PhD student position in bearing currents in wind turbines, Chalmers, Sweden

The project begins with a basic study of how bearing currents can occur and its modeling as well as laboratory tests. In addition, measurements are made on-site wind turbines with suspected bearing current problems. Finally will methods be developed to mitgate the currenst in the bearings.

The main task for the PhD student will be to understand the appearance of bearing currents in wind turbines and thus the approaches to eliminate them.

Major responsibilities
Your major responsibilitiy as a PhD student is to pursue your own doctoral education. You are expected to be an independent researcher and to develop your own scientific knowledge and skills and communicate the results of your research orally and in writing. The position comprises theoretical modelling as well as practical experimental parts. The position will normally include 15-20% departmental work, typically as lab assistant and exercise leader of different courses.

You are expected to write a licentiate thesis within 2-2.5 years and defend your doctoral thesis within 5 years.

Position summary
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring research environment in the vibrant city of Gothenburg. We offer a full-time temporary employment with an internationally competitive salary including benefits like paid vacation (about 28 days of vacation per year, depending on age), parental leave, health insurance etc. The position is limited to a maximum of five years.

Qualifications
To be qualified the applicant must have a Master’s degree corresponding to at least 240 higher education credits in Electric Power Engineering, with an emphasis on electric drive systems and power electronics. Good ability to cooperate is a prerequisite together with the ability to focus on issues. Excellent writing and communication skills in English are required. The skill to conduct teaching in Swedish is an advantage

Chalmers continuously strives to be an attractive employer. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20170651 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:

CV:(Please name the document: CV, Family name, Ref. number)
• CV
• Other, for example previous employments or leadership qualifications and positions of trust.
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter:(Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
• 1-3 pages where you introduce yourself and present your qualifications.
• Previous research fields and main research results.
• Future goals and research focus. Are there any specific projects and research issues you are primarily interested in?

Other documents:
• Copies of bachelor and/or master’s thesis.
• Attested copies and transcripts of completed education, grades and other certificates, eg. TOEFL test results.

Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. The files may be compressed (zipped).

Application deadline: 1 February 2018

For questions, please contact:
Prof. Ola Carlson, Electric Power Engineering
Mail: [email protected]
Phone: +46 31 7721637