PhD scholarship in Open-Source EDA Tools Development DTU Compute
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Job Location:
Kgs. Lyngby - Denmark
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Open-source development has changed the software world by providing free compilers and operating systems. A similar shift is currently happening with the electronic design automation (EDA) tools. Open-source tools such as OpenROAD and LibreLane allow the tapeout of chips using open-source tools only. The overarching goal of ODE4EC-PIV is to enhance Europes competitiveness in global chip design by boosting productivity through open-source EDA tools and their interoperability addressing key areas such as efficient verification and bespoke design processes and promoting innovation through open standardised and sovereign EDA solutions.
Your project will involve developing open-source tools for generating hardware and developing a functional verification framework.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research on EDA tooling
- Designing hardware generators
- Development of a verification method such as functional verification in Scala/Java.
- Integrating the development into the Chips JU project ODE4EV-PIV
- Co-supervise students.
- Optionally contribute to teaching.
Required qualifications:
- Hardware design in a hardware description language such as Chisel VDHL or Verilog. Knowing Chisel is a bonus.
- Knowledge of the chip design and verification process
- Basic programming skills in Java/Scala
You must have a two-year masters degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year masters degree. We expect you to hold a masters degree in Computer Engineering Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme please see DTUs rules for the PhD education.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research education innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.
The period of employment is 3 years. The starting date is planned 1 August 2026 or according to mutual agreement.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Martin Schoeberl You can read more about DTU Computeat .
If you are applying from abroad you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU Moving to you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar PhDrelocation to Denmark and startup Zoom seminar for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than15 May 2026 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply please open the link Apply now fill out the online application form and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
- If available include a link to an open-source project you contributed to in your CV.
- List of publications if applicable
You may apply prior to obtaining your masters degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age gender disability race religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology which is subject to special rules for security and export control open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
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