Masters in Analog Front End Design Contract : Full Time/Fixed Term
Job description
Microelectronic Circuits Centre Ireland (MCCI) is an EI / IDA technology centre hosted at Tyndall National Institute. Its mission is to carry out industry-led world-class Analog, Mixed-Signal and RF integrated circuit research and to deliver trained people and IP to industry. MCCI is already collaborating with 35 companies and many of the staff eventually transfer into the thriving microelectronics industry in Ireland. MCCI targets real-life applications with its research and currently has projects in diverse topics such as DNA detection, next generation optical communications, bio-sensing, imaging for security applications and early cancer detection. MCCI is carrying out innovative research in the areas of Radio Frequency, Frequency Synthesis, high speed optical transceivers, high performance data-converters and power management integrated circuits to enable new applications.
The Project
Reporting to Dr. Daniel O'Hare Principal Researcher in Sensor Interface Circuits at MCCI, the position involves the design of low power precision Analogue interface circuits to electronically capture sensor outputs. Smartphones and the Internet of Things have enabled an exponential growth in the numbers of sensors measuring our surroundings. To date each sensor requires a separate analogue interface. In this project we want to investigate novel time based circuit architectures that can help achieve flexible, low-power, multi-functional sensor interfaces. It will involve working with the team to understand sensor system requirements, propose novel circuit solutions and then design an integrated chip to demonstrate the circuits.
What's on offer
You will have the opportunity to:
Work as a highly valuable research team member in a world-class technology centre that has a very young, dynamic, vibrant and self-driven work environment that focuses on high impact research results which are strongly aligned to Industry partners.Great career development and advancement that is highly visible to the semiconductor industry through direct contact or IEEE publications.Work with material scientists and sensor designers in Tyndall National Institute.Opportunity to attend and publish work at leading conferences such as IEEE Solid-State Circuits conferences and IEEE BioCAS conference.Attend training courses and workshops, use the latest industry CAD design tools.Opportunity to publish in leading IEEE journals.Excellent working conditions including 20 Days of annual leave.Key Responsibilities
The candidate is expected to be creative, self-motivated, and be part of a team which helps create an efficient and friendly atmosphere within the MCCI teams and beyond to all teams at Tyndall.
Propose innovative circuits to meet the requirements of the Sensor system.With guidance, implement the solution on an integrated circuit. This involves system level simulation, algorithm development, schematic design, layout and validation of manufactured silicon.Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research, as directed by and with the guidance of senior MCCI research staff.Participate in Education and Public Engagement activities, as required.Ensure all activities are compliant with the Tyndall Quality Management system.Ensure all activities are compliant with the required Health and Safety standards.Carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.Essential Criteria The minimum academic qualification is a first or upper second class honours degree (or an equivalent international degree) in electrical engineering, electronic engineering, physics or related relevant discipline.The successful candidate will be highly analytical with good interpersonal and organisational skills.The successful candidate will be highly innovative with a strong desire to create world-beating integrated circuits research for real-world applications.Desirable Criteria Knowledge of integrated circuit design tools such as Cadence.Good mathematical ability and knowledge of statistics.Knowledge of analogue circuits, filters and Digital Signal Processing (DSP).Experience in area of Analogue, Mixed-Signal or RF circuit design.Knowledge of mathematical modelling tools such as MATLAB.An annual student stipend of €22,000 applies to this successful candidate for this position. In addition, yearly University academic fees will be paid by the Tyndall National Institute.
Any queries relating to this position can be forwarded to Dr. Daniel O' Hare Closing date of application is 31st October 2024.
Application Instructions
Please make sure to attach an up to date CV/Resume AND a brief motivation letter outlining how you meet the 'Essential Criteria' for this role.
Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. At this time, Tyndall National Institute does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies. Tyndall National Institute at University College, Cork is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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