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Research Assistant – Hardware Security and Chip Design

New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is hiring a Research Assistant under the Kawader program for a project focused on enhancing trust and security in electronic chip design. This role is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and will support cutting-edge research in electrical and computer engineering led by Professor Ozgur Sinanoglu.

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Higher Education and Research
Function: Research and Development
Salary: Competitive
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any (UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply)
Candidate Current Location: Any

What Does a Research Assistant Do?

The research project, titled \"Regaining Trust in Electronic Chips,\" addresses critical vulnerabilities introduced by the globalization of integrated circuit (IC) design and manufacturing. As semiconductor companies increasingly rely on offshore foundries, concerns arise regarding reverse engineering, IP theft, overproduction, and hardware Trojans. This role will support literature reviews, development of new security methodologies, and implementation of design-for-trust techniques to counter such threats.

What Are the Key Responsibilities?

- Conduct comprehensive literature surveys on chip design flow and hardware trust mechanisms
- Design and implement novel approaches for secure and trustworthy chip design
- Run simulations and assess the security and cost implications of proposed techniques
- Assist in experimental tasks and contribute to academic documentation and technical reports

What Skills Are Needed for a Research Assistant in Abu Dhabi?

Education:
- A bachelor\'s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a closely related field

Experience and Skills:
- Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and logic design
- Programming experience in C or C++
- Familiarity with integrated circuit (IC) design flow and electronic design automation (EDA) tools
- Knowledge in VLSI design and computer-aided design (CAD) is a plus

Preferred:
- Involvement in major software development projects
- Academic interest in hardware security and semiconductor trust challenges

What Benefits Come with This Position?

- Hands-on research experience at a top-tier global university
- Mentorship by experienced faculty
- Exposure to real-world security challenges in semiconductor systems
- Opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that impact the tech industry
- Participation in NYUAD’s Kawader program, offering professional development and training

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit the following documents in PDF format:
- A cover letter or statement of interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Transcript of degree(s)
- Two letters of recommendation

For more information about the NYUAD Kawader Research Assistantship Program, visit:
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html

For questions about the position, email: nyuad.kawadernyu.edu (please allow up to 5 working days for a response)

Job Title Research Assistant – Hardware Security and Chip Design Job Description Research Assistant – Hardware Security and Chip Design New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is hiring a Research Assistant under the Kawader program for a project focused on enhancing trust and security in electronic chip design. This role is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and will support cutting-edge research in electrical and computer engineering led by Professor Ozgur Sinanoglu. Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Industry: Higher Education and Research Function: Research and Development Salary: Competitive Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any (UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply) Candidate Current Location: Any What Does a Research Assistant Do? The research project, titled \"Regaining Trust in Electronic Chips,\" addresses critical vulnerabilities introduced by the globalization of integrated circuit (IC) design and manufacturing. As semiconductor companies increasingly rely on offshore foundries, concerns arise regarding reverse engineering, IP theft, overproduction, and hardware Trojans. This role will support literature reviews, development of new security methodologies, and implementation of design-for-trust techniques to counter such threats. What Are the Key Responsibilities? - Conduct comprehensive literature surveys on chip design flow and hardware trust mechanisms - Design and implement novel approaches for secure and trustworthy chip design - Run simulations and assess the security and cost implications of proposed techniques - Assist in experimental tasks and contribute to academic documentation and technical reports What Skills Are Needed for a Research Assistant in Abu Dhabi? Education: - A bachelor\'s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a closely related field Experience and Skills: - Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and logic design - Programming experience in C or C++ - Familiarity with integrated circuit (IC) design flow and electronic design automation (EDA) tools - Knowledge in VLSI design and computer-aided design (CAD) is a plus Preferred: - Involvement in major software development projects - Academic interest in hardware security and semiconductor trust challenges What Benefits Come with This Position? - Hands-on research experience at a top-tier global university - Mentorship by experienced faculty - Exposure to real-world security challenges in semiconductor systems - Opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that impact the tech industry - Participation in NYUAD’s Kawader program, offering professional development and training How to Apply Interested applicants must submit the following documents in PDF format: - A cover letter or statement of interest - Curriculum vitae - Transcript of degree(s) - Two letters of recommendation For more information about the NYUAD Kawader Research Assistantship Program, visit: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html For questions about the position, email: nyuad.kawadernyu.edu (please allow up to 5 working days for a response) Post Details

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