kandidatu France

Post-doctoral researcher in coastal dynamics

Université de Bordeaux · State civil service

En français : Chercheur post-doctoral en dynamique du littoral

This job in plain words

You will study how seasonal to decadal climate variability affects coastal indicators in mainland France. The job is based in Pessac, in the EPOC lab, as part of the IRICOT project of the PEPR Risques programme.

Open to non-civil servants

Can you apply?

Open only to contract agents, so not reserved for civil servants. You need a PhD and at least 2 years of experience.

Category
Category A (executive)
Diploma
Ph.D. · PhD in coastal dynamics, oceanography, climate science, environmental science or a related field
Experience
Experienced, at least 2 years
Contract
Contract agent only. Fixed-term contract (CDD) of 2 years (the description says 30 months)

The profile they want:

  • PhD in oceanography, climate science or a related field
  • At least 2 years of experience in physical oceanography or atmospheric science
  • Strong skills in statistics and time series analysis
  • Good use of Python, R or MATLAB for data processing
  • Good scientific communication, in writing and orally

What you would do

  • Review the literature on climate variability and sea level changes
  • Analyse sea level data from tide gauges, simulations and satellite altimetry
  • Identify links between climate variability modes and marine weather conditions
  • Publish and present scientific results at conferences
  • Work with climate scientists and project partners

How to apply

Apply by email to the employer, sending the required documents before the deadline. The offer is published on the official Choisir le Service Public website.

Documents to send:

  • CV
  • Cover letter (2 pages maximum)
  • List of your publications
  • Letter(s) of recommendation
  • Contact details of your previous supervisors

Good to know:

  • The job is in a protected scientific sector (PPST): your arrival must be approved by the ministry
  • Advanced English required
  • Access by tram line B (Doyen Brus stop), bus or bike

We wrote this summary automatically from the official offer. Only the offer published on Choisir le Service Public counts: read it before you apply. Source: Choisir le Service Public (DGAFP), Etalab 2.0 licence.

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