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RESEARCH ASSISTANT SCIENTIST - Electrical & Computer Engineering

Inside Higher Ed
Gainesville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/21/2026
RESEARCH ASSISTANT SCIENTIST - Electrical & Computer Engineering

Job No: 533922

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Engineering

Department: 19050000 - EG-ELECTRICAL - COMPUTER ENG

Job Description

Classification Title:

RESEARCH ASSISTANT SCIENTIST

Job Description:

The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, time-limited, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Research Assistant Scientist. Initial appointment is for 1 year, reappointment is anticipated based on performance and funding.

The faculty member will be expected to conduct research and development (R&D) on photonic integrated circuits (PIC) including, but not limited to pioneering, innovating, and prototyping.

  • Optoelectronic component design/development/test
  • Chip design and foundry engagements.
  • Perform design technology co-optimization (DCTO)
  • Perform photonic chip and device test.
  • Perform data analysis.
  • Synthesis or R&D result and prepare publications and dissemination material.
  • Assemble and/or improve lab test environments.
  • Identify and prepare applications to funding opportunities
  • Mentor team/group members.

Support educational mission through class laboratory support and WFD activities for CHIPS-related grants.

Expected Salary:

Salary to commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with ASIC and mixed-signal (including PIC) Design for ML/AI applications.
  • Experience in industry or national laboratories
  • Experience in DOD or national security ecosystem
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Proven publication record
  • Proven team mentor

Special Instructions To Applicants:

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled. All applications must be submitted through UFCareers at: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/listing/ (Search Job #533922). Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter which specifies research area, (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the “other documents” selection in the application.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Background searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

The University of Florida is committed to nondiscrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Questions about this position may be directed to volker.sorger@ufl.edu

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

No

Applications Close:

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/533922

Our Commitment:

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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