Post Doctoral Scholar, Department of Civil Engineering

Position Description

Area: Energy System Modelling and Analysis

Duration: One year, with possibility of renewal

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: $55,000 CAD per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package

The Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for one (1) Postdoctoral Scholar focusing on building a Canadian energy system optimization model using the TEMOA modelling framework. The Postdoctoral Scholar will be housed in the Department of Civil Engineering. They will be part of an interdisciplinary team working to assess the role of chemical fuels (e.g., hydrogen, synthetic fuels) in meeting Canada’s 2050 net-zero goal by developing a Canadian energy system model.

Job Description:

The successful applicant will focus on development of the energy system model and applying the model to evaluate the role that chemical fuels can play in decarbonizing different sectors of the Canadian economy, with a special focus on heavy industry and transportation. They will work closely with project investigators with interdisciplinary backgrounds from engineering, public policy, economics, and law; and will have the opportunity to mentor graduate (PhD and MSc) students working on applying the energy system model to evaluate decarbonization options in different sectors.
The initial appointment is for one year and may be renewable for a second year, contingent on satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, climate science, environmental science, physics, economics or related field awarded and will have demonstrated skills in energy system modelling or systems-level assessments. Clear interest in interdisciplinary work in the area should be expressed in the cover letter.

• The candidate must have been awarded a PhD or equivalent within the five years immediately preceding the start date of this posting.
• Experience with energy system modelling frameworks (e.g., TEMOA, OSeMOSYS, TIMES) and methods.
• Strong written communication skills, preferably demonstrated by writing peer-review publications and technical reports.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary group involving students and faculty from a range of backgrounds, as well as external stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Efficient organizational and time management skills in setting priorities and accomplishing tasks within deadlines.

Application Details:

Apply via the UCalgary Careers web portal before May 1, 2023 at 11:59 pm (MDT). All applications must include:

• A cover letter that explains your motivation and fit for the role, including a brief summary of past, current and future research interests and accomplishments, and a firm date of availability.
• Your current curriculum vitae (CV).
• An official (or unofficial) copy of diploma(s)/university certificate(s).
• The name and contact information including email addresses for at least two (2) referees who have knowledge of your research and academic experience.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted further. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada, although others are encouraged to apply.

Please review the Postdoc Eligibility Guidelines for more information prior to applying for this position.

Additional Information

To learn more about postdoctoral scholar opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Postdoc Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Schulich School of Engineering.

The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About the University of Calgary

The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

To succeed as one of Canada’s top universities, where new ideas are created, tested and applied through first-class teaching and research, the University of Calgary needs more of the best minds in our classrooms and labs. We’re increasing our scholarly capacity by investing in people who want to change the world, bringing the best and brightest to Calgary to form a global intellectual hub and achieve advances that matter to everyone. For more information visit research.ucalgary.ca/postdocs.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from the strongest economy in the nation and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).