Postdoctoral Associate

Virginia AG; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech’s Institute for Advanced Computing (Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering) invites applications for a postdoctoral associate to advance research in integrated circuits and systems-on-chip for wireless sensing and implantable applications. The role emphasizes independent research, publishing, and leadership across collaborations.

The successful candidate will publish in top venues, lead ongoing activities, and assist in grant proposal preparation, with a 40-hour

Qualifications

• PhD in EE/CE/CS awarded within last four years with at least one year remaining.
• Strong publications in high-impact conferences/journals.
• Experience with integrated circuit design tools such as Cadence.
• Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in integrated circuits and related areas.
• Publish high-quality research in top international venues.
• Provide leadership and project management for ongoing activities and collaborations.
• Support grant proposal preparation when needed and perform other research duties.

Skills

Publications track record

Collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Education

PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related

Tools

Cadence

Job description

Job Description

A postdoctoral associate is sought to conduct research in the area of integrated circuits at Virginia Tech's Institute for Advanced Computing with an appointment in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The Postdoc will particularly participate in the design and development of integrated system-on-chips for wireless sensing, communication, and implantable applications.

The postdoctoral associate will be expected to:

• Complete independent research in accordance with current ongoing research activities in the broad area of integrated circuits
• Publish high-quality research in top international conferences and journals in the field
• Provide leadership and project management for ongoing activities, including working with researchers in other fields of study and collaborators at other institutions
• Participate in the preparation of grant proposals when needed, guided by their postdoc advisor
• Complete other research-related duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Completed or Expected to Complete a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related areas. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
• An established track record of scholarly publications in high impact conferences and journals;
• Demonstrated background and expertise in integrated circuits and experience with integrated circuit design tools such as Cadence
• A track record of research publications in reputable conferences and journals
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Hours per week

40

Review Date

Ongoing, first review 7/10/2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

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