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Assistant or Associate Professor (Power Electronics) (111811-0626)

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Assistant or Associate Professor (Power Electronics) (111811-0626)

The Power Electronic Converters and Devices (Assistant or Associate Professor) Role

About The Role

Informal Queries: For queries, contact:

  • Professor Layi Alatise: O.Alatise@warwick.ac.uk
  • Professor Marina Antoniou: Marina.Antoniou@warwick.ac.uk

Flexible Working: Flexible or part-time options are considered despite the full-time nature of this advertisement.

The School of Engineering invites applications for a Assistant or Associate Professor position in Power Electronic Converters and Devices on the Research and Teaching Pathway. You will develop and deliver research, publish high-impact manuscripts, and drive teaching innovation. The role focuses on Wide Bandgap (WBG) and/or Ultra-Wide Bandgap (Ultra-WBG) semiconductors—leading the research agenda for independent development in this area.

Your responsibility will include:

  • Developing an internationally impactful and independent research initiative.
  • Leading power electronic device/converter research, strategically enhancing the school’s strengths in power electronics and electronic materials.
  • Strengthening collaborations with industries and academics.
  • Exploring interdisciplinary opportunities.
  • Aligning with the university’s Research Technology Platforms and existing research infrastructure.

Key Objective: Contribute both original research and real-world applications—bridging fundamental science, industrial needs, and disciplinary boundaries.


About You

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Academic Requirement: A PhD in an applicable discipline.

For Assistant Professor:

  • Demonstrate emerging independence in research capable of becoming internationally leading.

For Associate Professor:

  • Already established as an independent researcher with substantial external funding.
  • Proven excellence in research and teaching delivery.

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  • Focused on WBG/Ultra-WBG power semiconductor devices, converters, and systems.
  • Strong leadership in research, evidenced by international anerkownledge and industry connections.
  • Experience in:
    • Design/modeling of WBG Ultra-WBG semiconductors.
    • Power converter topology and control.
    • Hardware implementation and hardware research.
  • Relevance to electrification challenges: renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and sustainable transport.
  • Leadership in hybrid scientific R&D bridging academia and industrial partnerships.

Teaching:

Ensure high-quality delivery on undergraduate/postgraduate programs, demonstrating adaptability to evolving pedagogy and technologies.


Applications Ensure

  • Proposals meeting critical criteria outlined in the attached Job Description.
  • Capability to contribute strategically to teaching—especially in areas like electrification, power systems, and WBG electronics.

TIP: Address teaching fit specifically toward undergraduate and taught postgraduate programs for School of Engineering.


About The Department

The School of Engineering:

Ranked as a global innovator, home to Research Clusters launched in Summer 2025, fostering world-class interdisciplinary research. Specifically, the Electrical Power and Control (EPC) Cluster—comprising at least 12 academics— focuses on:

  • WBG power technology (device fabrication, epitaxy, modeling, device packaging, reliability).
  • Novel applications, control, drives/smart energy, and system integration.

EPC Cluster Facilities:

  • Manufacturing: Semiconductor Processing Cleanroom, Packaging & Assembly.
  • Research Labs: **Power Electronics Applications, Power Systems & Control, Reliability Char.)
  • Access Further: Voltage Scanning Electron Microscope, X-Ray CT, USP Analysis, NBF, etc. Check university Research Technology Platforms.

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Additional strength in: ✔ Staff-centred & student-centred programs—covers >1,600 students.


About The University

The University of Warwick (founded 1965):

  • Ranked 74th globally by Complete University Guide 2026.
  • 92% of research ranks world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021*).

Collection of ‘4-s’ (Sustainable, Safe – secure, Successful, and Strategic) and regarded by students world-wide.


How To Apply

Closing Date:

Monday, 10 August 2026 before 11:55 PM (UK time).

Application Process:

  1. Fill the application form at warwick-careers portal.
  2. Attach two items:
    • Curriculum Vitae (CV), complete with publication list.
    • Cover letter (max 3-pages):
      • Indicate Assistant or Associate preference.
      • Align with job description (JD) criteria.
      • Present research vision and grant capture plans over the next 5 years.
      • Explain teaching expertise (max 1-page).

Note: Avoid extra attachments. Incomplete applications will not proceed to review stage.


Diversity & Inclusion

Applications from underrepresented groups are particularly welcomed and encouraged.


Benefits

Warwick provides:

  • Competitive pension, 30 days annual leave (+ university closures).
  • Generous adoption leave.
  • On-site childcare facilities.
  • Coaching, training, and professional development.
  • Flexible work arrangements.

The university is proud to be a Living Wage Employer.


Diversity Commitments

Warwick’s holistic approach to equality, diversity, and inclusion: Advanced Reading on D&I.


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Skills

Power Electronics
Research Leadership
Wide Bandgap Semiconductors
Ultra-Wide Bandgap Semiconductors
Power Semiconductor Design
Power Converter Design
Modelling
Hardware Realisation
Control
Renewable Energy Systems
Electric Vehicles
Sustainable Transport
Collaborative Research
Translational Research
Teaching Expertise
Interdisciplinary Research

Location

Coventry, England, United Kingdom

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