The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Trondheim represents academic eminence in technology and the natural sciences as well as in other academic disciplines ranging from the social sciences, the arts, medicine, teacher education, architecture to fine art. Cross-disciplinary cooperation results in innovative breakthroughs and creative solutions with far-reaching social and economic impact.
The Faculty of Information Technology, Mathematics and Electrical Engineering, www.ntnu.edu/ime at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) has a vacancy for a 100% position as a Research fellow at Department of Electric Power Engineering www.ntnu.edu/elkraft
Information about the department
Currently there are 11 professors and 2 associate professors at the department. In addition there are 6 adjunct associate professors, 4 postdoctoral researchers, approx. 40 active PhD students, and 15 technical/administrative staff. Research activities are organized into three groups; Energy conversion, Electric power technology and Power systems.
The department has a wide range of teaching responsibilities, ranging from fundamental education in electric power engineering for other engineering students, Master’s programs in Energy and Environment, International MSc programs within Electric Power Engineering and Wind Energy, as well as PhD education and continuing education.
Work description
The PhD candidate will work on the optimized exploitation of different offshore renewable energy resources for a more efficient power generation for offshore installations. The study will explore the potential of marine energies such as offshore wind, wave, solar and tidal energy, to complement each other, potentially supported by storage means. The goal is to offer a sustainable energy mix to power offshore platforms, without negative effects (due to the source variability) on the stability and operation of the offshore electrical grid to which they are interconnected.
The project will investigate the advantages of sharing and interlinking the offshore electrical infrastructures for renewable energy integration, focusing on the optimal design and operation of the offshore electric installation connecting multiple users.
The interconnection of the offshore generating installation to the onshore power system will be also analyzed to quantify the potential benefit of exporting renewable energy onshore under the constraints imposed by required grid code-compliance and transmission system efficiency.
Applicants who do not master a Scandinavian language must provide evidence of good English language skills, written and spoken. The following tests can be used as such documentation: TOEFL, IELTS and Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English.
(CPE). Minimum scores are:
TOEFL: 600 (paper-based test), 92 (Internet-based test)
IELTS: 6.5, with no section lower than 5.5 (only Academic IELTS test accepted)
CAE/CPE: grade B or A.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) within electrical engineering and have a good background in power electronics and power systems. Previous experience with offshore energy systems will be considered an advantage.
High motivation and good analytical and communication skills will be emphasized in the employment process.
Appointments are made in accordance with the regulations in force regarding terms of employment for PhD candidates issued by the Ministry of Education and Research, with relevant parts of the additional guidelines for appointment as a PhD candidate at NTNU. Applicants must undertake to participate in an organized PhD programme of study during their period of employment. The person who is appointed must comply with the conditions that apply at any time to employees in the public sector. In addition, a contract will be signed regarding the period of employment.
Applicants must be qualified for admission as PhD students at NTNU. See www.ime.ntnu.no/forskning/phd for information about PhD studies at NTNU. Applicants are required to submit a one-page research proposal within the proposed research area..
High motivation and good analytical and communication skills will be emphasized in the employment process.
We can offer
- an informal and friendly workplace with dedicated colleagues
- academic challenges
- attractive schemes for home loans, insurance and pensions in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
Further information can be obtained from:
Prof. Elisabetta Tedeschi (email: elisabetta.tedeschi@ntnu.no)
Salary conditions
The position is in code 1017 Research fellow, salary grade 50–62 in the Norwegian State salary scale, gross NOK 429 400 – 528 500 per year, depending on qualifications. A deduction of 2% is made as a statutory contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
General
The appointment is subject to the conditions in effect at any time for employees in the public sector.
As far as possible, the State workforce should reflect the diversity of the population. Goals of our personnel policy therefore include a balanced distribution in terms of age and gender as well as recruitment of people of immigrant background. NTNU wants to increase the proportion of women in its scientific posts. Women are encouraged to apply.
Under Section 25 of the Freedom of Information Act, information about the applicant may be made public even if the applicant has requested not to have his or her name entered on the list of applicants.
The application with a CV and certified copies of diplomas and certificates must be sent electronically via this page with information about education, scientific experience including a list of relevant publications (including a brief description of your contribution if this is not obvious) and other relevant work experience (all in one combined PDF file). Mark the application IME-043-2014.
Deadline for applications: 14.11.2014