Postdoc in modeling demand for megawatt electric truck chargers

16 hours ago


Göteborg, Sweden Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB Full time

Mega Watt Charging Stations (MCS) are an essential prerequisite for de-carbonasing long-haul trucks in Europe. As a postdoc you will be part of the EU project MACBETH where excellent research about electrification of long-haul trucks is combined with actual showcasing of multipoint MCS hubs.

Project description
The EU is currently in the process of a transition to zero emissions trucks. The development of MegaWatt Charging Stations is a pivotal advancement for electric long-haul trucking, The ambition and objective of the MACBETH- MULTIPOINT MEGAWATT CHARGING FOR BATTERY ELECTRIC TRUCK HUBS- project is to push MCS as a game-changing solution to electrify long-haul freight, through developing and showcasing multipoint MCS hubs combined with tools facilitating the scale-up.

Information about the division and the department
The Department of Space, Earth and Environment contains five divisions, with research and education spanning from global challenges related to sustainability and energy supply to astronomy and space sciences. The department is host to two major infrastructures, Onsala Space Observatory and Chalmers Power Central, and consist of about 250 employees.
The division of Physical Resource Theory carries out research and education on potential solutions to our major environmental challenges, e.g. global warming and sustainable use of land and other resources. At our division we focus on research in the field of technical and socio-economic systems addressing the challenges involved in the transition into a sustainable and low carbon society for a growing poulation, where a range of different quantitative and qualitative methods can be applied on our reseach topics. The ambition is to build challenge-driven scientific excellence by crossing traditional boundaries and increase the level of multi-disciplinarity in research. The division has around 40 staff members, faculty and PhD-students with diverse expertise, including engineers, natural and social scientists. We also offer courses in areas related to our research.

Major responsibilities

As a postdoc within MACBETH you will derive future charging demand along the TEN-T network, at logistics terminals and truck stops with nearby depots from trucks and cars and identify ideal locations for future truck charging along the network. You will continue to develop existing charging demand models that will incorporate regional policies, grid constraints and realistic charging needs. You will be responsible for preparing deliverables and taking part in consortium meetings. You will also contribute to academic publications and present research findings at conferences and workshops.

Qualifications
To qualify for the position of postdoc you must have a doctoral degree in a relevant field, including (but not restricted to) engineering, data science, computer science, physics, mathematics, or complex systems. A PhD in a research field closely related to the project description, particularly with research experience in transport research, spatial analysis, computational modeling, is highly meritorious. Documented scientific skills, including demonstrated ability in independent research, publishing in top journals and presenting in international conferences are required.

The position requires sound verbal and written communication skills in English. If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses.

Contract terms
This is a full-time temporary employment for two years with the possibility of extension up to four years. Additionally, the role can include a teaching component up to 20%, providing opportunities for academic development.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application is made on Chalmers website.

CV: (Please name the document: CV, Family name, reference number)
• CV
• Other, for example previous employments or leadership qualifications and positions of trust.
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, ref.number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous experience of relevance for the position (e.g. education, thesis work and, if applicable, any other research activities)
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Copies of bachelor and/or master’s thesis.
• Attested copies and transcripts of completed education, grades and other certificates, e.g. TOEFL test results.
• The title of two sample publications
• List the names of your thesis supervisor(s) and examiner(s)
• Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered.

Application deadline: 2025-03-10 Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

For questions, please contact:
Frances Sprei, Physcical resource Theory
Fsprei@chalmers.se, 031- 772 21 46

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***



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