Within Piano Nazionale di Ripresa e Resilienza (PNRR) initiative FBK is looking for a researcher in the field of Image Sensor technology for Quantum Imaging Applications

26 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Fondazione Bruno Kessler

Department

Unità People Innovation

Research Field

Physics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Italy

Application Deadline

14 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Rome)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

European Union / Next Generation EU

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

No

Offer Description

Funding reference 

 

NQSTI - Leader Spoke 7

PNRR - Missione 4: Istruzione e Ricerca 

Componente 2: Dalla ricerca all'impresa 

Investimento 1.3, finanziato dall’Unione Europea - Next Generation EU

Progetto PE0000023 – Area Tematica: quantum science and technology 

CUP C63C22000830006     

Avviso MUR 341 del 15/03/2022

Responsabile del Procedimento: Alessandro Dalla Torre 

 

 

FBK is a research institution devoted to excellence in research in numerous disciplines and designated to the role of keeping the Autonomous Province of Trento in the mainstream of European and international research. Each research area is assigned to a specific research Centre, of which there are eleven totals. Information regarding the research Centers, their activities and production are available at http://www.fbk.eu/research-centers .

 

In particular, the FBK Center for Sensors and Devices (FBK-SD) (https://www.fbk.eu/en/sensors-devices/ ) is an applied research center that operates in the following scientific and technological areas: quantum technologies, detectors, microsystems and integrated systems. The FBK-SD has extremely advanced technical knowhow in innovative devices design and fabrication technologies as well as in the system integration. The strategic mission of the FBK-SD is scientific excellence combined with the ability to exploit research results. The innovation model is open to collaboration in national and international expertise networks.

Workplace Description

The candidate will be working in the Integrated Readout ASICs and Image Sensors (IRIS) unit of FBK-SD. IRIS carries out R&D activities on advanced readout ASICs and image sensors fabricated in standard CMOS technologies. The main research activities of the group are on the design, characterization and integration into compact modules of advanced image sensors and readout circuits for radiation detectors. More information about IRIS is available at https://sd.fbk.eu/en/research/iris-integrated-radiation-and-image-sensors/ .

 

Background information and description of research projects

This position is offered within the NQSTI project of the Piano Nazionale di Ripresa e Resilienza (PNRR), Partenariato esteso 04: Scienze e Tecnologie Quantistiche (PE 0023). NQSTI targets the creation of the National Quantum Science and Technology Institute (NQSTI), a consortium that will team up Italian entities carrying out competitive and innovative research in the field of quantum science and technology (QST) with the final aim of future industrial innovation in this field. NQSTI will allow updating technical facilities and strengthening the QST community in the next few years, and it will drive this community into an ordinary and sustainable condition of increased impact, visibility, and capacity to modernize and support the competitiveness of the Italian economy.

NQSTI is organized in 9 Spokes. The present position is offered within  Spoke 7 leader.

 

Spoke 7 leader focuses on the development of quantum systems for application in the fields sensing, imaging, simulation and communication. The goal is to implement quantum objects in demonstrator systems and to verify them in real-world applications.

 

Job Description

The successful candidate will work primarily on the development of highly innovative CMOS image sensors, including sensors based on avalanche photon detectors and with embedded processing capabilities. The work will be mainly performed in the context of quantum science and technology for quantum enhanced imaging microscopy. The candidate, although with a strong focus on the mixed-signal integrated circuit design, is expected to participate to the entire development flow in a cooperative and structured team, starting from the modelling of the detector to the definition of the sensor architecture, from the design and simulations of the circuit schematics to the chip layout, and finally taking care of the electrical and functional characterization of the fabricated devices up to the realization of prototypes at the level of modules to be integrated into larger systems. The activities will be carried out in collaboration with other researchers of the team, and it will be requested to actively participate in meetings with project partners. Finally, the candidate is requested to actively contribute to the scientific dissemination of the group.

Job requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

- Master’s degree in Electronics or Physics.

- PhD in Electronics, Physics, or related fields or equivalent 3 years research experience.

- Strong background on electronics.

- Good scientific background and ability to write scientific papers.

- Capability of independently carrying out assigned tasks.

- Experience in one or more of the following fields will be considered a significant asset 

• Design of Integrated Circuits (focus on analog and/or digital design flow).
• Image sensors design and/or sensors readout design and/or device physics/simulation.
• Laboratory experience in the test of ICs.
• Experience in the integration of sensors into systems based on FPGAs and/or microcontrollers.
• Experience in the development of software tools for data processing (using C/C++, MATLAB, Python, …) .

- Visiting scholarship or experience at international level.

- Language assessment according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR): level of knowledge required. Knowledge of English will be verified during the interview on a technical or scientific topic and must be equal to or exceed level B2. 

Definitions of levels can be found at the following link https:/www.coe.int/en/web/common-european-framework-reference-languages/level-descriptions ;

- Experience in working on research projects.

- Teamwork approach, good communication and relational skills.

