Poste de Doctorant en Informatique sur les Portefeuilles d’Identité Numérique et les Paiements

Université du Luxembourg

L’Université du Luxembourg recrute un(e) doctorant(e) en Informatique, spécialisé(e) dans les portefeuilles d’identité numérique et les paiements. Ce poste s’inscrit dans le cadre de projets de recherche menés par le Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT), un centre de recherche de premier plan en Europe. Ce dernier se consacre à l’innovation à travers des partenariats avec des acteurs industriels, favorisant la recherche et le développement.

À propos du rôle

Le candidat retenu rejoindra le FINATRAX Research Group, axé sur l’impact des technologies numériques sur les organisations. Les recherches portent sur des thèmes variés, notamment la Blockchain, les identités numériques, et l’intelligence artificielle. Ce groupe offre un environnement de travail dynamique, enrichi par des chercheurs de diverses spécialités et langues.

Objectifs de recherche

Le projet doctoral se concentrera sur l’interaction entre le portefeuille numérique européen (EUDIW) et les services financiers numériques, en tenant compte des réglementations de l’UE relatives à la lutte contre le blanchiment d’argent et le financement du terrorisme (AML/CFT), ainsi que sur l’impact économique et l’utilisabilité de ces technologies.

Tâches du candidat

• Effectuer des recherches interdisciplinaires sur les portefeuilles numériques et les paiements numériques.
• Analyser les processus de certification et de sécurité associés aux portefeuilles numériques.
• Utiliser des technologies de protection de la vie privée pour réduire les risques de crimes financiers.
• Évaluer l’impact économique d’une application intégrant identification et paiements.
• Conseiller le Ministère luxembourgeois de la Digitalisation sur les activités connexes.

Profil recherché

Les candidats doivent posséder les qualifications suivantes :

• Un master en systèmes d’information, informatique, ou domaines connexes.
• Un intérêt marqué pour la recherche qualitative et quantitative, ainsi que pour les applications financières des technologies de décentralisation.
• La capacité à travailler en équipe et à s’engager dans des groupes de travail nationaux et internationaux.
• Une maîtrise de l’anglais, avec des connaissances en français, allemand ou luxembourgeois étant souhaitées.

Avantages offerts

L’université propose un environnement d’apprentissage stimulant, un accès à des infrastructures de recherche uniques et la possibilité de collaborer avec plus de 45 partenaires industriels. Les candidats bénéficieront également d’un package salarial compétitif, de six semaines de congés payés et de ressources pour le développement personnel.

Modalités de candidature

Les candidatures doivent être soumises en anglais via le portail de l’Université, comprenant une lettre de motivation, une déclaration de motivation pour le poste et un relevé de notes académique.

Informations générales

• Type de contrat : Contrat à Durée Déterminée de 36 mois, renouvelable jusqu’à 48 mois.
• Heures de travail : Temps plein (40 heures par semaine).
• Lieu : Campus de Kirchberg, Luxembourg.
• Rémunération : 40,952 EUR par an (temps plein).

Pour postuler, veuillez suivre ce lien de candidature.

Les candidatures de toutes origines sont encouragées et l’Université du Luxembourg s’engage à promouvoir une culture d’inclusion, garantissant l’égalité des chances pour tous ses employés et étudiants.

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📅 Date de publication de l’offre : Sun, 27 Apr 2025 02:16:43 GMT

🏢 Entreprise : Université du Luxembourg

📍 Lieu : Luxembourg

💼 Intitulé du poste : Doctoral Candidate (PhD) in Computer Science on Digital Identity Wallets and Payments

💶 Rémunération proposée : €40952 per year

📝 Description du poste : The is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.The (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services.
We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.The Centre is rapidly expanding its research activities and is seeking highly motivated doctoral candidates who wish to pursue research in close cooperation with our partners. For further information you may check: andWe’re looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place!About the role…The successful candidate will join the young, vibrant, and interdisciplinary FINATRAX Research Group, which builds bridges between business research and information systems engineering. The group conducts research on the application and the impact of digital technologies like DLT/Blockchain, Digital Identities, Machine Learning/AI, and IoT/5G on organisations from both the private and public sectors. The group consists of doctoral and post-doctoral researchers from diverse backgrounds united in pursuit of sustainable technologies that positively impact society. For more information, please visit our website:The Ph.D. candidate will focus on information systems within computer science and engineering while collaborating with Luxembourg’s Ministry for Digitalisation. The project examines the interplay between the European Digital Identity Wallet (EUDIW) under eIDAS2 and digital financial services, considering EU regulations on AML/CFT, open finance, and the digital euro. It will analyze how digital finance evolves alongside EUDIW features, assessing its impact on functionalities and user control over financial and payment data.The candidate will perform the following tasks:

• Carry out interdisciplinary research in digital identity (wallets) and digital finance and payments:

• electronic attestations of attributes
• certification processes and security measures in digital wallets
• using privacy-enhancing technologies to ensure end-user privacy while mitigating risks of financial crime
• open banking and open finance
• digital euro and central bank digital currencies, online and offline payments
• economic impact and/or usability-related aspects of combining identification and payments in a single app
• Advise Luxembourg’s Ministry for Digitalisation on related activities
• Publish in top outlets on information systems, tech policy, and computer science
• Support research proposals to secure industry partnerships and grants
• Conduct research and deliver outcomes with academic and public partne

For further information, contact Nadia Pocher and Gilbert FridgenYour profile…

• Master’s degree in information systems, business informatics, computer science, computer engineering, technology management, or related fields
• Interest in applying qualitative and/or quantitative research methods from information systems, such as qualitative interviews or simulation-based modeling to investigate questions at the individual and organizational levels
• Interest in financial applications of decentralization technologies and data sovereignty
• Interest in technology policy and regulation
• A collaborative team player with a desire to make a personal impact within our interdisciplinary research group
• A person with strong communication skills and interests in taking part in national and international working groups and consortia around digital identities and payments
• Self-initiative, creativity, curiosity, flexibility and enthusiasm to work
• The position requires English-language proficiency for both written and verbal communication. Knowledge of French, German or Luxembourgish is not required but desirable

In return you will get…

• A stimulating learning environment. Here post-docs and professors outnumber PhD students. That translates into access and close collaborations with some of the brightest ICT researchers, giving you solid guidance
• Exciting infrastructures and unique labs. At SnT’s two campuses, our researchers can take a walk on the moon at the LunaLab, build a nanosatellite, or help make autonomous vehicles even better
• The right place for IMPACT. SnT researchers engage in demand-driven projects. Through our Partnership Programme, we work on projects with more than 45 industry partners
• Multiple funding sources for your ideas. The University supports researchers to acquire funding from national, European and private sources
• Competitive salary package. The University offers a 12 month-salary package, over six weeks of paid time off, health insurance and subsidised living and eating
• Be part of a multicultural family. At SnT we have more than 60 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more

But wait, there’s more!

• Discover our Partnership
• Download the brochure: Why choose SnT

Students can take advantage of several opportunities for growth and career development, from free language classes to career resources and extracurricular activities.How to apply…Applications, written in English should be submitted through the University’s job portal and should include:

• A cover letter including:

• A statement on the candidate’s personal motivation for applying (why a doctoral program, why in Luxembourg, minimum 300 words)
• A statement on the candidate’s motivation for applying for this topic (minimum 300 words)
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken (Bachelor’s and Master’s degree or equivalent)

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Months extendable up to 48 months if required
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Kirchberg Campus
• Employee and student status
• Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07167

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 40952 (full time).[

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