MOBI is the innovative research hub for electromobility in Europe, and aims to make a strong contribution to a more sustainable society. With more than 100 specialists, we form a multidisciplinary team that supports the transition to a more environmentally friendly and electrified mobility and transport system. A unique mix of technical, environmental and socio-economic skills is the strength of our research group. MOBI is the technological expertise center in many areas ranging from electric and autonomous driving, to innovative batteries, intelligent drive systems and energy management, power electronics and charging infrastructure. In addition, we provide knowledge regarding business planning and consumer behavior, and look at the integration of electric vehicles in energy communities and smart grids. This broad approach enables MOBI to develop sustainable and innovative solutions and electrification strategies that are broadly supported by all parties participating in the electric (autonomous) fleet of the future.
Main Tasks
- Investigating battery electrical and aging behavior
- Development of data-driven estimation techniques to simulate electrical and aging performance.
- Work on physics-based techniques
- Writing technical reports and scientific articles
- Attending National and International conferences
- Supervise bachelor and/or master student projects.
Requirements
- The candidate must have a Master’s degree from an academic institution in Electrical or Mechanical or relevant Engineering program
- The candidate should have strong knowledge of any programming language (Matlab/Python/other) with previous experience
- Knowledge and proven experience on the electrochemical energy storage technologies like batteries will be preferred
- The candidate should also have good communication skills in English (speaking and writing)
- The candidate should have the ability to carry out tasks both independently and with a team
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
Applications should be submitted by email to maitane.berecibar@vub.be no later than 28/02/2023. The chosen candidate is expected to start on 01/04/2023.
All applications must at least include the following PDF 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.