The Carinthia University of Applied Sciences offers a wide range of study programs in the fields of technology, business, health and social sciences. A common feature of all areas is the practical and application-oriented focus of teaching and research as well as the close cooperation between public institutions, business and science. General information on our courses, research activities and the organization of the university can be found on our homepage www.fh-kaernten.at.

We are recruiting for the following position in the “Engineering and IT Department”:

Degree Program Director for “Industrial Power Electronics” (m/f/d)

We are looking to appoint an academically highly qualified specialist to represent our research and education area of power electronics. The international Master's programme for industrial power electronics is already established, but there is a need for continuous further development. Additionally, you will spearhead and drive research initiatives in the domain of power electronics.

Your Tasks

• Degree Program Director Industrial Power Electronics
  • Organization and execution of education on master level in the field of power electronics
  • Teaching of 10 hours per week in the field of power electronic components, systems and circuits
  • Supervision of Master theses
  • Involvement in personnel planning and selection
  • Marketing as well as further Development of the master programme, e.g., including new topics
  • Responsibility for counselling, selecting and admitting students
  • Participation in interdisciplinary activities as well as collaboration in internal and external projects and on committees/boards
  • Setting up, defining and leading of research projects together with various industrial and scientific partners

Your Profile

• Relevant doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with focus on Power Electronics
• Experience in acquisition and management of cooperative research & funding projects
• Several years of practical experience in one or more of following fields:
  • Design, implementation and validation of advanced power electronic circuit topologies
  • Modeling and simulation (electrical, magnetic, thermal, EMC, …) of power electronic devices, circuits and systems
  • Design of discrete & integrated power electronic circuits and devices
  • Multiphysics characterization of power semiconductor devices (especially wide-bandgap) and passive components – focus on electrical and thermal domain performance
  • Aging and reliability aspects for power electronic devices, circuits, and components; development of appropriate tools for lifetime investigations and in situ management
  • Nonlinear, coupled dynamic modeling and computer simulation of power electronic circuits, passive components, and semiconductor devices; model-experiment correlation, especially for electrical and thermal domains
  • Gate driving of Power semiconductors with a focus on emerging active techniques
• Established network in the relevant scientific community and electronics/semiconductor industry
• High scientific output and track record (publications, research projects) in the field of power electronics
• Analytical and structured thinking and acting, creativity in solution finding, adaptability and flexibility
• Didactical skills and enthusiasm in teaching
• Excellent command of English (B2/C1 - spoken and written)
• Basic command of (or willingness to learn) German (B2 - spoken and written)

Our Offer

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS) appreciates the motivation and great commitment of its employees and offers family-friendly conditions. We provide support with a diverse continuing education program and promote individual measures.

We offer an attractive working environment, crisis-proof employment, and allow flexible working hours. The promotion of health, a diverse range of sports, collegial interaction and the continuous improvement of environmental performance (EMAS certified) and sustainability are of particular importance at our university. We also offer a partnership with CorpLife, so you have access to CorpLife Benefits purchasing discounts.

Scope of employment: unlimited full-time position (40 hours per week)
Start: as soon as possible, February 2025 preferred
Place of employment: Campus Villach, Europastrasse 4, 9524 Villach
Salary: In Austria we are legally obliged to state the minimum salary which is EUR 85.000,00 (gross, annual salary, fulltime, 14 salaries). There is a strong willingness to overpay depending on qualifications and professional experience.

Application deadline: open until filled

Note:
Please note that the interviews will be held at the campus Villach. Applicants with the appropriate qualifications will be invited asap after the application deadline.

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Please upload your detailed and complete application documents at www.fh-kaernten.at/jobs

Required documents:

• Letter of motivation (stating the specialist areas with expertise and professional experience, also partial compe- tencies and interests)
• Curriculum vitae incl. photo
• Proof of practical experience/work certificates and references
• Graduation Certificate and Transcript of Records
• List of publications and projects
• List of previous research activities

Please note: We regret that we cannot reimburse any travel costs or expenses incurred in connection with participation in the selection procedure.

We look forward to receiving your detailed application.