Senior Postdoctoral Researcher in Microwave Sensing (Chipless RFID Sensing) Contract : Full Time/Fixed Term Tyndall National Institute, University College Cork is an internationally recognised European research centre in integrated ICT (Information and Communications Technology) encompassing materials, devices, circuits and systems.
As Ireland's largest Research and Technology Organisation (RTO), specialising in both electronics and photonics, Tyndall works with global industry and academia to transform research into products in its core market areas of electronics, communications, energy, health, agri-tech and the environment.
With a network of over 200 industry partners and customers worldwide, Tyndall is focused on delivering human and economic impact from excellence in research.
Tyndall is home to a research community of 600 people of over 50 nationalities.
Current radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology employs integrated circuits (ICs).
The production of these ICs poses formidable environmental challenges for the future.
Tyndall has recently received funding from the SFI Research Centre CONNECT for the CARAMELs project to develop wireless sensors using a chipless and battery-less approach using sustainable cardboard materials.
Our novel approach will build upon Tyndall's printed, chipless, split-ring resonator RFID tag designs and will incorporate Laser Induced Graphene (LIG) sensing elements together with the use of Machine-Learning (ML) techniques to improve tag read sensitivity (Radar Cross Section, RCS) and bit storage capacity (bit spectral density).
Tyndall National Institute is therefore seeking a Senior Post-Doctoral Researche r to join our team with the following Responsibilities : Deliver antenna and microwave solutions to enable chipless RFID solutions on cardboard substrates Work with our research colleagues to develop new types of LIG sensing elements that can be interfaced with the above antennas and incorporate Machine Learning techniques to improve sensor readability Develop working demonstrators to showcase the developed sensor technology Liaise with research partners and relevant stakeholders at a technical level Manage communication with relevant parties Carry out administrative work to assist the program of research and ensure all project deliverables and milestones are achieved in a timely manner Participate in Education and Public Engagement activities, as required Enhance Tyndall's position internationally as a world expert in wireless sensing systems Contribute to the engagement on IP activities in partnership with the Office of Technology Transfer 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 candidate should have: Qualified to PhD level in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or a relevant Science and Engineering discipline with specialization in Electromagnetics, RF and Antenna Engineering Typically more than 10 years of PostDoc experience in Antenna and RF Design (at least 3 years Senior PostDoc experience) Proven expertise in the specification, design, simulation and characterization of chipless and battery-less wireless sensors Expertise in antenna design and implementation of Antenna and RF circuits Expert-level knowledge of CST and ADS circuit simulation EDA tools Expertise in the use of specialized RF laboratory equipment such as VNA, Dielectric Measurements, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, anechoic chamber measurements Excellent publication track-record record in IEEE Transaction Journals and Conferences in the field of Antennas, Circuits and Systems Demonstrated proposal writing capability Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Desirable Criteria The candidate should have: Evidence of entrepreneurial experience Evidence of creative skills and strong mathematical ability Familiarity with Screen Printing techniques for Microwave circuits and Antennas Familiarity with LIG fabrication Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams Strong track record in EPE (Education and Public Engagement) activities and ability to communicate science to the general public Tyndall National institute has a proactive entrepreneurial culture and we welcome applications from candidates who possess entrepreneurial and creative skills/experience, including the creation of technology start-ups.
The duration of the project is 24 months specified purpose.
Appointment may be made on the IUA Senior Postdoctoral Researcher Scale €52,715 to €57,332 based on qualification and experience.
Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.
For further information, please contact John Buckley .
Closing date of applications is Friday 1st November, 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.
Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.
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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