Postdoctoral Researcher in Embedded Hardware, FPGA, Edge AI and Smart Sensors 80%-100%

pD-ITET PBL is a research and teaching group at ETH Zurich working on embedded systems, Edge AI, TinyML, smart sensing, FPGA‑based systems, autonomous robots, and drones. We are looking for a talented and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a strong hands‑on hardware and FPGA background, who is interested in contributing substantially to both research and teaching. /p pThe ideal candidate should enjoy developing complete embedded systems, from sensor and processor selection to PCB design, FPGA/MCU implementation, firmware development, hardware debugging, and deployment of signal‑processing and machine‑learning algorithms. /p pA significant part of the position will also involve teaching and student supervision, particularly in the areas of embedded systems, FPGA design, electronics, and machine learning on microcontrollers. /p pbJob description /b /p pCandidates should have a PhD in bElectrical Engineering /b or a closely related field. /p pA strong practical embedded hardware background is essential, including experience in several of the following areas: /p ul libFPGA design and implementation /b, including HDL development and hardware/software co‑design /li liDesign and development of complete embedded hardware/software systems /li liPCB schematic design, layout, board bring‑up, debugging, and validation /li liIntegration of sensors, microcontrollers, FPGAs, SoCs, and embedded processors /li liEmbedded programming in C/C++ /li liReal‑time signal processing and embedded perception, hardware‑aware AI /li liInterfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB, Ethernet, MIPI, or similar /li liUse of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power analyzers, and hardware debugging tools /li liDeployment and optimization of machine‑learning models on resource‑constrained hardware /li /ul pCandidates should also have experience or strong interest in bEdge AI, TinyML, embedded machine learning, neuromorphic computing, or signal processing /b. /p pWe are looking for someone who can take ownership of a prototype bfrom concept to a complete working hardware/software system /b, rather than focusing exclusively on simulation or algorithm development. /p h3bTeaching Responsibilities /b /h3 pTeaching is an important component of the position. /p ul liTeaching bembedded systems /b /li liTeaching and supporting bFPGA‑based design /b /li liTeaching bmachine learning on microcontrollers and embedded processors /b /li liDevelopment of hands‑on laboratory exercises and demonstrators /li liSupervision of Bachelor and Master projects /li liCo‑supervision of PhD students /li liSupport of large project‑based learning activities /li /ul pWe are particularly interested in candidates who genuinely enjoy working with students and who see bteaching, mentoring, and hands‑on prototyping as an integral part of the position /b. /p h3bProject Management and Fundraising Responsibilities /b /h3 pThe successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the strategic development of the group through: /p ul liSupporing the preparation of bEuropean and national research proposals /b /li liContribution to bHorizon Europe, MSCA, SNSF, Innosuisse, ESA, and other competitive funding applications /b /li liIdentification of new funding opportunities and preparation of technical work plans /li liCoordination and management of bEuropean research projects and work packages /b /li liInteraction with international academic and industrial partners /li liPreparation of project deliverables, reports, milestones, and reviews /li liSupport in budget, resource, and task planning together with the PI and administrative staff /li liOrganization of technical meetings and coordination across project partners /li liContribution to the definition of new research directions and collaborative projects /li /ul pExperience in bEuropean project preparation or management is highly desirable /b, especially for candidates interested in taking a more senior and independent role within the group. /p h3bAdditional Responsibilities /b /h3 pBeyond research and teaching, the successful candidate will contribute to the broader development and operation of the group. /p ul liCoordination of laboratory equipment, embedded platforms, sensors, prototyping tools, and shared infrastructure /li liSupport for the organization, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the lab environment /li liDefinition of good practices for hardware development, documentation, safety, equipment usage, and shared resources /li liSupport and mentoring of students and researchers using laboratory equipment /li liContribution to the acquisition and selection of new laboratory equipment and prototyping platforms /li /ul pThe position therefore combines bhands‑on technical research, teaching, student supervision, project management, and fundraising /b. We are looking for someone who can contribute not only scientifically, but also help develop and coordinate larger collaborative research activities. /p h3bProfile /b /h3 h3bCandidate Profile and Application Requirements /b /h3 pThis position is intended for candidates with a bstrong hands‑on embedded hardware profile /b. Applications that are primarily focused on software, data science, or machine learning without demonstrated embedded hardware experience will not be considered. /p ul liHands‑on bFPGA development /b and HDL design /li liDevelopment and debugging of complete embedded systems /li liPCB design, board bring‑up, or substantial hardware integration experience /li liEmbedded C/C++ development on MCUs, SoCs, or similar platforms /li liExperience integrating and experimentally validating sensors and embedded platforms /li liA strong publication record directly related to embedded systems, smart sensing, FPGA, Edge AI, or closely related topics /li liInterest and experience in bteaching and student supervision /b /li liAbility or strong interest in bEuropean project coordination and research proposal preparation /b /li liWillingness to take responsibility for laboratory infrastructure and hands‑on teaching activities /li /ul pThe ideal candidate bwill have defended their PhD within the past two years /b and should ideally not have already spent more than 3 years in fix‑term academic employment at ETH Zurich or EPFL. /p pIn the motivation letter, candidates should briefly describe btwo hardware systems they personally designed and implemented /b, specifying their individual contribution, the processors/FPGAs/sensors used, and the resulting working prototype. /p pApplications that do not clearly address these requirements bmay not be considered /b. /p h3bWe offer /b /h3 ul liA postdoctoral position in bD-ITET at ETH Zurich /b, in a highly international and interdisciplinary research environment /li liThe opportunity to work within bPBL on hands‑on research combining embedded hardware, FPGA systems, smart sensors, Edge AI, TinyML, robotics, and autonomous systems /b /li liAccess to advanced laboratory infrastructure, embedded platforms, FPGA systems, sensors, robotics platforms, and prototyping equipment /li liThe possibility to take substantial ownership of breal hardware prototypes and demonstrators /b, from initial concept to experimental validation /li liActive involvement in bteaching at ETH Zurich /b, including embedded systems, FPGA design, machine learning on microcontrollers, and project‑based learning activities /li liOpportunities to supervise Bachelor, Master, and PhD students and to contribute to the development of new teaching activities /li liThe opportunity to take responsibility for parts of the bresearch and teaching laboratory /b, including equipment, platforms, and technical organization /li liDirect involvement in bEuropean and national research projects /b, including project coordination, work‑package leadership, deliverables, reviews, and interaction with international partners /li liThe opportunity to contribute to bfundraising and proposal preparation /b for Horizon Europe, SNSF, Innosuisse, ESA, MSCA, and other competitive programs /li liStrong interaction with academic and industrial partners in embedded systems, sensing, robotics, and Edge AI /li liSupport for developing an increasingly bindependent research profile /b, including leading publications, supervising students, initiating new research directions, and contributing to new proposals /li liA stimulating environment in which research, teaching, hardware development, and project leadership are closely connected /li liCompetitive employment conditions according to ETH Zurich regulations and the opportunity to work and live in Zurich /li /ul h3bWe value diversity and sustainability /b /h3 pIn line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit the Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us - we are consistently working towards a climate‑neutral future. /p h3bCurious? So are we. /b /h3 pQuestions regarding the position should be directed to Michele Magno (no applications). /p pWe would like to point out that the pre‑selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr