Research Assistant / PhD position (m/f/d) for CMOS- and RRAM-based Brain-Inspired Architectures: Digital Design and Test

IHP is an institute of the Leibniz Association and conducts research and development of silicon-based systems and ultra-high-frequency circuits and technologies including new materials. It develops innovative solutions for application areas such as wireless and broadband communication, security, medical technology, industry 4.0, automotive industry, and aerospace. IHP employs approximately 400 people. It operates a pilot line for technological developments and the preparation of high-speed circuits with 0.13/0.25 μm-SiGe-BiCMOS technologies, located in a 1500 m² cleanroom that meets the highest industrial nanotechnology requirements.

We are looking for a motivated researcher to join the System Architectures Department to mainly work designing and testing CMOS-based brain-inspired computing architectures for integrating hybrid compute platforms for edge AI applications. The integration of all these different architectures introduces drawbacks, mainly when interfacing analog and digital domains. In this context, different strategies are going to be explored in order to assure the trade-off between performance, energy efficiency and reliability. It is anticipated, the candidate will work towards a PhD. Your detailed tasks will include:

• Digital design and test of CMOS-based brain-inspired architectures (classic and spiking neural networks)
• Logic and physical synthesis of the designed architectures
• Support in manufacturing, characterization and test of the fabricated designs

You hold a Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field. You have good knowledge and experience in digital design and test as well as in logic and physical synthesis. Significant experience with digital design EDA tools is requested. Additionally, knowledge and passion for conventional and non-conventional AI architectures, heterogeneous integration assuming CMOS and novel devices is favorable and test theory is favourable.
You will also be a strong team player. We are looking for a team member who can structure their own work and bring a well-organized and systematic approach to working with creative minds. You will be an ideal fit for this position if you have experimental, analytical, and problem-solving skills, very strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn how to use the latest technical equipment, including various software. You must be fluent in English. German language skills are welcome. Further development of German language skills is expected and strongly encouraged, e.g. through in-house language courses and intensive courses.

Conduct research in a challenging, multinational environment giving you excellent career opportunities. You will have the chance to establish international reputation at the edge of top-notch technologies.
It is important to us to support the individual career developments (e.g. conferences, advanced trainings) as well as the personal needs of our employees by offering flexible working hours and the possibility to work off-site. The compatibility of work and family is highly valued. More information about our scientific excellence and the working environment at IHP can be found on our website.
IHP is TOTAL E-QUALITY-certified for equal opportunities for women and men at work and actively pursues the equality of all gender and all groups of people. We promote the professional development of women and strongly encourage them to apply. Disabled applicants, qualified according to the above criteria, will be given preference over other candidates with equivalent relevant qualifications.

Further advantages:
30 days holiday | special annual payment | Company pension scheme (VBL) | Flexible working hours, also part-time (no core working hours) | Possibility to work up to 40 % independent of location according to company agreement | A wide range of further training opportunities in-house or within the framework of business trips | Discounted company ticket with monthly allowance of € 15,65 for various fare zones | Good transport connections, free parking at the institute | Structured induction and actively supported integration into the institute (welcome workshop, intercultural workshop, joint leisure activities)