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Senior Lead Researcher - Power Electronics for Mobile Applications

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AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH

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  • Level
    Lead
  • Job Field
    Project, Embedded
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment
  • Salary
    from 72.114 € Gross/Year
  • Location
    Vienna
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite

    • Job Summary

    In this position, you will develop research projects in power electronics for mobile applications and lead interdisciplinary teams to implement innovative solutions in areas such as EV, shipping, and aerospace.

    Your role in the team

    • You will develop and manage a strong research portfolio, as well as acquire and lead national and international research and innovation projects, including Horizon Europe, the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP), and other national funding programmes.
    • As part of our leadership team of the Competence Unit 'Power and Renewable Gas Systems', you will work closely with the Head of Competence Unit, Business Managers and other Senior Lead Researchers to define the strategic direction of your expertise area, ensuring alignment with the unit’s strategy and enhancing the economic potential of research results and solutions.
    • As a scientific leader and central coordinator, you will guide interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, impactful research outcomes.
    • You will coordinate the development and the scientific advances in mobile power electronics for EV, ship, and aerospace applications.
    • You will identify and integrate emerging scientific and technological trends into your research roadmap and support the alignment of team activities with these trends.
    • You will mentor junior researchers and support their personal development.
    • You will benefit from a strong European network – you will work closely with stakeholders, including OEMs, automotive companies, semiconductor manufacturers, and public institutions, serving as a central contact point.
    • You will maintain and expand collaborations with academic partners to integrate scientific excellence into applied research and drive joint innovation initiatives.
    • You will strengthen AIT’s scientific visibility through publications in high-impact journals, presentations at international conferences, and participation in expert groups – your work will be visible and recognized.

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    Our expectations of you

    Qualifications

    • Abgeschlossenes technisches Studium (Master, PhD. wird als Plus angesehen) im Bereich Elektrotechnik, Leistungselektronik oder ähnliches.
    • Solid understanding of power electronics hardware, software and control concepts with a focus on mobile applications (EV, ship, aerospace).
    • Recognised expertise in a relevant scientific field, demonstrated through publications, project leadership, or successful acquisition of research and customer projects.
    • Proven ability to lead and manage national and international research projects, ensuring high scientific standards and practical application.
    • Skilled in coordinating interdisciplinary teams, aligning contributions, and fostering collaboration across research and industry partners.
    • High level of initiative, commitment, and the ability to work independently while integrating knowledge across domains.
    • Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written), with active engagement in scientific dissemination.

    Experience

    • Strong experience with conceptualisation, simulation, modelling of power electronics (experience in HiL methods is a plus).
    • Experience in personnel development, including mentoring, recognising potential, and conducting development talks in coordination with management.

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    • Location Vienna

      Giefinggasse 4

      1210 Wien

      Austria

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    AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH

    AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH

    Wien, Klagenfurt, Graz, Hall In Tirol, Dornbirn, Seibersdorf, Steyr-Gleink, Wien, Braunau Am Inn - Ranshofen, Wien, Tulln

    The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology is Austria's largest research institute and is considered a specialist in central infrastructure issues for the future, Europe-wide.

    Description

  • Company Size
    250+ Employees
  • Founding year
    2007
  • Language
    German, English
  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Science, Research

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    Senior Lead Researcher - Power Electronics for Mobile Applications

    AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH
    Salary
    from 72.114 € Gross/Year
    Location
    Vienna
    Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
    Diversity
    Open for all genders

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