In-memory computing (neuromorphic spintronics)

28 Dec 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Université catholique de Louvain

Department

Institute of Condensed Matter & Nanosciences

Research Field

Physics » Solid state physics
Technology » Nanotechnology
Technology » Future technology
Mathematics » Algorithms

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

14 Jan 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Offer Starting Date

1 Feb 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

HE / EIC

Reference Number

101130046

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The framework of this post-doctoral position is the EIC Pathfinder MultiSpin.AI project. The latter is a radically novel approach for neuromorphic computing in which we are developing a multi-level nano synapse based on M2TJ (multi-level magnetic tunnel junction) cells. In contrast to binary MTJs, i.e., with two states, the M2TJs use multi-level (2n) or n-ary state cells. Those levels can thus be encoded as an n-bit word which improves energy efficiency, processing speed for fast AI inference, and reduces neuromorphic chips footprint, especially at the edge, at least n times. A paradigm shift of this magnitude requires various ambitious technological advancements, whose feasibility is supported, by some of our recent publications. Building on the above, MultiSpin.AI will achieve a technological breakthrough for spintronic neuromorphic computing by developing a disruptive AI co-processor since it will combine massively parallel local in-memory processing of data, and high energy efficiency that are 10x that of the most advanced neuromorphic devices. This will facilitate efficient and sustainable AI inference, especially for edge computing, enabling the acceleration of the development of AI solutions for complex grand challenges in various fields.

Requirements

Research Field

Physics » Solid state physics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

PhD in condensed matter physics with experience in magneto-transport measurements, as well as structural and electrical characterizations of magnetic materials. Experience in neuromorphic computing and in more theoretical work and simulations is a plus.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Université catholique de Louvain

Country

Belgium

State/Province

Walloon Brabant

City

Louvain-la-Neuve

Postal Code

1348

Street

Place Croix du Sud 1, bte L7.04.02

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

State/Province

Walloon Brabant

City

Louvain-la-Neuve

Website

https://flavio.be

Street

Place Croix du Sud 1, bte L7.04.02

Postal Code

1348

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

+32494989854

STATUS: EXPIRED