Post Doctoral

Department Contact:

Di Shi, dshi@nmsu.edu, (575) 646-3704

Internal or External Search:

External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary:

Join our research team to lead the development of next-generation power system models and long-term infrastructure strategies. This role focuses on optimizing the reliability, efficiency, and economic viability of the modern electrical grid.

Position Details Position Title:

Post Doctoral College/Division:

Engineering College Department:

360750-KLIPSCH

SCH OF ELECT AND COMPUTER E

Location:

Las Cruces Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:

60,000

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:

1.0

FLSA Status :

Exempt Bargaining Unit Announcement:

This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding:

Contingent upon external funding

Standard Work Schedule:

Standard (M-F, 8-5) If Not a

Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Model Development:

(1) Develop and implement advanced power system models, including electricity market simulation tools, to support research objectives. (2) Create power system techno-economic models to analyze and improve the reliability and efficiency of the electrical grid. (3) Design and implement power system planning models for long-term infrastructure assessment and expansion planning.

Mentorship and Guidance:

(1) Provide mentorship and guidance to undergraduate and graduate students participating in research projects. (2) Foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment to support the academic and professional development of students.

Proposal Development:

(1) Assist in the development of research proposals for funding opportunities, including federal grants, foundation grants, and industry-sponsored projects. (2) Collaborate with the principal investigator and research team to conceptualize, structure, and write compelling research proposals.

Qualifications Required Education and Experience:

Required Education:

Doctorate degree in related field.;

Required Experience:

No previous work experience required.;

Equivalency:

None;

Required Certification/License:

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort Environment:

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort:

Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements:

Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk:

No or very limited exposure to physical risk.