The cross-border region Denmark-Germany is turning into a powerhouse in industrial electronics. Very recently, the Centre for Industrial Electronics (CIE) at University of Southern Denmark (SDU) was established by a strong partnership between industry, academia and regional authorities. CIE is located at the campus of SDU Sønderborg and surrounded by a vibrant industrial environment. CIE is part of the section SDU Electrical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering.
Job description
We are seeking an innovative multidisciplinary postdoctoral researcher for the Centre for Industrial Electronics in Sønderborg. The position will initially be for one year with the possibility of extending to up to three years and will focus on the surface modification of nanoparticles and their dispersal in polymer matrices for use in nanocomposite capacitors. The position will start September 2022 at the earliest.
The Centre for Industrial Electronics currently has 30 staff including senior (full and associate professors) and junior (assistant professors and Postdocs) academic staff, PhDs and support staff. This is expected to grow to 50 in a few years. The financial foundation for this growth as well as for the development of new research and test laboratories in key disciplines for Industrial Electronics has been secured. On this basis, we strive for unique and excellent value in research, innovation and education. It is our vision that Electrical Engineering at SDU will excel in areas of key relevance for companies in the region of Southern Denmark and beyond.
Candidates are required to have a proven research record in at least one of the following fields:
- Materials science
- Electronic device fabrication
- Capacitor materials development
- Nanoscience
- Surface chemistry
- Polymer science
- Electrostatic modelling/high voltage physics
Qualifications
The candidates must have a PhD in engineering or natural sciences. We also expect:
- Direct experience with nanoparticle surface engineering
- Experience with electronic device design, fabrication, and characterisation
- Familiarity with capacitor materials and their design
- A track-record of interdisciplinary research
- An outstanding research and publication track record
Contact information
Further information about the position can be obtained from Head of Centre for Industrial Electronics, Professor Thomas Ebel, email: ebel@sdu.dk, phone: +45 93 50 72 05.
For information about the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, which encompasses the Centre for Industrial Electronics of SDU please see https://www.sdu.dk/en/dme.
For specific information on CIE please visit https://www.sdu.dk/en/cie.
Assessment process
A panel will assess the qualification of the candidate for the described post based on the submitted material, which must include
- an overall vision for research and development activities
- a Curriculum Vitae and statement of motivation
- relevant diploma (MSc and PhD)
- a list of publications indicating the publications attached, top ten marked
- reference letters and other relevant qualifications may also be included (postdoctoral experience can be a bonus)
Read about the Assessment and selection process. Shortlisting may be used.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Application procedure
Applications – including the required attachments – must be sent electronically via the link “Apply online". Only online applications will be accepted and assessed. Attached files must be Adobe PDF or Word format. Each field in the application form can contain up to max. 10 MB. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply before you apply.
The application must be in English.
Incomplete applications which do not meet the above-mentioned requirements and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.
The application deadline is 31.07.2022
Conditions of employment
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Please check links for more information on salary and taxation.
The position will be at the rank of PostDoc preferably have a starting date of 1 September 2022.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Living and working in Denmark
Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training as part of the employment. The International Staff Office (ISO) at SDU provides a variety of services for new employees, guests and people who consider applying for a job at the University of Southern Denmark. Among other things, the staff answers questions concerning salary, taxation, housing and accompanying family.
Send application
Deadline 2022-July-31
You can apply for the job at Faculty of Engineering by completing the application form
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