The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) and the School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering seek applicants for a post-doctoral scholar position in the area of high frequency power electronics. The School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering, one of the eight Fulton Schools, houses a vibrant power electronics, power and energy systems, and microelectronics engineering research community (Learn more at https://research.engineering.asu.edu/). We seek applicants who complement our abilities in these areas to solve grand challenges as part of a community of experts. Particular areas of interest include, but are not limited to, design and development of wide bandgap devices-based power electronic converters and systems, advanced control for multi-MHz operation, thermal analysis and design for a range of applications that include defense and space systems, data center power, renewable energy, and transportation electrification.

The primary job duties include:

• Research and development of high performance, high frequency (multi-MHz) power electronic converters and systems.
• Performing multi-disciplinary work including power electronic circuits, digital control and implementation, wide bandgap devices, thermal analysis and thermal management design.
• Design, fabrication, testing and characterization of multiple hardware prototypes of power electronic systems.
• Interaction with project partners and sponsors from industry and government.
• Mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students.

This post doc position is applicable only to US citizens and Permanent Residents due to security clearance as this will be funded through a federal grant.

Required qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in electrical engineering or related discipline by the time of appointment.
• Experience in design and development of high frequency power electronic converters.
• Effective communication skills.

Desired qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in developing wide bandgap power converters especially at MHz frequency scale and kW power levels.
• Proficiency in control design and implementation using DSP and FPGA platforms.
• Proficiency in high frequency magnetics design and analysis using tools such as ANSYS.
• Proficiency in thermal analysis and design for high density power converters.

Application deadline is December 11, 2024. Postdoctoral Scholar appointments may be made for up to a maximum of five one-year terms from the year the doctorate was earned.

Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. To apply, visit https://hiring.engineering.asu.edu/ and select “apply now” next to the corresponding position. Candidates will be asked to create or use an existing Interfolio Dossier to submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement describing research interests, previous achievements in research and development related to the Desired Qualifications mentioned above (two pages maximum)
• Contact information for three references

The ASU Charter states, “ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.” The Fulton Schools of Engineering are dedicated to cultivating excellence, delivering innovation that matters, encouraging bold thinking, fostering a community of learning and collaboration and building a foundation for all to be successful. Applicants are encouraged to address how their past, current and future activities align with the ASU Charter and Fulton Schools of Engineering values in their application materials.

For additional information regarding position specifics, please contact the search committee chair, Professor Raja Ayyanar via email at rayyanar@asu.edu