Postdoctoral Scholar – Stochastic Modeling for Renewable Energy at University of California, Sa[...]

Postdoctoral Scholar – Stochastic Modeling for Renewable Energy at University of California, Santa Barbara

Jul 10, 2020


A postdoctoral position in stochastic modeling is available in the research group of Professor Mike Ludkovski in the Department of Statistics & Applied Probability at the University of California Santa Barbara. The position involves collaborative research on the ARPA-E project ‘Stochastic Models, Indices & Optimization Algorithms for Pricing & Hedging Reliability Risks in Modern Power Grids’ to develop data-driven large-scale stochastic simulations of renewable energy . The candidate should have expertise in at least one of the following areas: stochastic simulation, spatio-temporal statistics, energy finance, or machine learning. The projects also provide potential opportunities to be involved in activities at the laboratories.


Postdoctoral appointments are full-time training programs of advanced academic preparation and research training under the mentorship of a faculty member.


Basic Qualifications:

To apply for this position, applicants must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. (or equivalent) except the dissertation in Statistics, Financial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related discipline at the time of application.


Additional Qualifications:

Ph.D. conferred by the anticipated appointment start date.


Qualifications:

Prior experience in any of statistical machine learning, modeling of renewable resources (solar, wind, temperature), stochastic analysis, and mathematical finance. Strong programming skills, including knowledge of R and Python, and expertise in scientific computation are desirable.


The initial appointment will be for one (1) year with a possible two (2) year reappointment based on the continuation of funding and performance.


Application Process:

For primary consideration, interested candidates should use the following link to submit a completed application including an up-to-date curriculum vitae, cover letter, statement of research, and three letters of reference by July 15, 2020. We strongly encourage applicants to submit an optional Statement of Contributions to . These statements, if submitted, will be reviewed for evidence of teaching, research, professional, and/or public service contributions that promote and equal opportunity, such as effective strategies used for the educational advancement, retention, and mentoring of students in various under-represented groups.


The anticipated start date is October 1, 2020 but no later than January 1, 2021.


The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the & excellence of the academic community through teaching, research, and service.


The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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