Power Systems Postdoctoral Researcher

Power Systems Postdoctoral Researcher

The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a well-qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate in Power Systems Engineering or comparable discipline for the Power and Energy Systems Department. This postdoctoral researcher will focus on power systems dynamic and transient modeling and simulation, power systems machine learning applications, protection, and stability analysis.

• Ideation, planning, coordination, and implementation of power systems projects.
• Strong asset to the interdisciplinary R&D team, working effectively both alone and as a team member.
• Writing scientific manuscripts for journal publication and presenting research results at national and international conferences and meetings.

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or comparable disciplines.
• PhD must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills in English.

• Experience with power system testing using digital real-time simulation environments and using power and/or controller hardware-in-the-loop.
• Electric grid operations experience, human factors for control rooms and/or high, medium and low direct current experience are also pluses.

The pay range for this position is $ Annually. Compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity are required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Access and ability to self contribute to a 401(k).
• Paid time off (personal leave).
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance).
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.