Researcher in Flexibility-Oriented Energy Markets and Systems

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, AAU Energy, a position as Assistant Professor in Flexibility-Oriented Energy Markets and Systems, is open for appointment from January 1, 2026, or soon hereafter. The position is a full-time position for 3 years.

Your work tasks and competencies

The position is offered in relation to the research group "Intelligent Energy Systems and Flexible Markets (iGRIDS)" and the Researcher will be positioned to the section for “Electric Power Systems and Microgrids”.
The research areas will focus on developing models, methods, and tools to support the coordinated utilization of flexibility across energy systems and markets. The successful candidate must have experience and competences in the following areas:

• Modelling and simulation of flexible, integrated energy systems, including applications in ports, eco-industrial parks, and energy communities
• Design of energy markets for the procurement and activation of flexibility services at TSO/DSO levels
• Development of business models supporting flexible energy production, storage, and consumption
• Techno-economic and operational analysis of flexibility strategies and digital market mechanisms

Expertise in hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) testing and coding skills using Python or JAVA programming is an advantage. Some teaching activities within the research area and collaboration with our team for translating research ideas into project proposals, is expected. English proficiency at CEFR C1 (IELTS 6.5) or above is highly recommended.

Qualification requirements

Researcher
Appointment as researcher requires academic qualifications at PhD level. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment. 

Who we are
 Aalborg University contributes to the knowledge building of the global society as well as the development of prosperity, welfare and culture of Danish society. This is accomplished through research, research-based education, public sector services and knowledge collaboration. Aalborg University educates students for the future and activities are based on a dynamic and transformative collaboration with the surrounding community.

AAU Energy is a dynamic engineering research department in continuous growth and inspiring surroundings.
AAU Energy has a very international environment and covers all areas of clean and sustainable energy systems of the future within electrical, thermal and mechatronic energy technology. AAU Energy has campuses in both Aalborg and Esbjerg, this position is located in Aalborg.

The mission is to be world leading in both research and research-based education of the energy engineers of the future. AAU Energy has approx. 300 employees of many nationalities, of which 25 are administrative staff. In addition, AAU Energy constantly has approx. 50-70 guest researchers from around the world.

Research and teaching are in the absolute world elite in the field of energy, and we have extensive and leading workshop and laboratory facilities, where research and innovation are carried out in direct collaboration with industry to a great extent.   

How to apply  
Your application must include the following: 

• Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position 
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
• Diplomas (master's degree diploma and PhD diploma) 
• List of publications, with an indication of the attached publications that you wish to be taken into account in the assessment.

For a position as researcher you may attach a maximum of five publications.

• Documentation of teaching qualifications, please see guidelines for teaching portfolio at The Faculty of Engineering and Science. If this is not enclosed, the applicant must enclose the reasons for this .
• Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations etc. 
• Additional qualifications in relation to the position 
• References/recommendations 

You can read more about the requirements for your application here.    

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.  

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position. 

Do you have any questions? 
If you have any questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us.
For professional information, please contact Professor Amjad Anvari-Moghaddam, aam@energy.aau.dk. Other questions, please contact HR AAU Energy: hr@energy.aau.dk. 

Further information 
Read more about our recruitment process here   

The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process here.  

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace. 

Read more about AAU at www.aau.dk.
Read more about the AAU Energy at www.energy.aau.dk.

Salary and terms of employment  
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish). 

Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (only in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (only in Danish).