Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
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Department
School of Engineering
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Position Type
Fixed Term
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Duration
Fixed-term contract for 12 months (ending no later than 31/12/2027)
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Salary
£35,608 to £46,049 per annum
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About the Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries, please contact Professor Layi Alatise at
[email protected].
The School of Engineering is seeking a Research Fellow in Power Electronics to assist the Principal Investigator (Professor Layi Alatise) and the project collaborators in the successful execution of the research programme focused on power semiconductor devices and power electronics systems.
The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and assembling power electronics test systems for the power semiconductor devices. You will undertake experimental research, analyse technical data, and use emerging developments within the power electronics field to inform and shape future research activities.
A key aspect of the position will be disseminating research of findings through publication in leading international journals and other reputable outlets. You will also contribute to the preparation of research proposals and applications to external funding bodies, helping to support and expand the project's research agenda.
You will be expected to communicate complex information both orally and in writing on material of a specialist or highly technical nature.
This post is based at the University of Warwick. The successful candidate will be required to make occasional trips to collaborators/ specialist research facilities, so the willingness to travel occasionally is required. There will be opportunities for presenting work at international conferences.
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About You
You will have a PhD or equivalent in Power Electronics/Electrical Engineering.
You will have good knowledge and practical experience in power electronics and power semiconductor device characterisation, and a strong record of publications and research outputs in experimental Power Electronics.
The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
You will also have demonstrable ability to work collaboratively and effectively with academic and administrative colleagues, both within and outside the University, to promote a collegial environment, while contributing to the life and community of the school through various duties, such as supporting offer holder days and outreach activities, which may occasionally require weekend work.
You will have good IT skills including Microsoft Office and proven ability to use IT to write technical research papers and presentations.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the
PhD Status
If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum).
Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).
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About the Department
The School of Engineering is one of the leading unified engineering schools in the UK and is currently ranked one of the top 10 engineering schools in all the major UK league tables.
The University aims to promote work life balance for all employees and the School of Engineering will consider a range of possible flexible working arrangements in order to recruit the best candidate.
The School of Engineering is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises work undertaken to address gender equality, representation and progression for all staff working in an academic environment.
The School currently holds the Athena SWAN Silver award and the University holds an Institutional Silver award. Further information about the work of the School in relation to Athena SWAN can be found at the following link: Athena SWAN - School of Engineering - University of Warwick
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About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
- World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
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How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Sunday 6th September 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline.
You will be asked to include a CV and Cover Letter. These documents should:
Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
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Right to Work in the UK
If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.
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