Sustainable Energy Systems
Wellington
• Postdoctoral Fellow - Sustainable Energy Systems (two year fixed-term)
• Do you have a PhD in the field of energy and have a desire to enrich and deepen research on renewable energy?
• Are you capable of effective communication and engagement with people across different cultures?
About the role
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Postdoctoral Fellow that will conduct high quality research in the area of sustainable energy systems, particularly power systems modelling and analysis. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be required to work with other members of the Sustainable Energy Systems Research Group within the School of Engineering and Computer Science in a proactive, cooperative, and collegial manner. The Postdoctoral Fellow will also be required to contribute to the teaching in Power Systems Analysis, including postgraduate supervision.
Key responsibilities:
• Closely collaborate with academic colleagues and thesis students in the area of Sustainable Energy Systems
• Conduct internationally recognised, high-quality research in the area of sustainable energy systems, particularly power systems modelling and analysis
• Contribute to the School's teaching programme in Renewable Energy Systems Engineering, including helping/mentoring/co-supervising students
• Develop effective collaborative partnerships nationally and internationally
About you
You understand and believe in the importance of client service; listen to and understand the needs of internal and external clients; display a professional, courteous and empathetic approach; consider equity and diversity issues in interactions; and meet and exceed client needs to ensure satisfaction.
You are effectively in planning and organising work to achieve desired outcomes; and are proactive, remain focused, take action to overcome obstacles, and follow through to completion.
You are fair, open, honest and consistent in behaviour and can be relied upon; are receptive to Māori, Pasifika and multicultural issues; and generate confidence in others through professional and ethical behaviour.
You question the way things are done; encourage discussion, free debate and generation of creative ideas and solutions; learn from past mistakes; and generate new and creative ideas to improve the status quo.
You clearly and concisely communicate with a wide range of people in all situations, both orally and in writing; effectively listen; and understand cultural differences in regard to communication.
You identify and analyse issues and problems, consider alternatives, make sound decisions, and commit to a course of action.
You work co-operatively, and respect and is open with others in a team-setting in order to achieve results and team goals.
You build and maintain positive and productive working relationships and networks; consult widely; and is sensitive towards different peoples and cultures.
Key requirements:
• A PhD in the field of energy, and particularly in power systems modelling and analysis with an emphasis on renewable energy.
• Proven research and publication track record within the field of energy, particularly in power systems optimisation at a macro level
• Proven ability to teach in one or more areas of Power Engineering/Renewable Energy including Power Systems Analysis
• Added advantage with exposure to power system decision making and machine learning models
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in English.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills especially across cultures
Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Prof Alan Brent (+64 4 464 5960 and
[email protected]). But applicants should follow all steps listed below.
Important - Application steps and information
Download and complete the University Application Form from our careers site.
Click “apply now” button at the base of the advert, follow the process to enter your contact details and add your CV in the online form.
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Email completed the completed application form, cover letter and any other supporting documentation to
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Why you should join our team
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university, focused on engaging with Wellington, New Zealand, and the Asia-Pacific region and connecting with the world. The University values the expertise of its professional staff in supporting and enabling teaching, research and engagement activities.
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Applications close Saturday, 31 October 2020.
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