JOB - Postdoc position in power systems engineering and optimization
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UCLouvain invites applications for a three-year postdoctoral research position in the fields of power systems engineering and optimization, starting in October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The postdoctoral researcher will:
• Conduct independent and collaborative research across the fields of power systems engineering and
mathematical optimization, under the supervision of the three PIs of the project: Emmanuel De Jaeger,
Quentin Lété and Bert Willems.
• Develop original research questions and carry out theoretical and numerical analyses using suitable
methods in engineering and operations research.
• Present research findings at international conferences and academic seminars.
• Lead research coordination tasks in the context of the ARC project (organizing reading groups, hosting
visitors, maintaining contacts with stakeholders, …).
• Contribute, to a limited extent, to teaching, supervision or dissemination activities related to the project.
Applicants should have:
• A PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Operations Research or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated interests in power systems and mathematical optimization.
• Experience with power systems simulation and control, optimization models in power systems.
• Interest in energy markets.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an international research environment.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
Applications received by 31 May 2026 will receive full consideration.