Research Aide - XSD - Rasheedi, Rami - 3.20.26
Argonne National LaboratoryThis project provides PhD students with a comprehensive, hands-on experience in the full digital ASIC design lifecycle—spanning from RTL design to physical implementation—integrated with cutting-edge research in physics-based circuit design, simulation, and emulation. Students will leverage artificial intelligence to bridge the gap between foundational physical properties and system-level performance by linking material composition, geometry, and operating conditions to defect evolution and device behavior. By developing these AI-driven models, students will help accelerate computationally intensive simulation processes and pioneer non-intuitive optimization techniques within the electronic design automation (EDA) stack. This interdisciplinary approach aims to enhance design flexibility and enable the creation of highly resilient, next-generation microelectronics through advanced physics-based emulation and multi-scale modeling.
Education and Experience Requirements
• The entirety of the appointment must be conducted within the United States.
• Applicants must be:
- Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies at an accredited institution.
- Graduated from an accredited institution within the past 3 months; or
- Actively enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution.
• Must be 18 years or older at the time the appointment begins.
• Must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• If accepting an offer, candidates may be required to complete pre-employment drug testing based on appointment length. All students remain subject to applicable drug testing policies.
• Must complete a satisfactory background check.
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Graduate Student EmploymentJob Profile
Research Aide Technical - PhDWorker Type
EmployeeTime Type
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours
40Pay Rate Type
HourlyThe expected hiring range for this position is $31.28-$46.92.Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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