PhD Special Call: PhD in Floating Wind Turbines and Hydrogen Production

at  Aarhus Universitet

Aarhus BSS Graduate School, Aarhus University invites applicants for a PhD Scholarship in connection with the research project TETHYS: Twinning for Excellence in Floating Wind Turbine and Hydrogen Systems at the PhD Programme Business Development and Technology. The project is funded by the European Commission (HORIZON-WIDERA-2023-ACCESS-02). The PhD position comes with a three-year full-time employment and enrolment in the PhD program.
The position is available from 1 October 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

RESEARCH AREA AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Business Development and Technology at Aarhus University (AU BTECH) is offering a PhD position in Floating Wind Turbines and Hydrogen Production, starting 31 October 2024 or earliest possible thereafter. The position is available for a 3-year period.
The PhD project at BTECH at Aarhus BSS, Aarhus University, should provide a comprehensive analysis of the financial feasibility and socioeconomic impacts of FOW-H2 systems. By integrating advanced computational tools, experimental facilities, and industry expertise, this research will pave the way for sustainable and socially accepted renewable energy solutions.
The project aims to explore the financial feasibility of Floating Offshore Wind and Hydrogen (FOW-H2) systems, with a specific focus on the interplay between end-user demand, levelized cost of energy, and hydrogen. These factors are influenced by both market conditions and policy frameworks. AU’s focus will be on green hydrogen demand, energy island breakeven prices, and digital promotional solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIFIC COMPETENCES:

We are searching for a highly motivated candidate who has a Master of Science (MSc) in Technology-Based Business Development or related areas.

Highly desired skills:

• Financial analysis: Proficiency in evaluating financial feasibility and modeling economic scenarios. Experience with cost-benefit analysis, particularly in the energy sector.
• Energy systems knowledge: Understanding of renewable energy systems, specifically Floating Offshore Wind and Hydrogen (FOW-H2).
• Familiarity with the levelized cost of energy and hydrogen production.
• Data analysis and computational skills: Expertise in handling large datasets and utilizing computational tools for energy modeling.
• Experience with High-Performance Computing (HPC) and advanced simulation techniques.

During the project you will complete a PhD education as described in the rules and regulations for the PhD programme

Please refer the Job description for details