Closing date : 23/04/2015
Reference : E&PS-06084
Faculty / Organisational unit : Engineering & Physical Sciences
School / Directorate : School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Division : Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Employment type : Fixed Term
Duration : Available from 1 June 2015 for two years
Location : Sackville Street, Manchester
Salary : £30,434 to £37,394 per annum
Hours per week : Full time

Based in the Rolls-Royce UTC in Power Conversion Systems at the University of Manchester, you will undertake research into power electronic conversion techniques for future aircraft at power levels up to 100 kW. New materials, devices and topologies will be used to devise and demonstrate light-weight and highly efficient solutions.

You will conduct individual and collaborative research in the area of power electronics, including developing and maintaining project plans, and general time management. You will write up research work for publication, and deal with routine communication using a range of media.

You will have practical research experience of power electronic circuits and systems, motor drives, or electrical energy storage systems. You will also have (or be about to obtain) a PhD in a relevant discipline (or equivalent industrial experience). It is desirable if you have a knowledge of aircraft electrical systems.

The School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. Appointment will always be made on merit. For further information, please visit http://www.manchester.ac.uk/connect/jobs/equality-diversity/awards/athena-swan/.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Professor Andrew Forsyth, Professor of Power Electronics

Email: andrew.forsyth<στο>manchester.ac.uk

Tel: 0161 306 4675

General enquiries:

Email: hrservices<στο>manchester.ac.uk

Tel: 0161 275 4499

Technical support:

Email: universityofmanchester<στο>helpmeapply.co.uk

Tel: 01565 818 234

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Apply at https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.aspx?jobid=9378