The transformation of the energy sector is a major challenge of the 21st century. At the Institute of Energy and Climate Research - Techno-economic Systems Analysis (IEK-3), we are using integrated simulation and optimization models to investigate the question, of which technologies energy systems need to be composed of, in order to become both, cost-effective and environmentally friendly. Within a large joint research project, a novel model framework for the determination of wind power potentials is to be developed. Become part of our international research team and contribute your ideas and creativity to help shape what a future greenhouse gas-neutral energy system for Germany could look like. Further insight into our working life at IEK-3 can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vw-u9-LlbPM

We are offering a

PhD Position – Development of an Open-Source Model Framework for Identifying Wind Power Potentials

Your Job:

The large-scale expansion and deployment of renewable energies (RE) is an important means of reducing greenhouse gases. The location-specific determination of RE potentials is therefore an important basis for energy industry decision-makers to plan the future energy system. Within a national research project, an open-source framework is to be developed, allowing optimization and simulation methods to be flexibly integrated into model workflows and used for these potential analyses. The focus is on the optimal exploitation of wind power potentials, which are determined on the basis of high-resolution weather and geodata. In order to increase the transparency and traceability of investigation results, the model framework will support the reproducibility of model workflows. Your tasks in detail:

• Identification and parameterization of model workflows for the determination of wind power potentials
  
• Collection and analysis of weather and geodata as well as technical and economic parameters
  
• Development of an open-source model framework for the flexible integration of optimization and simulation models into reproducible workflows
  
• Creation of greenhouse gas neutral scenarios with special focus on wind power as well as execution of model comparisons in the analysis process

Your Profile:

• Master‘s degree in natural sciences, engineering, economics, mathematics, computer science or a related field of study
  
• Strong interest in data science and energy research
  
• Basic knowledge of computer-aided optimization and simulation
  
• Programming skills are an advantage (e.g. in Python)
  
• High degree of autonomy and commitment
  
• Thorough and reliable working style
  
• Fluent speaking and writing skills in English

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We offer ideal conditions for you to complete your doctoral degree:

• A highly motivated team as well as an international and interdisciplinary working environment on one of Europe`s largest research centers
  
• A large research campus with green spaces, offering the best possible means for networking with colleagues and pursuing sports alongside work
  
• Collaboration in an exciting joint research project with top-class partners
  
• Excellent scientific and technical infrastructure
  
• The chance to attend (international) conferences and project meetings
  
• Continuous support through your scientific advisor
  
• Ideal conditions to successfully work from home as well as flexible working hours
  
• 30 days of annual leave as well as an arrangement for bridging days (e.g. between Christmas and New Year’s Day)
  
• Further development of your personal strengths, e.g. through an extensive range of training courses; a structured program of continuing education and networking opportunities specifically for doctoral researchers via JuDocS, the Jülich Center for Doctoral Researchers and Supervisors: https://www.fz-juelich.de/judocs
  
• Targeted services for international employees, e.g. through our International Advisory Service
  

The position is initially for a fixed term of 3 years. Pay in line with 75% of pay group 13 of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund) and additionally 60 % of a monthly salary as special payment („Christmas bonus“). Further information on doctoral degrees at Forschungszentrum Jülich including our other locations is available at: www.fz-juelich.de/gp/Careers_Docs

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