A Reliable and Secure Net-Zero Power System for Australia

Two PhD students will be recruited for the ARC Discovery Project ‘A Reliable and Secure Net-Zero Power System for Australia’. One student is expected to have expertise in power system analysis and data-driven modelling.  The student is expected to have specific skill in data-driven impedance modelling method for small-signal stability assessment and data-driven transient stability evaluation method. The second student is expected to have expertise in power electronics with skill in hardware experiments and some experience in small-signal and transient stability of renewables. Experience in systems level validation of hardware through hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing will be an advantage.

Power, Energy and Control Engineering discipline is one of the leading power engineering research groups in Australia with over 60 academic staff, researchers and PhD students, which is dedicated to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions for the industry. We have access to advanced simulation platforms and state-of-the-art laboratories, which includes Renewable Energy Lab, Industry 4.0 UQ Energy TestLab, Intelligent Equipment Diagnostic lab, and Australasian Transformer Innovation Centre lab facilities. These laboratories have the state-of-the-art hardware and software facilities needed for the intended research projects. We also enjoy very strong international collaborations with numerous universities and research organizations. 

This is an exciting opportunity for two PhD students to work within the discipline of power, energy and control engineering to consistently demonstrate high level industry relevant research outcome. 

This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.

Learn more about the Research project scholarship.

Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.

We take into account your:

• previous academic record
• publication record
• honours and awards
• employment history.

A working knowledge of renewable energy modelling, small signal stability, transient stability, data driven modelling, power electronics and hardware in-loop testing would be of benefit to someone working on this project.

You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field of power engineering and the potential for scholastic success.

A background or knowledge of PSCAD, PSSE and Python programming is highly desirable.

You must submit an expression of interest (EOI) by 28 December, 2025 28 December, 2025.

Before you apply

1. Check your eligibility for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
2. Prepare your documentation.
3. If you have any questions about whether the project is suitable for your research interests, contact Professor Tapan Saha (saha@eecs.uq.edu.au).

When you apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest (EOI) for the program. You don't need to apply separately for the project or scholarship. How to submit an EOI

In your EOI, complete the ‘Scholarship/Sponsorship’ section with the following details:

1. Are you applying for an advertised project: 'Yes'
2. Project: 'Research project scholarship'
3. Scholarship Code Listed in the Advertisement: NETZERO-SAHA
4. Link to Scholarship Advertisement: https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/phd-mphil-professional-doctorate/projects/reliable-and-secure-net-zero-power-system-australia

Submit an EOI