General information

Reference

2024-2650  

Position description

Category

F09 Geology - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Post-Doctoral Student Researcher in Sedimentary basin geology

Contract

Post-doctoral contrat

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

24 months

Context and contributions of the position

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

Job description

As part of your duties, your main responsibilities will be as follows:
- Conduct a synthesis of subsoil knowledge.
- Perform a basin analysis integrating both surface and subsurface data.
- Provide expertise in 3D reconstruction of geometries and lateral facies variations.
- Contribute to the scientific and public reputation of BRGM and the Subsoil PEPR by promoting research results through publications and conference presentations.
- Monitor scientific advancements in regional geology within the framework of the PEPR.

Profile

Requested start date : 01/04/2025
Duration : 24 months
Contract type : Post-Doctoral
Education : Doctorate
Experience: :1 – 5 years

You have a PhD in Earth sciences, specialising in sedimentary basin geology.

You have a strong interest in geological studies in basin domains and wish to engage in projects that require skills in both sedimentary and structural geology.

You are proficient in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and seismic and well software (e.g., Geographix, Petrel).

You also have field geology experience and are motivated to undertake expert missions in France.

With your extensive experience, you are well-prepared to apply your skills to research programmes such as the Subsoil “Priority Research Programme and Equipment” (PEPR).

You will join the Sedimentary Basin Geology (GBS) team within the Georesources Department.

You will demonstrate the following skills and abilities:
–Specific knowledge/experience in sedimentology, sedimentary geometries, sequence stratigraphy correlations, and well log analysis.
-Proficiency in GIS tools, Illustrator, with a keen interest in acquiring new software skills (well correlation and geological modelling).
-Precision, organisational skills and excellent communication abilities (both written and oral) with management, BRGM staff, and project partners, with the ability to effectively present geological analysis results.
-Multidisciplinary teamwork.

Working conditions

Travel to Rennes (Université de Géosciences) and the Ile-de-France region is expected.

Within an environment that promotes a healthy work/life balance, particularly thanks to remote working, BRGM prides itself on providing a friendly and caring place to work.

Awarded HRS4R certification in 2021, we are committed to supporting you throughout your career at BRGM.
We provide you with a range of tools for developing your skills and expertise, with scope for career progression and geographic mobility.

At BRGM, you will gain from such benefits as a 13th month salary, days off compensating for unpaid overtime, a company canteen, sports facilities as well as holiday and leisure options.


At BRGM, you are guaranteed a transparent recruitment process. To apply, please send us your application (up-to-date CV and cover letter) by December 13, 2024.

Because diversity matters to us at BRGM, all of our job vacancies are open to everyone!

We will examine your application as soon as the closing date has passed.

If your application is short-listed, we will contact you for recruitment interviews during which you will have the opportunity to talk with the recruitment and HR departments as well as a cross-functional department.

Position location

Job location

France, Centre-Val de Loire, Loiret (45)

Location