PhD Position Available
Forecasting Renewable Energy in the Arctic
University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS)
Svalbard, Norway
Application deadline: 15 November 2022
For more information and to apply, go to:
https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/233690/phd-student-posit…
The University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS) invites applications for a PhD position in mapping and utilization of renewable energy resources in Arctic. This three-year position will be located in Svalbard, Norway.
The particular focus of this position will be on evaluating the performance of existing numerical weather forecasting products by comparing them against long-term measurements and determining the feasibility for near-future energy production, specifically for solar and wind energy. Both regional and global weather models will be considered. Moreover, the impact of a changing climate on the energy potential will be evaluated. Svalbard and the area around Longyearbyen will be used as focus sites, but the results will also be valid for a more general application in the Arctic.
Applicants must have a strong academic background and hold a MSc in meteorology or a related subject directly relevant. Candidates in the final phase of their master thesis work may be considered if they can document that they are particularly suitable for this position. Knowledge of renewable energy meteorology in cold climates is an advantage as well as a general knowledge of hybrid renewable energy systems. Experience of field work, especially in cold climates, and working with observational and numerical model data is an advantage. Additionally, scientific writing including authorship of scientific publications is beneficial.
Applicants must be able to work independently, in a structured manner, and demonstrate good collaborative skills. The applicant must be proficient in both written and spoken English and, due to local Norwegian company cooperation partners, it is considered a strength if the candidate is fluent in a Scandinavian language to enable efficient collaboration.
Motivation and personal suitability will be emphasized. To allow assessment of this, a statement of personal and scientific interest in taking a PhD degree, including an outline of a PhD project idea, must be included in the application.
Application materials, with certified translations into English or a Scandinavian language, must be submitted online and include:
- Cover letter project proposal/research proposal (one to two pages) describing:
- Why you are interested in the project;
- Why and how you wish to complete the project, including research questions, research methods, and hypothesized results; and
- what makes you suitable for the project.
- Curriculum vitae, including a complete overview of education, professional training, and professional work;
- Name and contact information for two or more references, with one being the main advisor for the master's or equivalent thesis;
- Description of language skills;
- Transcripts and diplomas showing completion of the bachelor's and master's degrees, or official confirmation that the master's thesis is in its final phase;
- Relevant certificates/academic references;
- A list of any works of a scientific nature (publication list);
- Any peer review publications in your name; and
- A copy of the master thesis.
Application deadline: 15 November 2022
For more information and to apply, go to:
https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/233690/phd-student-posit…
For questions, contact:
Anna Sjöblom
Email: annac [at] unis.no
Marius Jonassen
Email: mariusj [at] unis.no