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The successful candidate will work on the Trustworthy Digital Infrastructure for Identity Systems programme. They will work closely with the Principal Investigators, the Technical Development Manager, other PDRAs and programme management staff across the team. The project aims to enhance the privacy and security of national digital identity systems, with the ultimate foal to maximise the value to beneficiaries, whilst limiting known and unknown risks to these constituents and maintaining the integrity of the overall system. This multidisciplinary project and its efforts focus on the communities within developing economies and their adoption of identity systems.

The project and role sit within the Finance and Economics Programme which brings together leading experts in data science, machine learning, finance and the social sciences, from both academia and industry to tackle the most challenging questions by producing world-leading research with significant impact. The programme is led by the Programme Director, Lukasz Szpruch.

ROLE PURPOSE

The provision of digital infrastructure for identity systems is an emerging requirement in many modern societies across the developed and developing world. New techniques for deployment at scale promise to improve the assurance of users' rights to access to various digital and physical resources, in a cost effective and efficient manner. However, protecting citizens’ rights when such systems are deployed requires the development of novel and appropriate socio-technical interventions that incorporate robust security and privacy measures.

We are seeking a candidate for a research position in the area of cyber security risk analysis and management. The successful candidate will have experience and expertise in the analysis of cyber security risks. Specifically, post holder will be able to determine the likelihood and impact of of compromise of identity systems. They should also be able to consider systemic and component risk with incomplete or inexact data.

The post holder will be involved in several themes of the project, including further development of frameworks for identity system trustworthiness and their cross-border interoperability. The post holder will include participating and organising workshops, collaborating with system experts, and other research activities.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a small specialist team investigating areas pertinent to establishing trustworthiness within digital identity infrastructure.

DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Undertake high-quality research, contributing to the broader research aims of the Trustworthy Digital Infrastructure for Identity Systems programme.
• Take initiatives in the planning and execution of research, and identify and develop suitable techniques, and apparatus, for the development and implementation of the existing programmes.
• Conduct data analysis and ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times. This will also include maintaining accurate and complete records of all findings.
• Continuously update your knowledge concerning the digital identity ecosystem, this includes staying up to date with the news, emerging policy, and regulation.
• Support the Principal Investigators (PIs) and Technical Development Manager in the design and development of the research programme and provide advice on best practice surrounding network building in the digital identity ecosystem. This also involves working closely with the research teams to represent and advocate for needs of those within the ID community.
• Publish and disseminate high-quality research papers and publications detailing research outputs and project case-studies.
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders, liaising with teams across the Turing as required.

Please see the job description for a full breakdown of the role.

• A PhD (or equivalent experience and/or qualifications) in a relevant area which will include Mathematics, Computer Science or similar inter-disciplinary subjects.
• Research Assistant level: must be near completion of PhD in a relevant area which will include Mathematics, Computer Science or similar inter-disciplinary subjects.
• Experience of risk assessment, analysis and management in applied settings. This may have been gained in commercial or industrial environments, as well as through production of academic papers.
• Knowledge of digital identity systems.
• Experience and ability in mathematical or quantitative methods.
• Evidence of high-quality publication(s) in a relevant field (published or in-press) commensurate with your career stage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present complex or technical information, and to communicate effectively with other stakeholders outside the research community
  

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the apply button below. You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form including your CV and covering letter. If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please contact us on 020 3862 3536 or email [email protected].

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CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: SUNDAY 28th JULY 2024 AT 23:59 (LONDON, UK BST)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early or to interview suitable candidates before the closing date if enough applications are received.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This full-time post is offered on a fixed term basis until 31 December 2026. The annual salary is £44,180 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, https://www.turing.ac.uk/work-turing/why-work-turing/employee-benefits

Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant at a salary of £41,352 per annum.

The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

The Alan Turing Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is valued and everyone is treated fairly. In accordance with the Equality Act, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at [email protected] to find out how we can assist you.

Please note all offers of employment are subject to obtaining and retaining the right to work in the UK and satisfactory pre-employment security screening which includes a DBS Check.

Full details on the pre-employment screening process can be requested from [email protected].