Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
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amrita.edu
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Company Description Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is a leading multi-campus, multi-disciplinary research university in India, recognized nationally for its strong research output and academic excellence. The institution operates eight campuses across five Indian states, with its headquarters in Ettimadai, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Amrita maintains active collaborations with top universities in the United States, including Ivy League institutions, as well as leading European universities through regular student and researcher exchange programs. The university offers a dynamic environment for advanced research and innovation and is regarded as one of the fastest-growing institutions of higher learning in the country. Candidates can expect an international outlook, modern facilities, and strong institutional support for high-impact research.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Postdoctoral position in Neuromorphic Computing, based at the Amrita campus in Chennai. The postdoc will conduct original research in neuromorphic computing, including designing and implementing experiments, developing models, and analyzing experimental and simulation data. Daily responsibilities include working in the laboratory, collaborating with faculty and research teams, preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, and presenting results at conferences and internal seminars. The role may also involve mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, contributing to grant proposals, and supporting collaborative projects with national and international partners. The position is suited to a researcher who is comfortable working in an interdisciplinary environment spanning physics, computing, and engineering.
Qualifications
- Strong research skills, including experimental design, literature review, and scientific writing.
- Proficiency in laboratory skills relevant to neuromorphic computing or closely related areas.
- Solid foundation in physics, particularly in areas related to electronic devices, materials, or computational physics.
- Competence in data analysis, including statistical methods, numerical modeling, and use of relevant software tools.
- Teaching or mentoring experience, with the ability to guide students in research projects and coursework.
- PhD in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a closely related discipline (or equivalent research experience).
- Experience in neuromorphic hardware, computational neuroscience, AI/ML for neuromorphic systems, or VLSI/embedded systems is highly advantageous.
- Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or similar) and familiarity with simulation tools used in neuromorphic and device-level research.
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams and communicate research findings clearly in English.
- Willingness to work on-site in Chennai and engage fully with the research and academic community at Amrita.
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