PhD Position Thermal Sensors based on Sigma-Delta Modulation

Delft University of Technology; Delft; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Discounts on health insurance

Monthly work costs contribution

Dual Career Programme

Job summary

Delft University of Technology in Delft, Netherlands, offers a PhD position in Thermal Sensors based on Sigma-Delta Modulation within the EEMCS faculty. The role focuses on designing sensor systems and advanced analog circuits, with emphasis on heat transfer physics and chip-design experience.

The PhD candidate will conduct experimental and simulation-based research, publish in IEEE venues, and participate in an international research environment at TU Delft.

Qualifications

• MSc degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experienced chip designer.
• Strong knowledge of analog and sensor-based systems.
• Independently conduct experimental and simulation-based research.
• Good communication skills and can present results clearly.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Design next generation thermal sensors based on sigma-delta modulators.
• Conduct experimental and simulation-based research.
• Publish results in IEEE conferences or journals and contribute to open scientific communication.
• Collaborate with TU Delft research groups and supervisors.

Skills

Chip design experience

Analog circuit design

Sensor systems

Experimental research

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

MSc in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Shape the future of sensor technology! — PhD Position Thermal Sensors based on Sigma-Delta Modulation

• Hours per week: 36-40
• FTE: 1.0

Job description

We’re seeking a talented engineer to design next generation thermal sensors, such as flow sensors and temperature sensors, that are based on sigma-delta modulators. The key requirements for this position are a soild understanding of sensor physics, especially about heat transfer, and a solid background in analog circuit design. Only candidates with demonstrable experience in chip design will be considered, e.g. who have published in an IEEE conference/journal or have industrial experience in chip design.

Job requirements

• You hold an MSc degree in Electrical Engineering.
• You are an experienced chip designer.
• You have strong knowledge of analog and sensor-based systems.
• You can independently conduct experimental and simulation-based research.
• You have good communication skills and can write and present scientific results clearly.
• You are proficient in English, both written and spoken.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)

Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional.

Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science

The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) brings together three scientific disciplines. Combined, they reinforce each other and are the driving force behind the technology we all use in our daily lives. At the same time, we are developing the chips and sensors of the future, whilst also setting the foundations for the software technologies to run on this new generation of equipment – which of course includes AI. There is plenty of room at the faculty for ground-breaking research. We educate innovative engineers and have excellent labs and facilities that underline our strong international position. In total, more than 1000 employees and 4,000 students work and study in this innovative environment.

Conditions of employment

Doctoral candidates will be offered a 4-year period of employment in principle, but in the form of 2 employment contracts. An initial 1,5 year contract with an official go/no go progress assessment within 15 months. Followed by an additional contract for the remaining 2,5 years assuming everything goes well and performance requirements are met.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, increasing from €3204 - €4051 gross per month, from the first year to the fourth year based on a fulltime contract (38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.

As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The TU Delft Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment with an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff and a mentor. The Doctoral Education Programme is aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related and research skills.

The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service, offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

Doing a PhD at TU Delft requires English proficiency at a certain level to ensure that the candidate is able to communicate and interact well, participate in English-taught Doctoral Education courses, and write scientific articles and a final thesis.

Please note:

• As part of knowledge security, TU Delft conducts a risk assessment during the recruitment of personnel. The assessment takes place at the final stages of the selection process. When the outcome of the assessment is negative, the candidate will be informed.
• Applying for an exemption for specific research and educational areas is an obligatory part of the selection procedure for this vacancy. This exemption must be obtained from the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science (OCW) before an employment contract is agreed upon.