PhD Studentship: Health-Aware Energy Management for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly qualified individual to pursue a Ph.D. in the field of Health Aware Energy Management for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs). This research position is available at Birmingham CASE Automotive Research and Education Centre, University of Birmingham. 

Project Overview: The focus of this Ph.D. research is on advancing the state-of-the-art energy management strategies for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles, with a particular emphasis on health monitoring and management of fuel cell systems. As FCEVs continue gaining traction as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional vehicles, ensuring their energy systems' optimal performance and health is crucial for widespread adoption.

Research Objectives:

• Develop advanced energy management systems for real-time health monitoring of fuel cell systems in FCEVs.
• Investigate novel methods for predicting and diagnosing potential issues in fuel cell stacks.
• Design and implement energy management strategies that optimize the overall efficiency and health of the fuel cell system.

Requirements:

• A Master's degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Control Engineering or a related field.
• Published one paper in SCI-indexed Q1 journal papers with the first authorship.
• Strong background in control systems, power electronics, and/or energy systems.
• Experience with modelling and simulation tools relevant to fuel cell/battery control systems.
• Excellent programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a research team.
• For international students, IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band or other equivalent English language qualifications.

Benefits:

• Directly funded scholarship support, including a stipend or tuition waiver.
• Access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities.
• Collaborative research opportunities with world-leading industry partners.
• Mentorship from experienced faculty members with expertise in sustainable electrification technologies.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents to Dr Ji Li (https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/staff/profiles/mechanical/ji-li ) Email: [email protected]  Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing academic and research experience. A cover letter outlining research interests and motivations for pursuing a Ph.D. in health-aware energy management for FCEVs.

Funding notes:

Directly funded scholarship support, including a stipend or tuition waiver.