Postdoctoral Research Associate in Geospatial Energy System Modelling

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on the
interdisciplinary project ‘Strategic Hydrogen Integration for Effective Low-
Carbon Development (SHIELD)’ in Ukraine, led by Professor Stephanie Hirmer
(Energy and Power Group) and Professor Rene Bañares-Alcántara (OXGATE Group)
at the Department of Engineering Science, Osney Mead. The post is funded by
the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and is fixed-term until 31
March 2026





The postholder will play a critical role in supporting Ukraine's Energy
Independence and Decarbonization Strategy. This initiative is a crucial
element of the country's efforts to transition to green hydrogen and ammonia
as part of its broader energy security goals. Responsibilities will include
the development of location-specific decision support tools for the production
and integration of green hydrogen and ammonia into Ukraine's energy system
using geospatial modelling tools. This work is pivotal as Ukraine aims to
enhance its energy infrastructure resilience and align with the Central
European Hydrogen Corridor.





The postholder will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of policy
experts, whole system energy modellers, and finance researchers. Your focus
will be on incorporating socio-economic factors and existing infrastructure
into the geospatial models to ensure the solutions are inclusive and
effective. This role involves engaging with local stakeholders and
policymakers to ensure the project's alignment with national energy strategies
and contributing to initiatives that promote gender equality and social
inclusion.





You should hold a relevant PhD/DPhil (or be near completion), with the
possibility to underfill at Grade 6 (£32,332 - £38,205 per annum) if you hold
a relevant degree/Masters and working towards a PhD/DPhil, together with
relevant experience.





Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Rene Bañares-Alcántara
(email: rene.banares@eng.ox.ac.uk)





For more information about working at the Department, see
www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/





Only online applications received before **midday on** **02 September 2024**
can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting
statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how
past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV and the
details of two referees as part of your online application.





The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment
to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.