Summary
The Faculty of Engineering and Science at Aalborg University (AAU) is offering a PhD stipend within the WindConnect project, aimed at addressing the integration of wind energy into power systems. This position is fully funded by the Marie Skodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) grant and is available from June 1, 2026, for a duration of three years.
PhD Stipend in Large-Signal Modelling and Stability Analysis of Wind Turbine Generators under Grid Faults, Denmark
Designation
PhD Student in Applied Power Electronic Systems
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Wind Energy, Power Systems, Control Engineering |
| Location | Aalborg, Denmark |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s degree in Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Control Theory, or related fields |
| Description | Development of large-signal models and transient stability analysis for wind turbine generators during grid faults |
| Last Date to Apply | April 19, 2026 |
Research Area
The focus of this research will be on:
- Large-signal modelling of Grid-Forming (GFM) wind turbine generators
- Transient stability analysis under grid fault conditions
- Interaction among multiple GFM units in multi-machine systems
Location
Aalborg University, Aalborg Campus, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Control Theory, etc.
- Candidates must not have lived in Denmark more than 12 months in the last 36 months.
- Less than four years of full-time equivalent research experience and no doctoral degree.
Description
The PhD project involves:
- Developing frameworks for large-signal modelling and analysis of GFM wind turbine generators.
- Investigating the dynamics and interactions during severe grid faults.
- Identifying key transient stability mechanisms and deriving reduced-order models without losing essential stability characteristics.
The candidate will work closely with industry partners, particularly Ørsted, and participate in outreach and international secondments.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit the following documents via the Aalborg University recruitment system:
- Application letter detailing motivation and qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Diplomas (bachelor’s and master’s degree)
- Publications (if applicable)
- Project description (3-5 pages) outlining initial thoughts and ideas related to the project
- Any other relevant documents
All documentation should be merged into a single PDF in English.
Last Date to Apply
19 April 2026
For more information, please contact:
- Frede Blaabjerg: +45 9940 9254, fbl@energy.aau.dk
- HR – AAU Energy: hr@energy.aau.dk
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