Postdoctoral Appointee - Power Systems and Renewable Integration Researcher
Argonne National Laboratory
Lemont, IL
Job posting number: #7112388 (Ref:414137)
Posted: September 22, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Argonne’s Energy Systems and Infrastructure Analysis Division (ESIA) has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to support the development of technologies and solutions for the integration of distributed energy resources (DER) and renewables into the power grid.
Perform modeling and analysis of large-scale distribution systems with DERs including EVs.
Develop distribution system state estimation algorithms and advanced DMS applications such as VVO, FLISR and network constraint management
Develop algorithms for the operation and optimization of microgrids and DERMS.
Develop solutions for aggregated DERs to support grid services and market participation
Develop cyber security solutions for DER integrated power grid and perform grid vulnerability and impact assessment under various cyber-attacks.
Support multidisciplinary teams in developing solutions and technologies to address complex problems in the domains of energy systems and the power grid.
Give seminars and prepare journal articles, technical reports, and presentations for conferences and workshops describing research areas and results of R&D efforts.
Support program development and client acquisition activities including the preparation of proposals, development of marketing materials, and participating in sponsor interactions.
Position Requirements
Ph.D. in related engineering or science field +0-1 years.
Knowledge of power grid operation, modeling, and simulation.
Knowledge of one or more of the programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) and simulation tools (e.g., OpenDSS, PSCAD, Opal-RT, RTDS, Simulink, LabView).
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Experience in academic writing and publication.
Ability to work on the tasks independently with little guidance.
A successful candidate must have the ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
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