- Strong orientation to results, determination, flexibility, and aptitude for problem-solving.

 

Employment

Type of contract: fixed-term contract 

Working hours: full-time (38 h per week)

Start date: April 2024

Duration: 24 months

Contract type: CCPL Research Foundation Personnel (https://trasparenza.fbk.eu/ita/Personale/Contrattazione-collettiva/Rinnovo-CCPL-delle-Fondazioni ) for a third  level Researcher, the current gross annual remuneration is Euro 41.475,00. 

Workplace: Povo, Trento (Italy)

Benefits: flexi-time, company subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome office support for visa formalities and for research in accommodation, supplementary pension (Resaver , Laborfonds ) and health fund (Sanifonds ), family-work balance, free training courses, support on bank account opening, discount on public transport, sport, language course fees, counseling and psychological support service. More info at https://www.fbk.eu/en/work-with-us/

 

Application

 

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by completing the online form (https://jobs.fbk.eu/ ). Please make sure that your application contains the following attachments (in pdf format):

• detailed CV;
• cover letter indicating why the candidate is suitable for this position.

Application deadline: 14th of March 2024

 

Selection process and assessment criteria

The Evaluating Committee will be appointed by the  HR Director  at the end of the application deadline. 

The recruiting process will be handled in accordance with the “Gender and generational equal opportunities, as well as the employment inclusion of people with disabilities in public contracts financed with the resources of the PNRR and PNC” guidelines   and with the Foundation's Gender Equality Plan .

The Committee may compile the short-list of the candidates admitted to the interview, remotely or in presence. The short-list shall be compiled based on the requirements set out in the call (contained in the requirements of the job description), with the support of the screening of CVs and any other required documents.  

Candidates with a minimum score will be admitted to the interview phase. Shortlisted candidates must do at least one interview with the Committee. 

 

In case of specific need, the Selection Committee can also meet remotely, by teleconference or

videoconference, provided that all members can be identified and that they are able to follow and intervene in the discussion, as well as to receive, transmit and view documents.

During the evaluation step, evaluation support tools such as tests or questionnaires may be used. Furthermore, group tests and/or practical tests may be administered.

 

Evaluation criteria 

The recruitment process will be based on the total points obtained by the evaluation of the qualifications/ expertise and  the evaluation of the interview. 

A maximum of 40 points will be allocated for qualifications and expertise that the candidate expresses on the resume, while the interview will be worth up to 60 points.

The interview scores will be assigned to candidates by the Commission according to the following criteria: the presentation of their personal research profile; the knowledge about the scientific domain, the experience in working for research projects and the language skills.

Only candidates obtaining at least 25 points in the evaluation of the qualifications and the expertise will be admitted for the interview.

The interview is considered as “passed” if the applicant obtains at least 45 points.

The final score will be used to generate the final suitability list for each job position .

 

Results of the selection process

All candidates will be notified via email once the selection process has been completed.

The suitability list may be used to fill the position in case the successful candidate doesn’t accept the job offer.  

At the website https://jobs.fbk.eu/ in the "Selection results" section, will be published the details of the selection process and the final results. 

 

Diversity & Inclusion policy 

FBK actively seeks diversity and promotes inclusion in the workplace. The main aims of the FBK Diversity & Inclusion policy are to:

• promote gender equality across the research domains and on all levels by encouraging qualified female candidates to apply for job positions and by implementing specific improvements and measures as stated in the Gender Equality Plan (GEP)  
• foster young talents development by offering opportunities to grow
• become a disability-inclusive organization by encouraging applications from candidates with a disability (Law 68/99). We provide special assistance to applicants during the recruitment procedure and reasonable arrangements for disabled staff 
• promote a healthy work-life balance by offering a package of flexible working arrangements and facilities (telework, individual working time, parental leave, etc).

 

The FBK operates in compliance with current legislation concerning fixed-term contracts. Candidates with disabilities are invited to state whether they belong to the categories referred to in Law 68/99, and to indicate this in the curriculum vita sent in application for recruitment.

 

Processing of personal data

Pursuant to art. 13 of EU Regulation No. 2016/679 (GDPR), we inform you that your personal data shall be processed for the management of the selection process and of the obligations connected to it, through manual, electronic and informatic means and will be guaranteed within privacy and security standards as indicated in the full privacy policy .

In order to ensure and respect the principles of publicity, transparency and impartiality, the name of the successful candidate and the names of suitable candidates will be published on the FBK website following acceptance of the position.

 

For further information, please contact the Human Resources Services at [email protected] . 

 

Requirements

Research Field

Physics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Fondazione Bruno Kessler

Country

Italy

State/Province

Trento

City

trento

Postal Code

38122

Street

Via Santa Croce 77

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://jobs.fbk.eu/Annunci/Offerte_di_lavoro_Within_Piano_Nazionale_di_Ripresa…

Contact

State/Province

Trento

City

trento

Website

http://www.fbk.eu/

Street

Via Santa Croce 77

Postal Code

38122

STATUS: EXPIRED