PostDoc Researcher in the field of Power Electronics

IREC - Institut de Recerca en Energia de Catalunya; Granada; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IREC is seeking a PostDoc Researcher for the SCAPE project, focusing on advanced power electronics. The role involves designing converter topologies and conducting experiments, requiring a PhD or equivalent experience in a related field. Candidates should demonstrate significant expertise in power systems and research capabilities.

Formación

• PhD or Master's degree with >4 years in Power Electronics.
• Experience in designing, modeling, and operating power converters.
• Hands-on experience with power electronics essential.

Responsabilidades

• Design advanced power converter topologies and control schemes.
• Develop electro-thermal models for digital twins.
• Conduct experimental activities involving power converters.

Conocimientos

Power Electronics

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Initiative in research

Educación

PhD in Electronic Engineering

Master’s degree in a relevant field with >4 years experience

Herramientas

Control board design

Analog and digital electronic systems

Descripción del empleo

The Power Systems Group announces an opening for a PostDoc Researcher position to work on the SCAPE project funded under the HORIZON EUROPE programme, as well as on similar technical research projects in the field of Power Electronics. The main tasks include designing advanced power converter topologies and control schemes, developing electro-thermal models for power converter digital twins, and conducting experimental activities involving power converters, including designing and implementing experimental setups within IREC’s lab facilities.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• PhD in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Automatic Control, or similar, or a Master’s degree (or equivalent) with more than 4 years of research experience in Power Electronics.
• Experience in designing, modeling, and operating power electronic converters.
• Experience with control board design and programming.
• Experience in analog and digital electronic systems design, simulation, and testing.
• Hands-on experience with power electronics is essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of multilevel power converter topologies and operation.
• Experience in communications and automation systems.
• Experience supervising, guiding, and training team members.
• Experience in preparing competitive project proposals.
• Experience publishing papers in technical journals and conferences.

Personal Skills:

• Teamwork
• Initiative in research and innovation
• Flexibility
• Results-oriented
• Analytical and synthesis skills

Application Requirements:

Applicants should submit the following documents via email:

• Curriculum Vitae, including degree details and relevant experience.
• Motivation letter.
• Subject line in email: 2025 / 61 SCAPE PROJECT.

Job Offer:

This is a R2 position for 14 months within the SCAPE European project. Salaries will be paid according to IREC’s salary policy, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.