General information

Reference

2026-4052  

Position description

Category

F10 Geophysics - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Geophysics Research Engineer – Seismic Methods (M/F)

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

Permanent position

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.

You will join the Subsurface Knowledge and Geomodelling Division (DCGS), within the Deep Geophysics and Remote Sensing Unit (GTP).
This team is dedicated to developing innovative geophysical and satellite-based methods for imaging and monitoring subsurface energy and mineral resources.
In this context, you will contribute to and/or lead R&D and operational seismic projects covering a wide range of applications, including mineral resources, geothermal energy, CO₂ storage, and geological mapping.
You may also apply your expertise to projects within the Surface Geophysics and Remote Sensing Unit (GTS), addressing topics such as geohazard assessment related to gravitational instabilities (e.g., landslides, subsurface cavities), groundwater resource evaluation, and geotechnics.

Job description

Your main responsibilities will include:

-Developing innovative seismic acquisition approaches (e.g., novel sensors, sources, optimized survey geometries, Distributed Acoustic Sensing – DAS),
-Advancing state-of-the-art seismic processing, imaging, and inversion methods (e.g., hard-rock seismics, artificial intelligence, Full Waveform Inversion – FWI, Quantitative Interpretation – QI),
-Designing, organizing, supervising, and/or contributing to marine and land seismic field campaigns; processing, interpreting, and exploiting acquired datasets,
-Contributing to and/or coordinating the development of collaborative research programs, public policy support projects, and commercial activities in seismic methods,
-Preparing and responding to calls for proposals in partnership with research institutions and industry stakeholders,
-Disseminating scientific results through peer-reviewed publications (high-impact journals) and presentations at international conferences,
-Co-supervising PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers,
-Contributing to BRGM's Quality and Environmental Management Systems (QMS/EMS).

Profile

Requested start date : Octobre 1st, 2026
Education : PhD
Experience : 5 – 10 years

You hold a PhD in geophysics, ideally complemented by postdoctoral experience abroad. You have at least 5 to 10 years of experience in a research institute or geophysical company, with demonstrated expertise in seismic acquisition, processing, imaging, and/or inversion.

You will bring the following skills and competencies:

-Strong expertise in active seismic methods (reflection, MASW, VSP, onshore/offshore),
-Advanced knowledge of seismic data processing and imaging techniques: statics corrections, denoising, demultiple, 5D regularization, velocity model building, migration, FWI,
-Knowledge of quantitative interpretation (QI) would be an asset,
-Programming skills (e.g., Fortran, MPI, MATLAB, Python),
-Strong interest in research and innovation,
-Proven ability in scientific communication (peer-reviewed publications, international conferences),
-Ability to engage effectively in collaborative and partnership-based environments,
-Strong teamwork skills,
-Excellent analytical, synthesis, and scientific writing abilities,
-Autonomy, rigor, and strong organizational skills,
-Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Working conditions

This full-time position involves medium- to long-term travel assignments in France and internationally.

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.

BRGM is committed to a transparent recruitment process. To apply, please submit your application (updated CV and cover letter) by June 1st, 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

Location