Postdoctoral Appointee: Researcher (Power System Dynamics and Control)

Argonne National Laboratory

Lemont, USA

Job posting number: #7275909 (Ref:418861)

Posted: August 28, 2024

Job Description

Center for Energy, Environmental, and Economic Systems Analysis (CEEESA) works on innovative research to enhance the resilience, efficiency, and sustainability of power grid. Advanced optimization technologies are revolutionizing the way power grid is operated and planned. CEEESA is seeking talented and motivated researchers to enhance its capability in solving energy challenges using optimization technologies.

The postdoctoral researcher will work with a team of researchers on solving challenging problems using simulation in energy sector. The postdoctoral researcher will perform theoretical study and algorithm development on simulation/control methods and authorize peer-reviewed journal/conference publications; he/she will develop simulation/control packages and help disseminate research results to academic and industry community; the successful candidate will draft research proposals and apply funding from federal agencies (e.g., the Department of Energy and National Science Foundation).

Position Requirements

The successful candidate should have a solid background in power system dynamics and control, a track records of publications in mathematical optimization journals, a highly skilled implementation capability.

  • A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or other relevant domains.

  • Knowledge in dynamic systems, differential algebraic equation systems.

  • Knowledge and independent research capability in control and system theories, computational algorithms with track records of publications.

  • Proficient in implementing control and optimization algorithms with mainstream programming languages such as Julia, Python, Java, C/C++, etc.

  • Proficiency in writing scientific research articles and presenting results at academic conferences.

  • Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.

  • Ability to make our laboratory a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment where all can thrive.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge and independent research capability in power system dynamic model and simulation, with track records of publications.

Job Family

Postdoctoral Family

Job Profile

Postdoctoral Appointee

Worker Type

Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

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Job posting number:#7275909 (Ref:418861)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne,Illinois
United States
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