Research & Teaching Assistant In Digital IC Design

Research and Teaching Assistant in Digital IC Design supports the new study programs and labs in Semiconductor Engineering at VGU, with a focus on assisting teaching, mentoring students, and contributing to research and prototyping activities in IC design. The role is suitable for fresh Master’s graduates or young engineers with a passion for teaching and learning. While experience in IC design is not strictly required, a strong interest in semiconductors and willingness to build skills are essential.

1. Major duties and responsibilities

Daily responsibilities

• Support instructors in teaching IC design courses (tutorials, exercises, lab sessions)

• Provide guidance to students on project and thesis work

• Help students with tool usage, simulation setup, and debugging

Periodic/ Irregular responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain example projects and reference designs

• Assist in lab exam preparation and grading

• Coordinate with EDA tool administrator and instructors for lab setup

Other duties

• Attend technical seminars and training on IC design topics

• Support departmental promotional or academic events

• Additional tasks as assigned

Working location: Vietnam-Germany University, Ring Road 4, Ward 4, Thoi Hoa Ward, Ben Cat City, Binh Duong Province

Qualification

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering required. However, candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree with substantial relevant practical experience may also be considered

Knowledge

• Basic to intermediate understanding of IC design workflows (digital, analog, and/or RF)

• Familiarity with industry-standard tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence, ADS)

Skills

• Strong ability to explain technical content to students

• Good teamwork and organizational skills

Experience

• Experience as TA or in project-based design work preferred

• Prior exposure to EDA tools (student projects, internships, etc.)

Behaviors required

• Supportive, patient, and responsible

• Enthusiastic about teaching and student mentoring

Other requirements

• Fluency in English

• Flexibility to adjust to course schedules and student needs