General information

Reference

2025-3836  

Position description

Category

F13 Hydrogeology - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Experienced Hydrogeological Modeling Specialist

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

Permanent

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.

The mission of the Direction de l'Eau (DE) is to provide answers to societal needs in terms of water resource management and the environmental impact of human activities on these resources.

You will join the Numerical Modeling of Aquifers Unit (MNA) to contribute to modeling activities as well as to the development and/or validation of the performance of various computational codes in hydrogeology and hydrology. This will involve bringing innovative approaches aimed at supporting research efforts and increasing knowledge about aquifer systems and associated water environments (rivers, groundwater zones, etc.) in order to optimize their quantitative and qualitative management at different scales (local, regional, national).

Job description

You will be mainly responsible for:

- 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;
- Participate in research projects focused on the quantitative and qualitative management and protection of groundwater resources, particularly in relation to surface waters and global changes;
- Model subsurface flows linked to surface waters (aquifer-river exchanges and urban networks) and assess the impacts of climate change (climate scenario projections);
- Contribute to and coordinate the preparation of public or private research projects, support for public policies, and international cooperation;
- Proactively propose and respond to national and European research project calls;
- Disseminate results through technical reports and publications.

Profile

Requested start date : 06/10/2025
Education: PhD
Experience : 5 - 10 years

You will demonstrate the following skills and abilities:

- Strong knowledge of hydrogeology and/or hydrology;
- Expertise in hydrogeological modeling;
- Experience in data assimilation and/or uncertainty analysis and optimization under uncertainty;
- Familiarity with AI concepts (machine learning, deep learning, PINNs) appreciated, especially for developing digital twins of hydrosystems;
- Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork spirit, high motivation, organization, and rigor in conducting work, delivering results, and complying with contractual obligations;
- Initiative and creativity;
- Good communication skills, both oral and written, to present scientific and technical project results (publications, articles, conference presentations);
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Working conditions

You have a PhD with previous post-doctoral experience, if possible abroad. This full-time position involves travel, mainly in France and occasionally 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 06/08/2025.

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, Centre-Val de Loire, Loiret (45)

Location