About the opportunity
Are you eager to shape the next generation of chips using atomically thin materials? In this PhD position, you will investigate 2D materials as a platform for next-generation sensing and computing devices. You will develop growth recipes for 2D materials and fabricate and characterize devices that could contribute to emerging energy-efficient brain-inspired computing hardware. The project will be undertaken within the NanoComputing Research Lab in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), located at the heart of Europe’s leading semiconductor region. You will be supervised by Dr. Abhishek Singh Dahiya and Prof. Aida Todri-Sanial, with access to state-of-the-art cleanroom and characterization facilities.
Salary and benefits
- Full-time employment for four years with an intermediate assessment after nine months
- Gross base salary from €3,204 to €4,051 per month in accordance with scale P of the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities
- An 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus calculated on annual gross base salary
- Standard 29 days of leave per year, expandable to 41 days through flexible working hours
- Participation in the ABP pension scheme with the university paying 70% of the premium
- Comprehensive allowances for commuting, working from home, and internet costs, plus access to a tax compensation expat scheme
Who can apply?
- A master's degree (or an equivalent university degree) in electrical engineering, nanotechnology, or a related field
- A solid foundation in semiconductor materials and device physics
- Prior experience in nanomaterial growth, nanofabrication processes, and 2D material transfer processes
- A research-oriented attitude with the ability to work in an interdisciplinary team
- Motivation to develop teaching skills and mentor bachelor and master students
- Fluent in spoken and written English at C1 level
Required documents
- Cover letter describing motivation and qualifications for the position
- Curriculum vitae including a list of publications and contact information of three references
When to apply
- Published on October 19, 2026
- Application deadline is November 19, 2026
How to apply
- Prepare your cover letter and curriculum vitae including publication list and references
- Submit your complete application online by using the apply button on the official vacancy page
- Note that email and postal applications will not be processed
Additional information
- You will spend a minimum of 10% and a maximum of 15% of your four-year employment on teaching tasks and student supervision
- A pre-employment screening such as a knowledge security check may be part of the selection procedure
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Ideal for master's graduates in electrical engineering or nanotechnology who want to specialize in 2D materials and semiconductor physics
- Strong fit for researchers interested in combining hands-on cleanroom fabrication with academic publishing and international conference participation
- Appealing environment for candidates seeking structured doctoral training embedded within a leading European semiconductor innovation hub
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires a four-year commitment with mandatory teaching duties ranging between 10% and 15% of your working time
- Relocation to Eindhoven, Netherlands, is necessary as this is an on-site university position
- Competitive recruitment process with a strict submission deadline of November 19, 2026
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This four-year fully funded PhD position serves as an excellent stepping stone toward an academic career in semiconductor research or an R&D role in high-tech industries. It provides comprehensive technical training, cleanroom access, and direct collaboration with circuit designers and international research networks.
Our take
Candidates with a strong background in nanomaterials, device physics, and cleanroom fabrication who wish to advance European semiconductor technology should strongly consider applying before the November deadline.
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