Vacancies
Senior Lecturer
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a perspective and ambitious candidate with a Dr. Degree (PhD) in the field of power electronics & power converters. The candidate should be able to demonstrate:
- An evidence of research capability, with a specific focus on advanced power converter topologies, applications, power semiconductors, energy storage devices and power converters control
- Very good analytical skills & methods
- Experience with simulation and design tools such as Plexim, PSIM, FEM tools, Altium Designer and MATLAB
- Experience in power converters design, debugging & testing is required
- Experience in analysis and design of MF & HF magnetics (inductors and transformers)
- Experience in scientific writing and evidence of peer-reviewed publications is required
- Social Competence: Teamwork skills, ability to work independently, problem-solving skills, communication skills
The Position Mission
- Independent conduction of courses and administration of examinations (8 semester hours) 65%
- Independent research 25%
- Supervision of students including supervision of bachelor theses 5%
- Collaboration in research, teaching, and administrative tasks 2.5%
- Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation measures 2.5%
Research project(s) are organized according to the following tasks:
- Literature & patents survey,
- Proposal of a novel solution(s),
- Theoretical analysis of the solution(s) proposed
- High level hardware design and simulation using simulation tools such as Plexim, PSIM, Maxwell & FEM Tools
- High level controls design and simulation using simulation tools such as Plexim, PSIM & Matlab
- A proof of the concept prototype manufacturing and testing
- Patents, IEEE Journals and Conference publications
What are we offering?
A challenging job in a dynamic and ambitious university and a stimulating internationally renowned research environment
Exciting research projects with direct transfer from academia to industry R&D
Collaboration with worldwide recognized industrial and academic institutions and partners
Full time temporary appointment for 4 years with the possibility to extend the appointment unlimited
Gross salary of approximately 65,8 k€ (14x4.700€) plus additional project-based bonus
The Location
The main working location is facility of Innsbruck Power Electronics Laboratory (the i-PEL), Institute of Mechatronics, University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria. For some projects founded by 3rd party partners, periodic traveling to the partner facility in France, Italy and Austria may be required.
Contact:
- Univ. - Prof. Dr. Petar J. Grbović
e-mail: petar.grbovic@uibk.ac.at
phone: +43 512 507 62830
cell phone: +43 664 12 50 951
- Office, Mag. Anna Gabriele Salchner
e-Mail: i-pel@uibk.ac.at
phone: +43 512 507-62831
Institute of Mechantronics
Innsbruck Power Electronics Lab. (i-PEL)
https://www.uibk.ac.at/mechatronik/i-pel/
Technikerstraße 13, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Student assistent
Start
As soon as possible
Organizational unit:
Mechatronics, Division of Electrical Engineering, Location: Innsbruck
Workload:
10 hours per week
organizational Unit:
Mechatronics, Division of Electrical Engineering, Location: Innsbruck
Workload:
10 hours per week
Your tasks:
- Participation in the research project HESS4MRA - Hybrid Energy Storage for mobile robot applications
- Hardware and software development in power electronics
- Documentation of research activities and developments
- Taking on administrative tasks
Your Profile:
- Ongoing studies (Bachelor/Diploma/Master): Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Interest in power electronics
- Good analytical and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Practical skills in a lab environment
For a detailed description of the tasks and requirements associated with this position, please visit:
https://www.uibk.ac.at/universitaet/profile-wiss-personal/studentische-mitarbeiterinnen.html
Contact:
Univ. - Prof. Dr. Petar J. Grbović
e-mail:
phone: +43 512 507 62830
cell phone: +43 664 12 50 951
Office, Mag. Anna Gabriele Salchner
e-Mail:
phone: +43 512 507-62831
Institute of Mechantronics
Innsbruck Power Electronics Lab. (i-PEL)
https://www.uibk.ac.at/mechatronik/i-pel/
Technikerstraße 13, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
Scientific Project Assistant
We are looking for committed and motivated individuals who are interested in our innovative research project HESS4MRA. In addition to research, we offer the opportunity to gain practical experience and actively contribute to research in the field of power electronics. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge and skills in a relevant and forward-looking area.
Start
As soon as possible until 28.02.2026
Organizational Unit
Mechatronics, Division of Electrical Engineering, Location: Innsbruck
Workload
20 hours per week
Your tasks:
- Independent research within the project in the field of power electronics and energy storage systems (batteries and supercapacitors), hardware and software design
- Collection, analysis, and evaluation of data
- Creation and co-authorship of scientific publications
- Development and implementation of prototypes
- Administrative tasks
Your profile:
- Completed relevant Master’s, Magister, or Diploma studies in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Physics
- Knowledge of power electronics
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Cooperative and goal-oriented team work
Application:
We look forward to receiving your online application quoting the reference number TW-14636.
Contact:
For questions about the job posting, please contact:
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Petar Grbovic
Phone: +43 512 507-62830
Email: i-pel@uibk.ac.at
The University of Innsbruck values equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy.
The University of Innsbruck aims to increase the proportion of women and therefore explicitly encourages qualified women to apply. This applies particularly to leadership roles and academic positions. In cases of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications will be given priority.
In line with Austrian disability legislation, qualified individuals are explicitly encouraged to apply.