Assistant/Associate Professor of DC Systems

Assistant/Associate Professor of DC Systems

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7 Sep 1 Nov Delft

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Job description

As an Assistant/Associate Professor your focus will be on the following tasks:

• Research in electrical sustainable energy in the field of the integration of renewable energy sources and energy storage (electric vehicles) in DC networks and systems and future DC transmission grids, including supervising PhD and Master students. The focus will be on innovative theoretical and experimental research of system integration of renewable energy and energy storage (electric vehicles) in DC networks and systems and future DC transmission grids; design, control and protection of DC networks; innovative power electronic interfaces and converters for charging of electric vehicles; and real time simulation and hardware in the loop of DC systems. Breakthroughs are expected from grid integration of electric vehicles and new storage technologies, innovative DC microgrids and multiterminal DC grids, and system integration with power electronic interfaces.

• Teaching in the area of DC grids on the MSc level but also related subjects at the BSc level. Acquisition and management of national and international research projects, and establishing strong collaborations with academic and industrial partners.

• Participation in international bodies such as IEEE. A holistic approach, in which design, implementation, deployment, and analysis are integrated, is strongly desired; we expect the applicant to actively collaborate with other researchers from academia and industry to realise this aim.

A Tenure Track, a process leading up to a permanent appointment with the prospect of becoming an Associate or full Professor, offers young, talented academics a clear and attractive career path. During the Tenure Track, you will have the opportunity to develop into an internationally acknowledged and recognised academic. We offer a structured career and personal development programme designed to offer individual academics as much support as possible. For more information about the Tenure Track and the personal development programme, please visit www.tudelft.nl/tenuretrack.

Specifications

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)

Requirements

You must have a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering related to power electronics, renewable energy, or electric vehicles. Overall knowledge and experience with experimental implementation of electronic power conversion, as well as previous work experience in one of these areas, is required. Practical knowledge about design of electronic power conversion in general will be positively evaluated. An excellent academic track record reflected by publications in the leading international journals is required. You should have a demonstrated ability to initiate and direct research projects and to obtain external funding. Experience in teaching and mentoring is considered an advantage. You also have an open personality and good communication skills in written and spoken English.

Conditions of employment

Fixed-term contract: Tenure track.

A tenure-track position is offered for six years. Based on performance indicators agreed upon at the start of the appointment, a decision will be made by the fifth year whether to offer you a permanent faculty position.
The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers childcare and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
The TU Delft sets specific standards for the English competency of the teaching staff. The TU Delft offers training to improve English competency.
Inspiring, excellent education is our central aim. If you have less than five years of experience and do not yet have your teaching certificate, we allow you up to three years to obtain this.

For more information about this position, please contact Prof. P. Bauer, phone: +31 (0)15-2784654, e-mail: p.bauer@tudelft.nl. To apply, please e-mail a detailed CV along with a letter of application by 1 November 2017 to A. J. Prummel, Hr-eemcs@tudelft.nl.
When applying for this position, please refer to vacancy number EWI2017-26.

Employer

Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology (the TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. The TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At the TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. The TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

http://www.tudelft.nl

Department

Electrical Engineering, Mathematics & Computer Science

The research in the Department of Electrical Sustainable Energy is inspired by the technical, scientific and societal challenges originating from the transition towards a more sustainable society. Research focuses on three areas:
• DC Systems, Energy Conversion and Storage
• Photovoltaic Materials and Devices
• Intelligent Electrical Power Grids
The Electrical Sustainable Energy Department provides expertise in each of these areas throughout the entire energy system chain.

The DC Systems, Energy Conversion and Storage (DCE&S) group is responsible for research and education in the fields of DC systems, high voltage technology, energy storage, electronic power conversion (power electronics), and electromechanics. DC systems is a multidisciplinary field of research, exploring the integration of renewable energy sources and energy storage (electric vehicles) in DC networks and systems and future DC transmission grids. The group is currently active in applications such as Direct Current distribution and transmission grids and microgrids, electrification of mobility (charging of electric vehicles), and renewable generation of electrical energy (such as wind and solar energy).

Specifications

  • Professor; Associate professor; Assistant professor; Lecturer
  • Engineering
  • max. 38 hours per week
  • max. €5405 per month
  • Doctorate
  • EWI2017-26

Employer

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)

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Mekelweg 2, 2628 CD, Delft

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