Research Fellow in Power Systems Engineering
$119,463–$141,545 year
On-siteSpringfield, Queensland, Australia
Job Summary
Lead high-quality research in unbalanced inverter control, distributed energy resources integration, and low-voltage distribution network modelling for the CSIRO AR-PST Stage 6 project. Develop innovative inverter control strategies, undertake advanced distribution network simulation, and produce impactful publications, open-source code, and datasets. Co-supervise Honours and Higher Degree by Research students while fostering industry and standards engagement opportunities. Collaborate with CSIRO, inverter manufacturers, and network service providers to translate findings into proposed AS/NZS 4777.2 amendments and practical guidance for industry adoption.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Control Systems or a closely related discipline
- A growing research profile in power systems, distributed energy resources, inverter control, distribution networks, or related fields
- Demonstrated publication record in reputable peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Evidence of contributing to collaborative research projects and working effectively with industry, government, or research partners
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to competitive research funding applications and project delivery
- Experience supervising, mentoring, or supporting Honours and Higher Degree by Research students
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex technical outcomes into practical industry recommendations and standards contributions
- Verification of the right to work in Australia
- Qualification checks
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in unbalanced inverter control
- Experience in DER integration
- Experience in low-voltage distribution-network modelling
- Experience in optimisation-based power flow analysis
- Experience in standards development
- Experience producing impactful publications, open-source code, and datasets
- Experience collaborating with CSIRO
- Experience leading industry partners
- Experience working with distribution network service providers
- Experience creating meaningful impact through research translation and industry engagement
- Experience building and maintaining collaborative partnerships with industry, government and research stakeholders
- Experience contributing to School and project activities
- Demonstrating behaviours aligned with UQ values
- Experience working closely with inverter manufacturers
- Experience translating findings into proposed AS/NZS 4777.2 amendments
- Experience providing practical guidance for industry adoption
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