Research Fellow (Number Theory and Cryptography)
Division of Information and Communication Sciences
Macquarie University
(Full-time (fixed-term))
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The Centre for Advanced Computing - Algorithms and Cryptography (ACAC) brings together the disciplines of computing, mathematics and physics to conduct research into
algorithms, complexity and cryptography. A key research area is an ARC funded project on number theoretic methods in cryptography. The Centre seeks suitable applicants to further this research independently and in collaboration with group members.

Essential Criteria: PhD (or submitted PhD thesis or equivalent); demonstrable current research experience in the area of computational number theory and cryptography; ability to work as a member of a team.

Desirable Criteria: Experience undertaking independent research; solid background in mathematics with emphasis on number theory, algebra and discrete mathematics; experience in one of the major programming languages (e.g. C++).

Enquiries: Associate Professor Igor Shparlinski http://www.comp.mq.edu.au/~igor/
Details of research activities and members of the group may be accessed via
http://www.ics.mq.edu.au/acac/

Application Package: Cathy Wright on phone (02) 9850 9506 or e-mail cwright@ics.mq.edu.auSelection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis for a period of 30 months with the possibility of further appointment subject to funding and performance. The appointment will be
subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months.

Salary Range: Level A (Associate Lecturer) - $43,920 to $59,605 pa, including base salary $37,113 to $50,367 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer's superannuation. Appointees with a PhD will be appointed to a minimum of Point 6 on the salary scale, currently $46,922 pa.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109.

Closing date 10 September 2002.
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