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Junction defect characterization of low thermal budget SOI MOSFET

Investigate advanced junctions for 3D sequential integration in MOSFETs through physical and electrical characterization.

Best for:Best for microelectronics or nanotechnology graduates interested in semiconductor physics and advanced device integration.

Universite Grenoble Alpes · Grenoble, France · R1 · First-stage researcher
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SOI MOSFETSemiconductor DevicesDefect CharacterizationThermal BudgetMicroelectronics
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026
46 days
Funding
Salaried
CEA
Start date
2026-10-01
Full-time
Location
Grenoble
France

Overview

This PhD position is hosted jointly at CEA-Leti and CROMA under the supervision of Daphnée Bosch. The research focuses on analyzing the junction defects of novel transistors fabricated under restricted thermal budgets for 3D sequential integration. The candidate will engage in simulation, process understanding, cleanroom integration management, and extensive physical and electrical characterization. The findings will be disseminated through presentations and peer-reviewed articles.

MOSFETSOICEA-Letijunction defectsTCAD simulationsemiconductorscleanroom

What you'll do

  • Conduct literature reviews, simulations, and TCAD modeling to conceptualize junction structures.
  • Investigate process steps including ion implantation and solid-phase epitaxial regrowth.
  • Manage integration and cleanroom fabrication workflows.
  • Perform physical and electrical characterizations such as noise measurements and Deep-Level Transient Spectroscopy.
  • Valorize research findings through scientific presentations and journal publications.

Requirements

Degree required: Master's degree in microelectronics, nanotechnologies, or a related field

Degree offered: PhD

Language: English or French proficiency (no strict minimum specified)

Instruction: English / French

Required skills
  • Background in microelectronics or nanotechnologies
  • Familiarity with semiconductor physics and device classes
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex technical puzzles
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary research team
Nice to have
Experience with TCAD simulation toolsPrior cleanroom or semiconductor fabrication experienceKnowledge of electrical characterization techniques such as DLTS or noise analysis

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
CEA
Duration
36 months
Programme
CEA
CEA

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-11-30

Interested candidates should review the application portal and submit their CV along with supporting documents before the deadline. Contact the supervisor via email for informal inquiries.

Documents required
  • CV
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Contact

Daphnee Bosch· Supervisor

daphnee.bosch2@cea.fr

0438789795

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Prof.
Daphnee Bosch
Departement Composants Silicium (LETI)
Lab
Laboratoire des Transistors Avances
Universite Grenoble Alpes
France
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