Joshua S. Stein
About Joshua S. Stein
Joshua S. Stein is a Senior Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories, specializing in the modeling and simulation of photovoltaic systems.
Company
Joshua S. Stein is currently employed at Sandia National Laboratories, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Sandia National Laboratories is a multidisciplinary research and development organization that aims to provide innovative science and technology solutions. Within Sandia, Stein has served in various significant roles, highlighting his extensive experience and contributions in the field.
Title
Joshua S. Stein holds the title of Senior Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories. Alongside this, he is also recognized as a Distinguished Member of the Technical Staff within the same organization. These titles are reflective of his deep expertise and substantial contributions to research and development projects under his purview.
Education and Expertise
Joshua S. Stein earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences from the University of California, Santa Cruz, between 1995 and 2000. Prior to this, he achieved a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences from Wesleyan University, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. His academic background has laid a robust foundation for his extensive research in the fields of geological sciences and applied geophysics.
Research and Specialization
Joshua S. Stein specializes in the modeling and simulation of photovoltaic systems. His work focuses on optimizing the design and efficiency of these systems. He conducts analysis on bifacial photovoltaic modules, performs uncertainty quantification, and carries out sensitivity studies on complex systems. Additionally, his research extends to examining the interactions between engineered systems and the natural environment.
Professional Background
Before securing his current senior roles, Joshua S. Stein held the position of Principal Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories from 2009 to 2012. He also has experience in academia, having worked as a High School Science and Math Teacher at Colorado Rocky Mountain School between 2000 and 2001. Stein started his career as a Graduate Student at UC Santa Cruz from 1995 to 2000, during which he developed his foundational knowledge and research skills.