Postdoc Position on Power Electronics: The University of Twente is seeking a dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Power Electronics group as part of the SLDbatt project. This multidisciplinary role focuses on long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies, aiming to contribute to the energy transition goals and challenges relevant to the Dutch industry.
Postdoc Position on Power Electronics for Long-Duration Energy Storage (SLDbatt Project)
Designation
Postdoc Researcher
Research Area
Power Electronics, Energy Systems, Battery Management
Location
University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in Electrical Engineering, preferably in Power Electronics, Energy Conversion, or Control Systems.
- Proven experience with converter design, control, and digital implementation.
- Strong skills in simulation and modelling tools (MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTspice, etc.).
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments (RT Box, Typhoon HIL, dSPACE, etc.) is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with battery systems, flow batteries, or grid-connected energy storage.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary and international environment.
- Strong publication record with motivation to link academic results to industrial applications.
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will:
- Conduct high-impact applied research at the intersection of power electronics, energy systems, and battery management.
- Collaborate closely with a second postdoctoral researcher focused on energy-system modelling.
- Contribute to modelling, simulation, and optimization across different LDES technologies at both the device (ESS + inverter) and system levels (grid integration) under various scenarios.
- Provide techno-economic insights to accelerate deployment in real-life applications.
- Join a Center of Expertise responsible for techno-economic assessments, evaluating manufacturability, scalability, sustainability, and formulating recommendations for LDES market frameworks.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application via the ‘Apply now’ button on the University of Twente’s website. Applications must include a CV, a motivation letter, and a list of publications.
For more information regarding this position, contact: vacancies-pe-eemcs@utwente.nl.
Last Date for Apply
January 4, 2026
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