Senior Researcher: Power Systems, Grids & Innovation Lead

Biotechnological Processes Unit from IMDEA Energy; Power (MT); On-site; USD 79,926 - 102,762; Full time

Job summary

IMDEA Energy Institute in Madrid invites applications for a Senior Researcher in the Electrical Systems Unit. The role focuses on power system operation, control, and optimization, leading research lines in smart grids, renewable integration, and energy markets, and collaborating with industry and international partners.

The successful candidate will supervise research personnel, prepare proposals, disseminate results through publications and conferences, and contribute to the unit's strategic

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical, Electronic or Control Systems Engineering.
• Solid background in Power Engineering, Control Systems and Electrical Machines.
• At least 10 years of postdoctoral experience, with a minimum of two years in a foreign institution.
• Principal investigator of at least two national or international projects.
• Proven track record in publishing research results.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or several research lines in power systems, smart grids, renewable integration, flexibility, and energy markets.
• Help manage the research unit and its infrastructure.
• Prepare and manage national and international research project proposals.
• Collaborate with industry and international partners.
• Supervise personnel including PhD students, post‑doctoral, and senior assistant researchers.
• Disseminate research results via publications, technical reports, conferences, workshops, and technology transfer activities.

Skills

Leadership and research management

English fluency

Supervision

Proposal writing

Industry collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical, Electronic or Control Systems Engineering

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

MATLAB

SimPowerSystems

Job description

IMDEA Energy Institute in Madrid invites applications for a Senior Researcher in the Electrical Systems Unit. The role focuses on power system operation, control, and optimization, leading research lines in smart grids, renewable integration, and energy markets, and collaborating with industry and international partners.

The successful candidate will supervise research personnel, prepare proposals, disseminate results through publications and conferences, and contribute to the unit's strategic