Research Scientist (Security)

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) is a leading college that is known for its excellent curriculum, outstanding and impactful research, and world-renowned faculty. Today, we are ranked #2 for AI and Computer Science by US News Best Global Universities; and #8 for Data Science and AI by QS World University Ranking.

A hot bed of cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking research, the College aims to groom the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators to thrive in the digital age. Located in the heart of Asia, NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science is an ‘exciting place to learn and grow'. We welcome you to join our community of faculty, students and alumni who are shaping the future of AI, Data Science and Computing.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Research Scientist to join our quantum-safe security team at NTU’s CCDS. This role is instrumental in supporting Singapore’s national agenda in digital trust by contributing to the research, development, and integration of cutting-edge post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) solutions. The candidate will work closely with researchers and enterprise stakeholders to analyze existing cryptographic software stacks and drive the migration to quantum-safe alternatives.

As part of the national quantum-safe migration effort, the Research Scientist will develop software tools, frameworks, and libraries, and upgrade existing systems to meet emerging PQC standards. This position is ideal for a technically strong developer who is passionate about cybersecurity and wishes to make a tangible impact in future-proofing critical digital infrastructures.

The College of Computing & Data Science (CCDS) invites applications for the position of Research Scientist.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with research and engineering teams to develop and integrate post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) solutions into existing and new software systems

• Analyze and assess current cryptographic implementations, libraries, and system architectures to identify upgrade paths for quantum-safe migration

• Design, implement, and test software modules, protocols, or frameworks that use NIST-standardized PQC algorithms

• Evaluate performance, interoperability, and security implications of replacing classical cryptographic schemes with quantum-safe alternatives

• Support the development of technical documentation, migration roadmaps, and user integration guides for internal and external stakeholders

• Collaborate with industry partners (e.g., financial institutions, OEMs) to deploy and validate the migration of their systems to quantum-safe cryptography

• Contribute to research papers, technical reports, and presentations for internal reviews and external conferences or journals

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field

• At least 1-2 years of relevant experiences in similar role / technical hands-on experience

• Familiarity with cryptographic and security protocols, including post-quantum cryptography

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Proficiency in programming (Python, C, Go)

• Familiarity with TLS, VPNs, PKI, and open-source crypto libraries (e.g., OpenSSL, BoringSSL)

• Familiarity with project management tools

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.