Research Scientist

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Posting Number

Posting Number S03301P

Position Title

Position Title Research Scientist

Functional Title

Functional Title UTD Wind Research Scientist

Department

Department Mechanical Engineering

Salary Range

Salary Range DOQ

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/12/2023

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Job Summary

The Center for Wind Energy at UT Dallas ( UTD Wind) seeks to fill a research scientist position in optimization and control of wind energy systems. The successful candidate will be part of a team of faculty members, graduate students and industry partners developing methodology and new technologies to enhance the performance, reliability and resilience of wind energy systems. The position is to lead or support projects involving the modeling and control of wind turbine generators and wind plants.

The successful candidate is expected to assist in the supervision of graduate students and have an active participation in the development of sponsored research.
UT Dallas is home to a site of WindSTAR, an NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Center for use‑inspired R&D for the advancement of wind energy science & technology. UTD Wind is also lead or partner in three multi‑million‑dollar projects funded by ARPA‑E.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in field directly related to research
• Two (2) years of experience/expertise performing research relating to a specified field of study
• Or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience totaling at least eight years.

Preferred Education and Experience

Required:

Ph.D. in Engineering or Computer Science with emphasis in one or more of the following: control theory, control systems technology, real‑time optimization and/or machine learning. Design and implementation of real‑time control systems, including wind tunnel and/or filed testing. Two years of experience as a postdoctoral research associate working in modeling, optimization and control of wind energy systems are preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Center for Wind Energy at UT Dallas UTD Wind) seeks to fill a research scientist position in optimization and control of wind energy systems. The successful candidate will be part of a team of faculty members, graduate students and industry partners developing methodology and new technologies to enhance the performance, reliability and resilience of wind energy systems. The position is to lead or support projects involving the modeling and control of wind turbine generators and wind plants.

The successful candidate is expected to assist in the supervision of graduate students and have an active participation in the development of sponsored research.
UT Dallas is home to a site of WindSTAR, an NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Center for use‑inspired R&D for the advancement of wind energy science & technology. UTD Wind is also lead or partner in three multi‑million‑dollar projects funded by ARPA‑E.

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

UTD offers a supportive work environment and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for health and day care
• Retirement savings plans
• Longevity and Hazardous pay
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Long and short term disability
• Employee Wellness program and events
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Employee Resource Groups
• On‑campus amenities such as recreation centers, hike and bike trails, the…