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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Electronic and Electrical Engineering

1 month ago

Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time
About the Role

The Department of Engineering at Durham University is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team. As a key member of our research group, you will be responsible for conducting high-quality academic research in the field of AI and smart grids.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:
  • Conduct research in AI and smart grids, with a focus on developing innovative methods and tools for facilitating virtual power plants in smart grids.
  • Support Professor Hongjian Sun in coordinating dissemination activities and engaging with academic, postdoctoral research, and technical support colleagues, as well as students, within and external to the Department.
  • Proactively engage with industry partners, academic institutions, and government organizations to ensure that activities are undertaken to an appropriate standard.
  • Contribute to the advancement of the project through the development of their own research ideas and adaptation and development of research protocols.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
  • A good first degree in Electrical Engineering, Math, Built Environment, or Computer Science.
  • A PhD (or be close to submission) in Electrical Engineering, Math, Built Environment, or Computer Science or a related subject.
  • Experience in conducting high-quality academic research and demonstrable ability to write material of a quality commensurate with publication in highly-ranked journals.
  • Demonstrable ability to present research papers at international conferences and communicate complex information to specialists and within the wider academic community.
  • Experience in AI, virtual power plant, smart grid, or climate change impact analysis.

What We Offer

As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:
  • A competitive salary.
  • 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year.
  • The University closes between Christmas and New Year.
  • A generous pension scheme.
  • No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered.
  • There is a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally.
  • Lots of support for health and wellbeing.
  • On site nursery is available and children's clubs in the summer holidays.
  • Family friendly policies.
  • The opportunity to take part in staff volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community.
  • Discounts are available via our benefits portal.
  • A salary sacrifice scheme is also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits.

About Durham University

Durham University is a world-class research-intensive university with a long history of academic excellence. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and strive to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our workforce, including people with disabilities, women, and black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities.