Scholarship: Fully-funded
Degree: Bachelor, Master
Nationality: International Students
Location: Sweden
Application deadlines: Open
Scholarship Description:
Dr. Anton Persson is an incoming Assistant Professor at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, the institution leading EU’s €1 billion Graphene and 2D Materials Flagship and a leader in advanced electronics research. He joins Chalmers from Stanford University, where he was a Postdoctoral Researcher in Professor Eric Pop’s group. Dr. Persson holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Lund University and is recognized as an emerging expert in semiconductor devices. In 2025, he will serve on the Technical Program Committee for the prestigious IEEE Semiconductor Interface Specialists Conference (SISC).
Project description
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 AI hardware. Atomically thin two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) semiconductors have emerged as highly promising candidates to either replace or significantly complement silicon in future electronics.
In this project, your PhD research will focus on developing novel memory and logic devices based on TMDs. These will target both near-term industrial applications and emerging neuromorphic (brain-inspired) computing architectures for AI accelerator hardware. The project encompasses materials exploration, device physics, nanofabrication, and low-level system integration, benefiting from Chalmers’ world-class cleanroom and uniquely well-equipped electrical characterization laboratory.
Under the supervision of Dr. Anton Persson, who recently joined from Stanford University, you will be a member of a team of PhD students and senior researchers from both industry and academia, working with semiconductor technology development, circuit design, and the realization of complete system demonstrations.
Available Subjects:
- AI Hardware
Eligibility criteria:
- To qualify, you should hold an M.Sc. degree or a four-year B.Sc. degree in physics, material science, electrical engineering or a related field. Experience in semiconductor processing in a cleanroom environment and electrical device characterization is meritorious. Well-documented capability of communicating in English, both spoken and written, are required.
- 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.
Application Procedure:
Use the link to reach the application form:
https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rmjob=13864&rmlang=UK