Postdoctoral Researcher Position to work on Energy Management Systems for Future Power Networks


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).

Description

IMDEA Energy is opening a Postdoctoral Researcher Position for the Electrical Systems Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on developing Energy Management Systems for Future Power Networks. 

Task Description:

  • R&D in energy management algorithms for distribution networks and energy systems.
  • R&D in integration of renewable and energy storage technologies.
  • Participation in national and international research projects in SmartGrids related topics.
  • Development and validation of management algorithms in a laboratory environment.
  • Dissemination and publication of research results in scientific journals.
  • Supervision of doctoral researchers.
Requirements

Compulsory Requirements:

  • Ph.D. degree in Electrical, Electronic or Control Systems Engineering, or Applied physics or mathematics.
  • Solid background in Power Engineering, Power Systems Economics, Optimisation Techniques.
  • Proven track record in publishing research results.
  • Oral and written communication skills in English.

Merits to value:

  • Experienced in national and international projects.
  • Good understanding of Power Electronics, Distributed Generation, Renewable and Energy Storage Technologies, Signal Processing, Machine Learning and Real-Time Control Systems.
  • Good knowledge of DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Matlab, SimPowerSystems and other energy systems modelling tools.
Selection Criteria
  • Adequacy of the candidate's training to the requested profile.
  • Work experience related to the profile of the job position.
  • Knowledge of English.
  • Motivation for accomplishing high-quality research.
Conditions

Remuneration: Between 35.500€ – 38.000€ 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 annual renewals depending on performance.

Workplace

IMDEA Energía: Móstoles, Madrid.

Documents

Final decisions will be personally communicated by e-mail to all candidates.

 

Equal opportunities are guaranteed in the selection process, without any forms of discrimination. Female  applicants are encouraged to apply to favor parity in employment.
IMDEA Energy commitment is to guarantee equality in measures to balance personal, family and working life and to promote gender equality.