Research & Development
As a researcher at imec you have the excitement of working in an international environment with world-class expertise and state-of-the-art technology. We’re not exaggerating when we say the world’s best infrastructure can be found in our cleanrooms. Being a world leader in nanotechnology, we simply can’t work without it. If you’re dreaming of working in a unique environment, grab your chance.
Besides R&D with world-leading companies, we strongly invest in fundamental research. We bridge the gap between universities and industry. At imec, you can bring novel ideas from academic research towards higher technology readiness levels. You make them suitable for industry. Therefore, doing research at imec gives you a high exposure to our industrial partners.
Our future starts with you.
Some examples of what we have done
Meet imec fellow Mircea Dusa
Mircea is a visionary scientist in lithography, with a deep understanding of photolithography and optical equipment built over many years.
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How hyperscalers are rethinking AI infrastructure
To move data faster, farther, and more efficiently, the AI ecosystem is exploring RF silicon interposer technology that allows to heterogeneously integrate CMOS, BiCMOS, and III-V materials
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ITF USA 2026 at SEMICON® West
From silicon to systems: building the AI future The pace of AI evolution leaves little room for certainty. Yet, several trends are clear: AI agents increasingly collaborating in orchestrated ecosystems are on the rise. Physical AI is a crucial next step, including (humanoid) robots transforming our homes and workspaces. In parallel, AI – just like advances in quantum computing – could help unlock breakthroughs in fields such as physics and biology. Building the AI future starts with a solid hardware foundation – from high-performance, energy-efficient compute in the data centers to low-power, real-time inference at the edge. ITF USA at SEMICON® West presents the building blocks for shaping the AI future. On October 12 in San Francisco, we take stock of the full AI deep-tech stack: from silicon to systems, from research to manufacturing. Discover ITF USA
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