Postdoc in Battery Energy Storage: Join our innovative team at TU Delft in developing zero-emission synthetic inertia using Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to stabilize future power grids. This position offers a unique opportunity to address both technical and economic challenges associated with synthetic inertia while contributing to sustainable energy solutions.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Power Systems and Stability
- Grid Integration and Control Strategies
Location:
Delft, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Essential Requirements:
- Completed a PhD in a highly quantitative discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Power Electronics, Power Systems, or Battery Degradation).
- Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary research particularly at the interface of battery degradation, converter control, and grid stability.
- Strong knowledge of power converter control and power system stability.
- Independent, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
- Desirable Qualifications:
- Knowledge of grid forming and synthetic inertia.
- Experience with EMTP (Electromagnetic Transients Program) and HIL (Hardware-in-the-loop) simulation.
- Familiarity with machine learning techniques.
Job Description:
The successful postdoctoral candidate will engage in the BATT-AI project, focusing on:
- Quantification of synthetic inertia and system response.
- Modeling and optimization of battery control strategies for inertia provision.
- Assessment of battery degradation and lifecycle costs related to synthetic inertia services.
- Integration of synthetic inertia into market mechanisms and grid codes.
The role includes leadership in research integration, coordination, joint publications, system modeling, and stakeholder engagement, collaborating with various industry partners in the energy sector.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting the following documents to Dr. Zian Qin via the application button on the TU Delft website:
- CV
- Motivational letter
Last Date for Apply:
Applications are accepted until 29 June 2025 at 23:59 CET. Promising candidates will be screened and may be contacted before the closing date.
