Water Power Technologies: Alaska Embedded Fellowship

STIPEND RANGE: $65,000 - $115,000 (and up - *Stipend rates are determined by DOE officials and are based on the candidate’s academic and professional background.)

BENEFITS:

·       Competitive stipend

·       Health insurance allowance

·       $7,500 relocation reimbursement

·       Up to $10,000 research materials and travel allowance

·       Federal Holidays observed

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The Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Science, Technology, and Policy (STP) Program serves as a next step in the educational and professional development of scientists, engineers, and professionals by providing opportunities to participate in policy-related projects at DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) in Washington, D.C. Participants will become part of a group of highly-trained scientists, engineers, and policy experts with the education, background, and experience to support DOE's mission and transition to a clean energy economy.

The Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO) is seeking a Fellow to engage with the DOE's Arctic Energy Office in Alaska. The Fellow will, by being embedded in the state of Alaska (either Anchorage or Fairbanks) learn how the Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO) and Arctic Energy Office carry out their work on water-power related topics within the state of Alaska. The Fellow will also gain hands-on experience by applying their knowledge within specific fields of expertise aligned with the Offices' work areas, especially as it pertains to Alaska energy issues and needs. This will include engaging in both marine (tidal and riverine hydrokinetic) technologies, as well as conventional hydropower. WPTO carries out early-stage research and development to advance the U.S. hydropower fleet and new marine energy technologies, as well as works to facilitate the development and deployment of new technologies and project operational strategies with respect to water power's contributions to a clean energy economy in an environmentally sound and cost-effective way through focused research and development, stakeholder collaboration, and funding opportunities. This Fellowship will last one year, with the opportunity to renew for additional years at the discretion of the sponsoring office.

Under guidance of a mentor, learning opportunities and professional development activities may include:

• Learning to collaborate in a dynamic team setting to understand key technological, ecological, regulatory and socio-economic issues and best practices for environmentally sustainable water power technologies development;

• Participating in research necessary to understand water power's role in the evolution of the Alaska electric grid, the capability and constraints associated with that role, and identifying the new technologies necessary to ensure that water power provides the necessary future grid services

• Learning to identify local stakeholders and rights-holders including relevant environmental agencies, as well as grid and non-grid activities that may present a barrier or opportunity for marine energy integration

• Learning how to map community engagement organizations that would help Alaskans learn about marine energies and their uses

• Learning how to identify best potential Alaska communities that would be interested in exploring marine energy, hydrokinetic, hydropower, and pumped storage hydro solutions in the future

• Interacting with local Alaska communities, including tribal entities, as well as with industry, owners, operators and other power providers, and environmental groups to understand how these groups determine their highest priorities for future research

• Observing, interacting with, and analyzing activities of the other DOE renewable energy technology offices and other federal agencies, state and local governments, and other non-governmental organizations with equities in Alaska energy issues

• Participating in the creation and learning how to manage an engineering field-research program for marine energy technologies

It is expected that the selected Fellow will reside in Alaska for the duration of the Fellowship in order to fully embed with the state and its local communities, and to interact with Alaska energy stakeholders on a regular basis. Travel to Washington, D.C. and Golden, CO, as well as travel to relevant conferences, may be required. 

Location: Anchorage, AK or Fairbanks, AK 

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Stipend and Benefits 

WPTO offers a competitive monthly stipend for participation in this program determined on an individual basis. This Fellowship also offers a range of additional benefits including: medical, dental, and vision insurance, and Federal holidays. Relocation expenses incurred in relocating from current address to Alaska will be reimbursed in a one-time, lump sum payment of $7,500 (if host facility more than 50 miles from the address shown on the application). Fellows will also receive a travel and research allowance of $10,000 per appointment year to cover expenses for scientific and professional development activities. Fellows may be offered an extension for additional years with an increase in stipend and cost of living adjustment. Past Fellows have gone on to take a wide range of permanent positions in industry, academia, and government. 

For more information about DOE's Arctic Energy Office, please visit https://www.energy.gov/arctic/about-arctic-energy-office.

Appointment Start Date

Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected applicant. Applications are reviewed on an on-going basis and appointments will be offered as qualified candidates are identified over the course of the application cycle, which is usually open for at least one year.

Requirements

To be eligible for this opportunity, applicants must:

• Be currently pursuing, or have completed requirements for, a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree.
• Be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident of the United States (LPR).

Desired candidate qualifications are:

• Knowledge of or experience in or with Alaska energy issues, policies, or organizations.

• Understanding of advanced concepts, principles, and practices of energy efficiency and renewable energy systems and technologies in the assigned program area.

• Expert knowledge of energy technologies in order to recognize realistic opportunities for renewable energy efficiency or alternative energy technologies based on practical considerations and cost/benefit potentials.

• Extensive knowledge of the Energy Policy Act of 1992; National Energy Conservation Policy Act; Title IV, Part B of the Energy Conservation and Production Act; Energy Policy and Conservation Act; Energy Security Act; and the DOE Financial Assistance Regulations.

• Knowledge of policy analysis and evaluation.

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, practices and techniques of marketing and communication.

• Knowledge of Federal and departmental goals, policy, programs, projects, and efforts related to assigned program areas.

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups at all levels, both orally and in writing.

Questions? Email DOE-RPP@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code [DOE-EERE-STP-WPTO-2024-3000] for this opportunity in the subject line of your email.