Post Doctoral Fellow - Electrical Engineering

Summary of Job Duties

The Post-Doctoral Fellow - Electrical Engineering will work on various power electronics projects. The associated projects include medium-voltage silicon carbide (SiC) module characterizations, high power grid-tied converters development and validations, and megawatt solid state transformer development. The Post-Doctoral Fellow will mainly work on conducting research, helping in day-to-day operation of the lab, and assisting faculty to supervise graduate students.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering or closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education, conferred by the start of employment
• Experience in design, development and control of power electronic converters
• Experience in PCB design, gate driver design, and thermal management solutions
• Experience in one of the following 3 areas:
• Experienced in power electronic circuit theory, such as dc/dc converters, inverters, and multi-level converters
• Experience with PWM control methods
• Experience with thermal management techniques in power electronic modules and assemblies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with medium-power or medium-voltage power converters
• Proficiency in the programming of DSP or CPLD or FPGA
• Experience with wide bandgap, e.g., SiC or GaN, devices/modules packaging
• Experience in one of the following 3 areas:
• Experience in EMI filters design
• Experience in printed circuit board layout
• Experience in the design of medium- or high-frequency transformers

Additional Information

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents

• Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Terry Bennett, HR & Curriculum Manager, twbennet@uark.edu

All Application Materials Must Be Uploaded To The University Of Arkansas System Career Site

https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Special Instructions To Applicants

• Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

Required Checks Are Identified In The Position Listing

A Criminal Conviction Or Arrest Pending Adjudication Or Adverse Financial History Information Alone Shall Not Disqualify An Applicant In The Absence Of A Relationship To The Requirements Of The Position.

Background Check Information Will Be Used In A Confidential, Non-Discriminatory Manner Consistent With State And Federal Law.

The University Of Arkansas Is Committed To Providing A Safe Campus Community.

We Conduct Background Checks For Applicants Being Considered For Employment.

Background Checks Include A Criminal Background Check And A Sex Offender Registry Check.

For Certain Positions, There May Also Be A Financial (Credit) Background Check, A Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) Check, And/Or Drug Screening.

Required Checks Are Identified In The Position Listing.

A Criminal Conviction Or Arrest Pending Adjudication Or Adverse Financial History Information Alone Shall Not Disqualify An Applicant In The Absence Of A Relationship To The Requirements Of The Position.

Background Check Information Will Be Used In A Confidential, Non-Discriminatory Manner Consistent With State And Federal Law.

The University Of Arkansas Is An Equal Opportunity Institution.

The University Does Not Discriminate In Its Education Programs Or Activities (Including In Admission And Employment) On The Basis Of Any Category Or Status Protected By Law, Including Age, Race, Color, National Origin, Disability, Religion, Protected Veteran Status, Military Service, Genetic Information, Sex, Sexual Preference, Or Pregnancy.

Questions Or Concerns About The Application Of Title IX, Which Prohibits Discrimination On The Basis Of Sex, May Be Sent To The University’s Title IX Coordinator And To The U.S. Department Of Education Office For Civil Rights.

Persons Must Have Proof Of Legal Authority To Work In The United States On The First Day Of Employment.

All Application Information Is Subject To Public Disclosure Under The Arkansas Freedom Of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity N/A

Frequent Physical Activity N/A

Occasional Physical Activity N/A

Benefits Eligible Yes