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PhD Position on Cryogenic Low-Noise Low-Power Sub-10GHz Receivers

Posted on Feb 23, 2026

PhD Position on Cryogenic Low-Noise Low-Power Sub-10GHz Receivers

Cryogenic Low-Noise, Low-Power Sub-10 GHz CMOS Receivers.

Job Description

Are you passionate about analog and RF circuit design? Do you have a strong background in microelectronics and want to apply your expertise to cutting-edge quantum technology? Join our interdisciplinary research team to help shape the future of quantum computing!

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to develop cryogenic CMOS receiver circuits for scalable quantum bit (qubit) readout. This project lies at the intersection of quantum technology and integrated circuit (IC) design, offering a unique opportunity to work on advanced cryogenic electronics within a multidisciplinary environment.

Your Mission

You will contribute to the design and implementation of scalable cryogenic CMOS receivers optimized for sub-10 GHz operation. These receivers are essential components for reading out the state of multiple qubits in next-generation quantum systems. The project will include:

• Architecture Exploration: Investigate and evaluate various receiver topologies and readout architectures based on scalability, signal-to-noise ratio, readout speed, and tolerance to circuit non-idealities such as noise and distortion.
• Circuit Design: Design key receiver blocks, including low-noise amplifiers, mixers, and baseband amplifiers, optimized for operation at cryogenic temperatures.
• Receiver Characterization: Evaluate receiver performance at both room and cryogenic temperatures.
• System Integration: Co-integrate your receiver circuits with quantum bits (qubits) in a dilution refrigerator and demonstrate real-time qubit readout.

What We Offer

• A challenging and exciting research project at the forefront of quantum and microelectronics integration.
• Access to state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure and cleanroom facilities.
• Close collaboration with leading experts in quantum technologies, IC design, and cryogenic electronics.
• A dynamic, international, and interdisciplinary research environment.

Requirements

• M.Sc. in Microelectronics or a closely related field.
• Solid background in analog, mixed-signal, and RF circuit design.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international research setting.
• Demonstrated creativity, originality, and a drive for high-quality research.

We welcome enthusiastic and curious researchers who are excited to contribute to future quantum systems through innovative electronic design. You will be part of an inclusive and supportive research community committed to scientific excellence and real-world impact.

TU Delft

Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

Challenge. Change. Impact!

QuTech

is a mission-driven research institute of TU Delft. Together we are working on a radical new technology with world-changing potential. We are developing scalable prototypes of a quantum computer and a secure quantum internet.

We believe quantum technology will be a game changer in many social and economic sectors - including health, agriculture, climate, and security. To achieve our ambitious goals, we bring scientists, engineers, and industry together in an inspiring environment, with plenty of room for ambition, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

Have a look at our video and get a glimpse of QuTech.

Faculty Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science

The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) brings together three scientific disciplines. Combined, they reinforce each other and are the driving force behind the technology we all use in our daily lives. Technology such as the electricity grid, which our faculty is helping to make completely sustainable and future-proof. At the same time, we are developing the chips and sensors of the future, whilst also setting the foundations for the software technologies to run on this new generation of equipment - which of course includes AI. Meanwhile we are pushing the limits of applied mathematics, for example mapping out disease processes using single cell data, and using mathematics to simulate gigantic ash plumes after a volcanic eruption. In other words: there is plenty of room at the faculty for ground-breaking research. We educate innovative engineers and have excellent labs and facilities that underline our strong international position.

Conditions of employment

Doctoral candidates will be offered a 4-year period of employment in principle, but in the form of 2 employment contracts. An initial 1,5 year contract with an official go/no go progress assessment within 15 months. Followed by an additional contract for the remaining 2,5 years assuming everything goes well and performance requirements are met.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, increasing from € 3059 per month in the first year to € 3881 in the fourth year. As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The TU Delft Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment with an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff and a mentor. The Doctoral Education Programme is aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related and research skills.

The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service , offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

Additional information

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