Research Associate In Energy Systems

We are seeking a brilliant post-doctoral researcher to help pioneer research in Energy market and regulations areas, as part of the EPSRC-funded grant: Supergen Energy Networks Hub. Supergen Energy Networks Hub carries out highly impactful interdisciplinary research so that energy networks are not just enablers of the low carbon transition but are a driving force towards a rapid, safe and just transition to net zero. Market and Regulation is one key theme of Supergen’s research scope. Market and regulatory instruments are needed to ensure that new energy technologies can be quickly integrated into Energy Systems and to maximise their benefits to energy customers and networks. However, existing arrangements for energy networks were designed for centralised, single-vector systems with limited cross-vector interactions and flexibility sharing. These legacy arrangements are a key barrier to technology integration, cross-vector resource utilisation, and coordination in network planning.  This work proposes to design a holistic commercial framework for promoting cross-vector network services and recovering network costs. A whole-system framework will be developed to extend traditional services based on costs and quantities and encompass provider responsiveness. We have a position available to join the team at the University of Bath; ideally someone with a relevant PhD in electrical power engineering. You will join a dynamic team of power engineers working at the University of Bath and collaborate with partner universities and organisations across the UK.   This is a full-time fixed term post available for a 12 month contract initially, which we hope to extend. For further information about the project and the person specification, please see the Job Description below. For an informal discussion about the role please contact:  Dr Chenghong Gu, on cg277@bath.ac.uk  Professor Furong Li, on eesfl@bath.ac.uk  Please ensure you submit your application via our website.  Further information: This project is in partnership with leading UK research institutions, including, University of Bristol, University of Manchester, University of Birmingham, University of Leeds, Newcastle University, and Energy System Catapult What we can offer you: a very generous employer contributory pension scheme generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan. We aim to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams.  We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. Further details: Job Description & Person Specification