RoleThe Chips-IT Foundation is seeking seeking Junior Researchers to contribute to cutting-edge research and development initiatives centered on digital design and RISC-V architectures. The project focuses on developing advanced digital processors, accelerators, and custom So Cs based on the RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA) as well as dedicated accelerators.This role will involve participating in the design, optimization, and verification of high-performance, low-power digital systems for applications in next-generation computing platforms, Io T, and embedded systems. Junior Researchers will have the opportunity to learn and apply novel design methodologies, verification techniques, and hardware-software co-design strategies to support innovation in the RISC-V ecosystem. The work can be carried out either in Pavia or in Bologna.Key Responsibilities:Support research and development activities related to digital designs, including processors, accelerators, and So Cs based on the RISC-V architecture.Assist in the design, implementation, and verification of digital building blocks (Processors, Accelerators, Memory and Communication Subsystems, etc.) for high-performance, low-power systems.Collaborate with senior team members and contribute to technical discussions, design reviews, and documentation.Participate in integration and testing phases on FPGA or silicon platforms.(Optional) Contribute to dissemination activities including technical reports, academic publications, or conference presentations.Required Qualifications:Master's degree (or close to completion) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with a focus on digital design and processor architectures (Mandatory).Fundamental knowledge of hardware description languages (HDL) such as Verilog or VHDL, and digital design tools for synthesis, simulation, and verification (Mandatory).Basic familiarity with RISC-V architecture and interest in custom extensions or hardware-s...