PhD Studentship: Optimal Placement of Battery Electric Bus Charging Infrastructure
The Intelligent Grid (iG) Research team at the International Energy Research Centre (IERC), Tyndall National Institute, University College Cork invites applications for a PhD Studentship in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Research Objectives
* Innovative modelling and co-simulation of power and transport coupled networks, BEB charging systems, transit charge management systems, and providing local flexibility through BEB charging systems.
* Validation using real-time simulation environments.
Key Responsibilities
1. Independent and innovative research leading to high-impact publications.
2. Development of advanced solutions within a research team.
3. Collaboration with colleagues and industrial partners to achieve impactful outcomes.
4. Regular reporting and presentation of work.
5. Participation in Education and Public Engagement activities.
6. Compliance with Tyndall Quality Management system and Health & Safety standards.
Essential Criteria
* First or upper second-class honours degree in electrical/control/communication engineering.
* Education and research experience in power systems, renewable and energy storage systems modelling, and energy management systems.
* Demonstrable English language proficiency.
* Experience with lab equipment, simulation tools, and modelling software.
* Ability to work independently according to schedule.
* Capability in delivering research projects at the undergraduate level.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Scholarship Details
An annual student stipend of €25,000 (tax-free) applies. The Tyndall National Institute will pay yearly university academic fees (€5,700). Non-EU international students are required to make up the fee deficit (currently approx. €15,000 p.a.). A partial fee waiver may be applied under certain circumstances.