PhD position

vor 2 Wochen


Potsdam, Deutschland Helmholtz Centre Potsdam Vollzeit
Reference Number 9219

Your responsibilities:

Hydrogeochemical modelling of potential host rock systems in argillaceous formations and their evaluation for the suitability of final disposal of highly radioactive waste in Germany Conduct coupled numerical simulations to quantify the migration of radionuclides and resulting potential environmental impacts Performance and evaluation of scenario analyses Further development of existing coupled modelling approaches to describe the prevailing hydrogeochemical processes and possible process interactions Presentation of own research results at national and international conferences and publication in scientific journals in English and German Scientific and content-related support for ongoing research projects within the scope of the area of responsibility Holding of lectures at the Institute of Geosciences within the framework of the PhD regulations of the University of Potsdam

Your qualifications:

Master of Science (M.Sc.) with a geoscientific focus and specialization in hydrogeology and / or hydrogeochemistry Basic knowledge and experience in the investigation and numerical modelling of groundwater flow, mass transport and geochemically active substances in groundwater Programming skills are required (e.g. Python, Matlab, R) Strong affinity for the application of numerical simulation programmes in the processing of scientific questions Ability to work cooperatively in interdisciplinary and international working groups Good written and spoken German language skills are required, as the field of work focuses on final disposal in Germany Experience or knowledge of the German site selection procedure for final disposal of highly radioactive waste is desirable

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 Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus  Start date: 1st October 2024
Fixed-term: 3 years
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: Part-time 75% (currently 29.25 h/week)
Place of work: Potsdam

Have we piqued your interest?

If so, we look forward to receiving your application by 26th May 2024 . Please use our online application form only.

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