Research Assistant in Humidity and Moisture Effects and Power Cycling of Power Electronic Components (2021-224-03826)

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, AAU Energy, a position as Research Assistant in Humidity and Moisture Effects and Power Cycling of Power Electronic Components is open for appointment from 1st February 2022 or soon hereafter. The position is for 1 year.

Job description

Aalborg University contributes to the knowledge building of the global society as well as the development of prosperity, welfare, and culture of Danish society. This is accomplished through research, research-based education, public sector services and knowledge collaboration. Aalborg University educates students for the future and activities are based on a dynamic and transformative collaboration with the surrounding community. 

AAU Energy is a dynamic engineering research department in continuous growth and inspiring surroundings. AAU Energy has a very international environment and covers all areas of clean and sustainable energy systems of the future within electrical, thermal and mechatronic energy technology. AAU Energy has campuses in both Aalborg and Esbjerg, this position is in Aalborg. 

The mission is to be world leading in both research and research-based education of the energy engineers of the future. AAU Energy has approx. 300 employees of many nationalities, of which 25 are administrative staff. In addition, AAU Energy constantly has approx. 50-70 guest researchers from around the world. 

Research and teaching are in the absolute world elite in the field of energy, and we have extensive and leading workshop and laboratory facilities, where research and innovation are carried out in direct collaboration with industry to a great extent. 

Job description

The position is offered in relation to the Reliable Power Electronic Components (REPEC) research program and the research assistant will be positioned to the section for Applied Power Electronic Systems (APES).

Research areas will be primarily on the effects of humidity and moisture on reliability of power electronic components and assemblies and power cycling platform design for modern power electronic components. Experience in both the field of the humidity effects and the reliability assessment, i.e. power cycling design and testing will be an important value added.

You may obtain further professional information Professor Francesco Iannuzzo, +45 99403314, [email protected] 

Read more about AAU at www.aau.dk.

Read more about the AAU Energy at www.energy.aau.dk. 

Qualification requirements 

The required level of qualifications is at master level. The candidate must be able to prove a large experience (1 year at least) and expertise in both fields of moisture/humidity effects on electronic components and assemblies and on reliability testing. Appointment will be for a period of one year. Reappointment may be made, but a Research Assistant can only be appointed to Research Assistant in the same institution for a period of maximum three years. 

The required level of qualifications is at master level.

The application must contain the following: 

• A motivated text wherein the reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position are stated.
• A current curriculum vitae
• Copy of relevant diplomas (Master of Science and, if any, PhD) On request you could be asked for an official English translation.
• Scientific qualifications. You may attach up to 5 publications.
• Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations and the like.
• Additional qualifications in relation to the position.
• References/recommendations
• Personal data

The applications are only to be submitted online by using the "Apply online" button below.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

Shortlisting will be applied. This means that subsequent to the deadline for applications the head of department supported by the chair of the assessment committee will select candidates for assessment. All applicants will be informed whether they will be assessed or not.

For further information concerning the application procedure, please contact Mathilde Vestergaard HR-Servicecentre EST by mail [email protected] 

Appointment to Research Assistant may be for a period of up to three years. Reappointment may be made, but a Research Assistant can only be appointed to Research Assistant for a period of maximum three years. Further information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force and procedures can be seen here  

Agreement

Employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministry of Finance's current Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement for state-employed academics.

Vacancy number

2021-224-03826

Deadline

29/11/2021

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