Assistant Professor in Power Electronics-based Power System

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, AAU Energy, a position as Assistant Professor in power electronics-based power system is open for appointment from March 15, 2026, or soon hereafter. The duration of the position is 2 years.

Your work tasks
The position is offered in relation to the research group Electronic Power Grid "eGrid" and the Assistant Professor will be positioned in the section for Power Electronics System Integration and Materials.

Research areas will be within transient stability analysis of power systems with large penetration of power converter-based resources.
The overall tasks involved in the position are to develop new methodologies and tools for analysis of converter-driven transient stability of transmission system with a high penetration of inverter-based resources.

More specifically the expected activities will cover development of benchmark electromagnetic transient model for inverter-based dominated power system that can capture various types of power oscillations. This benchmark model will serve as the basis for validating the effectiveness of the methodologies/tools developed for small-signal stability analysis. Establish reliable metrics for fast initial stability screening of inverter-based-resources dominated power systems that are enabling identification of operational scenarios with high risk of instability. Establish in-depth scalable black-box based methodologies for small-signal stability analysis for bulk IBR-dominated power system.

Teaching will primarily be in supervising students at mainly master level at AAU Energy department, but also in other departments at the University.

Your competencies
The candidate should have an electrical engineering background with fundamental knowledge on transient stability of inverter-based power systems. The candidate must document knowledge on state-of the art methodologies and tools for assessing transient stability of power systems and small-signal modelling of power converters. Proven experience with dedicated electromagnetic transient tools such as PSCAD is required for the position.

The candidate should be prepared to teach in Danish in the future, as bachelor-level courses are primarily offered in Danish. Skills in Danish will therefore be positively evaluated. If Danish proficiency is not already present, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate an active effort to learn Danish as a second or third language.

Qualification requirements 
Appointment as assistant professor requires academic qualifications at PhD level. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment.

Who we are
AAU Energy is a dynamic and internationally oriented research department at Aalborg University, dedicated to developing clean and sustainable energy systems. Our research spans electrical, thermal, and mechatronic energy technologies, and we work closely with industry and academic partners to address real-world energy challenges.

The department is located in both Aalborg and Esbjerg, and this position is based at the Aalborg campus. AAU Energy employs approximately 300 staff members from diverse national backgrounds, including 25 administrative staff, and regularly hosts 30–40 guest researchers from around the world.

We offer advanced laboratory and workshop facilities, and a collaborative environment that supports innovation, knowledge sharing, and professional development.

Learn more about AAU Energy at www.energy.aau.dk.

How to apply  
Your application must include the following: 

• Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position 
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
• Diplomas (master's degree diploma and PhD diploma) 
• List of publications, with an indication of the attached publications that you wish to be taken into account in the assessment. You may attach a maximum of five publications.
• Documentation of teaching qualifications. Depending on which faculty you are applying for employment, please see guidelines for teaching portfolio at The Faculty of Engineering and Science. If this is not enclosed, the applicant must enclose the reasons for this .
• Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations etc. 
• Additional qualifications in relation to the position 
• References/recommendations 

You can read more about the requirements for your application here.    

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.  

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position. 

Do you have any questions? 
If you have any questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us. 
For professional information, please contact Associate Professor Florin Iov, fi@energy.aau.dk, +4599409266.

Further information 
Read more about our recruitment process here   

The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process here.  

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace. 

Salary and terms of employment  
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish). 

Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (only in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (only in Danish).