Student Research Assistant - Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering

Competition Number:
38S25
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering
Position:
Student Research Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 35 hours per week
Salary:

$16.00 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

June 9, 2025 – August 15, 2025

A student research assistant position (up to 35 hr/wk) is available for an undergraduate engineering student to work with Dr. Gaoliang Fang in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering on switched reluctance electric drive system. The student will work with Dr. Fang to perform simulation and analysis on switched reluctance electric drive system under limited sensor feedback information scenario.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

  • The student will study fundamentals of switched reluctance machines (SRMs) and perform analysis on inverters used for SRMs
  • The student will implement the simulation of current reconstruction schemes and perform analysis on the simulated results
  • The student will prepare written and verbal research communications on a weekly basis

QUALIFICATIONS:
 

  • Good academic record and a strong work ethic
  • Ability to work in a team and independently
  • Proficiency in interpersonal and written communication is required
  • Experience in Sustainable Engineering is required
  • Completed ENGN 2810 at UPEI, with a final grade of 80 or better

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

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