Doctoral students in Nanoelectronic Memory Devices

Karlstad University; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 362,808 - 434,573; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Dynamic working environment

Free non-mandatory Swedish courses

Job summary

Karlstad University is seeking Doctoral students in Nanoelectronic Memory Devices to explore the future of nanoelectronics in Gothenburg. You will focus on developing next-generation devices and advanced memory technologies within a vibrant research environment.

This fully funded position offers a fully supportive academic environment and opportunities for teaching, allowing candidates to be part of cutting-edge technology advancements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (Masterexamen) of 120 credits or a Master’s degree (magisterexamen) of 60 credits required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Enthusiasm and motivation to independently drive projects.
• Creativity and problem-solving skills are highly valued.
• Great interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset are important.

Responsibilities

• Research in nanoelectronic memory devices focusing on two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenide semiconductors.
• Develop memory transistors and perform electrical and materials characterization.
• Teaching at Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties.

Skills

Communication skills in English

Problem-solving capabilities

Creativity

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in engineering physics, electrical engineering, materials science, nanotechnology, or related field

Tools

Cleanroom environment experience

Device characterization

Job description

Doctoral students in Nanoelectronic Memory Devices

Our goal is to focus on competence, knowledge and collaboration in order to play an important, demonstrable role in social development.

Do you want to explore the future of nanoelectronics and develop next-generation devices beyond the limits of silicon? Join Chalmers and contribute to cutting-edge research on two-dimensional semiconductors, focusing on advanced memory technologies in a world-class research environment.

About us

The Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience advances the frontiers in quantum technology, nanoscience, photonics and future electronic systems - for technical and societal development. Our cross-disciplinary approach gives interesting collaborations in academy, industry and society, and is a driving force for innovations, results and breakthroughs. We offer a vibrant, international research environment and direct access to world-class nanofabrication facilities.

Under the supervision of Dr. Anton Persson, who recently joined from Stanford University, you will become part of the Division of Microwave Electronics which has doctoral students and senior researchers from both industry and academia working with semiconductor technology development, circuit design, and the realization of complete system demonstrations.

About the research project

The continuous miniaturization of silicon-based electronics has driven the technological progress for decades. However, as devices now approach atomic scales, the fundamental laws of physics increasingly hinder further advances. To sustain the pace of innovation, both academia and industry have started exploring alternative materials, devices, and circuit architectures, particularly in the rapidly expanding field of artificial intelligence (AI) accelerator hardware. Atomically thin two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) semiconductors have emerged as highly promising candidates to either significantly complement or even replace silicon in future electronics.

In this project, your doctoral research will focus on developing novel memory transistors based on TMDs that enable functionality beyond the limits of silicon. The project covers nanofabrication, semiconductor device physics, electrical and materials characterization as well as low-level system integration, benefiting from one of the largest cleanrooms in European academia and our uniquely well-equipped electrical characterization laboratory.

The following requirements are mandatory:

• To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must have a Master's degree (masterexamen) of 120 credits or a Master’s degree (magisterexamen) of 60 credits in engineering physics, electrical engineering, materials science, nanotechnology, or a related field. (For students with an education earned outside of Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted.)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• We seek applicants who demonstrate enthusiasm and strong motivation, who can independently drive projects forward, and who proactively develop and discuss their own research ideas.
• Creativity, analytical skills, and excellent problem-solving capabilities are highly valued.
• Given the collaborative nature of the project, great interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset are important.

The following experience will strengthen your application:

• Experience in semiconductor processing in a cleanroom environment and electrical device characterization is meritorious.
• Develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing.
• The position generally also includes teaching at Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 percent of working hours.

Contract terms

• The Doctoral student positions are fully funded from start.
• The position is a fixed-term appointment of four years, with the possibility to teach up to 20%, which extends the position up to five years.
• A starting salary of 35,725 SEK per month (valid from May 1, 2026).
• Doctoral studies require physical presence throughout the entire study period. A valid residence permit must be presented by the study start date; otherwise the admission may be withdrawn.

What we offer

• As a Doctoral student at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
• Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.

Swedish language proficiency is not required at any point during employment, but Chalmers offers free non-mandatory Swedish courses for non-native speakers.