Student helper on researching IoT security mechanisms

At Department of Electronic Systems, Aalborg University, a position as Student Helper is available from February 1, 2026, or soon hereafter, and for 5 months . The weekly number of hours is 12 hours per week.

IoT devices are exposed to many cyberattacks. The main tasks of this project consists of gathering and analyzing the literature of runtime attacks on IoT devices. The student is expected to analyze the detection mechanisms for runtime attacks and work on the design of a new approach for attack detection.

How to apply  
Your application must contain the following: 

• A brief motivated application describing your professional and personal competences and the experience qualifying you particularly for the position 
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
• Academic transcript (study journal)
• Any other relevant appendices 

You can read more about the requirements for your application here.  

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.

Do you have any questions?    
If you have any questions, you are very welcome to contact the person listed at the bottom of the job posting 

Further information 
Read more about our recruitment process here  

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace. 

Salary and terms of employment  
Salary and employment terms are in accordance with the applicable Collective Agreement for Student Instructors at Universities etc. (Official title: Overenskomst for studenterundervisere ved universiteter mv.). Employment is conditional upon being a student.