In the context of a research project funded by an ERC Consolidator Grant, the Biomedical Electronics Research Group (BERG) of Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona is seeking experienced candidates to carry out research on the design of integrated circuits intended to be imbedded within injectable implants.

We want to develop and demonstrate wireless networks of implants capable of stimulating the muscles and recording their activity. Potentially, among other fields of application, this technology will be used to restore motor functions in patients who suffer from paralysis. The implants will look like short pieces of flexible thread and will be injectable. These features will be possible because the power supply methods used so far in active implants (e.g. batteries and inductive coupling) will be replaced by an innovative power transfer method.

Now we are seeking for a research engineer for collaborating in the design of the integrated circuits that will be imbedded within those implants.

Candidates must be experienced proactive engineers in ASIC design with an inclination towards research. Possession of a PhD degree is not a requirement but it will be considered very positively. (Actually, the position can be considered as a postdoctoral fellowship.) Ample experience in mixed signal ASIC design is required (+ 4 years postgraduate). Experience in high-voltage ASIC design will be considered very positively. A background in communications or in biomedical engineering will also be considered very positively. In addition, experience in the following areas will be positively valued (not necessarily in order of preference): electronic packaging and connection technologies, electromagnetic compatibility, electrical safety, biomedical instrumentation, FEM simulations and electrical stimulation.

Find out more information on the research group at http://berg.upf.edu/

To apply for this position go to: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/340000