Research Fellow in Analogue Mixed-Signal Design for Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs) is a full-time, fixed-term role at Tyndall National Institute, University College Cork, Ireland. The successful candidate will be a key contributor in the development of state-of-the-art power management ICs (PMICs), covering system-level simulation, algorithm design, schematic/layout and silicon validation. They will carry out innovative research in Analogue Mixed-Signal IC Design, with a focus on taking advantage of deep-submicron CMOS and FD-SOI technologies to reduce power losses, improve efficiency and improve voltage regulation in PMIC platforms.
Requirements
- PhD in electrical/electronics engineering, science or related discipline and typically 6 years postdoctoral experience in Analogue Circuit Design applied to Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs).
- Significant industry or research experience, typically 6 years, in analogue IC design in building blocks for Power Management Integrated Circuits, such as micro-to-multi-ampere power path design (linear and switched type), amplifier design, analogue mid/low-voltage (48V-0.6V) sensing or data converters (A/D, D/A) sensing, reference generators, clocking generation (PLL, DLL) with low Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), mixed signal analogue circuit calibration techniques.
- Strong knowledge of CMOS, FD-SOI IC CAD design tools and circuits, including voltage references, parameter-optimized amplifiers (e.g.: low noise, high power supply rejection) for voltage/current sensing, data converters (A/D, D/A), voltage converters and/or regulators.
- A strong publication and / or patent record in the field of analogue integrated circuit design for PMICs.
- Demonstrated ability to work alone and to work in technical teams and lead a chip design project.
- Experience of bringing analogue IC design projects all the way through the design flow through final chip tape-out to wafer fabrication and to laboratory test measurement validation stage. Good record in delivering IP developments in Analogue Mixed-Signal IC Design for PMICs.
Benefits
- Progressive employment and training policies including opportunities for further studies.
- Individual Development Plans – Staff work with their managers to create detailed career ‘roadmaps’ that take into account their interests and career aspirations as well as the business needs of their Centre and the Institute.
- Learning & Development Opportunities – Staff can take advantage of learning and development opportunities, including leadership and management development skills, project management, industry and job-specific learning, and including general business, finance and technology skills.
- Opportunities for mentoring and day-to-day technical supervision of postgraduate (PhD, Masters) and undergraduate students as well as post-doctoral researchers.
- Opportunities for Outreach and Public Engagement activities.
- Support for preparation of competitive research proposals.
