Frederic Voiron
About Frederic Voiron
Frederic Voiron is a Research Program Manager at Murata, where he manages the technical and legal aspects of the MIS intellectual property portfolio and leads collaborative research efforts. He has extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, having held various leadership roles at Philips Semiconductors and NXP Semiconductors.
Work at Murata
Frederic Voiron has been serving as a Research Program Manager at Murata since 2010. In this role, he manages the technical and legal aspects of the MIS intellectual property portfolio. He is responsible for defining and implementing the MIS innovation roadmap, with a particular focus on 3D ICs integration and power switching components. Additionally, he leads the MIS/LETI common lab, which emphasizes collaborative research efforts. His responsibilities also include overseeing technical interactions with associated research institutes and key customers.
Previous Experience in Semiconductor Industry
Prior to his current position at Murata, Frederic Voiron held several roles in the semiconductor industry. He worked at Philips Semiconductors as a Process Integration Group Leader from 2003 to 2005 in Germany. Following this, he served as a Device and Yield Engineering Manager at Philips Semiconductors from 2005 to 2007 in France. He then transitioned to NXP Semiconductors, where he was the Foundry Interface Group Leader from 2007 to 2010 in the Netherlands. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Product Development Engineer at Clarion for one year in France from 1999 to 2000.
Education and Expertise
Frederic Voiron has a strong academic background in engineering and technology. He studied at Grenoble INP - UGA, where he achieved his PhD from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, he attended Institut Polytechnique de Grenoble, where he also earned a doctorate in philosophy during the same period. His education has equipped him with the expertise necessary for his roles in research and development within the semiconductor sector.
Leadership in Research Initiatives
In his role at Murata, Frederic Voiron leads the MIS/LETI common lab, which focuses on fostering collaborative research initiatives. He plays a crucial role in defining the innovation roadmap for MIS, particularly in areas such as 3D ICs integration and power switching components. His leadership extends to overseeing technical interactions with research institutes and key customers, ensuring alignment with industry advancements and research goals.