year Research Assistant in Advancing Thermal Management for Megawatt Planar Magnetics

Job title:

year Research Assistant in Advancing Thermal Management for Megawatt Planar Magnetics

Company:

Aalborg Universitet

Job description

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, AAU Energy, a position as Research Assistant in advancing thermal management for megawatt planar magnetics, is open for appointment from September 1st 2025 or soon hereafter.Aalborg University contributes to the knowledge building of the global society as well as the development of prosperity, welfare and culture of Danish society. This is accomplished through research, research-based education, public sector services and knowledge collaboration. Aalborg University educates students for the future and activities are based on a dynamic and transformative collaboration with the surrounding community.Who we are
AAU Energy is a dynamic engineering research department in continuous growth and inspiring surroundings.
AAU Energy has a very international environment and covers all areas of clean and sustainable energy systems of the future within electrical, thermal and mechatronic energy technology. AAU Energy has campuses in both Aalborg and Esbjerg, this position is in Aalborg.
The mission is to be world leading in both research and research-based education of the energy engineers of the future. AAU Energy has approx. 300 employees of many nationalities, of which 25 are administrative staff. In addition, AAU Energy constantly has approx. 50-70 guest researchers from around the world.
Research and teaching are in the absolute world elite in the field of energy, and we have extensive and leading workshop and laboratory facilities, where research and innovation are carried out in direct collaboration with industry to a great extent.
The position is offered in relation to the research program “Sustainable Power Electronics and Electrification (SPELL)” and the research assistant will be positioned in the section for Power Electronics Systems and Materials.Read more about the AAU Energy at .Your work tasks and competencies
Research areas will be within high-power magnetic components enabled by planar technologies for electrification systems at AAU Energy.
The potential candidate should have direct experience in power electronics and hold a master’s degree in power electronics, thermal engineering, or a closely related field. The following skills and qualifications are expected to support the team in addressing key challenges: * Solid experience with FEM-based analysis tools (e.g., COMSOL, ANSYS) for thermal analysis of power components.

• A track record of developing innovative solutions to enhance the thermal performance of power electronic components.
• A strong understanding of thermal mechanisms in power components, with hands-on experience prototyping novel solutions, potentially involving advanced materials.
• A demonstrated sense of responsibility for assigned tasks and activities, along with proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• An openness to exploring and researching challenging topics in thermal management and power electronics.

Qualification requirements
Appointment as a research assistant requires academic qualifications at master’s degree level.How to apply
Your application must include the following:

• Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Diplomas (master’s degree diploma)
• List of publications. You may attach a maximum of five publications (optional). If you are applying for a position at The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH), you must submit a co-author statement, see
• Documentation of teaching qualifications (optional). Depending on which faculty you are applying for employment, please see

or . If this is not enclosed, the applicant must enclose the reasons for this . * Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations etc.

• Additional qualifications in relation to the position
• References/recommendations

You can read more about the requirements for your application .The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University’s website.Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.Do you have any questions?
If you have any questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us.
For professional information, please contact Associate Professor Mads Valentin Bram, mvb@energy.aau.dk. Other questions, please contact HR AAU Energy: hr@energy.aau.dk.Further information
Read more about our recruitment processThe appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process .The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.Read more about AAU at .Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the and and .Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with andAalborg University – Knowledge for the worldAalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen. Type of employment: temporary position | Contract type: full time | Number of positions: 1 | Full-time equivalent: 37 | City: Aalborg | County: | Country: Denmark | Reference number: 2025/102 | Contact: Professor Stig Munk-Nielsen , HR – AAU Energy , | Published: 2025-05-06 | Last application date: 2025-05-20

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Location

Aalborg, Nordjylland

Job date

Thu, 08 May 2025 06:46:02 GMT

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