About the position
Assistant/Associate Professor in Power Electronics
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
The Power Electronics Group at the University of Twente is seeking an outstanding Assistant or Associate Professor to strengthen its internationally recognised research and education activities in modern power electronic systems.
You will develop an independent research line that complements and strengthens the existing expertise of the group, supervise PhD and MSc researchers, contribute to teaching in Electrical Engineering, and initiate and lead externally funded research projects.
You will work closely with academic and industrial partners and contribute to the development of next-generation power electronic systems for energy, transportation, aerospace and industrial applications.
https://www.academictransfer.com/en/jobs/363426/assistantassociate-professor-in…
A strong research profile in power electronics, with knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:
A PhD degree, or a PhD degree to be completed before the start of the appointment, in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Power Engineering, or a closely related field, together with a strong research track record demonstrated through publications in reputable international journals and conferences.
Experience in, or clear potential for, developing an independent research line and acquiring externally funded research, including collaboration with industry, research institutes, governmental organisations, and academic partners.
Experience in university-level teaching and supervision, or clear potential to develop into an excellent academic teacher and supervisor at BSc, MSc, and PhD levels.
For appointment at Associate Professor level, a demonstrated track record of independent research leadership, PhD supervision, external research acquisition, and academic teaching is expected.
Industrial R&D experience, leadership of externally funded research projects, or a strong track record in translating research into industrial applications will be considered an advantage.
We offer a family-friendly institution that offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid), free access to sports facilities on campus and excellent professional and personal development programs;
You will work in a lively, inspiring and dynamic working environment in an organisation focusing on internationalisation, where you will have a high degree of responsibility and independence.
A cover letter describing your motivation for applying and your qualifications for the position;
A research statement and plan (maximum 2 pages) outlining your main research achievements, your vision for your future research, how your research could complement and strengthen the activities of the Power Electronics Group, and potential opportunities for external funding and collaboration;
Additional funding details:
A research statement and plan (maximum 2 pages) outlining your main research achievements, your vision for your future research, how your research could complement and strengthen the activities of the Power Electronics Group, and potential opportunities for external funding and collaboration;
What you’ll bring
- You will develop an independent research line that complements and strengthens the existing expertise of the group, supervise PhD and MSc researchers, contribute to teaching in Electrical Engineering, and initiate and lead externally funded research projects.
- A strong research profile in power electronics, with knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Experience in, or clear potential for, developing an independent research line and acquiring externally funded research, including collaboration with industry, research institutes, governmental organisations, and academic partners.
- Experience in university-level teaching and supervision, or clear potential to develop into an excellent academic teacher and supervisor at BSc, MSc, and PhD levels.
- A University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) or equivalent qualification, or the willingness to obtain this qualification.
- A cover letter describing your motivation for applying and your qualifications for the position;
At a glance
- Position type
- Assistant professor, Other early career, Associate Professor
- Institution
- University of Twente (UT) / Universiteit Twente
- Department
- Not stated
- Research group
- Not stated
- Location
- Enschede, Netherlands, NL
- Supervisor / contact person
- Not stated
- Funding
- Salaried
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
You will develop an independent research line that complements and strengthens the existing expertise of the group, supervise PhD and MSc researchers, contribute to teaching in Electrical Engineering, and initiate and lead externally funded research projects.
Experience in, or clear potential for, developing an independent research line and acquiring externally funded research, including collaboration with industry, research institutes, governmental organisations, and academic partners.
Industrial R&D experience, leadership of externally funded research projects, or a strong track record in translating research into industrial applications will be considered an advantage.
Our terms of employment are in accordance with the Dutch Collective Labor Agreement for Universities (CAO) and include a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary and a year-end bonus of 8.3 %; depending on your relevant background and experience, the gross monthly salary on a full-time basis ranges from € 4.925,- to € 8.992,- per month (scale 11-14); - Duration
- Not stated
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- EURAXESS-461248
Research focus
- Discipline
- Electronics
- Research area
- Batteries, Semiconductors
- Methods
- Not stated
- Software
- Not stated
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 18 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 30 Sep 2026 · 21:59 UTC
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 18 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 18 Sep 2026
2026-09-30T21:59:59+00:00
How to apply
Application Deadline: 30 Sep 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)
Where to apply
Are you interested in joining our team? Please send your application via the 'Apply now' button below before October 1, 2026, and include:
Apply now
https://www.academictransfer.com/en/jobs/363426/assistantassociate-professor-in-power-electronics/apply/
Contact: t.batistasoeiro@utwente.nl
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