Description:
- 1 x full time, fixed term (until 30/06/2027) position available
- Academic Level B ($ 115,303 - $136,925) + 17% Superannuation
- Based at the City campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
About the RoleThis position is available under the Australian Economic Accelerator Innovate Smart Wind Turbine Blades project:
Join a future-focused research initiative developing the next generation of smart wind turbine blades. You will play a key role and have skillset in one or more areas of electrical engineering, including power electronics, inverter control, rotating machines, system integration and electrical reticulation/protection. This role will also see you work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to advance renewable energy technology through cutting-edge simulation, experimental validation, and system integration.
We are seeking candidates with strong technical capabilities in their field, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for innovation in clean energy technologies. This is a rare opportunity to conduct high-impact research that directly contributes to Australia's energy future.
Furthermore, to be successful in this role you will:
- Support the electrical system design effort in developing specifications, control systems design, system integration and implementation, and the realisation of power management of load/storage systems required for turbine testing
The Research Fellow will support the Chief Investigator and Senior Researchers in the preparation of reports, journal papers, conference papers or presentations based on the findings of these investigations
About You
It is highly desirable that the candidate can satisfy several of the following criteria:
Power Electronics/Electrical Machine Design: Experience and knowledge in designing and implementing power electronic systems for rotating machines and grid-coupled applications. Strong Research Track Record: An emerging record of high-quality research outputs (e.g., peer reviewed journal publications, conference presentations, technical reports) in relevant fields. Data Analysis and Interpretation: High-level ability to analyse and interpret experimental or simulation data to inform design decisions and validate performance models. Collaboration and Teamwork: Demonstrated experience working effectively in interdisciplinary research teams, with the ability to collaborate across domains such as aerodynamics, structures, controls, and materials. Supervision and Mentoring: Experience in supervising or mentoring junior researchers, PhD candidates, or research assistants in a research or academic setting. Communication and Reporting Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare research publications, technical documentation, and project reports for academic and industry stakeholders. Project and Time Management: Strong organisational skills with the abilityTo Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter and address the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the ' Apply' link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, contact: Senior Advisor, Aleksandra Besia at Aleksandra.besia@rmit.edu.au.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline, as submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis and early applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date.
To review specific key selection criteria and mandatory qualifications required for the role, please review Position Descriptions below:
Position Description - Research Fellow, Power Electronics Systems Engineer
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
Applications close on Wednesday, 4th of March.
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