Ai4i Foundation

Deadline: July 31, 2026

Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis.

The Italian Institute of Artificial Intelligence (AI4I) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the newly established Crypto4AI Lab, under the supervision of Dr. Tamer Mour.

The Crypto4AI Lab will conduct cutting‑edge research grounded in computer science theory and mathematics, aiming to establish solid foundations for next‑generation cryptographic solutions tailored to artificial intelligence systems.

Research topics include, but are not limited to:

• Private inference
• Cryptanalysis of new cryptographic assumptions

The research activity of the lab spans both theoretical and applied domains, including protocol design, Cryptanalysis, mathematical work, experimentation with ML models, implementation and optimization.

AI4I provides a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment with strong institutional support, including access to dedicated software engineers, high‑performance computing resources, and close interaction with industrial partners.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in computer science, mathematics or adjacent areas.
• Strong background in at least one of the following areas or closely related disciplines:
  • Theoretical Computer Science
  • Cryptography (theoretical and/or applied)
  • Machine Learning
  • Mathematics
  • Statistical Physics
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Start Date

Flexible – as soon as possible.

What we offer

• A highly collaborative research environment
  You will join a team of researchers and engineers working at the intersection of AI, cryptography, and mathematics, fostering collaboration, creativity, and intellectual growth.
• High‑impact research opportunities
  You will publish and lead cutting‑edge research, targeting top‑tier conferences and journals.
• Strong academic and industrial network
  Through collaborations with leading universities, research institutes, and industry partners, you will expand your professional network and engage in joint research initiatives.
• Access to advanced infrastructure
• You will have access to high‑performance computing (HPC) resources and state‑of‑the‑art robotics platforms to validate your ideas in simulation and real‑world settings.
• Professional development and mobility
  We provide travel support for conferences, workshops, summer schools, and international research visits.
• Competitive compensation
  We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Please apply via the official PhD admission Portal:

Please submit your application through the online form with the following documents:

• CV (including publications)
• Contact information of three references