Research Fellow & Assistant Professor

Job Description

Job Summary

For informal enquiries:
Research Fellow position: Contact Professor Layi Alatise at o.alatise@warwick.ac.uk
Assistant Professor position: Contact Professor Peter Gammon at p.m.gammon@warwick.ac.uk

About the Roles

The School of Engineering at the University of Warwick is offering two exciting opportunities in power electronics research. These roles focus on designing, assembling, testing, and delivering power electronic systems for microgrid applications and power semiconductor reliability testing.

We welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements, where operationally possible.

Post 110167 – Research Fellow (Fixed-Term, 2 Years)

Contract End Date: 31st December 2027
This role involves developing power electronic systems for microgrid applications, including:
Designing, assembling, and testing DC-DC converters, inverters, and test systems
Supporting the implementation of test systems for microgrid research
Conducting reliability testing of power semiconductor devices

Post 110165 – Research Fellow/Assistant Professor (Research Focused) (Fixed-Term, 3 Years)

Contract End Date: 31st March 2029
This role is part of the REWIRE IKC project, focusing on power semiconductor reliability. Responsibilities include:
Developing power electronic systems for reliability testing
Comparative testing to establish a commercial power semiconductor reliability database
Designing test rigs and circuits to support research in power electronics

In both roles, you will conduct comprehensive reliability tests, including:
Short-circuit testing
Current & voltage stressing
Power & temperature cycling

Additionally, you will contribute to key system component design, such as:
Gate drivers, sensor circuits, and protection systems
Advanced controllers (FPGA, LabVIEW, D-SPACE)

You will work closely with a team of engineers and researchers to develop innovative solutions in power electronics for microgrid applications.

About You

We are looking for candidates with:
A PhD (or near completion) in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Strong expertise in power electronics & semiconductor devices
Experience with test systems, circuit design, and reliability testing
Familiarity with advanced controllers (FPGA, LabVIEW, D-SPACE)

Note:

• If you have not yet been awarded your PhD but are near submission, any offer will be made as Research Assistant (Level 5).
• Upon successful PhD completion, you will be promoted to Research Fellow (Level 6).
• The level of appointment (Research Fellow or Assistant Professor) will be determined based on skills, experience, and knowledge.

Want to learn more?
Full details, including selection criteria, are available in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick’s jobs page. Click Apply to be redirected to the application portal.

Closing Date: TBD