The Laboratory for High Power Electronic Systems (HPE) at the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering performs international leading research on high power converter systems required for example in future energy distribution systems for renewable energy sources or in traction applications. A further research focus is on solid state pulse modulator systems for medical applications or accelerators. For a new research project, we are recruiting a:

Ph.D. candidate for Designing & Controlling Highly Dynamic, High Power Pulsed Current Sources

We are lookingfor outstanding, highly motivated individuals interested in pursuing Ph.D. research in collaboration with an industry partner. The research topic focusses on new power electronic converter systems for pulsed current sources with a high dynamic and a very low ripple current for applications in the area of DC energy distribution systems and basic physics research. The position also includes building prototype systems in collaboration with an industry partner and performing measurements in our new medium voltage high power laboratory. You may expect a challenging and scientifically highly exciting full-time position in a dynamic, international team at one of the world-wide leading technical universities. Furthermore, we strongly support participation at international conferences and offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and very good research facilities.

The candidate must have a diploma/M.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering and/or physics with excellent grades, fundamental knowledge of power electronic converter systems, good communication skills, fluency in English and the willingness to work hard as a part of a team. In addition, you should be interested in the detailed functions and optimal design of power electronic components, magnetic components and high power converter systems as well as in advanced controller concepts for power electronic converter systems.

For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Jürgen Biela at jbiela@ethz.ch (no applications) or visit our website www.hpe.ee.ethz.ch.

Applications with a cover letter, a comprehensive cv, a letter of interest and names and addresses of references should be sent online (apply now below) with attention to: ETH Zurich, Mrs. Maja Bügler, Human Resources, CH-8092 Zürich