PRIMARY DETAIL
Annual base salary from $111,643 to $121,045 (HEW Level 7), plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading (salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications).
Full time, 2 year fixed-term role at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde.
Work with a strong collaborative Engineering team and hybrid working arrangement.
Macquarie University is seeking a talented and experienced Analogue / Mixed Signal Design Engineer (CMOS) to work on advanced semiconductor and technology projects. This is a fabulous opportunity to join the newly established Silicon Platforms Lab (SiPLab) within the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Macquarie University.
This role will see you enhance your capabilities and the reputation of SiP Lab team. You will work on advanced chip designs in Silicon technologies.
If you're passionate about making an impact and driving innovation in semiconductor research, this could be the opportunity for you.
Apply now to begin your journey with Macquarie SiP team.
What you’ll do
Develop block level designs for analogue, RF, mixed-signal designs.
Innovate, pushing the state-of-the-art in Silicon chip design
Work closely with our foundry partners
Work with our systems and hardware engineers to develop the most effective chip designs
Write and review documentation for project reviews.
Undertake layout and verification work for chip design projects
About Us
The Faculty of Science and Engineering offers both undergraduate and postgraduate Degree programs across a diverse range of disciplines. The Faculty is also home to a number of world-class research centres. The Faculty continues to grow links with industry by building partnerships with commercial, government, cultural and professional organisations.
The SiP Lab is an advanced silicon chip design lab with advanced silicon system-on-chip (SoC) / system-in-package (SiP) capabilities. The research focuses on key semiconductor industry trends in communications and sensing, as well as partnering with adjacent research teams across the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the wider University to integrate their own novel IP onto a silicon platform, with benefits anticipated in the fields of synthetic biology, photonics, and quantum technologies.
More details about our SiP Lab can be found at: https://www.mq.edu.au/faculty-of-science-and-engineering/our-research/silicon-platforms-lab
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate document responding to the selection criteria below.
Undertake the design of analogue, mixed-signal and RF blocks.
Experience with SiGe, CMOS or SOI design.
Experience with PLL and SERDES desirable.
Experience with Cadence design environment.
Experience with the evaluation of silicon on bench.
*This position requires criminal record checks.
The successful candidate must be able to hold and maintain a 10A Defence Export Controls Permit under the Defence Trade Controls Act (2012), or be able to access an exemption.
We welcome international applicants!
Role Enquiries: Professor Michael Boers at m.boers@mq.edu.au
Applications close: Friday 5th September 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST)
We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the stated closing date.
Why work at Macquarie
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.
Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Not only are we close, take a look at our benefits on offer:
17% Superannuation
Subsidised onsite parking options
Flexible working options
Training and professional development
Onsite childcare facilities
Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
Onsite vacation care
Employee Assistance Program
Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
05/09/2025 11:59 PM
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.
