Tenure Track Assistant Professor on CMOS Integrated Circuits for SPACE Applications

SDU Microelectronics part of Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (IME) University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for one or more 4-year tenure trackassistant professor positions within Analog and Mixed Signal Integrated Circuits. The successful candidates will contribute to the development of next-generation integrated circuits with emphasis on space applications.

The position offers the opportunity to establish an independent research profile while collaborating closely with existing activities in CMOS circuit design neuromorphic computing cryogenic electronics and spintronic-based computing systems. The role also contributes to Denmarks and Europes strategic ambitions under the EU Chips Act and other similar programs.

The positions are open from March 2026 and the specific start date will be agreed with the successful candidates.

What we offer

• A stimulating research environment within SDU Microelectronics a growing section integrating expertise in analog/digital IC design spintronics neuromorphic computing and energy-efficient system architectures.
• Access to advanced facilities for design characterization and system prototyping.
• Excellent opportunities for collaboration across SDU and with national and international academic and industrial partners in microelectronics photonics and quantum technologies.
• Strong support for professional development through the Lecturer Training Programme and mentoring.
• An open and collaborative research culture within SDUs Faculty of Engineering (TEK) promoting interdisciplinary innovation across electronics materials science and artificial intelligence.

What we expect

• A PhD (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.
• Demonstrated or clearly emerging ability to conduct original research in analog and mixed signal integrated circuits which may include:
  • design simulation and experimental validation of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits and systems;
  • low-power and high-performance data converters sensor interfaces and IoT front-ends;
  • analog-digital co-design and system-level optimization in advanced CMOS technologies;
  • circuit techniques for variability tolerance calibration and reliability.
• Evidence of scientific productivity (publications presentations patents or equivalent) commensurate with career stage and a clear vision for future research.
• Motivation and capability to build an independent research programme secure external funding and develop collaborative networks across disciplines and sectors.
• Commitment to teaching and supervision in Electronics study programmes at bachelors and masters levels including course development and student mentoring.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills and willingness to contribute to the strategic development of SDU Microelectronics and the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (IME).

Workplace description

The successful candidate will join SDU Microelectronics a dynamic and expanding section at the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (IME). The section conducts internationally recognized research in integrated circuits spintronics photonics and neuromorphic computing and plays a central role in SDUs ambition to be a national and European hub for semiconductor and chip innovation.

Further information

For further information about the position please contact Professor Farshad Moradi ( /email) Head of the SDU Microelectronics section and Associate Professor Hooman Farkhani ( /email) Deputy Head of SDU Microelectronics.

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Application

Applicants are advised to read theSDU information on how to apply.

Assessment of candidates is based on the application material and the application must include:

• Motivated application.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Masters and PhD degree certificates or equivalent(original and an official English translation).
• Complete list of publications.
• Publications most relevant to the position.
• Summary and documentation of experience in teaching. You may attach as aTeaching Portfolio.
• A research statement.
• References/reference letters may be included.
• A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included.

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration number) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked allow binding and may not be password protected.

SUBMISSION GUIDE: Motivated application must be uploaded under Cover letter (max. 5 MB) Curriculum Vitae must be uploaded under Resume (max 5 MB). All other documents must be uploaded under Miscellaneous documents (max 10 files with a maximum 50 MB per file).

The application deadline isMarch 15 2026at 11:59 PM/23:59 (CET/CEST)

Tenure Track at the Faculty of Engineering SDU
The Faculty of Engineering at SDU offers an attractive 4year tenure track programme for promising scholars with strong research achievements and high potential for reaching an international level of excellence. Candidates enter at the assistant professor level and upon successful completion will be promoted to a permanent position associate professor subject to a positive assessment by an expert committee. Indicators of relevant scholarly merits include documented independent scholarly output ground-breaking publications achievement of excellence grants and international research network.

The programme includes annual performance reviews a midterm evaluation by an expert panel and a final academic assessment. If the final assessment is positive the candidate will be offered a permanent position as associate professor. If the final evaluation is negative the assistant professor may request one additional assessment within the last six months of employment. The 4year period may be extended in connection with maternity paternity or adoption leave.

Assessment and selection process

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment.Read about shortlisting at and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.

Read about theAssessment and selection process.

Conditions of employment

Appointment as a tenure track assistant professor is temporary and for an initial 4-year period with guaranteed assessment for a permanent position as associate professor during the final year of employment.

During employment the tenure track assistant professor will complete theLecturer Training Programme.

Employment as a tenure track assistant professor requiresacademic qualifications at a minimum of PhD level at the time of employment. Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state including the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for tenure track assistant professor as described therein.Further information on salary and employed in the position may based on a specific individual managerial assessment be exempted from time registration also known as a self-organizer.

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The University of Southern Denmark wishes its staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone regardless of personal background to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies which due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer is subject to a number of security measures. Therefore based on information from open sources background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position(s).

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