Predoctoral Researcher to work on Modelling of Battery Systems for Grid Integration
IMDEA Energy Institute is a María de Maeztu Center of Excellence whose objective is to develop R&D activities in the fields of renewable energies and clean energy technologies by establishing strong links with leading companies in the energy sector. (www.energy.imdea.org).
IMDEA Energy is opening a Predoctoral Researcher Position for the Electrical Systems Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on modelling of battery systems for their application in electricity grid.
Tasks Description:
- R&D in battery modelling for grid applications.
- Development of a holistic model of battery systems.
- Implementation of control algorithms in a Power HIL environment (Smart Energy Integration Lab) for the identification of parameter models and for the model evaluation.
- Dissemination and publication of research results in scientific journals.
Compulsory Requirements:
- Official MSc. degree in Electrical, Electronic or Industrial Engineering, Control Systems or related disciplines.
- Knowledge of Power Engineering, Optimisation Algorithms, Power Electronics, Control Systems and Communication Networks..
Other merits to value:
- Good understanding of System Modelling, Power Networks, Renewable Energy Technologies, IT technologies and Real-Time Control systems.
- At least 1-year experience of working with modelling systems in Matlab and Matlab Simulink and MILP tools.
- Oral and written communication skills in English.
- Adequacy of the candidate's training to the requested profile.
- Work experience related to the profile of the job position.
- Motivation for accomplishing high-quality research.
- Knowledge of English.
- Remuneration: Between 20.000€ – 22.500€ per year, depending upon qualification and expertise.
*The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System.
- Duration of the contract: 1 year, possibility of renewal depending on performance.
IMDEA Energía: Mostoles, Madrid
- Certificates of academic titles
- Msc Official Academic title
- Cover Letter
- Official English Level Certificate
Final decisions will be personally communicated by e-mail to all candidates.