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Description
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow in the research group headed by Dr. Hari S. Ganesh (https://iitgn.ac.in/faculty/chemical/fac-hari). The title of the project is “Multiparametric Scenario-Based Stochastic Model Predictive Control Development and Application to Smart Buildings”.
Position
- Postdoctoral Fellow
The candidate is expected to develop and/or apply an advanced model predictive control technique (MPC) to a smart building system and compare the control performance against conventional MPC. To accomplish the task, the candidate is expected to have knowledge of control theory, optimization, and numerical methods. Knowledge of MPC, optimal control, adaptive control, and moving horizon estimation is desirable. Moreover, computer programming skills in either MATLAB or Python is required. Independent work, good writing skills, and excellent communication skills are desired in addition to the aforementioned technical skills.
Title of the Project
Multiparametric Scenario-Based Stochastic Model Predictive Control Development and Application to Smart Buildings
Eligibility
PhD (graduated or submitted thesis) in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, and related fields.
Duration: 1 year (extendable for 1 more year based on performance and/or funding availability).
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- Remuneration Rs. 50,000 + Rs. 10,000 HRA per month.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are requested to send the following documents via email to [email protected] with a subject line “Postdoc_HSG_IITGN_2021”. The documents must be combined into a single pdf and emailed as an attachment.
- Resume containing details such as date of birth, educational qualifications including CGPA/percentage marks, list of publications, experience, and contact details such as email address and phone number.
- A one-page summary of past research.
- A one-page write up about the motivation to take up the postdoc position and future career goals.
- Transcripts of course work starting from undergraduate education.
- Two letters of recommendations emailed directly by the referees to the above email id.
The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online. The last date for receiving applications is August 30, 2021.
Important Date
Application Submission Deadline August 30, 2021
Job Location 🇮🇳
Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar, Palaj, Gujarat 382355
For Additional Information
Highlights
- Government Job Opportunity in Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
- Monthly Salary Rs. 50,000 + Rs. 10,000 HRA per month
- Job Opportunity for Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science