Postdoctoral Researcher (M/F). Modeling Induced Seismicity in Geothermal Fields
New
- Researcher in FTC
- 12 months
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Géosciences Rennes
Contract Type
Researcher in FTC
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
35042 RENNES
Contract Duration
12 months
Date of Hire
01/10/2026
Remuneration
3041€ to 4216€ gross per month, depending on experience.
Apply Application Deadline : 29 July 2026 23:59
Job Description
Missions
The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to Fractory's research projects on the modeling of fractured media for hydrogeology and geomechanics. They will develop a dedicated module focused on induced seismicity in geothermal fields.
Activity
Use and validate a numerical model developed by Fractory to investigate the impact of fluid flow through fractured networks on induced seismicity.
Apply the model to case studies from deep geothermal energy projects to assess various risk factors associated with induced seismicity.
The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to disseminate their work through scientific publications and presentations at conferences.
Your Profil
Skills
At the time of appointment, the postdoctoral researcher must hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in Earth Sciences, with a specialization in geology and/or geophysics. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong skills in scientific software development using C++, MATLAB, Python, or equivalent programming languages. Additional expertise in numerical analysis, continuous integration, and graphical user interface (GUI) development is desirable.
The candidate must also have experience applying geomechanical models to problems related to the subsurface and/or induced seismicity. Experience in fractured media modeling, reservoir geomechanics, and/or the analysis of interactions between deformation, fracturing, and seismicity will be considered an asset.
Your Work Environment
The position is funded through the INTERTWINE project (ANR-23-ERCS-0004) and is part of the activities of the Fractory joint laboratory, a collaboration between the CNRS, the University of Rennes 1 (Géosciences Rennes, UMR 6118), and Itasca. Fractory's research focuses on the modeling and monitoring of environmental systems. The postdoctoral researcher will join a multidisciplinary team of 10 members from both academia and industry.
Constraints and risks
Nothing to report
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
3041€ to 4216€ gross per month, depending on experience.
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | UMR6118-MARTHO-003 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Earth System: superficial envelopes |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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