Postdoctoral researcher in analog and RFIC design, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering

The University of Oulu is a multidisciplinary, international research university, with about 4000 employees who produce new knowledge based on high-standards research and provide research based education to build a more sustainable, smarter, and more humane world. The University of Oulu community has about 17,000 people in total. Our northern scientific community operates globally and creates conditions for the emergence of innovations.

We are looking for applicant for

Four year Postdoctoral researcher position in analog and RFIC design

to join us in the Circuit and Systems (CAS) Research unit at the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, University of Oulu

CAS has been conducting analog IC design since late 1980ies, designed hundreds of integrated

circuits from single amplifiers to multi-million transistor mixed-signal systems. Currently the group is involved in RF design from 10 GHz up to 300 GHz, (co-)supervising more than 10 PhD students.

About the job

As a Postdoctoral researcher you will be part of the research group in the field of RFIC design. You will be participating in IC design research project in which integrated circuit for a phased array will be designed using modern advanced node CMOS technology. You will be the main designer of the multi-branch integrated transceiver and system design of the phased array platform. You will also be conducting measurement campaign including probe and over-the-air measurements. As a postdoctoral researcher you will be participating in writing funding proposals, supervising MSc and doctoral resarchers and teaching.

What we offer?

• The support of an experienced and enthusiastic community where you can share your expertise and grow as an expert.
• Development and career options of the big organization.
• Wellness benefit ePassi covers sports, culture, and well-being.
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us
• Our Buddy Programme and Spouse Network support you and close ones in settling into Oulu.
• We have an HR Excellence in Research , a quality label, which is a recognition awarded by the European Commission for the development of researchers’ working conditions and careers. Read more about living in Oulu

Who are you?

You are expected to have the ability to pursue research, work productively in a team of various backgrounds, and supervise undergraduate and graduate students. Specifically, you must have :

Salary

The position is fixed-term for 4 years as of 1.9.2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The salary will be based on levels 5-6 of the demand level chart for Finnish universities' university-level teaching and research staff. In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (a maximum of 50% of the job-specific component). The starting gross salary will be approximately €3900-4500 per month, depending on the qualifications. A trial period of 6 months is applied to the position.

How to apply?

Interested? If yes, please apply by 10.8.2025  (23 : 59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system.

The application should be written in English and include the following :