Post Doctoral Fellow - Electrical Engineering

Starshopper; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

University of Arkansas in Fayetteville invites applications for a Post‑Doctoral Fellow in Electrical Engineering to advance medium‑voltage SiC module characterizations, high‑power grid‑tied converter development and megawatt solid‑state transformer work. The role includes research, lab operations, and supporting graduate supervision.

The position is fixed duration, with renewal based on funding and performance. Candidates should have a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering or closely related field, conferred by the start of employment.
• Experience in design, development, and control of power electronic converters.
• Experience in PCB design, gate driver design, and thermal management solutions.
• Experience in one of the following areas: Power electronic circuit theory (dc/dc converters, inverters, multi‑level converters), PWM control methods, thermal management techniques in power electronic modules and assemblies.

Skills

Power electronics

DSP/FPGA programming

Thermal management knowledge

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PCB design

Gate driver design

EMI filter design

Job description

Position Summary

Post‑Doctoral Fellow – Electrical Engineering at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. The fellow will work on medium‑voltage silicon carbide module characterizations, high‑power grid‑tied converter development and validation, and megawatt solid‑state transformer development. Primary responsibilities include research, lab operations, and faculty support for graduate student supervision.

Job Type and Work Shift

Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term), Day Shift (United States).

Department

Graduate & Hourly Employees (Engineering – Electrical Engineering and Computer Science).

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering or closely related field, conferred by the start of employment.
• Experience in design, development, and control of power electronic converters.
• Experience in PCB design, gate driver design, and thermal management solutions.
• Experience in one of the following areas:
  • Power electronic circuit theory (dc/dc converters, inverters, multi‑level converters).
  • PWM control methods.
  • Thermal management techniques in power electronic modules and assemblies.
• Preferred: medium‑power or medium‑voltage converters, proficiency in DSP/CPLD/FPGA programming, wide‑bandgap device packaging, EMI filter design, PCB layout, or medium/high‑frequency transformer design.

Additional Information

Position renewable annually based on continued need, funding availability, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of three professional references (name, email, business title)

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Pre‑Employment Screening Requirements

Criminal background check, sex offender registry check. Additional checks may be required as specified.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.