Cryogenic electronics at the quantum/classical interface

Key facts

• Opens: Monday 15 June 2026
• Deadline: Friday 17 July 2026
• Number of places: 1
• Duration: 42 months
• Funding: Home fee, Stipend, Travel costs

Eligibility

Full funding, covering fees and stipend, is available for applicants who are UK Nationals (meeting residency requirements) or have settled status (meeting residency requirements), pre-settled status or otherwise have indefinite leave to remain or enter.

We are seeking a candidate with a strong degree in Physics, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. An interest in electronics, programming, low-temperature physics, RF/microwave systems, or quantum hardware is desirable.

Practical experience with electronics, programming, data analysis (e.g. Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW or other tools) would be highly advantageous

Project Details

We invite applications for a PhD on scalable quantum technology and electrical metrology, co-supervised by the University of Strathclyde and the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), the UK’s National Measurement Institute in Teddington, West London. The project focuses on cryogenic electronics at the quantum/classical interface, a key technology for enabling control hardware interfaces to cryogenic quantum devices (e.g. semiconductor spin qubits) and supporting the real‑world deployment of quantum computing at scale.

You will explore low‑temperature electronic systems for high‑fidelity quantum operation, including characterisation of power‑efficient, scalable cryo‑CMOS and development of novel cryogenic measurement techniques. The work combines experimental hardware development, metrology, control systems (including machine learning/AI), and prototypical semiconductor quantum devices.

The student will be based full‑time at the National Physical Laboratory with joint academic supervision from the University of Strathclyde. The successful candidate will join the Postgraduate Institute for Measurement Science (PGI), gaining access to specialist training, a national cohort of postgraduate researchers, and a programme of professional development and networking opportunities.

The research environment at NPL provides direct access to the UK quantum technology ecosystem, with opportunities for collaboration with industry partners such as Quantum Motion Technologies. This is an excellent opportunity to build a career translating advanced technologies from laboratory to industry. Successful graduates will find their skills in demand across sectors including quantum technologies, semiconductors, test and measurement, automation, and AI/software development.

Funding details

EPSRC and NPL Quantum Program

Stipend and London allowance stipend top-up, Conference and travel costs.

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Dr Alessandro Rossi

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Primary supervisor

Dr Alessandro Rossi (academic supervisor)

Secondary supervisor

Dr Jonathan Fletcher (Industry supervisor)

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Number of places: 1

1 place based full time at NPL, Teddington, West London

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Physics

Programme: Physics

Contact us

• Alessandro.rossi@strath.ac.uk
• Jonathan.fletcher@npl.co.uk

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