General information

Reference

2025-3815  

Position description

Category

F09 Geology - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Research engineer in sedimentary basin geology

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

Undetermined

Context and contributions of the position

Joining the Bureau de Recherches Géologiques et Minières (BRGM) means becoming part of the leading public establishment in the Earth sciences, bringing together 1,000 expert and enthusiastic people in 29 entities located in mainland France and overseas. The aim of BRGM's work is to provide geological knowledge and an understanding of phenomena linked to the soil and subsoil, with one overriding objective: to meet the challenges of environmental change through innovative projects that have a major impact on society

Job description

As part of your duties, you will be mainly responsible for :

-Participating in responses to calls for tenders in the field;
-Carrying out or helping to set up research, public policy support or commercial projects;
-Associating the ‘Geology of Sedimentary Basins' theme with other themes such as ‘Geothermal energy', ‘Natural risks', ‘Energy', ‘Groundwater', ‘Urban geology' and ‘Storage', in multidisciplinary projects;
-Participating in the harmonisation of underground mapping and geological data as part of the Référentiel Géologique de la France programme;
-Carrying out or managing integrated studies as part of projects involving experts in geology, cartography and modelling;
-Promote your work in France and internationally.

Profile

Desired Start Date: 01/09/2025
Contract Type: Permanent (CDI)
Education: PhD
Experience: 5 - 10 years


You will have the following skills and qualities:
-Acquisition of geological data in the field or at sea;
-Mastery of the processes and deposition of sedimentary formations and their evolution, with links to the petrophysical characterisation of reservoirs;
-Mastery of the concepts and methods of stratigraphic and sequence analysis (field and subsurface);
-Geological mapping (surface and subsurface) and modelling of sedimentary formations (geometry, facies distribution);
-Mastery of GIS tools (Qgis, ArcGis, etc.) and tools for characterising sedimentary basin geometries and modelling reservoir properties will be a plus (Petrel, Gverse, Skua Gocad, etc.);
-Interest in project management;
-Rigour and autonomy;
-Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to interact with the various BRGM professions; -Good communication skills (oral and written);
-Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and strong motivation for applied geosciences;
-Good command of English.
-A post-doctoral experience, abroad if possible, or professional experience in industry (geothermal energy, gas storage, etc.) would be an asset.

Working conditions

In a work environment that supports a healthy work-life balance — notably through remote working — BRGM stands out for its culture of kindness and conviviality.
Awarded the HRS4R label in 2021, we are committed to supporting you throughout your career at BRGM. We offer a wide range of opportunities to develop your skills and expertise, with prospects for career advancement and geographical mobility.
At BRGM, you will benefit from several advantages, including a 13-month salary, additional paid leave (JRTT), an on-site restaurant, sports facilities, and vacation and leisure benefits.

BRGM guarantees a transparent recruitment process. To apply, please send us your application (an up-to-date CV and a cover letter) by July 7, 2025.

All our positions are open to everyone — at BRGM, we are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion.

Position location

Job location

France, Centre-Val de Loire, Loiret (45)

Location