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Cornell University

Postdoctoral Associate - Biological and Environmental Engineering

Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, United States, 14850

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Postdoctoral Associate

The Anderson research group is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to contribute independent and innovative research on the technical implications of decarbonization policy pathways for electric power systems. Desired experience includes optimization and simulation of electric power systems under uncertainty, programming in Python, Julia, and/or MATLAB, and excellent quantitative skills, including probability and data analysis. Anticipated Division of Time: Research (80%) Publication & Presentation (10%) Project Management & Mentorship (10%) Requirements: A PhD in engineering, operations research, or a related field. A proven track record of independence and a strong enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research in energy systems. Excellent organizational, communication, time management skills, and demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team. Preferred qualifications: Experience working with power system operational and/or planning models (capacity expansion, resource adequacy, operational reliability) is highly valued. Supervision Exercised: Provide oversight and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students. To apply: Please apply via Academic Jobs Online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29926. Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, at least one recent scientific article that you have contributed to, and a statement supporting diverse communities (this can be a stand-alone document (preferred) or the information can be embedded in other parts of the application materials) outlining how, through research, teaching, service, mentoring, extension, and/or outreach, the candidate has and will contribute to support Cornell's historical mission of "any person

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