Research Assistant – RF MEMS Resonator Characterization & Analysis Contract: Full Time/Fixed Term Summary Tyndall National Institute is a leading European research centre in integrated ICT hardware and systems. Central to Tyndall's mission is delivering economic impact through research excellence. We work with industry and academia to transform research into products in our core market areas of communications, agri-tech, energy, environment and health.
The successful candidate will be a key member of Tyndall's MEMS Group performing research on wafer-level characterization and analysis of Tyndall fabricated RF MEMS resonators, especially Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) type resonators. They shall also prepare and submit progress reports and project documents to the Project Manager throughout the project. In addition, the candidate will have the opportunity to produce high-quality research articles for International Conferences and Journals.
Key Responsibilities Wafer-level Probing and RF Characterization:Perform wafer-level probing of fabricated Piezoelectric SAW resonators.Utilize semi-automatic or automatic RF-probers to measure the resonators' performance.Operate Network Analyzers (e.g., VNA or ENA) for RF characterization of SAW devices.Test Data Analysis and Curve-Fitting:Analyze test data to extract performance parameters of SAW resonators.Use Advanced Design System (ADS) software to perform curve-fitting and extract Electro-mechanical coupling coefficient (Kt2) and Quality factor (Q) using the modified Butterworth-Van Dyke (mBVD) model.Software Development for Automation:Research and develop a software-based automation platform using Python.Design and implement software modules to automate the curve-fitting process and extraction of SAW performance parameters from experimental data.Collaboration and Reporting:Collaborate with other researchers in the group.Regularly report progress and findings to the Supervisor and the Line Manager.Other responsibilities Participate in Education and Public Engagement activities.Ensure compliance with Tyndall's Quality Management, and Health and Safety standards.Perform additional duties as required within the scope of the post.Essential Criteria Under-graduate degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics Engineering.Prior hands-on experience with semi-automatic or automatic RF-probers.Proficiency in operating Network Analyzers (VNA or ENA).Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.Desirable Criteria Basic knowledge of Surface Acoustic Wave devices.Experience with Advanced Design System (ADS) software is highly desirable.Strong programming skills in Python.Appointment may be made on the IUA Scale for Research Assistants €31,462- €41,443 p.a. Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.
Closing date of application is 23rd August, 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.
Tyndall National Institute at University College, Cork is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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