Assistant/Associate Professor in Power Electronics

Assistant/Associate Professor in Power Electronics

University of Twente - Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EWI)

Enschede, Netherlands

You will develop an independent research line that complements and strengthens the existing expertise of the group, supervise PhD and MSc researchers, contribute to teaching in Electrical Engineering, and initiate and lead externally funded research projects. You will work closely with academic and industrial partners and contribute to the development of next-generation power electronic systems for energy, transportation, aerospace and industrial applications.

Your profile

We are looking for candidates with:

• A strong research profile in power electronics, with knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Power electronic converter design and control;
• Advanced modulation and control strategies;
• High-frequency and high-power-density power conversion;
• Power electronics hardware design, prototyping, and experimental validation;
• Wide-bandgap power semiconductor technologies, including SiC and GaN;
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning for power electronics;
• Digital twins, condition monitoring, fault diagnosis, and predictive maintenance;
• Space power electronics and aerospace power systems;
• Electrified transportation, renewable energy, battery systems, and DC power distribution;

Furthermore, you:

• A PhD degree, or a PhD degree to be completed before the start of the appointment, in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Power Engineering, or a closely related field, together with a strong research track record demonstrated through publications in reputable international journals and conferences.
• Experience in, or clear potential for, developing an independent research line and acquiring externally funded research, including collaboration with industry, research institutes, governmental organisations, and academic partners.
• Experience in university-level teaching and supervision, or clear potential to develop into an excellent academic teacher and supervisor at BSc, MSc, and PhD levels.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in an international and multidisciplinary academic environment, and an excellent command of English.
• A University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) or equivalent qualification, or the willingness to obtain this qualification.
• For appointment at Associate Professor level, a demonstrated track record of independent research leadership, PhD supervision, external research acquisition, and academic teaching is expected.
• Industrial R&D experience, leadership of externally funded research projects, or a strong track record in translating research into industrial applications will be considered an advantage.