Head of Research Unit – Power Electronic Architectures and Topologies (f/m/d)We are looking for an extremely talented research unit head who will serve as leader and promoter of the highest quality, industry-ready research in the field of power electronics.LeadershipFurther development of a research unit with currently more than 10 scientists with the focus on power electronic converter systems for a wide range of fields and applications.Vision for long-term research opportunities in power electronics.Setting up and managing research projects together with a variety of industrial and academic partners.Shaping the division research program and project portfolio together with supervisors and peers.Effective delegation of research questions to the right combination of SAL scientists for best team performance.Research unit budget and resource planning and controlling.Overall, guiding the research unit towards generation of high-quality research findings, scientific excellence, and economic impact.TechnologyDevelopment of power electronic hardware topologies and architectures. Focus on highly compact converting systems for various fields of application with low to medium power ranges.Advanced modeling and optimization of electronic systems.Developing of control architectures and modulation strategies for dynamic and efficient converting systems.Design of magnetic components and transformers (incl. planar) for fast switching converting systems.Vision for how future power electronics systems and topologies can benefit from other scientific domains (e.g. artificial intelligence, sensor technology, thermal engineering, numerical techniques…).YOUR PROFILEPhD degree in electrical engineering, electronics, applied physics or related fields with a specialization in power electronics.At least 6 years of practical experience in power electronics. Experience in a scientific environment would be beneficial.Expertise in power electronic hardware topologies and/or related control engineering.Strong scientific track record as evidenced by publications, invited lectures, etc..Experience with the Austrian and European funding landscape preferred.Active industrial and academic network preferred.Contacts within the international power electronics industrial network is a plus.Autonomous, well organized and enjoy working in a dynamic and multi-cultural team.Innovative and keen on finding solutions for applied research challenges.Leadership qualities, the ability to inspire, promote and motivate young scientists and researchers to achieve their best performance.Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT SALDiversified research activities with plenty of technical challenges.State-of-the-art lab facilities and instruments.Internal and external training opportunities for further development.Home Office possible.€ 4 per day food allowance in restaurants or € 2 per day in supermarkets.Family & kids friendly.Free coffee/milk/tea & fresh fruits.Start: as soon as possible.This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) in occupational group G (G1 salary = EUR 5.356, paid 14 times a year). Your actual salary depends on your experience and qualifications. We offer a gross salary in the range between EUR 85.000 to EUR 120.000 (annual, based on an All-in contract and bonus).
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