Lund University is offering a Doctoral Student Position in Electrical Engineering focusing on Wide-Bandgap Semiconductor Devices for Power Electronics. The studentship is open for the academic session 2024/2025.
Candidates from all nationalities are eligible to apply. Applicants must hold a second-cycle qualification (MSc or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or related fields, with strong proficiency in English. Ideal candidates should have a solid background in semiconductor physics or semiconductor technology. The position offers unique opportunities for research and collaboration with industry experts, utilizing Lund Nano Lab’s cutting-edge facilities for device fabrication and characterization.Lund University is a prestigious public research university in Sweden that traces its roots back to 1425. Founded in 1666, it is one of Northern Europe’s oldest universities and is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world. The university has around 47,000 students and 8,800 staff across nine faculties, with campuses in Lund, Malmö, and Helsingborg. Lund University is renowned for its excellence in research and innovation, with world-leading facilities like the MAX IV synchrotron and the European Spallation Source. It offers a diverse range of international degree programs and courses, attracting students from over 130 countries.
Lunds Universitet Information
Founded in 1666, Lunds Universitet (Lund University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Lund (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Skane County. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Malmo, Helsingborg, Ljungbyhed. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Lunds Universitet (LU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Lunds Universitet (LU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 353 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
- Fully funded position including salary and benefits.
- Opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in collaboration with industry and academic experts.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities at Lund Nano Lab for cleanroom work and device fabrication.
For further information and to apply, visit the official job posting (Reference number: PA2024/1779). Application deadline: July 1, 2024, 11:59 PM CEST.
Application Process
Interested candidates should:
- Submit a cover letter explaining their interest in the position and how their background aligns with the research project.
- Provide a CV, degree certificate, and any other relevant documents (e.g., transcripts, letters of recommendation).
- Applicants must take admission in a PhD degree program and register as a student at the university.