At the Center for Energy, we are dedicated to developing innovative solutions for future transportation and energy challenges. Our key projects focus on e-mobility, energy consumption, and energy systems, aiming to enhance the impact of e-mobility on the energy system and contribute to the European Union's climate goals.
As a PhD student in our team based in Vienna, you will have the unique opportunity to tailor your research topic based on your expertise, interests, and ongoing research. Your main goal will be to develop AI-based methods to create surrogate functions, accelerating evaluation processes during optimization approaches. This work will directly contribute to the development of a resilient and sustainable transport network and efficient electric vehicle charging management.
PhD Thesis “Sustainable AI in E-Mobility and Energy Integration”
Advance statistical models related to user behavior, charging strategies, and vehicle usage, integrating them into comprehensive mobility and energy system models.
Develop and apply new methods, conduct large-scale simulations, and analyze data to provide critical decision support for the mobility and energy revolution.
Interpret results and offer impactful recommendations for policymakers to advance climate targets, focusing on decarbonizing the mobility sector.
Forecast the impacts of the (e-)mobility sector on the energy sector from 2030 to 2050.
Plan, execute, and evaluate studies independently, prepare results for documentation and presentation, and contribute to influential research outcomes.
Contribute to a sustainable future by presenting your findings at international conferences and publishing in esteemed journals, gaining recognition in your field.
Your qualifications as an Ingenious Partner:
Completed master’s studies (MSc.) in Computer Science, Traffic Telematics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or similar.
Passionate about Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Combinatorial Optimization.
Possess top programming skills in one programming language (Python, R, Java, etc.).
Enjoy solving problems, have a team-oriented hands-on approach, and focus on creating impactful solutions.
Value teamwork and colleagues with an open and collaborative mindset, and love delving into interdisciplinary topics.
Proficient in English; German language skills are a plus.
Why you should join us:
Be part of a diverse team that values your unique perspective and encourages innovation.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of scientists from AIT and TU Delft AI Energy Lab.
Enjoy working and living in Vienna, known as the world’s most liveable city.
Travel to TU Delft for courses, training, and research discussions, broadening your academic and professional network.
Your work will make a tangible difference, playing a crucial role in the success of sector coupling research projects.
What to expect: EUR 2.684,10 gross per month (14 times / year), for 30 h / week. Plus AIT’s excellent research infrastructure and numerous trainings in scientific work for your personal and professional development. You will benefit from mentorship opportunities, supportive colleagues, formal and informal networking events, and additional company benefits.
Moreover, you will be part of our AIT PhD community with around 150 international students. As a research institution, we are familiar with the supervision of PhD theses, and we look forward to supporting and guiding you on your PhD journey!
At AIT, we have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We strive to inspire women to join our teams and welcome applications from women, who will be given preference in case of equal qualifications after considering all relevant facts and circumstances of all applications.
Please submit your application documents including CV, cover letter, and certificates online.
Would you like to know more? Please contact: Matthias PRANDTSTETTER (he/him/his), matthias.prandtstetter@ait.ac.at
