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Tampere University is one of the most multidisciplinary universities in Finland. We are building a new model for higher education and research in F...
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NB. The position requires Finnish language skills.
The Doctoral School of Industry Innovations (DSII) at Tampere University (TAU) explores research questions that are directly relevant to industry and business. Tampere University hires a Doctoral Researcher to complete a four-year dissertation project under the joint supervision of a university professor and a company representative.
DSII offers Doctoral Researchers a unique opportunity to undertake dissertation research, gain a thorough understanding of product development, tackle real-world business challenges and expand their professional networks.
The partner company for this position is Tampereen Energia Sähköverkko Oy (TAES, www.tampereensahkoverkko.fi). TAES is a distribution system operator in Tampere area. TAES has 4 100 kilometers of electricity grids and over 172 000 measuring points. TAES operate, build, and maintain the electricity grid in co-operation with its partner companies. As a distribution system operator, TAES is responsible of safe and reliable electricity distribution in its area of responsibility. Thus, it is vital for TAES to gain reliable information about the effects of the ongoing energy transition on the operation of distribution grids.
The position is situated in The Electrical Engineering unit at the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences.
Job description
The purpose of the job is to create new knowledge for academia and industry in the field of electrical energy engineering and smart grids.
The objective of the research is to find out what kind of requirements the ongoing energy transition imposes on distribution grids and how the grids should be planned and controlled to render large-scale grid integration of distributed energy resources (DER). The research aims to develop novel methods and guidelines for enabling large-scale integration of DERs in distribution grids in a technologically and economically feasible way while securing safe and reliable operation of the grids. The research aims to investigate potential of various ways to avoid grids investments by control and regulation including different consumption and production flexibility services.
The position of a Doctoral Researcher offers you an opportunity to concentrate on your doctoral studies while receiving high-quality supervision and encouragement to develop your ideas within an innovative and multidisciplinary research environment with industry. The doctoral research focuses on the effects of large-scale penetration of DERs on distribution grids. Operation of distribution feeders and grids will be simulated utilizing measurement data from TAES distribution grid. The results will be disseminated in scientific peer-reviewed journals, international conferences, doctoral network events and events with industry. The tasks of all Doctoral Researchers will also include teaching duties that amount to approximately 5% of their annual working hours unless there are justified reasons to the contrary.
At the university, the work will be supervised by Asst. Prof. Kari Lappalainen. You will also be supported by practitioners in the steering group, including company representatives. By participating in DSII events, excursions, meetings, and training sessions with your fellow doctoral students, you will both get and provide peer support.
Remote work opportunities are agreed upon separately when needed.
Requirements
You need to have an applicable master’s degree in electrical engineering, or a related discipline in science or engineering. You need to have, or at least to have capability to adopt, needed knowledge on renewable energy and distribution grids in Finland. You also need to have an enquiring mind, enjoy problem-solving and be able to think independently while also being able to work in a team. You should be ready to work as part of the research group at Tampere University and in close co-operation with the team of TAES. The latter means also capability to use Finnish as a working language. A good command of English is required.
Candidates are selected based on the level of promise that they show, and this will be evaluated based on their success in previous studies (especially in M.Sc. thesis), and other merits. Selected candidate must have the motivation and ability to complete doctoral studies. We look as advantages basics of Trimble NIS or similar network management system and Matlab Simulink as well as experience in a distribution system company. Please, be prepared to provide proof of your merits when requested.
Please note that before commencing the position, the selected candidate must apply for a study right within the doctoral program at Tampere University, unless they already have one. Please visit the admissions webpage for more information on eligibility requirements.
Tampere University is a unique, multidisciplinary and boldly forward-looking, evolving community. Our values are openness, diversity, responsibility, courage, critical thinking, erudition/bildung, and learner-centredness. We hope you can embrace and promote these values in your work.
We offer
The position will be filled for a fixed-term period of four (4) years, commencing in February 2024 or as soon after that as possible. A trial period of six (6) months applies to all our new employees.
The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee's personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of a doctoral researcher is placed on level 2-4 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for a Doctoral Researcher is approximately 2700 EUR per month. The salary increases based on experience and the progress of doctoral studies.
We invite you to participate in a vibrant, active, and international research community. Our research group of Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Systems is delivering state of the art research in several energy transition related topics.
Tampere University is strongly committed to the highest level of scientific research and the provision of high-quality doctoral education. The faculty and the Doctoral School of Industry Innovations support the doctoral students by offering training and peer support. Doctoral students in DSII develop vital skills, enabling them to conduct agile, customer-oriented research, development, and business.The University offers a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working hours, excellent sports facilities on campus and several on-campus restaurants and cafés with staff discounts. Please read more about working at Tampere University.
Tampere is one of the major academic hubs in the Nordic countries and offers a dynamic living environment. Tampere region is one of the Finland´s three most rapidly growing urban areas and home to a vibrant knowledge-intensive entrepreneurial community. The city is an industrial powerhouse that enjoys a rich cultural scene and a reputation as a center of Finland’s information society. For more information on Tampere, please visit here.
How to apply
Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 23rd of January 2024 (23:59 EET / 21.59 UTC). Please write your application and all the accompanying documentation in English or Finnish and attach them in PDF format. Motivation letter is required in Finnish.
Please attach the following documents to your application:
For further information, please contact:
Assistant Professor Kari Lappalainen, kari.lappalainen@tuni.fi
Team Leader of Grid Planning Kaisa Grip-Lappalainen, kaisa.grip-lappalainen@tampereensahkoverkko.fi
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