The Bruno Kessler Foundation is a research and innovation institution based in Trento. The Foundation operates in a plurality of disciplinary fields and aims to achieve excellence in science and technology through 2 science clusters, one dedicated to technology and innovation and one to humanities and social sciences, organized in 12 Research Centers, and with more than 450 researchers. For more information visit https://www.fbk.eu/it/chi-siamo/.
In this context, the Integrated Readout ASICs and Image Sensors (IRIS) Research Unit of the Center for Sensors and Devices (SD) deals with the design of integrated circuits in CMOS technology for imaging and other sensing applications, consistent with the Foundation's objectives. More information about the IRIS Research Unit can be found at https://sd.fbk.eu/en/research/research-units/iris/.
Planned activities
The IRIS Research Unit of the SD-Center is looking for a young recent graduate interested in pursuing an internship experience in the test and characterization of CMOS sensors based on Single-Photon Avalanche Diodes (SPAD). The ideal candidate is a proactive and dynamic young person with good organizational and interpersonal skills, with a propensity for teamwork, motivated to undertake training experience in an international context.
The intern, working alongside the Research Unit staff, will mainly evaluate the performance of integrated single-photon CMOS image sensors and Quantum Random Number Generators developed by FBK. The activity covers the following tasks:
- Study the physics underlying the SPAD device, along with its typical performance figures, such as dark count rate, photon detection probability, and single-photon time resolution.
- Analyze the state-of-the-art in the context of the device to be characterized.
- Mount optical setups and create or adapt existing measurement software programs to the device under test.
- Acquire and analyze data to extract the typical performance figures of SPADs in multiple operating configurations (e.g., at different voltages and temperatures).
The opportunity to join the team in other active and dynamic projects and to gain experience in a dynamic and challenging environment such as FBK will also be offered during the internship period.
Requirements
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in in Electrical/Industrial/Telecommunication Engineering, Physics (or similar).
- Knowledge of major subjects related to electronics and computer science.
- Experience in the use of laboratory instruments, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies.
- Fluent knowledge of written and spoken Italian and English (min. level B2).
- Relational and teamwork skills.
- Good adaptability, flexibility, and initiative skills.
- Basic knowledge of computer programming, such as C/C++, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python
- Basic knowledge of microcontroller/FPGA firmware programming (C, VHDL or Verilog).
Internship information
Internship start date: from may 2024
Internship experience duration: 6 months for extra-curricular internships
Opportunity reserved for thesis students and graduates with a Master's degree (for extra-curricular internships, the degree must not have been obtained more than 12 months ago) and undergraduates.
The internship experience will take place at the Science and Technology Cluster at the Povo location.
We offer support in finding accommodation at affiliated facilities, in the case of off-site candidates.
We offer the possibility to use the internal canteen service.
Possible recognition of participation allowance.
How to Apply
All interested parties are asked to fill out the online form by clicking on "Apply Online" in the "Internship opportunities" section, attaching the following documents in .pdf format:
- curriculum vitae
- motivational letter
For any details about the internship activity, please contact: Nicola Massari (massari@fbk.eu).