Imperial College London PhD Studentship in Fast Zonal Control for Voltage 2026/27

This PhD project will develop and validate fast, zonal voltage control strategies for power grids with high penetrations of inverter-based resources (IBRs). The research will focus on grid segmentation methods, coordinated voltage control across zones and scalable architectures that enhance voltage stability. The work involves dynamic modelling, advanced control design, simulation, and validation on benchmark power systems. An optional research secondment with GE Vernova will provide opportunities to gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art. The successful applicant will work in the Control and Power Group at Imperial College London. They will join a team of around 12-15 researchers working in the area of stability and control of power grids with high shares IBRs. 

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineAugust 14, 2026
• ValueFully Funded
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorImperial College London
• City to studyLondon
• School to studyImperial College London
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Full tuition fees up to Overseas rate and UKRI London rate stipend for 3.5 years

Requirements

• Applicants should have a first-class Master’s degree (or other equivalent experience).
• The successful candidate will have an excellent understanding in power system dynamics, power electronics and control.
• Experience in working with power systems dynamic simulation will be helpful, but not necessary to apply for the position.

Please note: This is available to new entrants only. Students already studying the course are not eligible.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Please choose Electrical and Electronic Engineering Research Program and Control and Power Group, then indicate Professor Balarko Chaudhuri as a potential supervisor when making the application. The application should include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and your CV (maximum 2 pages). 
• Please make sure that your cover letter and CV provide adequate information on your academic ability, research potential, communication and engagement skills and your interest in the research topic. Early applications are encouraged. The post is preferred for candidates who can start at the beginning of Spring term (3rd January 2027). 

For further details of the post, please contact Professor Balarko Chaudhuri ([email protected]).

For queries regarding the application process, please contact [email protected]

For more information, kindly visit Imperial College London webpage.