Ph.D. position at TU Eindhoven (The Netherlands) “Parameterized modelorder reduction for variability in design”

Project: In the RF (radio frequency) domain, design is becoming more and morelayout driven. Electromagnetic (EM) solvers are used to model and simulatesuch layout structures, by solving the system of Maxwell equations in 3dimensions. The information obtained must be translated into an equivalentelectronic circuit that approximately describes the behaviour of thestructure. This translation requires the use of Parameterized Model OrderReduction (PMOR). The project will consist of developing and applying suitablePMOR techniques in EM simulation, so as to satisfy the needs and requirementsfor parameterized models for layout structures. In this way, designers canavoid the time-consuming manual construction of models. The models incorporateeffects that describe changes in the layout. These models must also becombined with statistical procedures for investigating the effects ofvariability in designs.

What we ask: The candidate for this position should have a Master’s degree inMathematics/Scientific Computing, with knowledge of or affinity withelectronics design or Electrical Engineering, with a profound knowledge ofnumerical methods.

What we offer: The position will be a 4-year Ph.D. position at TU Eindhoven,carried out at Philips Semiconductors/NXP Semiconductors, situated at the HighTech Campus in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. The region around Eindhoven is veryactive in the electronics industry, with main centres in Leuven (IMEC) andAachen nearby. There is a close cooperation with Eindhoven University ofTechnology (TU Eindhoven). A salary is offered starting euro 1813,- per month(gross) in the first year and increasing up to euro 2394,- per month (gross)in the last year. Moreover, 8% bonus share (holiday supplement) is providedannually. Assistance for finding accommodation can be given.

Information and application: Information about the position can be obtainedfrom the project leader, Prof. Wil Schilders (Philips/NXP and TU Eindhoven) byemail: wil.schilders@philips.com, or w.h.a.schilders@tue.nl If you areinterested in this position, send a detailed curriculum vitae, a publicationlist, your course program and corresponding grades, references, recommendationletters and all other information that might be relevant to your applicationto the address below, mentioning the vacancy number V 32.665.