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.
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.
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Lund University
- Department: Faculty of Engineering (LTH), Division of Electromagnetism and Nanoelectronics (EMN), Department of Electrical and Information Technology (EIT)
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Fully funded doctoral studentship
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 1
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in: Sweden
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: All nationalities
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: PhD research in any subject offered by Lund University’s Faculty of Engineering (LTH)
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a second-cycle qualification (MSc degree) or equivalent.
- Meet specific admission requirements in Electrical Engineering or related fields (see detailed admission requirements).
- Proficiency in English.
- Strong background in semiconductor physics or semiconductor technology.
How to Apply
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.
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.
