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Postdoctoral researcher to work on modelling of battery systems for grid integration

Fundacion IMDEA Energia The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers
20 Mar 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
Fundacion IMDEA Energia
Research Field
Engineering » Electronic engineering
Physics » Applied physics
Engineering » Industrial engineering
Engineering » Control engineering
Physics
Engineering
Mathematics » Applied mathematics
Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country
Spain
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

MDEA 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 Position between the Electrical Systems and Electrochemical Processes Unit to work on modelling of battery systems for their application in electricity Grid

The requirements are as follows:

Tasks Description:

  • R&D in battery modelling for grid applications.
  • Development of a holistic model of battery systems.
  • Implementation and proof of concept studies in laboratory environment for battery modelling.
  • Participation in national and international research projects related with battery Grid Integration.
  • Dissemination and publication of research results in scientific journals.

Requirements

Research Field
Engineering » Control engineering
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Physics » Applied physics
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Engineering » Electronic engineering
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Mathematics » Applied mathematics
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Engineering
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Specific Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

Compulsory Requirements

  • PhD. Title in Electronic or Industrial Engineering, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, Physical Chemistry or related disciplines.

Other merits to value:

  • Solid background in Battery Modelling, Power Electronics, Control Systems and Communication Networks.
  • 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 Python, Matlab (and Matlab Simulink) and MILP tools.
  • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Additional Information

Benefits

CONDITIONS

  • Remuneration: Between 38.000 € – 41.000€ 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: Until the end of the project, with the possibility of extension.
Eligibility 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.
Additional comments

WORKPLACE

IMDEA Energía: Móstoles, Madrid.

DOCUMENTS

  • PhD Certificate
  • Motivation Letter

    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.

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    Work Location(s)

    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    Fundación IMDEA Energía
    Country
    Spain
    State/Province
    Madrid
    City
    Móstoles
    Postal Code
    28935
    Street
    Av. Ramón de la Sagra 3, Parque Tecnológico de Móstoles

    Contact

    State/Province
    Madrid
    City
    Móstoles
    Website
    Street
    Av. Ramón de la Sagra 3, Parque Tecnológico de Móstoles
    Postal Code
    28935
    E-Mail
    empleo.energia@imdea.org