Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neuromorphic Computing at Boise State University (Electrical & Computer Engineering, Materials Science)

Boise State University’s College of Engineering is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neuromorphic Computing, housed in the Electronic and Neuromorphic Devices & Systems Lab led by Professor Kurtis Cantley. This position is part of the NSF-funded AWESOME Center (Advancing Workforce Experience through Semiconductors, Outreach, and Mentoring Excellence), which brings together interdisciplinary teams to advance research in semiconductors, materials, devices, and neuromorphic architectures. The fellow will focus on research at the intersection of spiking neural network design, circuit and system-level modeling, hardware-aware neuromorphic architectures, and integration with emerging materials and devices. The role involves both computational and experimental work, bridging material properties and device behaviors with network and architecture-level performance. Collaboration with materials and fabrication teams, as well as opportunities to publish in leading journals, contribute to grant proposals, and mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers, are key aspects of the position. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a closely related field. Preferred experience includes CMOS circuit design and verification, neuromorphic simulation tools (such as SNNTorch, NEST, Nengo), Verilog-A/device modeling, electrical characterization, and semiconductor memory device modeling (e.g., memristors, ferroelectric FETs). Strong communication, teamwork, and mentoring skills are highly valued, along with a record of peer-reviewed publications. The position is fully funded, with an annual salary between $55,057.60 and $65,000.00, and includes a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, paid holidays, vacation, retirement contributions, and tuition waivers). The anticipated duration is 2.5 years. The research environment emphasizes professional development, mentoring networks, and support for the transition to research independence. To apply, candidates should submit a resume or CV and a cover letter via the Boise State University job portal. For more information about the lab and the university, visit the provided links. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in high-impact research in neuromorphic computing, semiconductors, and interdisciplinary collaboration at a leading US institution.