Research Opportunities

Artificial Intelligence

Work description

1) Development of workflows and methods enabling AI testing to support the safe operation of local energy communities and microgrids.

2) Develop methodologies for assessing the robustness and safety of AI-based decision and control systems, considering risk assessment aligned with the EU AI Act.

3) Validate the developed methodologies on real data and with real consumers/prosumers.

4) Dissemination of the work in international journals and/or conferences

Minimum profile required

Previous academic background in or electrical engineering or applied mathematics or computer science or informatics or similar

Preference factors

• Past experience (or academic background) with machine learning;
• Academic background in energy systems;
• Programming knowledge in Python;

Application Period

Since 26 Sep 2024 to 25 Oct 2024

Centre

Power and Energy Systems

Scientific Advisor

Ricardo Jorge Bessa

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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