JOB DESCRIPTION
For the Technology Assessment Group of the Laboratory for Energy Systems Analysis we are looking for a PhD Student in risk assessment with focus on dam failures
Your tasks
- Conducting research on hydropower risks within the NRP70 “Risk Governance” project
- Specific tasks for the PhD work include (1) update of PSI’s accident database ENSAD with focus on hydropower, (2) probabilistic analysis of accident risk for hydropower and (3) case studies for selected dams and failure scenarios
- Methodological developments within the field of risk assessment
- Contributions to other risk assessment activities within the SCCER Supply of Electricity project
Application
Please submit your application online via the "Apply through website"button (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD Student (index no. 4501-00).
For further information please contact Dr Peter Burgherr, phone +41 56 310 26 49 or Dr Matteo Spada, phone +41 56 310 56 90.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
You hold a Master degree in environmental or engineering sciences, physics or related areas. Basic skills in risk assessment are required. You should be familiar with energy technologies and in particularly hydropower, geographic information systems, programming (e.g. Phyton) and interested in risk governance and energy policy. Knowledge of database management and programming, modelling and advanced statistical techniques (e.g. Bayesian methods, multivariate techniques) would be an asset. Good writing and communication skills in English are required. You are actively pursuing your research and interested in publishing and presenting your results in scientific journals and at conferences.
ABOUT THE EMPLOYER
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research centre for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of matter and materials, energy and environment and human health. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether PSI employs 1900 people.
We offer
Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.