Research Fellow in the Power Electronics, Electrical Machines and Power Systems
Aston University, UK
Deadline: 30 November 2016.

The post holder will be responsible for carrying out research in high-efficiency electrical machines and power converters based on calorimetric methods in evaluating power losses. The successful candidate will develop numerical models and experimental approaches for evaluating high-performance electrical machines and power converters, ideally for wind turbine and electric vehicle applications.

The appointee will be an active member of the research group, assisting in the writing of journal articles, research proposals, planning and delivery of the research activity within a specified area so that the overall research objectives of the project/school are met.

The applicants should have, or be expected to shortly obtain, a relevant PhD in Electrical Machines or Power Electronics as well as a Degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

It is essential that applicants should have extensive research experience in developing simulation and experimental methods for electrical machines and/or power converters, as well as hardware development and data processing. In addition, applicants should have specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes.

Furthermore, the appointee should have the ability to communicate complex information clearly, able to build contacts and participate in internal and external networks. The post holder will also be required to contribute to broader management and administrative processes as well as having the ability to assess and organise resources. In addition, the appointee will be required to travel and present at international conferences and meetings.

Applicants should also have experience in the following areas:

Experience in numerical simulation tools such as ANSOFT and CFD.
Experience in developing condition monitoring circuitry for electrical machines or power electronic devices.
Experience in producing technical documentation (reports, conference and journal papers).
Experience in project management or industrial leadership.

For further information about this position, please contact Professor Wenping Cao on +44 (0)121 2043000, (w.p.cao@aston.ac.uk

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