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Research Opportunities

Electrical Engineering

Work description

• Study and identification of the main characteristics of INESC TEC's optimal power flow tool, including all modeled energy resources.


• Study and modeling of two-stage stochastic programming and robust optimization problems.


• Adaptation of the tool formulation to stochastic and robust optimization.


• Implementation of the two-stage stochastic formulation in the existing tool, creating a specific module for its operation.


• Replication of the previous point for the formulation of the robust OPF.


• Prepare a scientific report on activities and write scientific articles.

Minimum profile required

• Basic knowledge of the optimal power flow problem.


• Basic knowledge of optimization.


• Knowledge of the Python programming language.


• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Preference factors

• Experience in the study, development and implementation of optimal power flow in Python.


• Experience in modeling problems with stochastic and robust optimization.


• Programming skills in Python.

Maintenance stipend: € 651.12, according to the table of monthly maintenance stipend for FCT grants , paid via bank transfer. Grant holders may be awarded potential supplements, according to a quarterly evaluation process (Articles 19, 21 and 22 of the Regulations for Grants of INESC TEC and Annex II), up to a maximum limit of 50% of the monthly maintenance stipend.

INESC TEC supports costs with registration, enrollment or tuition fees, during the grant duration, under the terms established in the internal document: "Payment of Tuition fees to grant holders".

The grant holder will benefit from health insurance, supported by INESC TEC.

Application Period

Since 22 May 2025 to 05 Jun 2025

Centre

Power and Energy Systems

Scientific Advisor

Tiago André Soares

What we offer

• Multicultural and collaborative environment


• A multicultural, international and collaborative environment that makes it easier to exchange ideas, work in networks and create synergies.


• International projects


• The possibility of working in international projects with some of the most important companies in the field.


• Mentoring


• Mentoring with the best researchers in the fields of electrical and industrial engineering, bioengineering, information technology and physics.


• Self Improvement


• The possibility of participating in international conferences, workshops, seminars and vocational training.


• Other Benefits and Perks


• Flexible working time, health insurance, discounts in hotels, transportation, etc.


• Informal Events


• Annual informal events, such as the multicultural party.

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