Postdoc in Advanced Control and Optimization for Complex Energy Systems (2024-224-05971)

Postdoc in Advanced Control and Optimization for Complex Energy Systems (2024-224-05971)

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, AAU Energy, a position as Postdoc in Advanced Control and Optimization for Complex Energy Systems is open for appointment for 30 months, from 1 February 2025 to 31 July 2027 or soon hereafter.

Jobbeskrivelse
Aalborg University contributes to the knowledge building of the global society as well as the development of prosperity, welfare and culture of Danish society. This is accomplished through research, research-based
education, public sector services and knowledge collaboration. Aalborg University educates students for the future and activities are based on a dynamic and transformative collaboration with the surrounding
community.

AAU Energy is a dynamic engineering research department in continuous growth and inspiring surroundings. AAU Energy has a very international environment and covers all areas of clean and sustainable energy
systems of the future within electrical, thermal and mechatronic energy technology. AAU Energy has campuses in both Aalborg and Esbjerg, this position is located in Aalborg.

The mission is to be world leading in both research and research-based education of the energy engineers of the future. AAU Energy has approx. 300 employees of many nationalities, of which 25 are administrative staff. In addition, AAU Energy constantly has approx. 50-70 guest researchers from around the world.

Research and teaching are in the absolute world elite in the field of energy, and we have extensive and leading workshop and laboratory facilities, where research and innovation are carried out in direct collaboration with industry to a great extent.

The position is offered in relation to the research program"Intelligent Energy Systems and Flexible Markets" and the Postdoc will be positioned to the section for Applied Power Electronic Systems.

Research areas will be related to developing advanced models and tools for real-time control and operation management of complex energy systems as well as market-oriented approaches for system dispatching and
planning. Successful candidate must have experience and competences in the following areas:

• Control and operation management of complex energy systems
• Market designs and frameworks for integrated energy systems
• Real-time simulations(use of OPAL-RT or alike) for power and energy systems
• Rapid prototyping and Hardware-in-the-Loop(HiL) testing

Candidate is also expected to be experienced with quantitative analysis and operational research methods in power and energy systems. Expertise in in Python or Java programming, particularly for interfacing with engineering software such as DigSilent PowerFactory, as well as knowledge in database management(data cleaning, visualization, and analysis tools), is an advantage. Some teaching activities within the research area and collaboration with our team for translating research ideas into project proposals, may be expected.English proficiency at CEFR C1(IELTS 6.5) or above is highly recommended.

You may obtain further professional information from Associate Professor Amjad Anvari-Moghaddam, Phone:+45 93562062, E-mail:[email protected].
Qualification requirements:
Appointment as Postdoc presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD–level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment. Appointment as a Postdoc cannot exceed a period of four years in total at Aalborg University.

The application must contain the following:

• A motivated text wherein the reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position are stated.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Copies of relevant diplomas(Master of Science and PhD). On request you could be asked for an official English translation.
• Scientific qualifications. A complete list of publications must be attached with an indication of the works the applicant wishes to be considered. You may attach up to 5 publications.
• Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations and the like.
• Additional qualifications in relation to the position. References/recommendations.
• Personal data.

The applications are only to be submitted online by using the"Apply online" button below.

Shortlisting will be applied. After the review of any objections regarding the assessment committee, the head of department, with assistance from the chair of the assessment committee, selects the candidates to be assessed. All applicants will be informed as to whether they will advance to assessment or not.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

For further information concerning the application procedure, please contact the HR-Servicecentre EST by [email protected]. Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force and procedures can be seenhere.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
Employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities(the Appointment Order) and the Ministry of Finance's current Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement for state-employed academics.

Ansøgningsfrist
2024-07-15

Ref. nummer
2024-224-05971

Afdeling
AAU Energy