PhD in the field of AI methods for CMOS circuit design

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.de) currently operates 75 institutes and research institutions in Germany and is one of the leading organisations for application-oriented research. Around 32 000 employees develop the annual research volume of 3.4 billion euros. At the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF we know our technologies like our Western Bag. As one of the few scientific institutions worldwide, we are researching along the entire semiconductor value chain and customized synthetic diamonds. Whether high-frequency circuits for communication technology, voltage converter modules for electromobility, laser systems for measuring methods, or novel hardware and software for quantum computers as well as quantum sensors: We develop technology from morning to day for a sustainable and safe society.

Become part of our AI team in the brand new "Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence" at our office in Heilbronn (ipai campus). Together with leading partners from industry and science, we explore and develop electronic Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor digital circuits with the help of artificial intelligence. Expand your potential in an inspiring environment that focuses on research and development of the latest automotive, robotics, space and security applications. Worldwide, high pressure is being used to improve the use of artificial intelligence. Both the basic hardware components are continuously optimized and the methods for their development are refined. The design flow of these circuits and (sub) systems, which is considered a key to the realization of ground-breaking applications, is particularly important. This doctoral thesis aims to examine and develop innovative circuit concepts. With the aid of AI design tools, the CMOS design flow is to be improved and kept transparent and verifiable at the same time.

What you do with us We are looking for AI methods for the digital circuit design.

The following activities are carried out:

• You analyze design and layout flows of Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) Silicon Digital circuits
• They perform the design of (part) components of digital circuits.
• This focuses on the use and development of automated and novel design tools
• For your research, you can use access to advanced CMOS-based IC technologies.

What you bring

• Completed scientific university studies (Master) in electrical, communications, computer science or microsystems engineering or comparable discipline
• Knowledge of the functioning of CMOS digital circuits and technologies for the realization of CMOS First experience in the digital field with regard to circuit design of CMOS components Knowledge of how to deal with circuit simulation and 3D field simulation programs (e.g. Cadence Virtuoso, Advanced Design System (ADS), CST Studio Suite or comparable tools) * Self-employed, scientific working and quick incorporation into new problems
• Good English, team and communication strength as well as joy in experimental work

What you can expect

• Modern research infrastructure with unique facilities along the entire value chain
• Widely disciplined research areas enable both specialization and interdisciplinary work
• Continuous participation in the current research discourse and freedoms in own research
• 100% payment by TVöD
• Exchange with colleagues within the Fraunhofer Society and other scientific institutions and industry
• Personal development opportunities through a wide range of training opportunities and participation in international specialist conferences

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Joblocations:

74076 Heilbronn, Neckar, BADEN_WUERTTEMBERG, GERMANY