About the opportunity
The Digital and High-Frequency Electronics (DHFE) section at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position in Power Electronics. The role focuses on power management for electronic and computing devices, specifically targeting resource-constrained applications such as autonomous systems, drones, IoT, and energy-harvesting platforms. The successful candidate will contribute to both research and teaching, including developing academic programs and supervising students at the Bachelor and Master’s levels. The position is based at the Odense campus, which offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. The appointment is a 3-year temporary position with a preferred start date of January 1, 2027.
Salary and benefits
- Full-time academic position
- Participation in the Lecturer Training Programme
- Salary determined by collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Opportunity to conduct research in a growing, interdisciplinary academic environment
Who can apply?
- PhD in Power Electronics, Electronics, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated potential for teaching at the university level
- Research expertise in high-frequency power converters, converter control, and power management
- Strong track record for research fundraising
Required documents
- Motivation letter (max 2 pages)
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Research plan
- List of funded projects
- Teaching Portfolio
- Master’s and PhD degree certificates (with official English translations)
- List of publications with relevant works highlighted
- Copies of most relevant publications
- Contact information for up to three references
When to apply
- Application deadline: November 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM (CET/CEST)
How to apply
- Prepare all documents in English and PDF format
- Ensure all PDF files are unlocked and not password protected
- Cross out CPR numbers from all documents
- Upload motivation letter under 'Cover letter' (max 5 MB)
- Upload CV under 'Resume' (max 5 MB)
- Upload all other documents under 'Miscellaneous documents' (max 10 files, 50 MB each)
Additional information
- The position is subject to a background check due to the nature of research in critical technologies
- The university encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of personal background
- Shortlisting may be applied during the assessment process
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Researchers with a specialized background in high-frequency power conversion and power management for embedded systems
- Academics with a proven ability to secure external research funding
- Educators experienced in teaching electrical engineering at the undergraduate and graduate levels
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is a fixed-term 3-year contract, which requires planning for subsequent career steps
- Applicants must be prepared to relocate to Odense, Denmark, if not already based there
- The role involves a significant teaching load alongside research and fundraising responsibilities
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is an excellent opportunity for early-career researchers to establish an independent research agenda within a well-supported academic section. It provides a platform to bridge the gap between theoretical power electronics and practical system-level applications, while also building a robust teaching portfolio in a reputable European university.
Our take
This role is highly suitable for PhD holders in power electronics who are eager to combine research leadership with teaching. It is less suitable for those seeking permanent tenure-track positions immediately, as this is a 3-year temporary appointment.
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