About the position

Position as Postdoctoral Research Fellow available at the Nanoelectronics Group, Department of Informatics.

No one can be appointed for more than one Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Oslo. Preferred starting date is between 01.03.2022 and 31.04.2022.

The fellowship will be for a period of three (3) years, with no compulsory work beyond the project or for a period of four (4) years, with 25 % compulsory work for the department (such as teaching or other responsibilities) contingent on the qualifications of the candidate and the teaching needs of the department.

Project description

The position is part of the Norwegian National Research Council project “PhotoSense” that conducts ground breaking research into the use of artificial membranes with embedded photosensitive proteins for retinal prosthetics. To carefully characterize the performance of these membranes, this postdoc project is to develop a CMOS integrated circuit which is able to sense chemical, electrical and optical signals on its surface with high spatial resolution. Even more specifically, we are looking to implement an array composed of photo diodes, ion sensitive field effect transistors (ISFET) and surface electrodes. To test the light sensitivity and electrochemical properties of the biomolecular membranes under development they are to be placed upon this CMOS sensor and thus be carefully characterized.

For work on that topic that the project shall build upon you can among others refer to these publications of project partners:

- M. Nematzadeh et al. “Low Noise Combined Optical-Chemical CMOS Sensor for Biomedical Application”. The Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems 2019 conference proceedings. ISSN 1548-3746, p. 394-398 . doi: 10.1109/MWSCAS.2019.8885280

- J. Greco et al. (2017) “Pixel characterization of a protein-based retinal implant using a microfabricated sensor array”. International Journal of High Speed Electronics and Systems 2017 ;Volume 26.(3) p. 1-20

- P. Häfliger et al., “Combined optical and chemical asynchronous event pixel array”. Proceedings of the IEEE International Symposium on Cicuits and Systems 2016 ;Volume 2016-July. p. 317-320

The “PhotoSense” project is scheduled to start in July 2021. It is a collaboration between the University of South-Eeastern Norway, the University of Oslo, and the University of Connecticut.

Postdoctoral fellows who are appointed for a period of four years are expected to acquire basic pedagogical competency in the course of their fellowship period within the duty component of 25 %.

The main purpose of a postdoctoral fellowship is to provide the candidates with enhanced skills to pursue a scientific top position within or beyond academia. To promote a strategic career path, all postdoctoral research fellows are required to submit a professional development plan no later than one month after commencement of the postdoctoral period.

Qualification requirements

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition is to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

• Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in microelectronics or similar subjects with experience in analog/mixed-signal ASIC design in CMOS technology. Prior experience with (CMOS) sensors, sensor front ends, image sensors, ADC and other relevant areas for the specific project context will be an advantage. Doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date. Only applicants with an approved doctoral thesis and completed defence are eligible for appointment.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English

We offer

• Salary NOK 526 000 – 608 200 per year depending on qualifications in position as Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (position code 1352)
• Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement
• Professionally stimulating working environment
• Vibrant international academic environment
• Postdoctoral development programmes
• Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities

How to apply

The application must include:

• Cover letter (statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interest)
• CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity)
• Copies of educational certificates, (academic transcripts only)
• Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English (or a Scandinavian language). Applications with documents missing will not be considered further.

In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications, as well as the candidate’s motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to complete the project in the course of the period of employment.

Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.

Formal regulations

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Oslo.

No one can be appointed for more than one Postdoctoral Fellow period at the University of Oslo.

According to the Norwegian Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results etc.

The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds.

Contact information

For further information please contact Professor Philipp Häfliger, phone: +47 228 40118, e-mail: hafliger@ifi.uio.no

For technical questions regarding the recruitment system, please contact HR Adviser Therese Ringvold, e-mail: therese.ringvold@mn.uio.no

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