Assistant Professor in Low-Power Secure Computer Architectures for Edge Devices

About the opportunity

The Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is seeking an Assistant Professor in Low-Power Secure Computer Architectures for Edge Devices. The successful candidate will join the Electronic Systems (ES) group within the Electrical Engineering department, focusing on driving innovation in secure, low-power architectures for sensors, wearables, and AI. The role involves developing design methodologies that embed security directly into hardware to enable trustworthy computation in edge environments without compromising energy budgets. The position is part of the Beethoven program, which aims to strengthen STEM research and education.

Salary and benefits

• Salary (Scale 11) between €4,925 and €6,682 gross per month for a full-time position.
• Year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• Dedicated mentoring program for integration into the university and Dutch research environment.
• Development Track with the prospect of becoming an Associate Professor (tailor-made proposals for senior profiles).
• High-quality training programs for academic leadership and teaching.
• Technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care, and sports facilities.
• Affordable access to the TU/e Student Sports Center.
• Partially paid parental leave.
• Allowances for commuting, working from home, and internet costs.
• Staff Immigration Team support for international candidates.
• Tax compensation scheme (Expat Scheme) and partner career support.

Who can apply?

• PhD in Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems research, or a comparable domain.
• Strong academic and industry network with national and international research interactions (e.g., joint collaborations, projects, or publications).
• Experience in managing professionals to develop people and create synergy.
• Excellent teaching skills, preferably demonstrated at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Experience acquiring external research funding from industry or (inter)national funding bodies.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills with the potential to build a research group.
• Excellent proficiency in written and verbal English.

Required documents

• Cover letter describing motivation and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and contact information for three references.
• Description of scientific interests and plans (1-2 pages).
• Statement of teaching goals and experience (1-2 pages).

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted by September 1, 2026, at 23:59h CET.

How to apply

• Submit a complete application online via the official portal.
• Participate in online interviews with the selection committee.
• Attend a 'Candidates’ day' on campus, which includes interviews, an introduction program to the group, department, and university, and a formal interview with a Recruitment Advisory Committee.