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PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Power Systems, Inverter-Based Frequency Regulation, and Smart Grids University of New Brunswick in Canada

I am recruiting a fully funded PhD student and Postdoctoral Researcher in power systems and smart grids at the University of New Brunswick.

University of New Brunswick

Canada

Jan 31, 2026

Keywords

Machine Learning
Energy Management
Electrical Engineering
Blockchain Technology
Computational Simulation
Energy Trading
Distributed Energy
Smartgrid
Power systems

Description

The Software Defined Energy Lab at the University of New Brunswick, led by Assistant Professor Shivam Saxena, is offering two fully funded positions for a PhD student and a Postdoctoral Researcher starting in Winter or Spring 2026. The lab focuses on designing software tools for decentralized energy systems, emphasizing trustless, flexible, and sustainable solutions. Research areas include inverter-based frequency regulation, consortium blockchains for energy governance, machine learning for energy resource estimation, distributed optimal control algorithms, and energy trading with a focus on Indigenous communities. The specific project is industry-tied and investigates inverter-based frequency regulation. Applicants should have strong expertise in power system fundamentals (including EMT simulation, oscillations, and inverters), be proficient with power system tools such as ETAP, PSSE, and MATLAB/Simulink, and have prior experience in SIL/HIL (OPAL RT preferred). An excellent publication record is also required. Successful candidates will join a dynamic research group working on cutting-edge topics such as vehicle-to-everything (V2X) and peer-to-peer energy trading. The positions are fully funded, though specific stipend and tuition details are not provided. The application window is open for Winter or Spring 2026. To apply, candidates should prepare a 1-page cover letter addressing their alignment with the listed requirements and submit it along with their CV to [email protected]. For more information, visit the lab's academic page or the supervisor's LinkedIn profile.

Funding

Two fully funded positions are available, covering both PhD and postdoctoral roles. Funding details such as stipend amount and tuition coverage are not specified, but positions are described as fully funded.

How to apply

Prepare a 1-page cover letter addressing your alignment with the listed requirements and your CV. Email both documents to [email protected].

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate expertise in power system fundamentals including EMT simulation, oscillations, and inverters; proficiency with power system tools such as ETAP, PSSE, and MATLAB/Simulink; prior experience in SIL/HIL (preferably OPAL RT); and an excellent publication record. A 1-page cover letter addressing these points and a CV are required.

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