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Research Scientist (f_m_x) / Geophysicist/Physicist (f_m_x) for Electromagnetic Exploration
Reference Number 11161
The joint project ConvEx aims to develop integrated exploration methods for the spatial mapping of hydrothermal convection in deep geothermal development. In the sub-project ‘Electromagnetic Exploration for Geothermal Exploration Fields’, exploration campaigns are being carried out using controlled-source electromagnetics (CSEM) and magnetotellurics (MT) methods to detect electrical conductivity contrasts at reservoir depth.
As part of the joint project, the results of the EM methods will be combined with other geophysical and petrophysical data. In addition, coupled thermal-hydraulic-mechanical numerical simulations will be carried out. We are looking for a scientist for electromagnetic exploration.
Your responsibilities:
- Planning and execution of magnetotelluric and controlled source EM measurements
- Participation in field measurements lasting several weeks
- Processing and archiving of the data obtained
- Numerical modelling and inversion of magnetotelluric and controlled source EM data
- Interpretation of the modelling results in a geoscientific context
- New and further development of numerical methods in EM
- Presentation and publication of results, participation in project meetings
Your qualifications:
- MSc in Physics, Mathematics or Geosciences, ideally with a focus on Geophysics, a PhD is desirable
- Proven practical and theoretical experience of several years with electromagnetic methods in Geophysics
- Proven in-depth experience in programming numerical applications (e.g. with C++, Matlab, Python, Fortran) and using high-performance computers (HPC clusters)
- Ability and willingness to participate in geophysical field measurements lasting several weeks
- Experience in managing, planning and conducting geophysical field measurements, ideally in the field of Electromagnetics
- Very good written and spoken German and English
- Valid Class B (or higher) driving licence, including driving experience
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team and very good communication skills are expected
What we offer:
- Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
- State-of-the-art equipment
- Public service benefits
- Extensive training opportunities
- Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre
- Flexible working hours and conditions
- Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
- Institute day-care centre on site
- Working at the Albert Einstein Science Park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
- Workplace within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus
Fixed-term: 2 years (with possibility of extension)
Salary: The position is classed as salary group 13 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.
Working hours: Full-time (currently 39 h/week); The position is generally suitable for part-time work.
Place of work: Potsdam
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