Researcher – Fault Tolerance and Safety for RISC‑V (Madrid, Spain)

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A prestigious Spanish public university, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, announces a Researcher vacancy within its Horizon Europe project focused on RISC‑V fault tolerance and safety mechanisms. The position, located in Madrid, Spain, is ideal for professionals with a Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science seeking a stable, full‑time research career. The role includes a gross annual salary of €25,933.05, comprehensive social benefits, and support for participation in academic conferences and summer schools. Researchers will work on cutting‑edge topics such as safety islands, real‑time systems, and HDL design, contributing to the advancement of reliable computing architectures. The contract is permanent, with a 37.5‑hour workweek, and offers a dynamic environment for collaboration and innovation.

Researcher Position at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, a leading public university in Spain, offers a Researcher role within an EU‑funded Horizon Europe project. The position focuses on advancing fault‑tolerant RISC‑V architectures and safety‑critical embedded systems, providing a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
• Experience in computer architecture and HDL design
• Proficiency in C/C++ and RISC‑V ISA
• Strong English and Spanish language skills
• Full‑time, permanent contract with 37.5 hours per week

Skills

• Competence on computer architectures and digital system design with HDLs (Verilog or VHDL)
• Notion on RISC‑V ISA and integration of custom accelerators
• Embedded systems programming with C/C++
• Knowledge of fault‑tolerance in electronic systems (desirable)
• Excellent English and Spanish language skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research in fault tolerance and safety mechanisms for RISC‑V
• Develop concepts related to safety island and real time for RISC‑V
• Physical design for RISC‑V cores with safety‑critical requirements
• Contribute to research projects and publications
• Collaborate with team members and present findings

How to apply

• Prepare your CV, cover letter, and copies of degree certificates
• Submit your application via the provided link before 18 December 2026
• Ensure your application highlights relevant research experience and technical skills
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview