For the academic year 2022/2023, Ghent University in Belgium is accepting applications for a PhD position on high-speed IC design for optical I/O.
Project details:
The Design group of the UGent-imec IDLab research group is recruiting many new doctoral and postdoctoral researchers. The Design group is a world leader in the development of high-speed, high-frequency integrated circuits for next-generation communication systems. Currently, the Design group is involved in nine European projects, one ESA project and direct research contracts with global market leaders. These partnerships provide the ideal atmosphere for high-quality, industry-relevant research, with experienced colleagues and first-class test and measurement equipment. The primary lines of research are wired (fiber, radio-over-fiber), wireless (5G, mmWave) and instrumentation, for which custom CMOS or SiGe BiCMOS devices are designed and incorporated into system demonstrations.
This position seeks a strong research profile in analog and mixed-signal circuit design for next-generation high-speed driver, receiver and equalizer circuits with very low power consumption for high-density optical I/O to provide Terabit-per-second connectivity in GPU-based computer systems to strengthen our design team. One of the research group’s specialties is the extensive co-design of photonic and electrical chips to produce small, energy-efficient, high-performance optical transceivers. Furthermore, optical switching is planned for the optical network to effectively distribute the workloads among computer units, necessitating the use of dedicated burst mode circuitry to process such data packets.
Scholarship value
At Ghent University, they offer a fully funded doctoral position for full-time research in a highly international, renowned and pleasant working environment, as well as a competitive income.
To obtain your PhD, you will publish and discuss your research results at important international conferences and scientific publications, and you will have the opportunity to participate in various further training courses at home and abroad.
PhD position on high-speed IC design for optical I/O | Eligibility Criteria
An appropriate master’s degree, such as a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering, is required. Strong experience in designing and manufacturing analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits using advanced SiGe BiCMOS or CMOS technologies. Expertise in design software such as Cadence, Mentor Graphics, electromagnetic simulators, parasitic extraction and verification software. Additional experience is seen as a positive: Workplace experience (academic or industrial) or writing Characterization of high-speed, high-frequency components and (sub)systems in the laboratory Signal processing, optical devices and photonics circuits are all covered in this course. Your English is excellent, both speaking and writing. You are a team member who excels at networking and reporting.
How to Apply for the PhD Position on High Speed IC Design for Optical I/O
Prof. dr. Johan Bauwelinck, [email protected]is the person to contact if you have any questions about this position.
A CV, a personal motivation letter and the contact details of three references must be attached to the application.
Following the screening process, shortlisted candidates will be asked to participate in an online interview as the first step of a multi-stage selection process.
As long as the vacancy has not yet been filled, applications will still be accepted.
Deadline: August 31, 2022 00:00.
For more information and to apply, go here.
