Postdoctoral position in Electrical Engineering focusing on Nanoelectronics

Description of the workplace

The Department of Electrical and Information Technology at Lund University, The Faculty of Engineering, LTH, is one of the larger departments with about 120 employees and conducts research and teaching mainly in Electrical Engineering and Computer Technology. We are located on LTH's campus in northern Lund.

Within The Division for Electromagnetics and Nanoelectronics we develop and study new generations of electronics based on advanced semiconductor technology. In particular, we develop and characterize new generations of RF-electronics based on III-V technology to be used as amplifiers and switches. Part of the effort is related to the integration of ferroelectric material on the RF-platform for reconfigurable analogue operation. 

We offer access to state-of-the-art technology and participation in international collaborations within a dynamic research team.

Work duties

The main duties involved in a post-doctoral position is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours. The position includes the opportunity for three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning. The purpose of the position is to develop the independence as a researcher and to create the opportunity of further development. 

You will have particular responsibility for device and circuit RF-characterization. 
Parts of the work will be at Brunnshög close to the large infrastructures. 

Detailed description of the work duties:

• DC- and RF-characterization of III-V devices and circuits.
• Circuit design of amplifiers and detectors for terrestrial and space communication applications.
• Device modelling and PDK-development including temperature dependent effects.
• Investigations of dynamic performance in reconfigurable configurations.
• Research within the subject area.
• Teaching at undergraduate, advanced and postgraduate levels.
• Seeking external research funding.
• Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students.
• Collaboration with industry. 
• Administration related to the work duties listed above.

Qualification requirements 

Appointment to a post-doctoral position requires that the applicant has a PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position. The certificate proving the qualification requirement is met, must be received before the employment decision is made. Priority will be given to candidates who have graduated no more than three years ago before the last day for application. Under special circumstances, the doctoral degree can have been completed earlier.

Additional requirements:

• Very good oral and written proficiency in English. 
• Strong and documented ability to collaborate with PhD- and Master’s students or similar.

Assessment criteria 

This is a career development position primarily focused on research. The position is intended as an initial step in a career, and the assessment of the applicants will primarily be based on their research qualifications and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on research skills within the subject.

For appointments to a post-doctoral position, the following shall form the assessment criteria:

• A good ability to develop and conduct high quality research.
• Teaching skills. 

Other qualifications:

• Extensive experience in III-V device and circuit RF characterization.
• Documented skills in circuit design.
• Experience in device characterization at millimeter wave frequences.
• Interest in circuit-device co-design strategies.

Consideration will also be given to how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

We offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee Work at Lund University. 

Further information

This is a full-time, fixed-term employment of two years. The start date is as soon as possible according to agreement, however no later than September 1, 2025. 
The period of employment is determined in accordance with the agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor” (“Agreement on fixed-term employment as a post-doctoral fellow”).

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a CV and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificate or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.)”  

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