The position is in the Faculty of Engineering Sciences of Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). The candidate will work in the MOBI- EPOWERS group of the MOBI Research Centre (Electromobility Research Centre). Our Mission as EPOWERS Research Group is to offer and deliver cutting-edge research, provide top-notch designs and developments on power electronics, powertrains and smart green energy solutions with intelligent control systems for tomorrow's mobility, transport and smart green grid applications, with our growing team of top-level researchers and experts. Our academic record at world's most renowned academic journals in relevant fields, a good word from our established national and international collaboration network of companies and research institutes, the content of the ever-growing number of projects we are involved with can be reference to our level of expertise. We follow the local and global trends on a daily basis, bilaterally interact and collaborate with various research, technology, business, public and political entities to contribute in shaping tomorrow's transport, mobility and green energy systems. EPOWERS is also part of MOBI Core Lab within Flanders Make - Driving Innovation.
Main tasks:
- Investigate temperature and damage-sensitive electric parameters (TSEPs/DSEPs) at simulation as well as experimental level;
- Perform root-cause of failure analysis and interpretation of degradation mechanism from accelerated lifetime tests of semiconductor devices;
- Propose lifetime improvement technique based on lifetime tests and health monitoring data;
- Writing research reports and scientific articles;
- Presenting research at (international) seminars and conferences;
- Coach master thesis students.
Requirements:
- The candidate must have a Master’s degree or equivalent from an academic institution in Electrical Engineering.
- The candidate should have strong theoretical knowledge and interest in both experimental work and modelling (MATLAB/Simulink) in the field of power electronics and converter applications. Knowledge in FEM simulations both at semiconductor and packaging levels, that are required to estimate the ageing performance of real devices is a plus.
- The candidate should also have good communication skills in English (speaking and writing), demonstrate initiative and be proactive in the project.
- The applicant should have the ability to work independently, to carry out complicated tasks, and be a part of a large team with high communication skills.
- Preferred skill requirements include knowledge of power electronics converters design and testing, signal acquisition, FEM and MATLAB/Simulink.
- The candidate is expected to endorse the educational vision of the university (full text available on the university website).
Offer:
- One year scholarship contract renewable 3 times.
- As an employee of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel your days will be spent in a dynamic, diverse and multilingual environment. Both our campuses are set within green oases on the outskirts of the centre of the capital of Flanders, Belgium and Europe. This center, with all its opportunities, is within your reach by public transport in under half an hour.
- Depending on your experience and academic merits you will receive a salary on one of the pay scales laid down by the government. Hospitalization cover and free use of public transport for travel to and from work are standard conditions of employment. If you would rather cycle to work, compensation is also available for that. Both campuses have extensive sporting facilities, which are at your disposal, and a nursery is within walking distance.
- More information is available at www.vub.ac.be under the heading ‘future employees’.
How to Apply:
All applications must at least include the following attachments:
- A brief CV (EU format);
- Comprehensive details of academic portfolio;
- Diplomas;
- Transcripts and scores;
- At least two recommendation letters should be provided;
- Cover and motivation letters.
Applications should be submitted by email to Prof. Dr. Ir. Omar Hegazy (omar.hegazy@vub.be) by 7 April 2023.