Research Associate in Decentralised Electricity Market Design and Analytics

Imperial College London

Feb 6

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid Level
Data
Engineering
London

Requirements

We welcome applications from candidates with a PhD degree in Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and related disciplines.
We are keen on further developing the team with values focused on a collaborative mindset and embracing diversity.
We expect the successful candidate to have:
exceptional skills in optimisation, game theory and mechanism design for application to power systems and electricity markets
the ambition to solve grand challenges by jointly looking at technology and human behaviour
research experience in an international environment
the will to focus on cutting-edge and high-impact research
a mindset prioritising research quality over quantity
the ambition to make a change by supporting the energy transition
strong personal and ethical values
excellent communication skills (written and oral)
a creative mindset and the will to think out of the box
strong programming skills, e.g., in Python and Julia

Responsibilities

You will join the Analytics & Market Lab at Imperial College, Dyson School of Design Engineering.
You will be given the opportunity to push your novel ideas forward, receive guidance to reach your objectives, while getting time and support for side projects.
You will be mainly involved in the EPSRC project FleXEdge – “Data-Driven Cloud-to-Edge Computing for Scalable Near Real-Time Local Flexibility Markets” (3-year project).
You will become the lead contributor to research and development works on AI-based mechanism design (for application to electricity and local flexibility markets), market integration and market participation strategies.
This may involve federated and distributed optimisation, decentralised negotiation approaches, as well as mechanism design.
You will also help with multi-scale flexibility modelling (from short- to longer-term) and with the proposal and validation of novel and efficient computational approaches.
Besides this main focus, you will generally interact with colleagues involved in the team’s projects, at Imperial College London, in the UK and internationally, e.g., with National ESO and the EPICS global centre.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Research Associate in Decentralised Electricity Market Design and Analytics.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located at the South Kensington Campus and is on-site only.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range is £48,056 - £49,895 per annum.

What is the contract type and work pattern for this role?

The position is full-time and on a fixed-term contract.

When does the posting end for this job application?

The posting end date is 2 Mar 2025.

What kind of research will the successful candidate engage in?

The successful candidate will lead research and development on AI-based mechanism design for electricity and local flexibility markets, including federated and distributed optimisation and market integration strategies.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A PhD degree in Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related disciplines is required.

What skills are expected from the candidates?

Candidates should have exceptional skills in optimisation, game theory, and mechanism design, strong programming skills in languages like Python and Julia, and excellent communication skills.

Who will the successful candidate be working with?

The successful candidate will work with the Analytics & Market Lab, led by Prof. Pierre Pinson, and collaborate with colleagues at Imperial College and international partners.

What are the benefits offered with this position?

Benefits include a sector-leading salary, generous leave packages, access to on-site leisure facilities, a flexible working policy, and support for personal and professional wellbeing.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must include their CV, a motivational letter, two significant publications with a statement for each, and a one-page research proposal.

When is the planned start date for the role?

The planned start date is between 1st April and 1st September 2025.

How will the interview process be conducted?

The interview date will be confirmed in an invitation sent to shortlisted candidates.

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