PhD in High-Density Single-Stage Power Converters for AI Data Centers

Stipendiat; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 522,000 - 638,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joint academic‑industrial PhD with ELT

Mentor programme

Public Service Pension

Norwegian language training

Job summary

NTNU's Department of Electric Energy (IEL) invites applications for a full‑time PhD position in Power Electronics within the IPN project in collaboration with ELTEK Norway AS. The role focuses on single‑stage converters, WBG devices, and high‑density power electronics for AI data centers.

The successful candidate will pursue doctoral studies while contributing to industrial deployment and publish results with guidance from senior researchers.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in power electronics (or equivalent) with documentation before starting the position.
• English language proficiency at CEFR B2 level or higher.
• Admission to NTNU's Doctoral Programme in Electric Power Engineering within three months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high‑quality industrial and academic research within the framework described above.
• Publish scientific and technical results and share with industrial partners.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and collaboration with ELTEK Norway AS in Drammen/Trondheim.
• Engage in PEM group activities and international conferences.

Skills

English language skills (CEFR B2)

Education

Master's degree in power electronics

Job description

NTNU's Department of Electric Energy (IEL) invites applications for a full‑time PhD position in Power Electronics within the IPN project in collaboration with ELTEK Norway AS. The role focuses on single‑stage converters, WBG devices, and high‑density power electronics for AI data centers.

The successful candidate will pursue doctoral studies while contributing to industrial deployment and publish results with guidance from senior researchers.