Student Research Assistants X 16 Northern Energy Innovation

Whitehorse, YT, Canada

Job Description


If you are interested in working with Northern Energy Innovation this summer,

this is a great opportunity for you!

Duties:

  • Assist with research project(s) in renewable energy and electric power systems in a Northern context.
  • Assist with field review(s) of electric power systems and microgrids in remote communities.
  • Perform or assist with data collection of energy demand and generation profiles for remote communities.
  • Perform background research, literature reviews, presentations, and reporting
  • Implement, validate, and document electric power system models and simulation/analysis methodologies.
  • Assist with ongoing code development.
  • Working individually and/or with a team
Qualifications:
  • University student in a relevant science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Experience with MATLAB / Simulink, computer assisted drafting (CAD) software, geographic information system (GIS) software, programming, and git are considered assets.
  • Experience with electric power system analysis software (e.g., OpenDSS, CYME, PSSE, ETAP, PSCAD, etc.) is considered an asset.
  • Prior fieldwork and/or lab experience is considered an asset.
The research assistant will work as part of the Industrial Research Chair program in Northern Energy Innovation to advance projects in renewable energy generation, energy storage, electric vehicle integration, or demand-side management. The Research Assistant will work closely with Senior Research Professionals and Research Analysts to support applied research to understand technologies and create new and innovative practices that will enhance the future of the energy industry in the area of clean energy and sustainable technology in cold climates.

For more information, please visit:

Please send your resume to Human Resources at Yukon University, indicating the employment competition number. The employment competition can be expected to open in February 2023

Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to: Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email:

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted.

Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Yukon University

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2126067
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    $21.98 - 27.48 per hour
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Whitehorse, YT, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned