VISITING SCHOLAR- Electrical and Computer Engineering #00097978
About the Role
The Visiting Scholar will conduct fundamental research in the modeling and optimization of power distribution networks (PDNs). The research will include a comprehensive investigation of foundational PDN modeling principles, methodologies, and computational techniques. Particular emphasis will be placed on evaluating existing modeling approaches and developing improved methods to enhance computational efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
The developed and refined modeling techniques will subsequently be applied to the advancement of PDN optimization methodologies. The Visiting Scholar will investigate strategies for integrating accurate and computationally efficient models into optimization frameworks to improve PDN design, performance, and reliability. The research is expected to contribute to a deeper understanding of PDN behavior and support the development of more effective design and optimization techniques.
Requirements
- Currently working towards a Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering.
About the Department
Missouri S&T’s College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master’s and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024.
About the University
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. Founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River, it is located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in Rolla, Missouri. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T balances a broad academic population with opportunities for high visibility and impactful careers.
About the Location
Rolla, Missouri offers a high quality of life with a low cost of living, excellent schools, and safe neighborhoods. The area provides abundant outdoor recreational opportunities through the Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes. Rolla hosts multiple community events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year, including nationally renowned performers at the university’s Leach Theatre.
Benefits
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non-benefit-eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b).
Employment visa sponsorship may be available for this position.