pipelines

  • Desirable: experience with cloud/edge/IoT platforms; microservices; containerization; GPU workflows; privacy-enhancing tech; secure software practices

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and in teams

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