PhD Positions

This task will involve the assessment of the solutions developed within the GRAVITEQA project with regard to their compatibility with EU climate targets, through three parallel evaluation activities.

The Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA) will compare alternative configurations based on an equipment and operating cost library, calculating ROI, payback periods, and present values, with income statements and capital budgeting reports as deliverables.

The environmental assessment will be conducted through Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in accordance with ISO 14040/44 (cradle-to-grave, four phases), following the ILCD and PEF methodologies and comparing the proposed solutions with conventional systems.

Technical feasibility will be verified using the KPIs obtained from the validation activities under Task 4.4.

The overall objective is to document an adoption pathway for scaling up the solutions to higher Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) across various sectors in the EU.

The candidate is also expected to contribute to the preparation of the following deliverable:

• D2.3: Environmental and Techno-Economic Evaluation of the GRAVITEQA Solutions to Fulfil EU Climate Targets

WP3: Innovative Tools Development for T&D Grids Reliability and Circularity in Decommissioning

and, more specifically, in the following task:

Task 3.3: Holistic Methodology for Circular Decommissioning of Abandoned Mines and Conventional Power Plants Using Large-Scale Storage

A general, holistic methodology will be developed to identify the optimal energy storage technology (or optimal mix of technologies) for transforming a decommissioned lignite-fired power plant and an abandoned mine into a Large-Scale Long-Duration Energy Storage (LDES) facility.

Initially, existing mathematical and simulation models of the various technologies will be assessed, taking into account the specific characteristics of the application environment, including limited space, existing structural materials, and geological data, as well as the thermal, hydraulic, and mechanical characteristics of each solution.

Subsequently, an optimization algorithm will be developed with the objective of maximizing profitability. The algorithm will take as inputs the heterogeneous physical characteristics of each technology and market prices for grid ancillary services, including FCR, aFRR, mFRR, inertia, and voltage regulation, while imposing reconstruction cost as a constraint.

Different optimization scenarios will be used to derive alternative hybrid configurations. Finally, a management algorithm will be developed to integrate the operating principles of the individual technologies, enabling the coordinated provision of grid ancillary services.

The candidate is also expected to contribute to the preparation of the following deliverable:

D3.2: Innovative Tools for T&D Reliability and Circularity in Decommissioning

Where to apply

E-mail: rc-proskliseis@uowm.gr

Requirements

• Research Field: Engineering » Computer engineering
• Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

1. University Degree/Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics, Computer Engineering and Telecommunications, Electronics and Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering and Computer Engineering, Information and Communication Systems Engineering, Computer Telecommunications and Networks Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Technology, Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering, Informatics, Applied Informatics, or an equivalent degree or diploma from a Higher Education Institution (HEI), the Hellenic Open University (HOU), or a Programme of Study (P.S.E.) of an HEI, or a degree/diploma of equivalent content and specialization from a Higher Education Institution, the Hellenic Open University (HOU), or a Programme of Study (P.S.E.) in Greece, or an equivalent qualification in the corresponding field from an institution abroad, recognized by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center (DOATAP).
2. Good command of the English language, at B2 level.
3. PhD candidate in a field of study related to the subject matter of the project. The candidate status must be documented by an official certificate issued by the relevant Department.

Specific Requirements

1. Publications in international scientific journals related to the subject matter of the position.
2. Presentations at international peer-reviewed scientific conferences related to the subject matter of the position.
3. Very good or excellent command of the English language, at C1 or C2 level.

• Languages: ENGLISH
• Level: Basic
• Research Field: Engineering » Computer engineering

Internal Application form(s) needed

81338_Call_RC_UoWM_103_2025_english.pdf (English) (258.65 KB - PDF)

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Additional Information

Work Location(s)

• Number of offers available: 1
• Company/Institute: RESEARCH COMMITTEE UOWM
• Country: Greece
• City: Kozani
• Postal Code: 50150

Contact

• City: Kozani
• Website: http://rc.uowm.gr
• Street: Koila Kozanis
• Postal Code: 50100
• E-Mail: rc-proskliseis@uowm.gr