Coastal modelling research engineer

14 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

BRGM

Research Field

Geosciences » Geology

Researcher Profile

Established Researcher (R3)

Country

France

Application Deadline

14 Apr 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Offer Starting Date

1 Oct 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

2024-2478

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Joining the French Geological Survey (BRGM) means becoming part of France's leading public institution for Earth Science applications bringing together 1,000 wholeheartedly committed experts across 29 bases in Mainland and Overseas France.
BRGM focuses on enhancing geological knowledge and understanding of surface and sub-surface-related phenomena, with a view to: meeting the challenges of environmental changes through innovative projects with societal implications.

Climate change has accelerated the ambitious program on renewable energy, like the green deal (from European commission) or the Sustainable Energy for all initiative (from United Nations), which aims to develop an efficient, low-carbon and environmentally friendly resource.

You will be mainly responsible for :

- Contribute to coastal hydrodynamics modelling for the characterisation of marine submersion hazards;
- Contribute to research, studies and expertise relating to submersion issues (extreme events, hazards, future projections, etc.);
- Contribute your skills to various BRGM multidisciplinary teams (technical and scientific centres in Orléans and Bordeaux, regional divisions) and partners (academic; research centres, etc.);
- Write study reports, short notes or summaries;
- Enhance and disseminate results (oral and written communications, scientific publications);
- Contribute to the development of BRGM's research activities in natural coastal hazards (regional, national and European research projects) through contributions to tender packages in response to calls for projects (e.g. ANR, Horizon Europe, etc.), in line with scientific partnerships of national and international excellence;

Context and contributions of the position 

The role of the Risks and Prevention Division is to develop scientific research, assist public policy and provide expertise to companies and the international community in the fields of natural risks (earthquakes, volcanoes, gravity, cavities, soil erosion, coastal zones, climate change) and technological risks associated with the subsoil (geological storage, subsoil exploitation and development, post-mining).

You will be joining the Coastal Risks and Climate Change unit, which works more specifically on coastal risks linked to erosion, changes in the coastline and marine submersion, taking into account the effects of climate change, for the purposes of prevention, crisis management and territorial adaptation.

The unit's activity is based on research carried out within the framework of mainly national and European projects, which feed into support activities for national and international public policies, as well as expertise.

Requirements

Research Field

Geosciences » Geology

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Requested start date : 01/10/2024
Education : MSc or equivalent higher education qualification
Experience : 1 - 5 years

You will demonstrate the following skills and abilities :

- Practice of numerical modelling tools for coastal processes (sea levels, waves, submersion, etc.) with the implementation of high-performance numerical tools in an HPC framework;
- Knowledge of hydrodynamic processes in coastal areas; - Handling and processing of data (e.g. topo-bathymetry, meteorological / hydrodynamic data)
- Practice of Fortran, C, C++ programming languages as well as R, Matlab or Python is a plus;
- Practice of a Geographic Information System tool (e.g. Qgis) is a plus;
- Fluency in French and English (oral and written) essential (TOEIC 800 minimum); - Accurate and rigorous, you will ensure the reliability of your work:
- Excellent interpersonal skills, availability, organisation and rigour in carrying out, organising and reporting work;
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-theme teams (engineers, researchers, technicians);
- Fluency in speaking and ability to write technical reports and scientific articles (in French and English) and present scientific and technical results;
- Autonomy and sense of responsibility.

Specific Requirements

The position is full-time and may involve regular travel in France and abroad.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information
Benefits

In an environment that is conducive to work/life balance, thanks in particular to teleworking, BRGM stands out for its caring and friendly atmosphere.

HRS4R accredited in 2021, our aim is to support you throughout your professional life at BRGM. We offer a wide range of facilities to help you develop your skills and expertise, with opportunities for career development and geographical mobility.

At BRGM, you will enjoy a number of benefits, such as a 13-month salary, time off work, luncheon vouchers, holiday and leisure benefits, etc.

Selection process

BRGM guarantees a transparent recruitment procedure. To apply, send us your application (updated CV and covering letter) by 14/04/2024.

Please note that all our posts are open to all, because at BRGM we are committed to diversity!

We will consider your application as soon as the vacancy has been advertised. If your application is successful, we will contact you for recruitment interviews during which you will talk to the recruiting management, the HR department and a cross-functional department.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

BRGM

Country

France

City

PESSAC

Postal Code

33600

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://brgm-recrute.talent-soft.com/job/job-coastal-modelling-research-enginee…

Contact

City

Orléans cedex 2

Website

https://www.brgm.fr/

Street

3, Avenue C. Guillemin BP 6009

Postal Code

45060

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED