About Aqta

Aqta is building a runtime governance layer for AI agents with a focus on privacy, safety and sustainable AI. We work with teams who need to deploy AI systems in regulated and high‑risk environments.

About the Role

We're looking for a short‑term Research Collaborator (postdoc or senior PhD level) to help validate and extend an existing MVP for privacy‑preserving, cross‑customer threat intelligence for AI agents.

You will

* Refine the cryptographic and distributed‑systems design

* Help design and evaluate a low‑latency detection prototype

* Co‑author a paper or technical report (venue agreed together)

You have

* Strong background in cryptography, privacy‑preserving ML or distributed systems

* Experience with applied research and technical writing

* Ability to work independently and communicate clearly

Engagement & Compensation

* Part‑time contract, 2–4 months, flexible around academic schedules

* Compensation competitive and commensurate with experience; day/hourly rate agreed based on profile

Research Assistant (Masters)

* We're also seeking Masters students in related fields for paid hourly work (10–20 hours over 1–2 months) to support literature review, basic prototype testing, and preparation of the technical report. Compensation: €25–35 per hour, flexible around your studies.