High Voltage Technology Researcher — Lab & Projects

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology; Norway; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exercise during working hours

Attractive pension scheme

Friday coffee

Job summary

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology seeks a full-time permanent researcher for the High Voltage Technology group in the Department of Electric Energy. The role combines hands-on laboratory work with active research development, mentoring PhD and MSc students, and pursuing funded projects.

The successful candidate will manage laboratory operations, contribute to experimental design and evaluation, and help build a collaborative, inclusive research environment at NTNU in Trondheim.

Qualifications

• PhD in High Voltage Technology or a closely related field.
• Experience from experimental work in high voltage laboratories.
• Practical experience with high current systems and testing environments.
• Solid understanding of measurement techniques, instrumentation, and laboratory safety practices.
• Experience contributing to research activities and scientific publications.
• English language skills at CEFR B2 level or higher; documentation acceptable if not native.

Responsibilities

• Act as laboratory responsible for the HVT group’s laboratories, ensuring reliable and safe operation.
• Support and guide PhD candidates and MSc students in planning and conducting experimental work.
• Contribute to the design, execution, and evaluation of laboratory experiments.
• Take part in and initiate research activities within high voltage and high current technologies.
• Prepare and contribute to applications for externally funded research projects.
• Maintain and further develop laboratory infrastructure, measurement systems, and procedures.
• Contribute to a collaborative research environment within the group.

Skills

English proficiency (CEFR B2)

Laboratory operation

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in High Voltage Technology or related field

Tools

High voltage laboratory equipment

Job description

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology seeks a full-time permanent researcher for the High Voltage Technology group in the Department of Electric Energy. The role combines hands-on laboratory work with active research development, mentoring PhD and MSc students, and pursuing funded projects.

The successful candidate will manage laboratory operations, contribute to experimental design and evaluation, and help build a collaborative, inclusive research environment at NTNU in Trondheim.