PhD Candidate: BESS-PV Systems for Sustainable Grids

Högskolan Dalarna; Borlänge kommun; On-site; SEK 312,480 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

Högskolan Dalarna is seeking a full-time doctoral student focusing on the integration of battery energy storage systems in photovoltaic systems. This position is based at the School of Information and Engineering in Borlänge and aims to promote sustainable energy integration in buildings and grids.

Successful candidates will have an advanced degree in engineering or natural sciences and should exhibit strong analytical skills and communication abilities in English. Applications are accepted until September 20, 2026.

Qualifications

• Completed an advanced-level degree in engineering or natural sciences, focusing on energy.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Experience with battery energy storage systems and photovoltaic systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in experimental and simulation-based activities with BESS–PV systems.
• Develop monitoring and data acquisition protocols.
• Evaluate sustainability implications using LCSA methodologies.

Skills

Communication in English

Data analysis

Experimental work

Energy systems modelling

Machine learning

Education

Advanced-level degree in engineering or natural sciences

Tools

Simulation tools

Sustainability assessment methods

Job description

Högskolan Dalarna is seeking a full-time doctoral student focusing on the integration of battery energy storage systems in photovoltaic systems. This position is based at the School of Information and Engineering in Borlänge and aims to promote sustainable energy integration in buildings and grids.

Successful candidates will have an advanced degree in engineering or natural sciences and should exhibit strong analytical skills and communication abilities in English. Applications are accepted until September 20, 2026.