Phd On The Topic: Iot Soc Designs For Cmos Qrngs

Organization: Founded in 2021, iQrypto is a deep-tech startup based in Mons, Belgium. Specializing in quantum random number generation, advanced device electronics, analogue and digital design, and data acquisition systems, iQrypto is at the forefront of secure hardware technologies for quantum and post-quantum computing applications. The team operates with high agility and interdisciplinary expertise, enabling rapid innovation in both research and product development. Within the R&D division, a 3-year interdisciplinary PhD position is available at iQrypto headquarters in Mons, Belgium. The successful candidate will work on novel hardware security design approaches tailored for quantum-secure systems, with a focus on IoT System-on-Chip designs for CMOS-integrated Quantum Random Number Generators. The position is funded by the MSCA Doctoral Networks programme for the initial 36 months. The candidate will also undertake one or more secondments at partner institutions during the first three years of the project. The Doctoral Candidate will work on: IoT SoC designs for CMOS Quantum Random Number Generators The research will focus on the design, development, integration, measurement, and characterisation of IoT-oriented System-on-Chip architectures for CMOS Quantum Random Number Generators. The work will address secure hardware design, embedded processor integration, analogue and digital design, and the development of tools and methodologies for testing and validating quantum-secure systems. The work will include:
· System-on-Chip design for CMOS QRNG systems
· Exploration and integration of RISC-V or alternative processor architectures
· Analogue and digital design for secure embedded hardware
· Hardware design, simulation, synthesis, and validation using EDA tools
· Measurement and characterisation of electronic and QRNG systems
· Software scripting and tool development for automation, testing, data acquisition, and data analysis
· Use of tools to support design exploration, development workflows, analysis, and documentation
· Collaboration with academic and industrial partners within the REACT network
· Writing academic, scientific articles and thesis
· Undertake the necessary steps to obtain a PhD Degree The Doctoral Candidate will be supervised by: Dr. Alessandro Brunetti, iQrypto Prof. Farhad Merchant, RUG The two secondments are currently foreseen during the PhD: RUG, Netherlands — 6 months and IHP, Germany — 6 months The candidate will also participate in REACT’s interdisciplinary doctoral training programme, workshops, network events, and research activities. Qualification & Eligibility: ● Mobility Rule: Candidates must not have resided or carried out their main activity in “host country” for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the recruitment date. ● PhD Rule: Applicants must not already possess a doctoral degree at the date of recruitment. ● Master degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with excellent grades. ● Sound knowledge of computer hardware design and synthesis tools (EDA Tools). ● Excellent programming and scripting skills. ● Excellent English communication, presentation, and writing skills. ● Must be a team player. ● Must be willing to work in a highly-paced start-up environment ● Knowledge of FPGA architectures is an advantage. ● Knowledge of PCB design techniques is an added advantage. Conditions of employment:

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you: ● A salary of € 2500 gross per month in the first year, increased yearly based on inflation and seniority and based on a full-time position. ● Extra holiday pay and end of year allowance ● Meal voucher of facial value of 8 euros per worked day ● A temporary position of one year with the option of renewal for another two years; prolongation of the contract is contingent on sufficient progress in the first year to indicate that you will successfully complete your PhD thesis within the next three years. A PhD training programme is part of the agreement. ● Intended start date: September 1, 2026 Application: Please submit the following material, concatenated in a single PDF file and upload this file as your ‘CV’ by means of the application form at careers@iqrypto.com. ● A cover letter motivating your application and detailing the motivation to apply for this specific PhD project (1 page max). ● An academic CV. ● A research statement (2 pages max) describing your personal research interests and previous research projects. ● A certified list of grades from your undergraduate degree(s) up to the moment of application (in case your MSc degree has not yet been awarded). ● The names and e-mail addresses of 2 academic referees who are willing and able to write recommendation letters for you, including the supervisor of your MSc research project. Applications will be evaluated as received, however, you may apply for this position until no later thanJuly 15, 2026 17:00 Belgian local time (CET) by mail. Our Commitment to In