Pavel Freundlich, Ph.D.
About Pavel Freundlich, Ph.D.
Pavel Freundlich, Ph.D., serves as the Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of the Power Solutions Group at onsemi in Scottsdale, Arizona. He has extensive experience in technology development and international team management, with a background in materials science and solid-state physics.
Current Role at Onsemi
Pavel Freundlich serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Vice President of the Power Solutions Group at onsemi. He has held this position since 2022, working from the company's office in Scottsdale, Arizona. In this role, he leads technology development initiatives, particularly in silicon carbide (SiC) crystal growth and wafering. His responsibilities also include overseeing the modeling and simulations of power devices, packages, and modules, contributing to the advancement of power solutions within the organization.
Previous Experience at Onsemi
Prior to his current role, Pavel Freundlich held several positions at onsemi. He was the CTO and Senior Director of the Power Solutions Group from 2021 to 2022, and before that, he served as Senior Director of Corporate Research and Development from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at onsemi has spanned multiple years, during which he has contributed to various research and development projects focused on power solutions.
Academic Background and Education
Pavel Freundlich has a strong academic background in science and business. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science from VSB - Technical University of Ostrava from 1995 to 1998. He also holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Solid State Physics from Masaryk University Brno, completed from 1990 to 1995. Additionally, he achieved an Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Brno University of Technology between 2010 and 2012.
Research Experience
Before joining onsemi, Pavel Freundlich worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at The University of British Columbia from 2001 to 2002. He also served as a Research Assistant at VSB - Technical University of Ostrava from 1999 to 2003. His research experience has contributed to his expertise in materials science and technology development.
International Team Management
Pavel Freundlich manages international teams across various countries, including Korea, Japan, Germany, Sweden, Belgium, Czech Republic, and Slovakia. His leadership in managing diverse teams supports the global initiatives of onsemi, fostering collaboration and innovation in power solutions.