[Ireland] PhD Research Studentship on High-Speed, Advanced Analogue Front-ends for Photonic Transmission Systems, Tyndall National Institute
PhD: Research and design of high-speed, advanced analogue front-ends for photonic transmission systems (Ref.: PT-09)
Today, we are witnessing the emergence of new internet applications such as cloud-computing, the usage of large datacenters consisting of thousands of computing nodes, storage area networks etc. which all require very high bandwidths, preferably at low cost, low power consumption and integrated in high densities. Bandwidth-intensive applications put challenging requirements on the analogue front-end circuitry required to convert information from the optical to the electronic domain and vice versa.
The Photonic Systems Group in the Tyndall National Institute in Cork, Ireland has a broad-ranging research programme in leading-edge photonic systems, including: optical signal generation, transmission, restoration, processing, switching, high-speed circuit design and quantum encryption. The emphasis is on applications and system-level investigations, and these activities involve developing a detailed physical understanding of semiconductor and fibre components, as well as an appreciation of telecommunications systems.
Applications are invited for a funded postgraduate research studentship. In this project, the objective is to develop analogue front-end circuitry for cutting-edge photonic applications. More specifically, it concerns advanced transceivers operating at bit-rates ranging from 10-Gb/s till
40-Gb/s.
The position will lead to a higher degree including Ph.D, and is available to start immediately. The successful student will receive training in the usage of the complex CAD tools required for the completion of a design in advanced semiconductor technologies. He or she will work alongside experienced researchers to develop working silicon. The laboratory facilities available for photonic systems research at the Tyndall National Institute are amongst the best in Europe. The minimum academic qualification is a first or upper second class honours degree in physics, electrical engineering, or related relevant discipline. The successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, and keen to learn and contribute as an integral member of a dynamic research team.
For more information, please contact Prof. Paul Townsend at paul.townsend@tyndall.ieor Dr. Peter Ossieur at peter.ossieur@tyndall.ie.
To apply, please submit a CV to careers@tyndall.iequotingthe reference number.
At this time, Tyndall National Institute does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies.
Tyndall National Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
To apply for this post, complete the application form and forward with a detailed curriculum vitae and references to:
HR Department
Tyndall National Institute, Lee Maltings, Prospect Row, Cork, Ireland
Fax: +353-21-4904058
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