General information

Reference

2026-3996  

Position description

Category

F13 Hydrogeology - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Hydrogeologist

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

Permanent contract

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 Water Department's (DE : Direction de l'eau) mission is to provide solutions to societal challenges regarding water resource management and the environmental impacts of human activities on the geosphere.

Within scientific activities (R&D, support for public policies, expert assessments), the main mission of the DE/DRE unit (Data and Groundwater References) is to define indicators and develop decision-support tools for groundwater data users.

It implements organizational and technical solutions to ensure the consolidation of environmental data, in close collaboration with other DE units, the Territorial Actions Department (DAT), and the Digital Department (DNUM).

Job description

As part of your missions, you will be required to:

-Carry out or contribute to expert assessments and support for public policies regarding quantitative water resource management.
-Contribute to the production of the Groundwater Situation Report, manage and maintain the national piezometric network, and ensure data qualification within the groundwater database (ADES).
-Participate in preparing technical and financial proposals, including for European research projects.
-Contribute to developing study programs and organize their implementation.
-Develop and adapt study methodologies.
-Promote results through reports and publications.
-Develop or contribute to the development of indicators assessing the quantitative status of aquifers.

Profile

Requested start date: 01/08/2026
Education: PhD
Experience: 1 - 5 years

Full-time position. You hold a PhD in the field of hydrogeology and have at least 3 years of professional experience.

You will demonstrate the following skills and abilities:

-Proven experience in the field of quantitative hydrogeology;
-Strong multidisciplinary technical knowledge in hydrogeology;
-Proficiency in computer tools: specialized calculation software, GIS, and database management;
-Understanding of concepts related to indicators and management thresholds, environmental objectives, and allowable water withdrawal volumes;
-General knowledge of public policies in the water sector and of local private and public stakeholders and decision-makers;
-Rigor, analytical and synthetic thinking, and a strong sense of responsibility;
Initiative, curiosity, and aptitude for innovation.

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 15/04/2026.

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