PhD position in secure operation of power systems at the division of Electricity - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Electrification and digitalisation are among the largest areas for the future in the conversion to sustainable societies. The Department of Electrical Engineering conducts successful research and education in the areas - renewable energy sources, electric vehicles, industrial IoT, 6G communication and wireless sensor networks as well as research and education within Life Science, smart electronic sensors and medical systems. The Department of Electrical Engineering is an international workplace with around 160 employees that all contribute to important technical energy and health challenges at the Ångström Laboratory.

Come and work with us!
The position will be at the Division of Electricity, at the Department of Electrical Engineering. Here you will find a friendly work environment with a large doctoral network and a variety of experimental projects. The Division of Electricity works in collaboration with Swedish companies - public and private - and stakeholders in the different fields of research. We look forward to receiving your application. Join us and build the future with us!

The Department of Electrical Engineering gives a salary supplement to the PhD Students at the department. 

Project description
As a doctoral candidate, you will play an active role in shaping the project together with your supervisors. This provides you with a unique opportunity to influence its direction and focus within the realm of secure operation in the electric power systems. This could involve developing control systems to dynamically adjust the operation and configuration of the electrical system based on changing conditions such as the proportion of renewable production, power flows, weather conditions, and network faults. Another direction could be the utilization of HVDC (High-Voltage Direct Current) interconnectors or other flexible components to more efficiently manage large amounts of renewable production. Flexible components enable faster and more precise control of transmission capacity, as well as better adaptation to changing operational conditions, thereby reducing the risk of overloads and outages. There are many different interesting avenues to explore, and this project is tailored for those who wish to take responsibility and be part of exploring new solutions and innovations to ensure a reliable and secure electricity supply.

The project is carried out in collaboration with other doctoral candidates, researchers, and our funding partners, creating a unique environment for you to acquire new knowledge and exchange ideas in the field of system services. You will be part of both national and international cooperation efforts aimed at creating a better future for generations to come.

Duties

• The main task for you as a doctoral candidate is to focus on your research education, which includes participation in research projects and doctoral courses. The courses correspond to 60 credits (ECTS), and the majority of the courses are elective and can be distributed over the entire duration of your doctoral studies.
• Conduct research within the project on future system services in electric power grids, including aspects related to frequency and voltage control.
• The project involves theoretical work in combination with model development and simulations to validate research results.
• Conduct research within data-driven method for the power system.
• Communicate research findings through scientific articles and presentations at international conferences.
• Your responsibilities may also include involvement in teaching and other institutional tasks, with a maximum allocation of 20% of your working time.

Requirements

• The applicant must hold a master degree in electrical engineering, engineering physics, energy systems engineering, and environmental engineering or similar.
• Security clearance must be possible to conduct to collaborate with security-classified Swedish authorities.
• Good oral and written proficiency in English and Swedish.
• We value your personal qualities, such as good teamwork and communication skills.
• You need to be determined, structured, and analytical, with an eye for problem-solving, and enjoy working towards set goals. We put great importance on your personal attributes. 
  

Additional qualifications

• Knowledge within control engineering, data-driven methods, AI and machine learning.
• Knowledge in areas of electric power grid analysis or renewable energy production.
• Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink or equivalent.

Rules governing PhD students are set out in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5, §§ 1-7 and in Uppsala University's rules and guidelines.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 § 7. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Professor Robert Eriksson, robert.eriksson@uu.se

Please submit your application by April 22th, 2024, UFV-PA 2024/947

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