Transmission network expansion planning at European scale for supporting the energy transition
This research project consists of the development of large-scale transmission network expansion planning model in open source to allow analyzing its changes associated to the energy transition. It is a H2020 European project, which will allow the contact and collaboration with other high-level European research groups.
The doctoral thesis will be linked to novel and specific topics in transmission network expansion planning.
Requirements: Speak and write correctly English. It will be appreciated that the candidate knows the operation of the electric system and has experience in algebraic modeling (as GAMS) and scientific languages (as Python).
Full-time contract with combined dedication between research projects and training activities. This modality allows the Research Assistant to establish a very close professional relationship with the companies with which he/she collaborates, thus nourishing his/her research with the experience accumulated during the projects. Although this modality does not necessarily require to enroll in any program, the Research Assistant can apply for a PhD during the first two years. The Research Assistant is hired each year for a maximum period of 6. If he or she is not enrolled in a PhD program the contract cannot exceed two years. The gross salary for the first year is € 24.216,62 for 2019. In addition, the IIT covers 90% of the cost of training activities and the Research Assistant can enjoy all the advantages offered to Comillas students (Sports, Cultural Activities, Library, etc.).
Documents: Curriculum vitae, academic record, cover letter and two recommendation letters.
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