Graduate Project Assistant (Diploma/Master)

We are looking for PhD candidates to join the CDL-MWTH (Christian Doppler Laboratory for Distributed Microwave and Terahertz Systems for Sensors and Data Links) at the Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU). The research topics of our group include integrated RF circuits, passive RF components, as well as system design and signal processing for wireless sensors and RF data links. A focus is on frequencies in the mm-wave and THz regions.

Several fully funded research positions (40h per week) in the following areas are currently available:

• RF circuit design on SiGe and BiCMOS technology

• Novel mm-wave and THz sensors and sensor systems

• High-data-rate communication systems

• Digital signal processing for RF-based communication links and sensors

Job Duties:

• Carrying out research in one of the aforementioned areas
• Publication and presentation of the scientific work in journals and at international conferences
• Supervision of student projects

Your Qualifications:

• You have an above-average university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Electronics, Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics, respectively, or in a closely related field like Computer Sciences, Mathematics or Physics
• Experience in at least one of the following fields: a) RF circuits, systems and measurement techniques b) RF circuit design on SiGe or BiCMOS c) Digital signal processing d) Software and hardware co-development, e.g. with DSP- and/or FPGA
• You have a high interest in scientific research and are able to work independently and self-motivated
• Good IT skills, Python, Matlab, simulation tools (RF, circuit design, etc.)
• You are a team player and fluent in English (level B2). Knowledge of German is a plus

What We Offer:

• On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is € 3,578.80 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: B1)
• Stable employer
• Attractive campus environment with good public transportation connections
• Attractive continual educational opportunities
• State-of-the-art research infrastructure
• Dynamic research environment
• Broad range of on-campus dining services/healthy meals (organic food at the cafeteria)
• Exercise and sports classes (USI)
• …and much more

Application Deadline: 02/28/2024.

The Johannes Kepler University wishes to increase the proportion of academic female faculty and, for this reason, especially welcomes applications by qualified women. If applicants are equally qualified, a woman will be given preference for this position. The university welcomes applications from qualified applicants with disabilities. These applications will be given special consideration.

How to Apply:

Prospective applicants interested in the multifaceted position are requested to electronically send an application in adherence to the stated criteria together with the requested documentation via our online portal karriere.jku.at/application or to the Johannes Kepler University Linz, Department of Human Resource Management, Altenberger Straße 69, A-4040 Linz. Please include “Job Reference Number 33500-2024-000652“ in your application.

Contact:

If you have questions, please contact: Assoz.Univprof. DI Dr. Reinhard Feger, P +43 732 2468 6391, E‑mail:  jobs@nthfs.jku.at.