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.
Information and application
Are you interested in joining our team? Please send your application via the 'Apply now' button below before September 12, 2026, and include:
- A curriculum vitae, including a complete list of publications;
- 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;
- A teaching statement (maximum 1 page) describing your teaching and supervision experience and your vision on academic education;
- The contact details of two academic or professional references who may be contacted during the selection process.
You are welcome to contact prof.dr. T. Batista Soeiro (Thiago) via the following email address: t.batistasoeiro@utwente.nl for any questions related to this vacancy.
Screening is part of the selection process.
About the department
The Power Electronics (PE) Group at the University of Twente conducts research and education on advanced power electronic systems and technologies. Our research spans the complete power conversion chain, from power semiconductor devices, converter topologies, modulation and control, magnetics and electromagnetic compatibility, to the design, prototyping, and experimental validation of complete power electronic systems.
Our research addresses both fundamental and application-oriented challenges in areas such as high-efficiency and high-power-density power conversion, wide-bandgap semiconductor technologies (SiC and GaN), advanced and intelligent control, artificial intelligence and machine learning for power electronics, digital twins, condition monitoring and predictive maintenance. Important application domains include renewable energy and energy storage, electrified transportation, battery systems, DC power distribution and protection, aerospace and space power systems, and industrial power electronics.
The PE Group combines strong academic research with extensive experimental activities and maintains state-of-the-art laboratory facilities for the development and validation of power electronic converters and systems. We collaborate closely with leading industrial partners, research institutes, and universities in the Netherlands and internationally, and participate in a broad portfolio of national and European research projects.
You will join a large and growing international research environment involving academic staff, postdoctoral researchers, PhD candidates, and MSc students. The group offers opportunities to develop an independent research line, supervise talented researchers and students, contribute to high-quality education, and establish new collaborations with academic and industrial partners.
Our ambition is to contribute to the development of the next generation of efficient, reliable, resilient, and intelligent power electronic systems needed for the energy transition and the increasing electrification of society.
About the organisation
The faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) uses mathematics, electronics and computer technology to contribute to the development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). With ICT present in almost every device and product we use nowadays, we embrace our role as contributors to a broad range of societal activities and as pioneers of tomorrow's digital society. As part of a tech university that aims to shape society, individuals and connections, our faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad, and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. Our research has a high profile both in the Netherlands and internationally. It has been accommodated in three multidisciplinary UT research institutes: Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Centre and Digital Society Institute.
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