Summary
KU Leuven’s Faculty of Engineering Technology invites applications for a PhD fellowship focused on low-power and secure cryptographic circuits for flexible healthcare patches. This project is part of the LOGICARE initiative aimed at designing flexible chips for next-generation healthcare applications.
PhD Fellowship in Low-Power and Secure Cryptographic Circuits at KU Leuven, Belgium
Designation
PhD Fellowship in Electrical Engineering
Details Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Low-Power and Secure Cryptographic Circuits |
| Location | Campus Diepenbeek, Belgium |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology |
| Job Description | – Conduct system-level studies. – Design circuits for tape-out. – Characterize manufactured circuits at the ES&S lab. – Understand flexible technology challenges and opportunities. |
| Salary | Funded for the full duration of the PhD |
| Contract Duration | Initially 1 year, extendable based on performance |
| Supervisors | Prof. Nele Mentens and Prof. Kris Myny |
Research Area
The research focuses on developing integrated circuits based on Indium-Gallium-Zinc-Oxide (IGZO) technology, emphasizing side-channel protected authenticated encryption for wearable healthcare devices.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
- Good knowledge and hands-on experience in digital electronics.
- Proficiency in VLSI IC design; familiarity with Cadence software is essential.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Engage in detailed system-level research.
- Design and characterize flexible healthcare circuitry.
- Address challenges unique to flexible electronic technologies.
- Collaborate with a diverse team and contribute to innovative research.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their applications via the online application tool by contacting Prof. Nele Mentens at nele.mentens@kuleuven.be or Prof. Kris Myny at kris.myny@kuleuven.be for further information.
Last Date to Apply
August 5, 2026 (23:59 CET)
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