PhD student position in THz and Microwave electronics

Updated: about 1 month ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 17 Apr 2024

22 Mar 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Chalmers University of Technology
Research Field

Engineering » Electrical engineering
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country

Sweden
Application Deadline

17 Apr 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Reference Number

304--1-12763
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Information about the research group
The Group for Advanced Receiver Development (GARD) carries research in the field of Terahertz technology. GARD research activities include elements of low-temperature physics, superconducting electronics, material science, terahertz technology and thin-film technology. This research has main applications in instrumentation for radio astronomy and environmental sciences. Being internationally recognized with its state-of-art Terahertz instrumentation, GARD was and is participating in major large-scale international projects, such as Herschel HIFI, ALMA and APEX.

As a PhD student with us at GARD, you will be involved in technological development aiming to achieve ultra-wideband RF and IF performance components for next generation receivers for APEX, ALMA (though the Wideband Sensitivity Upgrade program), and EHT, partially within the European project RADIOBLOCKS , involving about 30 different research insitutes developing state-of-the-art technology for future radio astronomy instrumentation.

Major responsibilities
The prospective PhD student is expected to:

- Design and measure advanced wideband waveguide structures at THz frequencies

- Design,realize and measure integrated (MMIC-like) THz mixers operating at cryogenic temperatures for wideband operations

- Analyze the findings and perform simulations, formulate conclusions, present and publish the results.

The major responsibilities are to pursue your own doctoral studies. As a PhD student, you are expected to develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing, both in Swedish and in English. The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 per cent of the employed time.

Read more about doctoral studies at Chalmers here .

Qualifications
We are looking for a person with a Master degree corresponding to at least 240 higher education credits (or equivalent) in electrical engineering, applied physics, or materials science. Grades above average are required; excellent grades are advantage. Also, for the position we require good proficiency in English (written and oral), hands-on experience in electromagnetics or high frequency electronics modeling or simulations, e.g. HFSS; ADS as well as high motivation and ability to work in a team

Contract terms
Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of five years.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg . 
Read more about working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence . Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with reference number 20240192 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

CV:(Please name the document: CV, Family name, reference number)
• CV
• Other, for example previous employments or leadership qualifications and positions of trust.
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter:(Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, ref.number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous experience of relevance for the position (e.g. education, thesis work and, if applicable, any other research activities)
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Copies of bachelor and/or master’s thesis.
• Attested copies and transcripts of completed education, grades and other certificates, e.g. TOEFL test results.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. 

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered.

Application deadline: 2024-04-18

For questions, please contact:
Vincent Desmaris, 
[email protected]

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. *** 
   


Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, technology-related mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our six Areas of Advance; Energy, Health Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Materials Science, Production and Transport. The aim is to make an active contribution to a sustainable future using the basic sciences as a foundation and innovation and entrepreneurship as the central driving forces. Chalmers has around 11,000 students and 3,000 employees. New knowledge and improved technology have characterised Chalmers since its foundation in 1829, completely in accordance with the will of William Chalmers and his motto: Avancez!
 

 


Requirements
Research Field
Engineering
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Research Field
Engineering » Electrical engineering
Years of Research Experience
None

Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Chalmers University of Technology
Country
Sweden
City
Göteborg
Postal Code
41296
Street
Chalmers Tekniska Högskola

Where to apply
Website

https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rm…

Contact
City

Göteborg
Street

Chalmers Tekniska Högskola
Postal Code

41296

STATUS: EXPIRED

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