POST DOCTORAL FELLOW - Electrical and Computer Engineering #00097550

Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology (formerly University of Missouri-Rolla) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to support a U.S. Department of Energy funded project in collaboration with National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR). The work focuses on market price forecasting and hydro-power scheduling optimization. The postdoc appointment is for one year and is expected to be renewed for a second year, contingent on performance and funding.

Postdoc responsibilities:

• Lead core R&D tasks
• Assist the Principal Investigator in research and project management, including coordination with NLR and industry partners and mentoring graduate students
• Contribute to reporting, publications, and proposal development

Postdoc minimum qualifications:

• Ph.D. in EE/CS/IE/OR or related field; strong background in power systems and optimization and/or machine learning.

Preferred qualifications (Postdoc & PhD Student):

• Electricity markets; probabilistic forecasting
• Hydro-power and hydraulic system modeling; large-scale optimization
• Experience in other related areas is also a plus, such as distribution automation/digitization, cyber-physical system security, energy-aware computing, etc

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC)
Missouri S&T's College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master's and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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