General information

Reference

2026-4035  

Position description

Category

F10 Geophysics - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

PhD position: Meta-modelling for gravitational hazard mapping: application to rockfall avalanches

Contract

Thesis

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

36 month

Context and contributions of the position

This PhD project is part of the ANR PROBTOOL project, led by BRGM and carried out in collaboration with IPGP (Paris) and INRIA (Grenoble).
The position is based in Paris, with regular travel and the possibility of a research stay in Grenoble.

Job description

Within the project team, you will be responsible for:

Conducting a comprehensive literature review of the state of the art;
Defining and testing meta-modelling methodologies for each component of the study;
Building training datasets for the development of meta-models;
Validating the developed tools on selected study sites;
Ensuring the dissemination and proper management of the developed codes (e.g., via GitHub repositories);
Regularly presenting and discussing results with the supervisory team;
Writing and publishing at least two articles in international peer-reviewed journals;
Presenting the research outcomes at at least one international conference.

The PhD project is structured around three main objectives:

Adapting meta-modelling approaches applied to shallow-flow models, incorporating the initial position as an input variable. This methodology will first be tested on synthetic topographies;
Developing a meta-model for a case study on Réunion Island;
Using this meta-model to produce hazard maps, based on both statistical approaches (direct uncertainty propagation) and ensemble approaches (envelope scenarios).

Profile

You will be expected to demonstrate the following skills and qualities:

Strong programming skills (Python and/or R), as well as solid knowledge in numerical modelling and statistics;
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken;
Knowledge of hydraulic modelling, risk science, or meta-modelling would be considered an asset.

Working conditions

Within a work environment that promotes a healthy work–life balance, notably through flexible remote working arrangements, BRGM offers a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

Awarded the HRS4R label in 2021, BRGM is committed to supporting you throughout your professional career. We provide a wide range of opportunities to develop your skills and expertise, along with prospects for career progression and geographical mobility.

At BRGM, you will benefit from various advantages, including additional leave (RTT), meal vouchers, and access to leisure and holiday benefits.

BRGM is committed to a transparent recruitment process. To apply, please submit your application (updated CV and cover letter) by May 21, 2026.

Please note that all our positions are open to everyone—BRGM is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion.

Applications will be reviewed after the closing date. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to interviews with the hiring department, Human Resources, and a cross-functional team.

Position location

Job location

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75)

Location