Researcher - Experimental and Modelling Approach to Radiological Environmental Impact

SCK CEN; Mol; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

International work environment

Training opportunities

Competitive salary package

Rural and green setting

Résumé du poste

The Biosphere Impact Studies (BIS) research unit at SCK CEN in Mol is seeking a researcher who combines experimental work and modelling to evaluate dispersion, exposure and effects of radiological contamination on humans and the environment.

You will design and perform experiments (plants focus), analyse results and translate them into mathematical models for radiological impact studies, site remediation projects and international collaborations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in ecology, biophysics, bioscience engineering, environmental sciences, or a related discipline.
• Strong experimental and methodological laboratory skills with high safety and quality standards.
• Strong analytical skills and environmental knowledge.
• Proven experience in modelling and translating experimental results into conceptual and mathematical applications.
• Experience in applied research projects, particularly in radiological impact and site remediation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (reports, risk assessments, scientific publications).

Responsabilités

• Design and perform laboratory experiments on the behaviour, exposure, and effects of radionuclides and ionising radiation (focus on plants).
• Analyse complex datasets and translate them into applicable mathematical models and tools.
• Actively contribute to radiological impact and site remediation projects.
• Analyse, interpret, and report research results clearly.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and present findings at international forums.

Connaissances

Experimental skills

Modelling

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Collaboration

Formation

Master’s or PhD in ecology/environmental sciences

Outils

Mathematical modelling

Statistics

Description du poste

Job description

The Biosphere Impact Studies (BIS) research unit at SCK CEN in Mol is looking for a researcher who combines experimental work and modelling to evaluate the dispersion, exposure, and effects of radiological contamination on humans and the environment. Within the multidisciplinary BIS team, you work at the interface of laboratory experimentation and modelling. You develop and perform experiments (with a focus on plants and ecosystems), analyse results, and translate them into conceptual and mathematical models used in radiological impact studies, environmental risk assessments, and site remediation projects. You contribute to both fundamental and applied research and turn insights into practical tools and evidence-based recommendations for projects, policymakers, and international collaborations. In addition, you support impact studies and remediation projects through scientific analyses. You communicate results clearly, contribute to scientific publications, and present your work at national and international forums, in close collaboration with expert colleagues.

Your role

• design and perform laboratory experiments on the behaviour, exposure, and effects of radionuclides and ionising radiation (focus on plants)
• analyse complex datasets and translate them into applicable mathematical models and tools
• actively contribute to radiological impact and site remediation projects
• analyse, interpret, and report research results clearly
• collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and present findings at international forums

Job requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in ecology, biophysics, bioscience engineering, environmental sciences, or a related discipline
• strong experimental and methodological laboratory skills with high safety and quality standards
• strong analytical skills and environmental knowledge
• proven experience in modelling and in translating experimental results into conceptual and mathematical applications
• experimental results into conceptual and mathematical applications
• experience in applied research projects, particularly in radiological impact and site remediation
• excellent oral and written communication skills (reports, risk assessments, scientific publications)

Profile description

• Master’s degree or PhD in ecology, biophysics, bioscience engineering, environmental sciences, or a related discipline
• strong experimental and methodological laboratory skills with high safety and quality standards
• strong analytical skills and environmental knowledge
• proven experience in modelling and in translating experimental results into conceptual and mathematical applications
• experimental results into conceptual and mathematical applications
• experience in applied research projects, particularly in radiological impact and site remediation
• excellent oral and written communication skills (reports, risk assessments, scientific publications)

We offer

• a challenging and varied role
• opportunities for self-development and extensive training, both within and beyond your field of expertise
• an engaging, international, and highly qualified work environment
• an attractive salary with an appealing package of additional benefits
• a rural and green setting, free from traffic congestion

Researcher - Experimental and Modelling Approach to Radiological Environmental Impact | SCK CEN