PstrongRole /strong /ppThe Chips-IT Foundation is seeking seeking Senior Researchers to lead and contribute to cutting-edge research and development initiatives centered on digital design and RISC-V architectures. The project focuses on the development of advanced digital processors, accelerators, and custom SoCs based on the RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA), as well as domain-specific hardware accelerators. /ppThis role will involve leading the design, optimization, and verification of high-performance, low-power digital systems for next-generation computing platforms, IoT, and embedded applications. Senior Researchers will play a key role in defining design methodologies, driving innovation in hardware-software co-design, and contributing to the advancement of the RISC-V ecosystem at both technical and strategic levels. uThe work can be carried out either in Pavia or in Bologna. /u /ppbr/ppstrongKey Responsibilities: /strong /pulliLead research and development activities in digital design, including processors, accelerators, and SoCs based on RISC-V architecture. /liliDefine and guide the architecture, design, implementation, and verification of complex digital subsystems (Processors, Accelerators, Memory and Communication Subsystems, etc.). /liliSupervise and mentor junior researchers, including Master’s and PhD students, across multiple research and development projects. /liliDevelop and disseminate research outcomes through publications in high-impact scientific journals and presentations at leading international conferences. /liliDrive the adoption of emerging methodologies in digital design, verification, and hardware/software co-design. /liliCollaborate with industry and academic partners, contributing technical leadership and vision to multi-stakeholder projects. /liliSupport the development of project proposals and strategic RD initiatives aligned with national and international funding opportunities. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongRequired Qualifications: /strong /pulliMaster’s or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with a strong focus on digital design and processor architectures (strongMandatory /strong). /liliAt least 10 years of experience in digital hardware design, preferably with a mix of academic and industrial exposure. /liliDeep proficiency in hardware description languages (Verilog, VHDL) and digital design toolchains for synthesis, simulation, and verification (strongMandatory /strong). /liliExtensive experience with RISC-V architecture, including custom ISA extensions, microarchitecture design, and hardware-software co-design. /liliHands-on experience with tape-outs and chip bring-up in advanced CMOS/FinFET technology nodes (28nm, 16nm, or below). /liliProven knowledge in FPGA/ASIC design flows, integration of complex SoCs, and system-level verification. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongWhat we offer /strong /pulliCompetitive compensation and contract type, to be negotiated based on qualifications and experience /liliLunch tickets /liliPrivate health care coverage depending on your role and contract /liliStructured growth path, with ongoing access to training and updates /liliNetworking opportunities with industry-leading professionals /liliInternational environment /liliHybrid work policy /liliTax deductions: Candidates from abroad, comprising Italian citizens, who have carried scientific research activity abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a taxable income deduction up to 90% for a period of 6 to 13 years /li /ulpbr/ppstrongAbout Fondazione Chips-IT /strong /ppThe Foundation “Italian Center for the Design of Semiconductor Integrated Circuits,” also known as the Chips-IT Foundation, is a nonprofit research and technology organization under the supervision of the Ministries of Industry. /ppThe Foundation is Italy's first RTO (Research and Technology Organization) vertically focused on semiconductor research and stands as a center of excellence in frontier research on semiconductor design, as well as a pivotal center of the Italian semiconductor ecosystem and expertise. /ppbr/ppuMissions of the Foundation: /u /pullipromote the design and development of integrated circuits /lilistrengthen the system of professional training in the field of microelectronics /liliensure the establishment of a network of universities, research centers and enterprises that fosters innovation and technology transfer in the field /li /ulpbr/ppstrongDisclaimer /strong /ppbr/ppNo ranking list or list of suitable candidates will be prepared and published. /ppThe Foundation reserves the right to: /ppa. extend or reopen the deadline of this notice; /ppb. revoke this notice; /ppc. not make any selection from among the applications submitted if they are deemed not to meet the functions set forth in the notice; /ppwithout any claims or rights being asserted by the interested parties. /ppbr/ppemNon verrà redatta e pubblicata alcuna graduatoria o elenco degli idonei. /em /ppemLa Fondazione si riserva la facoltà di: /em /ppema. prorogare o riaprire il termine di scadenza del presente avviso; /em /ppemb. revocare il presente avviso; /em /ppemc. non procedere ad alcuna scelta tra le candidature presentate, ove ritenute non rispondenti alle funzioni di cui all’avviso; /em /ppemsenza che gli interessati possano avanzare alcuna pretesa o diritto. /em /p