Research Associate in Power Electronics in Manchester

The School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications is seeking a Research Associate to join a research team advancing the modelling, control, and real‑time validation of power‑electronics‑dominated power systems. This role supports the ARC Discovery Project “Making weak power grids work: Models, controls, and interactions”, contributing to cutting‑edge research on DER integration, weak‑grid behaviour, and advanced converter control.

Working under the supervision of Dr Georgios Konstantinou at the Real‑time Simulations Laboratory and in collaboration with leading academics across UNSW and Swinburne University, you will develop and experimentally validate innovative control and modelling approaches, support real‑time hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing, and help mentor HDR and thesis students. The goal of the project is to deliver impactful research that strengthens the stability and performance of next‑generation power systems.

This Job is based in Australia. Salary (Level A) – AUD $113,911 to $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation. Full time Fixed-term contract – 2 years. Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia.

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The UNSW School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications is one of the largest and most prestigious schools of its kind in Australia. In the last 70 years, our school has grown from a purely teaching institution to one that has made important contributions to the development of electrical engineering in Australia and globally. The School is prominent within the Faculty of Engineering, currently with over 1500 students and 43 academic staff, with an operating budget of around $18 million.

Skills & Experience:

• A PhD in Power Electronics and Power Engineering, and/or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated track record of high‑quality publications and conference presentations relative to the opportunity.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high‑quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

Pre‑Employment Checks:

• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender‑Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks.
• Medical Checks and Assessments

To Apply: Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application. Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact: For role‑specific inquiries, please contact Assoc. Prof. Georgios Konstantinou E: g.konstantinou@unsw.edu.au. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Eugene Aves (Talent Acquisition Partner) E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au.

Applications close 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Friday 10 April 2026.

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