Your tasks
We are looking for a research assistant to join our activities in communication and sensing technology. You will participate in the applied research development of the next generation RF and mmW Integrated circuits:
* Translation of system requirements into the design of integrated RF/mmW circuits
* Layout and verification of integrated RF/mmW circuits
* Implementation of research ideas into relevant scientific results
* Potential supervision of BSc/MSc students
Your profile
* Team oriented attitude
* Creative thinker with strong problem solving skills
* Good written and oral communication skills in English
* MSc or PhD in electrical Engineering or equivalent practical work experience
* Knowledge of EDA (Cadence or Synopsys) frontend and backend circuits with basic concepts such as circuit noise and linearity, linear amplifiers, low-noise transimpedance amplifiers (TIAs), automatic gain control (AGC) circuits, and linear equalizers
* Prior knowledge of or knowledge of heterojunction bipolar transistors
* Experience in testing and debugging high-speed analog and mixed-signal ICs, as well as experience with physical design and verification (passive component design using industry-standard tools such as Cadence Virtuoso and EMX or HFSS)
Your prospects
The FHNW is part of a diverse society: it benefits from the resulting opportunities and acknowledges its responsibilities. In doing so, it goes a step further - the adoption of unconventional paths calls for creativity, openness and courage.
Your benefits
* Wide range of university sports
* Cultural programme of lectures, concerts, theatre and films
* Established implementation of equal pay
* Targeted promotion of doctoral projects
* Annual working time (42 hours/week) with the option of part-time and teleworking
* Mentoring programme for career development
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