signal classificationThe postdoctoral researcher

The Department of Engineering Science and Mechanics is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to work on the development of radio-frequency neuromorphic hardware for next-generation sensing, communication, and signal-processing applications. The project will focus on the design, fabrication, and experimental demonstration of neuromorphic circuits and devices capable of processing RF and analog signals directly in the hardware domain.

The successful candidate will contribute to the design and implementation of RF circuits, including oscillators, amplifiers, mixers, filters, detectors, and nonlinear or adaptive circuit architectures. The researcher will also participate in device and circuit fabrication, integration, packaging, and high-frequency electrical characterization. Experience connecting emerging electronic devices with RF circuit concepts, analog computing, in-memory computing, or neuromorphic signal processing is particularly desirable.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, applied physics, materials science, or a closely related field. Strong experience in RF or microwave circuit design, electromagnetic and circuit simulation, device or circuit fabrication, and RF measurement techniques is required. Familiarity with tools such as Cadence, ADS, HFSS, COMSOL, or equivalent platforms, as well as experience with vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and probe-station measurements, will be advantageous.

Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are especially encouraged to apply:RF and microwave integrated-circuit designAnalog and mixed-signal circuit designNeuromorphic or bio-inspired hardwareEmerging electronic devices and heterogeneous integrationSemiconductor microfabrication and cleanroom processingRF device modeling, packaging, and high-frequency characterizationAdaptive RF systems, edge sensing, or signal classificationThe postdoctoral researcher will work in a multidisciplinary environment involving device physicists, circuit designers, materials researchers, and system engineers. The position will provide opportunities to lead high-impact research, mentor graduate students, collaborate with academic and industrial partners, and publish in leading journals and conferences.

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research experience and interests, representative publications, and contact information for references.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.\u00a0

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.