Post-Doctoral Fellow, VLSI Circuit and Chip Development

4 days ago

Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Primary Purpose: Develop RISC-V related microcontroller and Open FPGA.

Nature of Work: Reporting to Professor Li Chen, the successful candidate will conduct high-quality research within a group of researchers (Ph.D. students and a Postdoctoral Fellow).

Typical Duties or Accountabilities: Design, chip layout, the prototype design and preparation manuscripts for publication in high impact journals. Other duties as assigned.

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent research experience in analog and digital circuit design, mix-signal chip layout.

Experience: Experience in VLSI circuit design, knowledge in radiation effects in integrated circuits will be a plus.

Skills: Demonstrated ability to undertake independent research evidenced by publications, and development of new research initiatives. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a research team. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills appropriate for interacting with students, staff and industry.

To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit their CV and contact information for three references. Inquiries for this position can be forwarded to Dr. Li Chen at 

Department: Electrical and
Computer Engineering
Status: Term

Employment Group:

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary Information: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Posted Date: 4/6/2022

Closing Date: Until Filled

Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

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