PhD at Aalborg University Denmark
Aalborg University plays a significant role in enhancing global society's knowledge base and advancing the prosperity, welfare, and cultural development of Danish society. This is achieved through engaging in research, providing education based on research findings, delivering services to the public sector, and fostering collaborative knowledge-sharing endeavors. AAU prepares students for the future, emphasizing a dynamic and transformative partnership with the surrounding community as the foundation for its activities.
PhD Project Description
The position is related to the "Power Electronic Control Reliability and System Optimization" research program, and the PhD student will be placed in the "Applied Power Electronic Systems" section.
This position is part of CAPeX, a 13-year, 300 MDKK "Pioneer Center for Accelerating P2X Materials Discovery" funded by multiple foundations. CAPeX is hosted by the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and co-hosted by Aalborg University (AAU), bringing together experts from several Danish universities and international partners to form a pioneering center focused on P2X. For more information on CAPeX research themes, organization, and available PhD and postdoc positions, visit http://www.capex-p2x.com.
The goal of this PhD project is to develop a framework for chemistry-aware digital twins (DT) that encompass atomic-level to power system-level aspects in P2X systems. This involves building surrogate models at the system level, including time evolution and degradation models based on multi-physics simulations. These models should capture meso- to macro-scale physics such as transport, electrochemical equations, and catalyst deactivation. The project will also explore interfaces between different levels of models and investigate various model-reduction methods. The DT models will be deployed in real electrolyzers to study the performance and durability of newly developed catalysts and materials discovered within CAPeX Research Themes and applied in the X-trails of CAPeX.
This specific PhD project will involve close collaboration with DTU Energy and the European solar fuels consortium SUNERGY at Utrecht University in the Netherlands. The PhD student will have co-supervisors from both institutions and may spend time at both locations.
PhD Requirements
For consideration, interested applicants should submit the following documents:
- Letter of motivation
- Diplomas confirming academic degrees(Master degree), and the academic transcripts.
- Curriculum vitae
- Publications(if applicable)
- Project description(3-5 pages), which describes the applicant’s initial thoughts and ideas related to the specific project applied for. This includes a brief state-of-the-art(including short list of references), a time schedule and how the applicant intends to shed light on the project objectives.
All documentation should be in English and merged in a single PDF document. Please, note that applications which do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.
Applicants are required to have an excellent academic background with a master’s degree or equivalent in Energy Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or any other related discipline, potentially with skills in Power Electronics. Applicants who are in the final phase of their master’s degree are also encouraged to apply but have to complete the master before starting the fellowship.
- Motivation and potential for research activities. Ability to work independently and in a team. Be innovative and creative. Keep an open mind. Be international oriented.
- Expertise within the following topics will be an advantage: Multi-physics Modelling, Electrochemical engineering, Electrical engineering, Chemical reactions, Meso-scale modelling, Electrolyzer technology
- Expertise with the following engineering tools and programming languages can be an advantage but not limited to: ANSYS, MATLAB, PLECS, others.
- Excellent English language skills(both oral and written). Publications in international journals/conferences will be valued.
You may obtain further professional information from Prof., Frede Blaabjerg, +4521292454, fbl@energy.aau.dk.
PhD Benefits
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1039 of August 27, 2013 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.
How to Apply
The application is only to be submitted online by using the"Apply online" button below. Please be notified that application deadline is 27 June 2023. For further information related to the PhD scholarships, please visit the following Scholarship Link.
AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.
Ref number is 14-23051
