Doctoral Researcher in Smart Energy System Modelling
Join an interdisciplinary team to develop data-driven energy system models for a sustainable, low-carbon future.
Best for:Best for candidates with a strong background in quantitative methods, numerical optimization, and a passion for energy policy and sustainability.
Overview
The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is seeking a doctoral researcher to join the FINATRAX research group. The successful candidate will work on the Data-Driven Energy Transition (D2ET) project, focusing on designing and implementing advanced energy system models. This role involves utilizing stochastic optimization to develop renewable energy scenarios, conducting policy analysis, and contributing to a digital platform for energy transition planning. The position offers a collaborative environment with strong ties to industrial and political stakeholders in Luxembourg.
What you'll do
- Design and implement cutting-edge international energy system models.
- Develop innovative renewable energy system modelling approaches using stochastic optimization.
- Create and evaluate scenarios for the energy transition in Luxembourg.
- Conduct comprehensive policy analyses and technology evaluations.
- Publish research findings in leading international academic journals.
- Collaborate with industrial and political stakeholders to support decision-making.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in Energy Policy, Energy Economics, Information Systems, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: B2-level proficiency in the language of the thesis.
Instruction: English
- Strong knowledge of quantitative or computational research methods.
- Experience with numerical optimization and simulation models.
- Proficiency in Python programming.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applications must be submitted formally through the university's online HR portal. Please include a detailed cover letter addressing your motivation for the doctoral program and your vision for electricity markets, a full CV, and academic transcripts.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Bachelor's transcript
- Master's transcript
Contact
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