Two-year Postdoc Position on CMOS for Spintronic-based Computing

The Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for a 2-year Postdoctoral position in CMOS circuit design for spintronic-based computing. The position offers an exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge research project focusing on the co-design of CMOS and spintronic devices for next-generation energy-efficient and non-von-Neumann computing architectures. 

The project explores hybrid CMOS–spintronic computing systems, leveraging emerging spin-based devices such as magnetic tunnel junctions (MTJs) to enable ultra-low-power, non-volatile, and scalable computing platforms. The research aims to develop CMOS interface circuits and system architectures that tightly integrate with spintronic devices for applications including in-memory computing, neuromorphic computing, and hardware acceleration for AI workloads. 

 As a Postdoctoral Researcher in CMOS Design, you will play a central role in the design, simulation, and validation of CMOS circuits enabling spintronic-based computing systems. You will work closely with device physicists and system architects to translate device-level characteristics into robust circuit- and system-level solutions. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Define specifications and requirements for CMOS–spintronic interfaces in collaboration with project partners. 
• Design analog and mixed-signal CMOS circuits for driving, sensing, and reading spintronic devices. 
• Participate in the full IC design flow from architecture to schematic, layout, and verification. 
• Perform post-layout simulations and contribute to prototype validation and measurement activities. 
• Document design choices, trade-offs, and experimental results in high-quality publications. 

The position offers the opportunity to establish an independent research profile while collaborating closely with existing activities in CMOS circuit design, neuromorphic computing, cryogenic electronics, and spintronic-based computing systems. The role also contributes to Denmark’s and Europe’s strategic ambitions under the EU Chips Act, and other similar programs. 

The position is open from June 2026, and the specific start date will be agreed with the successful candidate.  

What we offer 

• A stimulating research environment within SDU Microelectronics, a growing section integrating expertise in analog/digital IC design, spintronics, neuromorphic computing, and energy-efficient system architectures. 
• Access to advanced facilities for design, characterization, and system prototyping. 
• Excellent opportunities for collaboration across SDU and with national and international academic and industrial partners in microelectronics, photonics, and quantum technologies. 
• Strong support for professional development through the Lecturer Training Programme and mentoring. 
• An open and collaborative research culture within SDU’s Faculty of Engineering (TEK), promoting interdisciplinary innovation across electronics, materials science, and artificial intelligence. 

What we expect 

Applicants should hold a PhD in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (completed within the last 5 years) with strong experience in CMOS IC design. 

The ideal candidate has: 

• Strong background in analog and/or mixed-signal CMOS circuit design. 
• Hands-on experience with Cadence analog and mixed-signal design tools. 
• Experience in layout design and physical verification (DRC/LVS) using tools such as Calibre. 
• Interest or experience in emerging devices, spintronics, or non-volatile memory technologies. 
• Experience with digital IC design flows (Genus, Innovus) is considered a plus. 
• Strong background in analog IC design. 
• Hands-on experience in Cadence analog and mixed-signal IC design tools. 
• Experience in layout design and physical verifications  
• Expert in Cadence Digital IC design. 
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams. 
• All candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written English skills, along with very good communication abilities. 

Workplace description 

The successful candidate will join SDU Microelectronics, a dynamic and expanding section at the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (IME). The section conducts internationally recognized research in integrated circuits, spintronics, photonics, and neuromorphic computing, and plays a central role in SDU’s ambition to be a national and European hub for semiconductor and chip innovation. 

Further information 

For further information about the position, please contact Professor Farshad Moradi (moradi@sdu.dk / email), Head of the SDU Microelectronics section and Associate Professor Hooman Farkhani (farkhani@sdu.dk / email), Deputy Head of SDU Microelectronics. 

If you experience technical problems, please contact our email support.

Application

Applicants are advised to read the SDU information on how to apply.

Assessment of the candidates is based on the application material, and the application must include: 

• Motivated application.
• Curriculum Vitae. 
• Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (original and an official English translation).  
• Complete list of publications.
• Publications most relevant to the position.
• Summary and documentation of experience in teaching, if relevant to the position. 
• A research statement may be included.
• References/reference letters may also be included.
• A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included.

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration number) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked, allow binding and may not be password protected. 

SUBMISSION GUIDE: Motivated application must be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae must be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents must be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files with a maximum 50 MB per file). 

The application deadline is March 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM/23:59 (CET/CEST) 

Assessment and selection process

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU.  Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.

Read about the Assessment and selection process.  

Conditions of employment

Appointment as a postdoc is temporary for an initial 2-year period, and the preferred start date is from June 2026. Extension may be possible depending on available funding.

Employment as a postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level at the time of employment. Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state including the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for postdoc as described therein. Further information on salary and taxation. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial assessment, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.

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The University of Southern Denmark wishes its staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, is subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position(s).

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