The CAPeX Academy

The universities participating in CAPeX educate the next #Power2Xperts: the future scientists, engineers and leaders needed for the green transformation.

CAPeX Academy

The 2025 PhD and Postdoc Cohort: Applications Open

Through CAPeX Academy and Fellowship programs, we educate at MSc, PhD, and postdoctoral levels in P2X and digital technologies, aiming to train 100 researchers. This effort supports the green transition and provides skilled professionals to industry and the public sector.

At CAPeX, we value diversity within our applicant pool and encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to submit their applications. We believe that fostering diversity in the research environment enhances creativity and encourages cross-sectoral collaboration, ultimately contributing to the successful execution of excellent research. Through initiatives like the VILLUM FOUNDATION and Novo Nordisk Foundation's Living Labs initiative, we actively foster diversity and strive to improve gender balance. Currently, we are defining the #WomeninCAPeX network, aimed at supporting female talent and leadership in Power2X.

Postdoc cohort call

Each will be employed at one of the Danish partner universities and have a supervisor team consisting of experts from at least two of the university partners. Postdocs at CAPeX have extraordinary access to computing resources, trans-disciplinary international researchers across many disciplines within catalysis, materials and computer sciences, robotics, and other academic areas, as well as courses and events at the center, and meaningful collaboration with industry, the public sector, and the start-up ecosystem. Several the positions are associated with our Fellowship programs with the SUNCAT center at Stanford University, The European solar fuels consortium SUNERGY at Utrecht University, or the Acceleration Consortium (AC) at University of Toronto. Fellowship postdocs are expected to spend 6-12 months at the international partner university.

  • Project title: Postdoc in Pulsed Power Assisted Power Supply for Carbon Dioxide Electrolysis
  • Deadline: 16-03-2025
  • Main Supervisor: Associate Professor Pooya Davari, AAU
  • Fellowship Program: SUNERGY at Utrecht University
  • Expected Start: 01-07-2025
  • Project Description:
    This project focuses on the design and modeling of pulsed power supplies leveraging advanced power electronics technology for plasma generation. It aims to develop innovative solutions in areas such as wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductor-based power supply design, adaptive pulse control, and scalable modular converters. Key challenges include improving efficiency, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and accurate modeling of electric fields using multiphysics approaches.

For more details about the position and to submit your application, please visit the job advertisement on the university’s website: Postdoc in Pulsed Power Assisted Power Supply for Carbon Dioxide Electrolysis - Aalborg University

  • Project title: Postdoc in High Performance Pulsed Power Supplies for Plasma Materials Processing
  • Deadline: 16-03-2025
  • Main Supervisor: Associate Professor Pooya Davari, AAU
  • Fellowship Program: SUNERGY at Utrecht University
  • Expected Start: 01-04-2025
  • Project Description:
    This research project focuses on the design and modeling of pulsed power supplies for plasma generation, utilizing advanced power electronics technology. Key areas of study include wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductor-based resonant and non-resonant power supply designs, energy-efficient systems, and atmospheric plasma techniques such as dielectric barrier discharge, corona discharge, and plasma jets. The project also explores adjustable pulse rise/fall time control, electromagnetic compatibility in power electronics, and multiphysics modeling of electric fields.
    The successful candidate will engage in experimental development, hardware prototyping, and software implementation, requiring a solid background in power electronics and a proven record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant journals. Hands-on experience and a deep understanding of the engineering constraints in this field are essential.
    For more details about the position and to submit your application, please visit the job advertisement on the university’s website: Postdoc in High Performance Pulsed Power Supplies for Plasma Materials Processing - Aalborg Universitet

PhD cohort call

Each student will be employed at one of the Danish partner universities and have a supervisor team consisting of experts from at least two of the university partners. PhD students at CAPeX have extraordinary access to computing resources, trans-disciplinary international researchers across many disciplines within catalysis, materials and computer sciences, robotics, and other academic areas, as well as courses and events at the center, and meaningful collaboration with industry, the public sector, and the start-up ecosystem. Several of the positions are associated with our Fellowship programs with the SUNCAT center at Stanford University, The European solar fuels consortium SUNERGY at Utrecht University, or the Acceleration Consortium (AC) at University of Toronto. Fellowship PhDs are expected to spend a minimum of 6 months at the international partner university.