The Department of Wind Energy at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU Wind Energy) is seeking a Postdoc or Researcher for the Wind Energy Systems Section (WES).
Our research is function oriented in the sense that we direct the research towards issues that are relevant for industrial development and applications, and we work in projects with system integration, control concepts for wind turbines, wind power plants, electrical components, grid connection and large-scale wind energy penetration. You will be part of the international team carrying out research in Wind Energy Systems, where the working language is English.
Please look at vindenergi.dtu.dk for more details on the type of activities we undertake.
Job profile
The candidate will contribute to the development of models for wind power in power system simulation tools. The work will be part of a European project on security of future power systems, challenged by large scale renewable energy and increased cross boarder trading of power. This project is conducted by European transmission system operators (TSOs) in cooperation with selected European universities and other partners. DTU Wind Energy has more than 10 years experience with dynamic modelling of wind power in power systems, and the candidate will work in a team with experience in development, implementation and standardisation in the area.
The purpose of the job is to develop and validate aggregated models of wind power and other renewables for pan-European power system stability studies. This includes the following items:
- Steady state and dynamic modelling and control of wind power plants and other renewable generation
- Aggregated models of wind turbines in large onshore and offshore wind power plants (wind farms)
- Aggregated models of wind turbines and other renewable generation in distribution networks
- Validation of the above models, including aggregation approaches
Qualifications
- Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent in Power System or Electrical Engineering
- Background in power system and / or wind power technology and control
- Experience with one or more dedicated power system simulations tool such as Power Factory, Eurostag or PSS/E
- Ability to work independently towards the research goals
- Fluency in communicating, reading and writing English
Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to
- scientific production and research potential at international level
- innovative skills and the ability to generate new ideas
- the ability to communicate at all levels such as the provision of scientific advice to public sector authorities
- an all-round experience basis, preferably including international experience
- the ability to contribute to development of the department’s internal and external cooperation
We offer
We offer a challenging career with the possibility to play an active role in the development of wind power in one of the largest wind energy research centres worldwide. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.
Terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The period of employment is 3 years. The place of work will be DTU Wind Energy, Risø Campus at Roskilde.
The Wind Energy Systems Section is an international workplace, and the daily working language will be English.
Further information
You are welcome to contact Head of Section, Jens Carsten Hansen, +45 46775074 or Professor Poul Sørensen, +45 2136 2766.
Application
We must have your online application by 31 July 2012. Please open the “apply online” and fill in the application form and attach your application, CV and a list of publications.
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
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