“We are entering a technological shift where new materials, devices, and circuit architectures are not only exciting areas of research - but they are also rapidly becoming industrial necessities. It’s precisely this transformation that I want to be part of and contribute to,” says Anton Persson, who has just joined the Division of Microwave Electronics as an Assistant Professor.
In February 2024, Chalmers announced 17 strategic tenure-track Assistant Professor positions. These university-wide openings aimed to attract top talent across broadly defined fields. What made this recruitment round unique was its cross-departmental approach, involving experts from a wide range of disciplines. This time, the positions spanned all seven Areas of Advance - Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Health and Technology, Materials Science, Nano, Production, and Transport - as well as the thematic areas of Space, Ocean, and Land, and seven roles within Basic Sciences.
A total of 1,250 applications were submitted. Following a rigorous evaluation process and interviews involving numerous Chalmers staff members, 19 new Assistant Professors were ultimately selected. Among them is Anton Persson, who most recently held a postdoctoral position at Stanford University’s Department of Electrical Engineering. He now joins the Microwave Electronics Division within the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience.
“My research sits at the intersection of electronics and materials science, focusing on how emerging nanomaterials can enable scalable, energy-efficient electronics. The goal is to develop the next generation of custom-built electronics for AI and communication technologies. More specifically, I work with transistors based on two-dimensional semiconductors for logic and memory applications, as well as III–V semiconductors for high-frequency electronics. This involves extensive cleanroom work and detailed material and device characterization, Anton explains.
What drew you to this field?
“Silicon electronics has been the backbone of technology for over 50 years, but it’s becoming increasingly difficult to sustain further advancements. That’s why we’re seeing a shift - new materials, novel device concepts, and innovative circuit architectures are becoming essential. I want to be part of that shift and help drive it forward.”
Why Chalmers?
“Chalmers offers an ideal setting for my research, with internationally recognized expertise in advanced device technologies, cutting-edge nanofabrication facilities, and strong capabilities in material characterization. Its longstanding research tradition in both 2D and III–V electronics aligns perfectly with my background.”
Can you tell us a bit about your journey?
“I earned my master’s in engineering physics from Chalmers, including an exchange year in Munich. I then completed my PhD in nanoelectronics at Lund University’s Department of Electrical and Information Technology. After that, I spent several years at Stanford as a postdoc, researching electronics based on 2D materials. Now, after my time in California, I’m excited to be back in Sweden - and especially to return to Chalmers.”
And outside of work?
“I love spending time in nature. My wife and I enjoy hiking and taking trips, both along the coast and inland. We’re always open to suggestions for great excursions within one to two hours of Gothenburg!”