General information

Reference

2026-4059  

Position description

Category

F13 Hydrogeology - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Experienced Hydrogeologist Modeler F/M

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

indefinite

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 25 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.

The Water Directorate (DE) is tasked with addressing societal needs related to water resource management and the environmental impacts of human activities on these resources in the context of climate change. You will join the Aquifer Numerical Modeling Unit (MNA) to contribute to modeling activities and to the development and/or validation of the performance of various hydrology and hydrogeology calculation codes, bringing innovative approaches to support research efforts and increase knowledge about aquifer systems and associated water environments (rivers, wetlands, etc.) aimed at optimizing their quantitative and qualitative management at different scales (local, regional, national) and supporting the adaptation of hydrosystems to transitions linked to global changes.

Job description

You will be required to carry out the following tasks:

- Contribute to research projects and support public policies on the quantitative and qualitative management and protection of groundwater resources, particularly in connection with surface waters and global changes;

- Model underground flows in connection with surface waters (aquifer-river exchange and urban network) and model the transport of associated solutes/heat/mass (saline intrusion/point and diffuse pollution/impacts of climate change...;

- Contribute to the integration of innovative approaches in hydrogeological modeling using artificial intelligence and/or data assimilation methods and multi-objective management optimization under uncertainty;

- Contribute to and coordinate the development of public or private research projects, support for public policies, and international cooperation;

- Be proactive in proposing ideas for national and European research project calls;

- Highlight the results in the form of technical reports, publications;

- Present scientific results and be able to simplify them for all types of stakeholders, as well as engage in dialogue with multidisciplinary teams

Profile

You will mobilize the following skills and qualities :

- Solid knowledge in hydrogeology;

- Expertise in hydrogeological modeling (flows and transfer/transport);

- Experience in data assimilation and/or uncertainty analysis and optimization under uncertainty;

- Experience in modeling adaptation solutions in the context of climate change (managed aquifer recharge, impact studies on the quantity and quality of water resources,);

- Knowledge and practice of AI concepts appreciated (machine learning, deep learning, PINNS) leading to the development of digital twins of hydrosystems;

- Interpersonal skills, a taste for teamwork, strong motivation, organization, and rigor in: carrying out tasks, delivering work, and complying with contractual clauses;

- Initiative and creativity;

- Good communication skills, both oral and written, to present the scientific and technical results of projects (publications, articles, conference presentations) and to conduct training;

- Proficiency in English, written and spoken.

You hold a PhD with prior experience in postdoctoral research or in industry, preferably gained abroad. This full-time position involves travel mainly within France and occasionally abroad.

Working conditions

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. It is easy to apply! Please send us your application (up-to-date CV and cover letter) by 25/06/2026.

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

Candidate criteria

Languages

English (Fluent)