Associate Professor in Integrated Energy System and Microgrids Aalborg University, Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Energy Technology

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN INTEGRATED ENERGY SYSTEM AND MICROGRIDS (2019-224-02178) At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Energy Technology a position as Associate Professor in Integrated Energy Systems and Microgrids is open for appointment from June 1, 2019 or soon hereafter. The Department of Energy Technology is an expanding department covering most fields of Energy Technology ranging from electrical energy (Power Systems, Power Electronics and Electrical Machines) to thermal energy including Energy Systems and Fluid Mechanics and Combustion but also mechatronic systems. The department has about 300 employees – out of them are more than 100 Ph.D. students. The laboratory facilities are world-class and the researches carried out are most often in collaboration with industry. The position is offered in relation to the research programs Microgrid and Intelligent Energy Systems and Active Networks and will be positioned to the section for Power Electronic Systems. JOB DESCRIPTION The main research area will be within the energy systems design, operation, and analysis. This includes different research lines ranging from building-level energy management systems and optimization to operational planning of larger energy systems and microgrids. Secondary research areas will be analysis of energy scenarios and policies such as mathematical modeling, risk and uncertainty modeling and management. Special attention is given to international project works on integrated energy systems (such as joint district heating/cooling and electricity networks) as a principal investigator. Also, project experience regarding innovative representation of energy systems such as Energy Internet and the use of IT Infrastructures for control, optimization and management in energy systems is an advantage. Within this position, it is also important to exhibit ability to professional international relations, thus demonstration of engagement with relevant CIGRE and IEEE Technical Working Groups will be considered by the evaluation committee. The successful candidate will be required to conduct teaching activities at all levels in energy engineering, including Master and PhD courses. Thus, it will be an advantage that applicants have experience with Problem Based Learning (PBL), which is Aalborg University's teaching philosophy. The candidate must also fulfill the following requirement: • Research, including publication of results and supervision of research students • Making research funding applications and management of successful projects at national/international level • Leverage of reputation, knowledge and experience to strengthen our relationship with private/public energy sector You may obtain further professional information from Prof. John Kim Pedersen, Phone: (+45) 9940 9264, or E-mail: jkp@et.aau.dk Qualification requirements The level of qualification for Associate Professors shall correspond to the level, which can be achieved on the basis of the appointment as Assistant Professor, but may be achievable in other ways. The appointment presupposes that the applicant can demonstrate original scientific production at an international level as well as documented teaching qualifications. Appointment to the position requires that both research and teaching qualifications are at the requested level. The two qualifications will be given equal and principal priority in the overall assessment. The application must contain the following: A motivated text wherein the reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position are stated. A current curriculum vitae. Copies of relevant diplomas (Master of Science and PhD). On request you could be asked for an official English translation. Scientific qualifications. A complete list of publications must be attached with an indication of the works the applicant wishes to be considered. You may attach up to 10 publications. Teaching qualifications described in the teaching portfolio. If this is not enclosed the applicant must include an explanation for its absence. Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations and the like. Additional qualifications in relation to the position. References/recommendations. Personal data. The applications are only to be submitted online by using the "Apply online" button below. An assessment committee will assess all candidates. AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief. For further information concerning the application procedure please contact HR-Partner Lone Lund by mail est-ef-hr@adm.aau.dk or phone (+45) 9940 3494. Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force, teaching portfolio and procedures can be seen here. AGREEMENT Employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministry of Finance's current Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement for state-employed academics. VACANCY NUMBER 2019-224-02178 DEADLINE 07/04/2019 If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Computeroxy Apply

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN INTEGRATED ENERGY SYSTEM AND MICROGRIDS (2019-224-02178)

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Energy Technology a position as Associate Professor in Integrated Energy Systems and Microgrids is open for appointment from June 1, 2019 or soon hereafter. The Department of Energy Technology is an expanding department covering most fields of Energy Technology ranging from electrical energy (Power Systems, Power Electronics and Electrical Machines) to thermal energy including Energy Systems and Fluid Mechanics and Combustion but also mechatronic systems. The department has about 300 employees – out of them are more than 100 Ph.D. students. The laboratory facilities are world-class and the researches carried out are most often in collaboration with industry. The position is offered in relation to the research programs Microgrid and Intelligent Energy Systems and Active Networks and will be positioned to the section for Power Electronic Systems.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The main research area will be within the energy systems design, operation, and analysis. This includes different research lines ranging from building-level energy management systems and optimization to operational planning of larger energy systems and microgrids. Secondary research areas will be analysis of energy scenarios and policies such as mathematical modeling, risk and uncertainty modeling and management. Special attention is given to international project works on integrated energy systems (such as joint district heating/cooling and electricity networks) as a principal investigator. Also, project experience regarding innovative representation of energy systems such as Energy Internet and the use of IT Infrastructures for control, optimization and management in energy systems is an advantage. Within this position, it is also important to exhibit ability to professional international relations, thus demonstration of engagement with relevant CIGRE and IEEE Technical Working Groups will be considered by the evaluation committee.

The successful candidate will be required to conduct teaching activities at all levels in energy engineering, including Master and PhD courses. Thus, it will be an advantage that applicants have experience with Problem Based Learning (PBL), which is Aalborg University's teaching philosophy. The candidate must also fulfill the following requirement:

•   Research, including publication of results and supervision of research students
•   Making research funding applications and management of successful projects at national/international level
•   Leverage of reputation, knowledge and experience to strengthen our relationship with private/public energy sector

You may obtain further professional information from Prof. John Kim Pedersen, Phone: (+45) 9940 9264, or E-mail: jkp@et.aau.dk

Qualification requirements

The level of qualification for Associate Professors shall correspond to the level, which can be achieved on the basis of the appointment as Assistant Professor, but may be achievable in other ways. The appointment presupposes that the applicant can demonstrate original scientific production at an international level as well as documented teaching qualifications. Appointment to the position requires that both research and teaching qualifications are at the requested level. The two qualifications will be given equal and principal priority in the overall assessment.

The application must contain the following:

A motivated text wherein the reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position are stated.
A current curriculum vitae.
Copies of relevant diplomas (Master of Science and PhD). On request you could be asked for an official English translation.
Scientific qualifications. A complete list of publications must be attached with an indication of the works the applicant wishes to be considered. You may attach up to 10 publications.
Teaching qualifications described in the teaching portfolio. If this is not enclosed the applicant must include an explanation for its absence.
Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations and the like.
Additional qualifications in relation to the position.
References/recommendations.
Personal data.

The applications are only to be submitted online by using the "Apply online" button below. An assessment committee will assess all candidates.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

For further information concerning the application procedure please contact HR-Partner Lone Lund by mail est-ef-hr@adm.aau.dk or phone (+45) 9940 3494.

Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force, teaching portfolio and procedures can be seen here.

AGREEMENT

Employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministry of Finance's current Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement for state-employed academics.

VACANCY NUMBER

2019-224-02178

DEADLINE

07/04/2019

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