SDU Microelectronics, part of institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for a 3-year PhD position within Wearable Design and Mutli-Modal Monitoring of Brain Disorders. The position is open from May, and the specific start date will be agreed with the successful candidates.
Research area and project description
Current seizure detection relies heavily on EEG, but we believe we can do better. NeuroEar aims to use multimodal monitoring to significantly enhance seizure detection and prediction accuracy.
This PhD project focuses on designing and testing high-quality electronics (both discrete and integrated) and participate in clinical studies at the Danish Epilepsy Centre (Filadelfia) to validate the device on patients. You will also spend 3 months at Georgia Tech/Emory University (USA), working on machine learning and data benchmarking.
Work description
The selected PhD student will be responsible for the full development of the multimodal neuromonitoring system. Tasks will include:
Integrating a discrete impedance measurement prototype into an existing in-ear earpiece equipped with an EEG sensor.
Conducting clinical/feasibility studies at the Danish Epilepsy Centre (Filadelfia) and using ML and AL to process the data.
Designing and implementing a low-power impedance integrated circuit, suitable for wearable in-ear devices, to further advance the practical, everyday use of the technology.
Qualifications
Applicants should hold a MSc in electronics, computer engineering, biomedical engineering, Physics, or a closely related field.
Required Qualification
Solid background in electronic hardware design, including experience with PCB design and off-the-shelf components.
Solid background in analog/mixed-signal ultra-low power CMOS circuit design, including experience with amplifiers and bias circuits.
Solid background in using machine learning and AI for data processing.
Experience with industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, or Mentor Graphics.
Understanding of semiconductor device physics, especially MOSFET operation, modeling, and scaling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on experience with layout and tape-out of CMOS chips.
Contact person: Associate Professor, Milad Zamani, mzamani@sdu.dk, +45 9352 2149.
If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk.
Application
Before applying the candidates are advised to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students and the SDU information on how to apply.
Assessment of the candidates is based on the application material, and an application must include:
Motivated application.
Curriculum Vitae.
Master’s and bachelor’s degree certificates or equivalent, including transcripts of grades (copy of original/official English translation).
Completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants. Find the form at the Faculty website.
Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at the Faculty website.
An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish).
Only for applicants from programmes that evaluate thesis/examination project by approved/not approved: An official written assessment of the thesis or dissertation project from the grade giving institution. The statement must clearly state that the candidate has been among the top 30 pct. in the graduation class for the study programme.
List of publications and maximum 2 examples of relevant publications (in case you have any publications).
References may be included, you're welcome to use the form for reference letter at the Faculty website.
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 no.) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked and allow binding and may not be password protected.
UPLOAD GUIDE: Motivated application shall be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae shall be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents shall be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files of max 50 MB per file).
The application deadline is February 20, 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 enrollment/employment
Appointment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position, and the monthly gross salary incl. pension is 36.608 DKK. If you have relevant postgraduate experience, you may be placed on a higher salary step.
The preferred start date is from May 1, 2026.
Applicants must hold a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master's degree) at the time of enrollment and employment. Employment is contingent on enrollment approved by the PhD School. Enrollment will be in accordance with Faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order). 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 with the associated circular on the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for PhD fellows as described herein as well as the Protocol on PhD fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). Further information about salary and conditions of employment. The person employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial evaluation, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.
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The University of Southern Denmark wishes our 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, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.
Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.
Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Odense Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Syddansk Universitet, Campusvej, 5230 Odense M
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 20-02-2026;
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