Fellow (Post Doc)

This postdoctoral position supports research on the modeling, control, and optimization of inverter-penetrated power systems.
The postdoc will work as part of the Intelligent Power (IP) Lab, led by Dr. Buxin She in the Mike Wiegers Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Kansas State University, and will be responsible for advancing research and projects in areas such as advanced IBR control, dynamics-informed planning and operation, and AI-enabled grid automation. The successful candidate should be highly motivated, able to work both independently and collaboratively, and capable of producing high-quality technical outputs.
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in at least one core domain-optimization, control, or AI-and a background in either power systems or power electronics, with an emphasis on system-level modeling and analysis. Experience with strong coding skills (Python, Julia, and/or MATLAB), power system simulation tools for EMT, phasor-domain, and dispatch/market studies, and strong technical writing skills is preferred.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, as one of the eight departments within the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, has 19 faculty members and approximately 500 undergraduate and graduate students. The department is located in the new Engineering Hall equipped with the state-of-the-art research laboratories, classrooms, and office spaces. The department has strong research programs in power systems, power electronics, wireless communications, network engineering, and biomedical engineering. More information may be found at http://ece.k-state.edu/.

The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is committed to driving innovation through quality education in academic and applied learning experiences to prepare the next generation of technological leaders. As a premier institution, our mission is to educate and empower our students to address the challengers of a rapidly changing world. It is the most comprehensive engineering college in Kansas, with over 3100 undergraduate and graduate students.

Kansas State University, with its enrollment of approximately 20,000 students, is designated a Carnegie R1 (Very High Research Activity) Institution. The College of Engineering is located on the main KSU campus in Manhattan, KS. Manhattan is a family-friendly and safe community of 50,000 nestled in the scenic Flint Hills of Northeast Kansas. Manhattan offers affordable housing, outstanding schools, excellent parks and recreational facilities, an engaging cultural environment, and short commute times.

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Ph.D. research and dissertation in the area of power systems or power electronics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong expertise optimization, control, or AI, with a focus on power system applications
• Advanced proficiency in coding and power system simulation tools
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality technical publications

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Please submit the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references

Applications close on: April 16, 2026

$50,000