Postdoctoral researcher - Low carbon transition of electricity systems, Environmental Markets Lab (emLab), University of California Santa Barbara
Postdoctoral researcher - Low carbon transition of electricity systems, Environmental Markets Lab (emLab), University of California Santa Barbara
University of California Santa Barbara
in Santa Barbara, CA
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $69,073 - $85,000 per year
Posted: Today
Application Due: 09/30/2026
Category: Civil and Environmental Engineering; +1
Postdoctoral researcher - Low carbon transition of electricity systems, Environmental Markets Lab (emLab), University of California Santa Barbara
University of California Santa Barbara
Position overview
Position title: Postdoctoral researcher - Low carbon transition of electricity systems Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position at 100% time is $69,073 to $85,000. Percent time: 100% Anticipated start: The start date is negotiable. Ideally the position starts May 1, 2026 or later. Position duration: This is a 2-year initial appointment Application Window
Open date: February 23, 2026
Next review date: Monday, Mar 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Environmental Markets Lab (emLab - https://emlab.ucsb.edu) and Clean Energy Transformation Lab (CETlab - https://cetlab.es.ucsb.edu/) at the University of California Santa Barbara invite applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position to lead research in low-carbon transitions in electricity systems in India and other regions. Efforts will include developing operations and planning models of electricity systems, power flow and transmission analysis, load forecasting, and climate impacts analysis. The postdoctoral scholar will be expected to lead or contribute to peer-reviewed publications and open-source modeling software, present research findings to a diverse group of stakeholders, conduct training of stakeholders, and develop policy briefs and reports for funders and agencies. The postdoctoral scholar will work closely with the PI, Ranjit Deshmukh, as well as with emLab and CETlab graduate students, postdocs, and lab collaborators.
The Environmental Markets Lab (emLab) is a team of scientists based at UC Santa Barbara that advances economic research to deliver practical solutions for people and the planet. In collaboration with implementing partners, we design, test, and implement scalable solutions that work across boundaries-connecting science with policy, data with decisions, and ambition with action-to create pathways toward a future where environmental and human well being mutually reinforce one another. We endeavor to foster an inclusive, collaborative work environment to bring interdisciplinary expertise to solve critical environmental problems. The CETlab focuses on low carbon and just transitions in energy systems by applying energy systems modeling, empirical analyses, and social science research methods. Ongoing CETlab projects are focused on understanding and supporting clean energy transitions in the United States, India, and Sub-Saharan Africa through modeling and development of decision-support tools. Lab projects include the Multi-criteria Analysis for Planning Renewable Energy (MapRE) initiative, a spatial analysis platform for planning renewable energy deployment, and GridPath, an electricity system planning and operations analysis platform.
This appointment includes a competitive benefits package with medical, dental and vision insurance and a UC retirement plan. Salary is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications and experience.
Department: https://msi.ucsb.edu/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Applicants must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. (or equivalent) except the dissertation in engineering, interdisciplinary energy studies, or a related field at the time of application.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
PhD in engineering, interdisciplinary energy studies, or a closely related field at the time of appointment.
Preferred qualifications
Domain knowledge in energy studies, power systems, renewable energy grid integration, and optimization models.
Extensive experience with managing, processing, and analyzing large datasets and strong programming skills especially in Python.
Experience working with transmission power flow and machine learning models.
Strong scientific writing, presentation skills, and interest in and track record of publishing in top academic journals is preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with academic, NGO and government partners, and to work effectively as part of a highly collaborative research team.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Writing Sample - Submit paper or other writing sample
Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)
The search committee will contact references of the top candidate(s) after the interviews. After references are checked, a top candidate will be chosen.
Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03065
Help contact: lswanson@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
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Job location
Santa Barbara, CA UCSB
To apply, please visit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03065
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6.爱尔兰都柏林大学学院心理学学院招聘博士后研究员
UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1, UCD School of Psychology, Temporary, 01 September 2026 to 31 August 2027 (with possibility of extension)
UCD School of Psychology, University College Dublin
Deadline: 01 May 2026
£46,805 to £53,391 Euro, Per Annum
Contact: HR Helpdesk
Applications are invited for a temporary post of a UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 within the UCD School of Psychology.
Youth in Europe may be the first generation of native EU citizens in their country; their support for and identification with Europe are essential for peace on the continent. Identity formation is an essential development task across the lifespan; yet in middle childhood and early adolescence, there is low identity complexity. Therefore, it is essential to understand how children and adolescents develop and identify with superordinate categories (e.g. being European), and the impact of those identities on individual (e.g. well-being, civic engagement) and societal outcomes (e.g. social cohesion, peace).
GENERATION EU has three aims. First, GENERATION EU will explore the development and predictors of European identity within and between countries, regions, and social groups, alongside changes over time. Second, GenEU will investigate the impact of European identity – on individual children and adolescents, as well as on society as whole. Third, a paradox of inclusion is often excluding others. GENERATION EU will trace the potential unintended negative consequences or backlash effects of European identity.
More specifically, this role will advance studies across three of GENERATION EU’s Work Package, spanning childhood and adolescence. The role will include designing, implementing and analysing a 3-wave quasi-experimental, accelerated longitudinal study in primary schools, as well as secondary data wrangling and analyses on large, cross-national datasets from dozens of countries across 4 waves on adolescent identity, school experiences, and social outcomes. This role will also entail project and lab management, data visualisation, co-supervision of research assistants, and science communication and dissemination for policy impact.
Salary Range: €46,805 - €53,391 Per Annum
Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 01 May 2026.
Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.
UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CVs submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.
The PD1 position is intended for early-stage researchers, either just after completion of a PhD or for someone entering a new area for the first time. If you have already completed your PD1 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD1, or you are an external applicant whose total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 4 years, you should not apply and should refer to PD2 posts instead.
Prior to application, further information (including application procedure) should be obtained from the Work at UCD website: https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/