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Computing Sciences | Tampere universities at the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences (ITC) in the Tampere University invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher position in the field of IC design.  

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking to hire a Doctoral Researcher for a fixed-term position till 31.7.2029. The doctoral position broadly belongs to either one of these two tracks.

Track 1- Hardware design for next-generation baseband processing/channel coding algorithms. 

Track 2- In-Memory-Computing based Hardware design for Machine Learning/wireless-communication accelerators. 

The research focuses on developing energy-efficient and high-throughput Integrated Circuits (ICs) for next-generation wireless communication networks as well as low-power Machine Learning (ML)/Artificial Intelligence (AI) hardware accelerators.

As a Doctoral Researcher, you will begin by developing and testing innovative solutions for future wireless baseband processing systems, with a focus on short channel code decoding algorithms for neXt generation Ultra-Reliable Low Latency Communication (X-URLLC) scenario. The results will be disseminated in scientific peer-reviewed journals, international conferences, doctoral network events and events with industry. 

REQUIREMENTS

• You need to have a master’s degree (or equivalent eligibility for doctoral studies) from electrical/wireless communication/computer engineering, or a related discipline in science or engineering completed on 1 August 2025, at the latest.  
• Experience in at least one of the following is necessary: 
  • Track 1- Wireless communication systems, Information theory/Channel coding, Digital IC design, FPGAs/ASIC design, Machine Learning/AI for wireless communication systems
  • Track 2- Analog/mixed-signal ICs, Circuits design and analysis, Front-end/Backend IC design, Memory circuits design, In-Compute-Memory custom circuit design 
• You also need to have an inquiring mind, enjoy problem-solving and be able to think independently while also being able to work in a team.  
• A good command of English, both in writing and in oral presentations, is required.  
• Successful candidates must be pursuing or should be accepted to study towards a doctoral degree in computing. Please visit here for more information on eligibility requirements. 

Tampere University is a unique, multidisciplinary, and boldly forward-looking, evolving community. Our values are openness, diversity, responsibility, courage, critical thinking, erudition, and learner-centeredness. We hope that you can embrace these values and promote them in your work. 

WE OFFER

The duration of the fixed term employment is till July 31, 2029. The start of the employment is planned to be as soon as possible after the selection is made but the start date can be negotiated. A trial period of six (6) months applies to all new employees. 

The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee’s personal performance in accordance with the salary system of Finnish universities. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of a Doctoral Researcher is placed on level 2–4 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for Doctoral Researchers is approximately 2650 EUR/month and it will increase during the studies depending on the progress (up to about 3500 EUR/month). 

We are inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, active and truly international research community. 

The University has a strong commitment to the highest level of scientific research and the provision of high-quality doctoral education. The Faculty supports the doctoral students by offering training and peer support. The University offers a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working hours, excellent sports facilities on campus and several restaurants and cafés on campus with staff discounts. Please read more about working atTampere University or watch our video: Tampere Higher Education Community - our academic playground.     

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HOW TO APPLY
 
 Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The applications are received from  until 17.06.2025 (23:59:00 EEST / 20.59:00 UTC).  

Please write your application and all the accompanying documentation in English and attach them in PDF format. 

Please attach only the following documents to your application: 

• A letter of motivation and description of your research interests (max. 1 A4 page) 
• Curriculum vitae according to the TENK template (including the contact details of two 
• referees) 
• List of publications 
• Transcript of records (master’s and bachelor's degree studies)  

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Assistant Professor, mohsin.abbas@tuni.fi

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