Research Fellow in VLSI Architecture ( Opening is for candidates committed to join the PhD program ) (Job Vacancy)

Applications are invited for ONE position of Research Fellow on the project, “Revolutionizing Data Security: FPGA Prototyping of a Cutting-Edge Cryptographic Algorithm for NIST's Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Standards” under the supervision of Prof. Subhendu Kumar Sahoo, Prof Amit Kumar Panda and Prof. G Geethakumari

This position is only applicable to PhD aspirants. The candidates check the eligibility criteria and qualification process of the Ph.D. program of BITS Pilani (http://www.bitsadmission.com/phmain.aspx).

Scope of work: The project encompasses the implementation of a Post-Quantum Cryptography algorithm using FPGA that aligns with NIST's Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) standards and gives better performance.

Essential Qualification: Applicants must possess an ME/M.Tech. degree in VLSI, Microelectronics, Embedded Systems, or equivalent or MSc Electronics with 60% marks.

Desirable Qualification: Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Cryptography, Verilog/VHDL, Xilinx Vivado/ISE, and hands-on experience in FPGA prototyping.

Fellowship: ₹37,000 - ₹42,000 per month (based on the year of PhD and performance)

Duration: As per BITS Pilani norms (https://www.bitsadmission.com/phdmain.aspx)

Place of work: BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, Hyderabad

Benefits: Hostel or Married scholar accommodation can be provided subject to availability and per the institute's rules and regulations.

Application process: Please apply with a CV and Cover letter (showing alignment and justification with the roles/responsibilities/requirements) using this form

• Google form link: https://forms.gle/mRaohUcrowuXa6Y57
• Deadline: We will process received applications weekly, commencing from 1st APRIL, until the positions are filled

Preliminary shortlisting will be based on a resume and telephonic/audio-visual interview within a week of the last date of application. For the final interview, the candidate will be informed through e-mail for interview. No TA/DA will be provided in case of a personal interview. For more details, please contact:

Prof. Subhendu Kumar Sahoo
Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Hyderabad Campus
Email address: sahoo@hyderabad.bits-pilani.ac.in