Post-Doctoral Fellow, VLSI Circuit and Chip Development

Job Description

Post-Doctoral Fellow, VLSI Circuit and Chip Development

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, prototype design and preparation of 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 li.chen@usask.ca.

Department

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Status

Term

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.