PhD in Stability Analysis of Power Electronics Defined Power Systems

We are inviting applications for a fully-funded PhD position in Power Electronics Converter Stability at UNSW, Sydney. This project will focus on expanding tools for stability analysis of power electronics in power systems. The successful candidate should have a strong theoretical background in power electronics converters, including control, topologies and small-signal modelling. As part of the project, there will be opportunities for collaboration with the research team in areas like control and power hardware-in-the-loop testing (CHiL / PHiL) and advanced digital twin technologies.

The project will investigate the dynamic interactions between power systems and grid-forming power electronics converters, under evolving modern power systems with reduced synchronous generation. The project will also consider the different dynamics of renewable energy resources and energy storage systems as well as hybrid DC and AC systems.  Additionally, stability enhancement solutions involving grid support control technologies will be investigated, which are particularly critical for weak, low inertia power electronics defined power systems.

Requirements:

Required:

1. Master's by research (Completed or in the final year)

2. Strong publication track record in related areas relative to opportunity.

3. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (UG marks  >80%)

4. Meeting the English requirements for admission to the PhD program (https://www.unsw.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

Good to have:

1. Experimental experience with power electronics (laboratory or industry)

2. Familiarity with real-time simulation / HiL

How to Apply:

Please e-mail the following to g.konstantinou@unsw.edu.au  with the title "FF PhD scholarship application":

1. CV: A comprehensive academic CV that includes details of your educational background, research experience, publications, awards, and relevant work experience.

2. Relevant Publications: Copies of peer-reviewed publications relevant to the topic. This may include journal articles, conference papers, or other scholarly outputs demonstrating your research expertise.

3. UG and PG Degrees and Transcripts: Official transcripts of your undergraduate and postgraduate coursework. These should include detailed grades and confirmation of degree completions.

4. Cover Letter: A one-page cover letter outlining your experience relevant to the project topic, particularly emphasizing any experimental work, power electronics expertise, and prior research contributions.

 PhD in Metrics Development for Power Electronics-Defined Power Systems

We are inviting applications for a fully-funded PhD position in the development and evaluation of new stability metrics for power electronics-defined power systems at UNSW, Sydney. The successful candidate will work on defining real-time monitoring of system strength metrics and their demonstration based on power system digital twins. The approach will consider both model-based and data-driven approaches. The student will also engage in the development of digital twin technologies and contribute to real-time modelling and Hardware in the loop testing at RTS@UNSW laboratory. The project will also include the definition and development of multiple dynamic libraries that will be used in practical demonstration of real-time system strength evaluation.

Requirements:

Required:

1. Master's by research (Completed or in the final year)

2. Strong publication track record in related areas relative to opportunity.

3. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (UG marks  >80%)

4. Meeting the English requirements for admission to the PhD program (https://www.unsw.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

Good to have:

1. Experimental experience with power electronics (laboratory or industry)

2. Familiarity with real-time simulation / HiL

How to Apply:  

Please e-mail the following to g.konstantinou@unsw.edu.au with the title "FF PhD scholarship application":

1. CV: A comprehensive academic CV that includes details of your educational background, research experience, publications, awards, and relevant work experience.

2. Relevant Publications: Copies of peer-reviewed publications relevant to the topic. This may include journal articles, conference papers, or other scholarly outputs demonstrating your research expertise.

3. UG and PG Degrees and Transcripts: Official transcripts of your undergraduate and postgraduate coursework. These should include detailed grades and confirmation of degree completions.

4. Cover Letter: A one-page cover letter outlining your experience relevant to the project topic, particularly emphasizing any experimental work, power electronics expertise, and prior research contributions.