What are the responsibilities and job description for the Energy Systems Data Science Postdoctoral Researcher position at Idaho National Laboratory?
Job Description
The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a well-qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate in electrical engineering, power and energy systems, or comparable disciplines for the Energy and Water Systems Analysis group. This postdoctoral researcher will apply data science, machine learning, optimization, and reliability and risk analysis methods to hydropower, marine energy, and other power system assets, and will contribute to software and data tools that support decision making by the energy industry and research sponsors. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off.
Possible Research Activities Include
The position entails writing scientific manuscripts for journal publication, contributing to proposals for continued research funding, and presenting research results at conferences and sponsor meetings, so strong communication skills are required.
Required
While performing the duties of this classification, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, keyboard, and type, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Information
Benefits and Relocation
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.
INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.
Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ada@inl.gov to request accommodation.
Other Information
When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.
INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.
The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a well-qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate in electrical engineering, power and energy systems, or comparable disciplines for the Energy and Water Systems Analysis group. This postdoctoral researcher will apply data science, machine learning, optimization, and reliability and risk analysis methods to hydropower, marine energy, and other power system assets, and will contribute to software and data tools that support decision making by the energy industry and research sponsors. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off.
Possible Research Activities Include
- Reliability analysis and risk assessment of marine energy technologies and preparation of resulting journal publications.
- Machine learning-based prediction of dynamic loading on energy infrastructure under icing conditions, paired with reliability and risk evaluation; and development of an electricity price database and integration of price forecasting into optimization-based valuation tools.
- The postdoctoral researcher may also support data science and analysis for hydropower technology commercialization and fish passage projects, assessment of non-powered dams, and a technical assistance project evaluating the techno-economic potential of hybridizing existing hydropower plants with complementary technologies such as energy storage.
The position entails writing scientific manuscripts for journal publication, contributing to proposals for continued research funding, and presenting research results at conferences and sponsor meetings, so strong communication skills are required.
Required
- PhD in electrical engineering, power and energy systems, industrial/systems engineering, mechanical engineering, data science, operations research, computer science, or other relevant disciplines.
- PhD requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years.
- Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Python.
- Experience applying data analytics and machine learning to engineering or energy systems problems.
- Experience with at least one of the following: reliability analysis, risk assessment, or mathematical optimization.
- Experience with reliability engineering and quantitative risk assessment methods (e.g., probabilistic or structural reliability, uncertainty quantification, Monte Carlo simulation, fault tree or failure mode analysis).
- Experience formulating and solving optimization problems (e.g., linear, mixed-integer, or stochastic programming) using tools such as Pyomo, Gurobi, or similar.
- Experience in techno-economic analysis of energy projects, including hybrid systems that combine hydropower with energy storage or other generation.
- Experience with hydropower, non-powered dams, fish passage, marine energy, offshore wind, or other energy-water issues
While performing the duties of this classification, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, keyboard, and type, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Information
- The pay for this position is $105,144.00 Annually. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
Benefits and Relocation
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
- Paid time off (personal leave)
- Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
- Comprehensive Relocation Package
- Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.
INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.
Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ada@inl.gov to request accommodation.
Other Information
When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.
INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.
Salary : $105,144