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Phd Hydrogeochemistry and geophysics
Organisation/Company: BRGMResearch Field: Geosciences » HydrologyResearcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)Positions: PhD PositionsCountry: FranceApplication Deadline: 30 Sep 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)Type of Contract: TemporaryJob Status: Full-timeHours Per Week: 35Offer Starting Date: 4 Nov 2024Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programmeReference Number: 2024-2534Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? NoOffer Description
Joining the French Geological Survey (BRGM) means becoming part of France’s leading public institution for Earth Science applications, bringing together 1,000 committed experts across 29 bases in France and overseas. BRGM focuses on enhancing geological knowledge and understanding of surface and sub-surface-related phenomena, aiming to meet the challenges of environmental changes through innovative projects with societal implications.We offer a highly motivating environment within the Energy & Environmental Geosciences team at ISTO and the Water Department at BRGM, along with all the necessary equipment and lab space. The city of Orleans is renowned for its quality of life and is close to Paris (about one hour by train).The University of Orléans advocates gender equality. Women are strongly encouraged to apply, and equally qualified severely handicapped applicants will be given preference. The working language will be either French or English, depending on the doctoral fellow’s preferred language.We offer a three-year PhD fellowship at the Earth Sciences Institute of Orléans University in collaboration with BRGM.Supervision: Christophe Tournassat (ISTO) / Philippe Leroy (BRGM)The candidate will address hydrogeophysical signals obtained from electrical methods related to coupled ion transport processes at the pore scale, which are probed at a larger scale using field geophysical measurements. The classical interpretation of such signals is based on inversion methods that relate the signal to an in situ parameter of interest, but due to the complexity of natural systems, this method does not ensure unique interpretation.A forward modeling approach that considers the full complexity of the system would provide a sensitivity analysis of the interpretations. In this PhD thesis project, the candidate will use recent developments at ISTO, BRGM (France), and LBNL (USA) to conduct forward modeling of electrical signals in hydrogeophysics using a reactive transport modeling approach.We welcome applicants with a Master's degree in engineering or natural sciences (Earth sciences, chemistry, or physics). Experience in numerical modeling is required, and good knowledge of fluid mechanics and transport processes, as well as experience with Matlab or Python, will be appreciated. The doctoral fellow should cooperate closely with the supervisors and possibly others, requiring interdisciplinary work and good organizational skills. Fluency in English (oral and written) is expected.BRGM promotes a healthy work/life balance, particularly through remote working, and prides itself on providing a friendly and caring workplace.We are committed to supporting your career at BRGM, providing tools for skill development and opportunities for career progression and geographic mobility. Benefits include days off for unpaid overtime, a company canteen, sports facilities, and holiday and leisure options.Languages: ENGLISH - Level: ExcellentLanguages: FRENCH - Level: ExcellentAdditional Information
Selection processAt BRGM, we guarantee a transparent recruitment process. Please send your application (up-to-date CV and cover letter) by 30/09/2024. All job vacancies are open to everyone, as diversity matters to us.We will examine your application as soon as the closing date has passed. If shortlisted, we will contact you for recruitment interviews, providing the opportunity to speak with the recruitment and HR departments as well as a cross-functional department.
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