PhD in Compact THz Front-Ends for Space Telescopes

Observatoire de Paris; France; Sur place; EUR 21 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Observatoire de Paris invites applications for a PhD position in THz heterodyne front-ends at the LIRA group. The project targets integrating mixer and frequency multiplier technologies to enable compact, multi-channel THz receivers for space missions.

You will perform literature reviews, RF design explorations, and MMIC simulations under supervision. Requirements include a Master degree (or equivalent) in electronic engineering or related fields, strong background in high-frequency electronics

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a solid background in high frequency electronics and electromagnetics theory.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an inquisitive mindset are required.
• Good writing skills and team spirit are essential.
• Advanced design tools and RF measurement experience are a plus.
• Experience with high-frequency MMIC design is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Carry out literature review on packaging and interfacing for high-frequency THz systems.
• Analyze factors influencing performance and identify new integration paradigms.
• Perform RF design exploration and multi-harmonic simulations of MMIC schemes.
• Coordinate with supervision for theoretical study, design, and RF measurements.

Connaissances

High frequency electronics

Electromagnetics theory

Problem solving

Writing skills

Team spirit

Formation

Master Degree or equivalent in Electronic engineering

Undergraduate in Astrophysics

Master Degree or equivalent in Solid state physics

Master Degree or equivalent in Electronics

Master Degree or equivalent in Electromagnetism

Outils

Advanced Design System

Ansys HFSS

Electronic software

RF measurement

Description du poste

Observatoire de Paris invites applications for a PhD position in THz heterodyne front-ends at the LIRA group. The project targets integrating mixer and frequency multiplier technologies to enable compact, multi-channel THz receivers for space missions.

You will perform literature reviews, RF design explorations, and MMIC simulations under supervision. Requirements include a Master degree (or equivalent) in electronic engineering or related fields, strong background in high-frequency electronics