"Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Power Systems Stability"

Job Description:

• School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 3 years
• Base salary will be in the range $82,057.75 - $109,246.18 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

By 2050, solar, wind, and energy storage will dominate our electricity grid—but ensuring stability is critical. This ARC Discovery Project is developing advanced, data-driven models and tools to integrate renewable generators securely into Renewable Energy Zones (REZs). Our goal: a reliable, affordable, and resilient decarbonised power system for Australia.

Key responsibilities will include:

Research:

• Extensive experience in power systems stability assessment when only black box models are available.
• Develop new data-driven impedance modelling method for small-signal stability assessment.
• Develop novel data-driven transient stability evaluation method.
• Assist validation of developed tools through real-time simulation work.
• Produce quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing or exhibiting in high-quality outlets.
• During the Fellow’s three-year contract at UQ, submit at least one fellowship/project application for competitive research funding.
• Work with colleagues in the development of joint research projects and applications for competitive research funding support.
• Develop a coherent research program and an emerging research profile.
• Review and draw upon best practice research methodologies.

Supervision, Training and Researcher Development:

Supervise Honours and Higher Degree Research students, supervise and manage researcher development, develop Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses for outside professionals, resolve conflicts, and ensure correct remuneration and benefits.

Citizenship and Service:

Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About You

• Completion or near completion of a PhD in the electrical engineering discipline area.
• An emerging profile in research in the Power System discipline area (e.g. small-signal and transient stability).
• Experience with data-driven modelling and real-time digital simulation
• Experience with EMT modelling using commercial tools
• Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
• Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Tapan Saha at saha@eecs.uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• Cover letter responding to the ‘About You’ section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 14 January 2026 at 11:00 pm AEST (R-58820). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for early February 2026.