General information

Reference

2023-2274  

Position description

Category

F05 Economy - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Researcher in humanities and social sciences on the uses of the subsurface

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Context and contributions of the position

The main function of the GeoResources Department is the acquisition, production, conservation, enhancement and restitution of geological, geothermal and mineral knowledge as well as the development of tools, models and techniques related to these three fields.

You will join the GSE unit (Geothermics and Energy Storage), a multidisciplinary unit, which aims to improve knowledge to characterize and exploit the geothermal resource and the potential of underground energy storage. It also proposes optimal solutions for the integration of these geothermal systems.

The unit gathers about twenty engineers and researchers in order to characterize, model and experiment the thermal, hydraulic and mechanical phenomena of the subsoil, but also to ensure the dissemination of reference information, to support the geothermal sector and to put in perspective the territorialization of projects.

You will work on a perimeter of subsoil uses wider than geothermal energy (storage including CCS, mineral resources ...).

Job 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.

Missions In an interdisciplinary approach, focused on "science and technology studies", and science in society, you will be responsible for:

- Developing research activities on the socio-political dimensions of potential uses of the subsurface in the socio-ecological transition. This work is part of BRGM's current projects/programs (PEPR subsurface, European and national projects) or new projects to be developed;
- Contributing to the implementation and coordination (scientific, administrative, and financial) of applied research projects (European, ANR, local authorities...), expertise and public policy support projects;
- Participate in the development of the team's activity by contributing to or coordinating the drafting of answers to calls for tender for research and projects, and in the setting up of new projects with various donors;
- Valorizing the results obtained through reports, scientific publications, and presentations at conferences (in French and English);
- Building a network likely to help scientifically the actions of BRGM;
- Meeting the needs of training and awareness on science in society and interdisciplinarity.

Profile

Requested start date : 09/04/2023
Education : Phd
Experience 1 - 5 years

At least 5 years of research in an interdisciplinary environment

- Holder of a PhD in HSS (geography, sociology, political science, anthropology of science...), focused on "sciences and technology studies", if possible with researches related to geosciences and the subsoil. A degree in geosciences would be a plus (dual expertise);
- Proven experience in interdisciplinary work, ability and willingness to work with scientists, associations, territories and industrialists;
- Experience in research coordination (ANR and European projects, thesis supervision);
- Competence in setting up and managing projects, networking and leading teams;
- Fluency in French and English required (read, spoken, written);
- Curiosity and motivation to work on complex scientific issues from a multidisciplinary perspective (SHS and earth sciences), in collaboration with scientists of various profiles and industrialists;
- Writing and interpersonal skills, oral fluency and adaptability.

Working conditions

Integrated in geoscientific teams, interdisciplinarity will be your daily work.

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 06/16/2023.

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