PhD Position in CMOS Circuit Design for Spintronics

The Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a PhD position in CMOS circuit design for spintronic-based computing. The position offers an exciting opportunity to join acutting-edgeresearch project focusing on the co-design of CMOS and spintronic devices for next-generation energy-efficient and non-von-Neumann computing architectures.

The project explores hybrid CMOSspintronic computing systemsleveragingemerging spin-based devices such as magnetic tunnel junctions (MTJs) to enable ultra-low-power non-volatile and scalable computing platforms. The research aims to develop CMOS interface circuits and system architectures that tightly integrate with spintronic devices for applications including in-memory computing neuromorphic computing and hardware acceleration for AI workloads.

Key responsibilities include:

• Define specifications and requirements for CMOSspintronic interfaces in collaboration with project partners.
• Design analog and mixed-signal CMOS circuits for driving sensing and reading spintronic devices.
• Participatein the full IC design flow from architecture to schematic layout and verification.

The start date will be June 2026 or earlier.

What we offer

• A stimulating research environment within SDU Microelectronics a growing section integratingexpertisein 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 supportfor professional development through the Lecturer TrainingProgrammeand mentoring.
• An open and collaborative research culture within SDUs Faculty of Engineering (TEK) promoting interdisciplinary innovation across electronicsmaterialsscience and artificial intelligence.

What we expect

• Applicantsshould hold a Master of Science degree (or equivalent) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering with experience in CMOS IC design. The idealcandidatehas:
• Strong background in analog and/or mixed-signal CMOS circuit design.
• Hands-on experience with Cadence analog and mixed-signal design tools.
• Experience in layout design and physical verification (DRC/LVS) using tools such asCalibre.
• Interest or experience in emerging devices spintronics or non-volatile memory technologies.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
• Team playerwith strongcollaboration skills

Workplace description

The successful candidate will join SDU Microelectronics a dynamic and expanding section at the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (IME). The section conducts internationally recognized research in integrated circuits spintronics photonics and neuromorphic computing and playsa central rolein 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

Before applying the candidates are advised to read theFaculty information for prospective PhD studentsand the SDU information on how to apply.

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

• Motivated application.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Completed TEK PhD application form for 53 applicants. Find the form at theFaculty website.
• Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at theFaculty website.
• An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish).
• Masters and Bachelors degree certificates or equivalent including transcripts of grades(original and an official English translation).
• Only for applicants from programmes that evaluate thesis/examination project by approved/not approved: An official written assessment of the thesis or dissertation project from the grade giving institution. The statement must clearly state that the candidate has been among the top 30 the graduation class for the study programme.
• List of publications and maximum 2 examples of relevant publications (in case you have any publications).
• References may be included youre welcome to use the form for reference letter at theFaculty website.
• 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)

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 SDU.Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.

Read about theAssessment and selection process.

Conditions of enrollment/employment

Appointment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position and the monthly gross salary incl. pension is 36.608 DKK. If you have relevant postgraduate experience you may be placed on a higher salary step.

Applicants must hold a masters degree (equivalent to a Danish masters degree) at the time of enrollment and employment.Employment is contingent on enrollment approved by the PhD School.Enrollment will be in accordance withFaculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order).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 job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for PhD fellows as described therein as well as the Protocol on PhD fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).Further information about salary and conditions of employment.Persons 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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