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The research group EELAB / Lemcko is affiliated with Ghent University and located on the UGent campus in Kortrijk. EELAB/Lemcko is specialized in Power Quality, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), smart µGrids and renewable energy. You can find more info on www.ugent.be/ea/eemmecs/lemcko/en.
Your tasks
Behaviour of power conversion harmonics in the frequency range 2 – 500 kHz
Within the assignment you conduct scientific research in the field of power quality, high frequency power quality and EMC. The research topic focusses on modelling grid connected equipment in the frequency range 2 to 500 kHz, including PV, storage and EV-chargers. You conduct measurements on the available microgrid, you model the grid and grid connected devices, classify devices and predict the influence of background distortion on high frequency harmonics. You publish your results. Additionally, you will support the Lemcko staff in teaching and lab sessions.
Tasks:
- You model the grid and classify grid connected equipment in the frequency range 2 – 500 kHz and higher. An in depth knowledge of transmission lines, measurement techniques and power electronics is necessary to accomplish this task.
- You model, predict and measure the influence of background distortion on high frequency harmonics
- You write scientific publications and contribute to project reporting.
- You supervise bachelor and M.Sc. students during projects and practical courses related to your own research.
What we are looking for
- You hold one of the following Master degrees with specialization:
- Master of Science in Electromechanical Engineering (subject Electrical power engineering), Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or Applied Physics
- Master of Science in Engineering technology – Electronic Engineering or Electrical Engineering
- Equivalent Master in Electronics or Electrotechnics
- You are highly motivated, self-critical, you work with rigour and attention to detail, and you work accurately
- A good knowledge of Matlab, Python and Latex is an asset
- You have a strong interest in power quality, EMC and electronics and have both scientific and practical skills
- You combine being an active team player with a strong sense of autonomy and responsibility.
- You have good communication and writing skills and have an excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.
What we can offer you
- We offer you a PhD scholarship as a contractual recruitment of 1 year, with another 3 years after positive evaluation. During the first period, you will also apply (when eligible, and in collaboration with your promoters) for additional scholarship funding.
- Your contract will start on 1/07/2022 at the earliest. The aim is to obtain a doctoral degree. You will receive a PhD scholarship according to the general conditions at Ghent University. The tax-free scholarship includes full social security coverage.
- You will work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary and international research environment.
- Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1 to WM4 (if you hold a Master’s degree). Click here for more information about our salary scales.
- All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, a bicycle allowance and eco vouchers.
Interested?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline https://career5.successfactors.eu/career?company=C0000956575P&career%5fjob%5freq%5fid=23524&career%5fns=job%5flisting&rcm%5fsite%5flocale=en%5fGB&navBarLevel=JOB%5fSEARCH&selected%5flang=en%5fGB&.
Your application must include the following documents:
- In the field, ‘CV’: your CV and an overview of your study results (merged into one PDF file)
- In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in PDF format
- In the field, ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
- In the field “other documents”: a reference letter, an overview of your study results.
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunity and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
More information
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Jos Knockaert ([email protected]). Important: do not send your application by email, but apply online.
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