University Assistant Prae-Doc (all genders)
30 hours/week | limited to 4 years
At the Institute of Mechatronics and Power Electronics, in the Research Unit of Power Electronic Systems TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant (prae-doc) limited to expected 4 years for 30 hours/week (an extension to a full-time position (40 hours/week) from third-party funds of the Institute is possible). Expected start: August 2026.
Tasks:
- Research on the experimental and model-based analysis of traction converter control
- Assistance with teaching duties and exams
- Supervision of students
- Participation in research projects and industry collaborations
- Preparation of a dissertation and high-quality publications
- Participation in academic events
- Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks
Your profile:
- Completion of a relevant master’s or diploma program in electrical engineering
- Konwledge in Artificial Intelligence and Python is preferred
- Knowledge of power electronics with a focus on hardware, electric drives, or control engineering is preferred
- Experience in power electronics circuit design and simulation, as well as electric drives, is preferred
- Excellent German (B2) and English language skills (B2)
- Experience with scientific research
- Interest in research in applied power electronics and in working with students
- Ability to work in a team, problem-solving skills, and innovative thinking.
We offer:
- A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
- Hybrid working style with up to 60% teleworking option
- A range of attractive social benefits (see Benefits)
- Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options
- Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U2/U4 Karlsplatz)
People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.
Entry level salary is determined by the pay grade B1 of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 2,832.10/month gross, 14 times/year for 30 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.
We look forward to receiving your application until July 16th, 2026.
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