Postdoctoral Research Associate
Brookhaven National Laboratory
About the Role
The Interdisciplinary Science (IS) Department at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to perform research in the area of electric power grids. This is a one-year appointment with an opportunity for a one-year renewal.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform cyber-physical system modeling and simulation for the power grid.
- Perform research on power system dynamics and control under high inverter-based resources (IBRs).
- Develop and apply artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) techniques for power system planning, operation, control, and cybersecurity.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Math, or other related fields with a broad knowledge of electric power systems.
- Experience with cyber-power system modeling, simulation, and dynamics.
- Experience with Python and/or MATLAB programming.
- A strong background in AI/ML applications in the power grid.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Willingness to take direction and ability to work with others as part of a project team.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Experience with cybersecurity of energy systems and commonly used tools such as OPAL-RT/RTDS, PSS/E, PSCAD, EXata.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity of industrial control systems and/or quantum computing.
Additional Information
- Candidates must have received a Ph.D. by the commencement of employment.
- BNL policy requires that after obtaining a PhD, eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post-doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life-changing events.
- Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Uncleared Personal Identity Verification (UPIV) credential.