The Opportunity

Join the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering at UNSW, which has a long history and is internationally recognized for successfully developing integrated circuits for medical and scientific applications. The School has an opportunity for a Junior Integrated Circuit Engineer, to work on a project that is part of an ongoing multi-national research programme aiming to develop next-gen neural sensing and neural modulation devices.

You will join a collaborative team of academics, engineers, and postgraduate students dedicated to the research, development, and testing of CMOS integrated circuits. Your primary goal will be to provide technical and research assistance to senior research staff on various integrated circuit design projects. This includes applying your knowledge in the field of implantable microelectronics within the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering

This role reports to Dr David Tsai and has no direct reports.

• Salary, Level 5: $85,717 to $96,991 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed term – 12 months with possible extension
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, UNSW, is the largest and oldest Biomedical School in the Southern Hemisphere. We offer high-quality education programs and conduct, as well as translate cutting-edge research into clinical practice. From bionic devices to stem cells and cancer nanomedicine, it’s an exciting time for research at the UNSW Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering. Our vision is to provide the best research and teaching environment that is relevant to the development of applications in the human healthcare sector. We aim to improve the quality of life for Australians with life-threatening or debilitating diseases. For further information about the School, please visit https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/biomedical-engineering

Skills & Experience

• A university degree in electrical engineering or related discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.
• Demonstrated relevant experience and knowledge of:
  • CMOS integrated circuit schematic design, simulation, and layout in Cadence Virtuoso.
  • Layout-vs-schematic verification and parasitic extraction using EDA tools from Candence and Mentor Graphics (Siemens).
• Proficient with electronic assembly and testing equipment: soldering station, mixed signal oscilloscope, waveform generator, spectrum analyser and power supply.
• Experience in the following would be very desirable:
  • Low-noise, low-power circuit methodologies, particularly for rectifiers, voltage regulators, opamps, and ADCs.
  • ASIC tape-out workflow from concept to production.
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply:

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to work on site in Kensington.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Tuesday 25^th March 2025

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