Available positions

Funded PhD and MSc Positions — Trustworthy Computing & Distributed Technologies Laboratory, Fall 2026

I have several fully funded PhD and MSc positions available in my research team  (Trustworthy Computing & Distributed Technologies Laboratory (TCDT)) for Fall 2026, focusing on the intersection of Decentralized systems and Cybersecurity.

We are seeking motivated students with expertise and a strong interest in one or more of the following areas:

• Blockchain and Smart Contracts
• Decentralized and Federated Machine Learning (e.g., Federated / Split Learning)
• Applications of Agentic Systems and the Model Context Protocol (MCP) in Automated Vulnerability Detection
• Layer 2 Solutions (e.g., Rollups)
• Blockchain Interoperability
• Decentralized Identity
  

Requirements:

• A degree in Computer Science or a closely related field. A minimum GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
• Proof of English language proficiency for applicants whose first language is not English.
  
  

Please email your CV and a brief statement explaining why you are a good fit for the position to sara.rouhani@etsmtl.ca.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please avoid sending multiple emails.