Junior Scientist - Analog circuit designer for solid-state quantum system on chip (all genders)

Villach, Austria

Unspecified

As part of the DireQT project, we are developing cutting-edge solid-state quantum system-on-chip solutions. We are looking for a motivated analog circuit designer to drive the development of key building blocks like DACs, amplifiers, and photodetector readout circuits in advanced CMOS technologies towards innovative solutions for quantum applications.

As a Junior Scientist at SAL, your focus will lay on scientific work and methods, as well as developing strong R&D skills.

Join a dynamic, research-oriented team where your designs will help shape the future of quantum applications.

Your future tasks include:

• Research and develop innovative IC solutions for quantum sensors readout circuits
• Schematic and layout design of analogue circuits, such as DACs, switched capacitor amplifiers, current regulators and photodetector readout circuits, in CMOS technology (e.g. 28 nm process).
• Verification and lab measurements of analog circuits; operation of measurement equipment
• Involved in demonstrator development
• Contribution to SAL's high-level research with scientific output
• Participation in conferences, (co)-authoring scientific papers in high impact journals and contribution to SAL's scientific visability
• Support in project acquisition, funding proposals, and project management under guidance
• Active scientific networking to strengthen SAL’s visibility and reputation

Your profile:

• Master’s degrees in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with schematic and layout circuit design tools
• Knowledge of analog design circuits such as ADC and DAC
• Strong knowledge of analog circuits like switched capacitor amplifiers, current regulators, photodetectors, readout circuits
• Autonomous, with self-initiative (research oriented), well organized and enjoying working in a dynamic and multicultural team
• Professional communication skills in English, command of German language is a plus
• Willingness to relocate to Villach, Austria

Important Facts about SAL:

• Diverse research activities with many technical challenges.
• State-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment.
• Location in the heart of Europe in Austria – relocation support for non-European nationalities.
• Internal and external training opportunities for career development.
• Family & children friendly - actively shaping the compatibility of family and career.
• “Vital4SAL” to promote a healthy workplace (e.g. SAL coaching pool, trainings on mental health, physical activities, healthy snacks, 24/7 accident insurance)
• € 4 per day meal allowance in restaurants or € 2 per working day in supermarkets.
• Public transport initiative (subsidy for the “Klimaticket”)
• Our values: Open door policy, flexibility in working hours, casual dress code, diverse teams, working with people of different nationalities, informal communication, lifelong learning, compatibility of family and career, sustainability, personal growth, and collective advancement.

This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) starting in occupational group E. We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your experience and qualifications. For this position, your minimum monthly salary starts with EUR 4.051, paid 14 times a year.

Job details

Title
Junior Scientist - Analog circuit designer for solid-state quantum system on chip (all genders)

Employer
Silicon Austria Labs (SAL)

Location
Europastraße 12 Villach, Austria

Published
2026-04-22

Application deadline
Unspecified

Job type
Research assistant

Field
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Quantum Physics, Solid-state Physics, Electronics,