Research Assistant/Engineer (Integrated Circuits Design)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore is seeking a talented Integrated Circuit Design Engineer to join its R&D team, focusing on next-generation ADCs. You will design, simulate, and verify high-performance, low-power ICs and work across analog and digital domains.

Collaborate with external industry partners, perform tape-out readiness, and contribute to publications and patents while advancing fabrication-ready solutions.

Qualifications

• :Bachelor's degree in EE/CE with IC design focus.
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• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics, and SPICE.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and implement high-performance, low-power ICs for ADC.
• Develop mixed-signal (analog/digital) circuits.
• Collaborate with industries in Silicon Valley.
• Conduct layout design and verification for fabrication compliance.
• Implement power-efficient, low-noise techniques for high-resolution ADC.
• Perform chip testing, characterization, and debugging.
• Coordinate with fabrication partners to tape-out and manufacturability.
• Contribute to research publications, patents, and documentation.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with a focus on IC design

Strong understanding of circuits and signal processing techniques

Familiarity with low-power design methodologies and noise reduction techniques

Hands-on experience with IC tape-out processes, testing, and validation

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Synopsys

Mentor Graphics

SPICE simulators

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Engineer to join our cutting-edge research and development team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in designing and developing next-generation ADC, pushing the boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

• 1) Design, simulate, and implement low-power, high-performance ICs for ADC.
• 2) Develop mixed-signal (analog/digital) circuits.
• 3) Collaborate with industries in Silicon Valley.
• 4) Conduct layout design and verification, ensuring compliance with industry standards and fabrication requirements.
• 5) Implement power-efficient and low-noise circuit techniques suitable for high-resolution ADC.
• 6) Perform chip testing, characterization, and debugging to validate functionality and optimize performance.
• 7) Work closely with fabrication partners and foundries to ensure successful tape-out and manufacturing processes.
• 8) Contribute to research publications, patents, and technical documentation.

Qualifications

• 1) Min Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with a focus on IC design.
• 2) Proficiency in EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics, and SPICE simulators.
• 3) Strong understanding of circuits and signal processing techniques.
• 4) Familiarity with low-power design methodologies and noise reduction techniques.
• 5) Hands-on experience with IC tape-out processes, testing, and validation.
• 6) At least one IEEE SSCS conference or journal publication.
• 7) Open to Fixed Term Contract.