Postdoc in energy system analysis

We are recruiting for a postdoc position to analyze and understand the difference in wind power deployment. The project will utilize an extensive dataset on location of present wind turbines, in combination with geographical, meteorological and socio-political data. The aim is to better project where, and how densely, future wind power will be installed.

Information about the division and the project
The division of Physical Resource Theory carries out research and education on potential solutions to our major environmental challenges, e.g. global warming and sustainable use of land and other resources. At our division we focus on research in the field of technical and socio-economic systems addressing the challenges involved in the transition to a sustainable and low carbon society for a growing population. We use a range of different quantitative and qualitative methods in our research. The ambition is to build challenge-driven scientific excellence by crossing traditional boundaries and increase the level of multi-disciplinarity in research. The division has around 50 staff members, faculty and PhD-students with diverse expertise, including engineers, natural and social scientists. We also offer courses in areas related to our research.

As a postdoc you will work in a project to get deeper and better insight on what determines the deployment density and location of wind power. The knowledge will help to design more socio-political realistic modelling studies. You will conduct data- and statistical analysis of the present deployment of wind power to better understand where it is possible to obtain social acceptance for deployment of wind energy. You will be part of the energy systems group, which focuses on techno-economic assessment of decarbonized energy systems. The research ranges from analysis of fundamental mechanisms in renewable based energy systems, to policy relevant analyses and method development. The group also aims at including more socio-political aspects in the assessment of future energy systems.

Major responsibilities
As a postdoc you will conduct data and statistical analysis based on a GIS based data- set. The work also includes to analyze results and write papers in collaboration with the energy systems group at Physical Resource Theory.

Around 10 % of the position includes teaching in relevant courses.

Position summary
Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of two years (1+1).

Qualifications
To qualify for the position of postdoc, you must have a doctoral degree in engineering, data science or economics; the degree should generally not be older than three years. Familiarity with data and statistical analysis of large datasets are mandatory. Candidates must have strong, demonstrated research ability, be very comfortable in an interdisciplinary research environment and have excellent English written and spoken communication skills. 

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Our offer to you
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the dynamic city of Gothenburg. 
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Application procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20200461 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:

CV: (Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref. number) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous research fields and main research results
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.

Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. The files may be compressed (zipped).

Application deadline: 19 November, 2020

For questions, please contact:
Associate Professor Fredrik Hedenus
E-mail: hedenus@chalmers.se
Phone: +46-31-7723453

Information about the department
The Department of Space, Earth and Environment contains five divisions, with research and education spanning from global challenges related to sustainability and energy supply to astronomy and space sciences. The department is host to two major infrastructures, Onsala Space Observatory and Chalmers Power Central, and consist of about 250 employees.

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