Doctoral Researcher / Väitöskirjatutkija (Microelectronics/IC Design)

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Integrated Power & Sensing Systems (IPSS) Lab at the Electrical Engineering Unit at the Faculty of Information and Communication Sciences at Tampere University focuses on energy-efficient integrated circuits (ICs) and system solutions for next-generation edge and bio-integrated applications. The lab focuses on the co-design of sensing interfaces, adaptive power delivery, and mixed-signal integrated systems, enabling highly optimized, reliable, and scalable platforms from circuit to system level. 

Job description 

We are now looking for a Doctoral Researcher in ultra-low-power microelectronics and integrated circuit design to join our research team. The position focuses on developing advanced adaptive clock and power management architectures for next-generation low-power SoCs and processing systems. The work will mainly focus on: 

• Conducting research on advanced adaptive voltage and frequency scaling techniques to improve energy efficiency and robustness under PVT variations and extreme workload fluctuations. 

• Designing and implementing circuit and architecture level solutions for critical-path monitoring, clock generation, and power regulation in advanced CMOS technologies. 

• Performing modeling, simulation, and experimental validation of timing, power, and performance trade-offs. 

• Engaging in the dissemination of the data through scientific publications, report writing, and conference presentation. 

• Participating in developing utilization pathways in collaboration with our partners 

• Collaboration with the other colleagues across Tampere University, and with project partners. 

 

Requirements 

You need to have a master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field before the starting date of employment mentioned below. The successful candidate needs to apply for and be granted a study right for a doctoral degree in the doctoral program of the discipline at Tampere University. Please visit the admissions webpage for more information on eligibility requirements. 

The position requires:    

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related fields. 

• IC design, tape-out, experimental validation experience. 

• PCB board design. 

• Very good English language skills. 

• Ability to write and publish high-quality research papers in peer-reviewed journals. 

• Ability to conduct systematic scientific research, an inquiring mind, and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to work in a team and communicate clearly in a multidisciplinary and international environment, but also to work and think independently. 

• If you have not completed a degree in Finland, an official English certificate is also required. Accepted English certificates and their minimum requirements are available here (Language skill requirements).   

 

We offer 

The position will be filled for a fixed-term period of maximum of four (4) years. The starting date is September 2026. A trial period of six (6) months applies to all our new employees. 

The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee’s personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of a Doctoral Researcher is placed on level 2—4 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for a Doctoral Researcher is approximately 2700 EUR/month. The salary increases based on experience and the progress of doctoral studies.   

We are inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, active and truly international research community. We value interdisciplinarity, as it allows you to expand your research network and exposes you to new perspectives and ideas to solve complex research problems and pursue novel research findings. We are strongly committed to the highest level of scientific research and the provision of high-quality doctoral education.  

As a member of staff at Tampere University, you will enjoy a range of competitive benefits, such as occupational health care services, flexible work schedule, versatile research infrastructure, modern teaching facilities and a safe and inviting campus area as well as a personal fund to spend on sports and cultural activities in your free time. Please read more about working at Tampere University. You can also find more information about us and working and living Tampere by watching our video: Tampere Higher Education Community – our academic playground.   

Tampere is one of the major academic hubs in Nordic countries and offers a dynamic living environment. Tampere region is one of Finland´s three most rapidly growing urban areas and home to a vibrant knowledge-intensive entrepreneurial community. The city is an industrial powerhouse that enjoys a rich cultural scene and a reputation as a centre of Finland’s information society.  

Read more about Finland and Tampere:  

• Visit Finland 

• This is Finland 

• Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment: Welcome to Finland 

• Visit Tampere 

 

How to apply 

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is April 13th, 2026 (23:59 EEST / UTC +3). Please write your application and all the accompanying documentation in English and attach them in PDF format. 

Please attach only the following documents to your application:  

• a CV/Resume (with a list of publications, if applicable) 

• a free-form application letter outlining how you meet the criteria for this role 

• degree certificates and transcript of records (M.Sc. and B.Sc. studies) 

• Certificate of language proficiency (if needed). 

• other relevant documents that support your application (e.g. M.Sc. thesis, the most relevant publications regarding the call (max. 2), list of referees, etc.) 

 

For further information, please contact: 

Professor Abrar Akram, firstname.lastname (at) tuni.fi, +358 50 336 9959 

 

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