General information

Reference

2025-2699  

Position description

Category

F09 Geology - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Data Manager Specialised in Geosciences

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

Permanent

Context and contributions of the position

You will be joining the Geology, Geophysics and Geomodelling Division and its GEODATA unit, which plays a key role in capitalising on scientific and technical data produced by other units and departments. The goal is to produce data-bases, maps, and models.

Your role will involve setting up databases, reference frameworks, and proce-dures for collecting, organising, storing, and ensuring the quality control of geo-logical data (e.g., field observations, boreholes, seismic data, etc.).

You will act as a bridge between geoscience experts and IT specialists to facili-tate mutual understanding of needs and requirements. Additionally, you will use your management skills to coordinate teams responsible for building databases, integrating validated data (QC), and delivering digital projects to subject matter experts.

Job description

Joining the Bureau de Recherche Géologique et Minière (BRGM) means becoming part of the leading public institution in Earth sciences, bringing together 1,000 expert and passionate professionals across 29 entities in mainland France and overseas territories.

BRGM's activities focus on geological knowledge and understanding soil and subsoil-related phenomena, with the objective of addressing environmental challenges through innovative and socially significant projects.

Main Responsibilities:

- Ensure data quality in compliance with defined standards
- Assess technical and budgetary feasibility of internal and external re-quests
- Propose technical solutions aligned with business needs in projects
- Monitor software developments and suggest improvement tools
- Recommend database models, describe, select, or develop necessary tools, and oversee implementation
- Ensure compliance with rules, deadlines, and procedures (IDs, data flows, confidentiality)
- Manage the organisation of data storage and databases according to industry standards
- Develop and document data flow management and quality control pro-cedures
- Provide mentoring and technical guidance to users and new recruits
- Prioritise and arbitrate client requests.

Profile

Requested start date : 28/04/2025
Education Master degree
Experience 1 – 5 years

You should demonstrate the following skills and abilities:


Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in data loading tools and scripting languages (e.g., SQL, Py-thon)
- Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., MySQL, Post-greSQL, Oracle)
- Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) such as ArcGIS and QGIS
- Experience with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tools is a plus

Analytical Skills:
- Competency in data manipulation and the use of data analysis software (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI)

Soft Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and precision in execution
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse, multidisciplinary teams

Additional Knowledge:
- Master's degree in Geosciences
- Understanding of Geoscience/Reservoir industries, key processes, and market software (Schlumberger, Paradigm, Landmark, ESRI, etc.)
- Knowledge of data management methods and GIS

Working conditions

This full-time position involves travel, occasionally in France and abroad.

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 February 23, 2025.

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

Location