PhD Position in Resilient Hydropower Management
1 week geleden
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our research team at Universiteit Utrecht. This PhD project focuses on developing advanced modelling frameworks and operational schemes to optimise the use of hydropower reservoirs for multiple purposes, including flood control, drought management, freshwater provision, and energy supply security.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct literature reviews to understand hydropower reservoir functions
- Develop frameworks for effective water level control
- Use flood forecasting models to simulate extreme weather events and their impacts on reservoir operations
- Integrate hydrological details into energy system modelling to assess the effects of hydroclimatic extremes in decarbonised and interconnected energy systems
- Master's degree in hydrology, energy sciences, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, or a related field
- Understanding of basic hydrological modelling
- Experience in quantitative analysis and statistics
- Background in programming with Python, Matlab, or R, ideally with experience in spatio-temporal datasets
- Strong communication skills, both written and spoken (C1 level in English)
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as part of an interdisciplinary research team
- Position for one year, with an extension to a total of four years upon a successful assessment in the first year
- Gross monthly salary between €2,872 and €3,670 in the case of full-time employment
- 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus
- Pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible terms of employment
Utrecht University is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We value staff with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment in which everyone can flourish and contribute.
For more information, please contact Dr Jana Cox at
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