Engineer Position on Forecasting Induced Seismicity

IMEDEA-CSIC-UIB; España; Presencial; EUR 35.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A research organization in Spain is offering a position for an engineer to develop innovative concepts for forecasting seismicity induced by fluid injection/extraction related to geothermal energy. The position is linked to the ERC-PoC project NOSHAKE, focusing on carbon neutrality challenges. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Geology and demonstrate strong analytical skills, creativity, and a good knowledge of geomechanics. Excellent communication skills in English are mandatory.

Formación

• Candidates should hold a MSc in relevant fields and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in numerical modeling, data analysis, and machine learning will be valued.
• Scientific publications and conference participation are beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Develop innovative concepts for forecasting seismicity related to geothermal energy.
• Contribute to the ERC-PoC project NOSHAKE.
• Work collaboratively within an international research team.

Conocimientos

Motivated

Creative

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Team working capabilities

Good knowledge of geomechanics

Good knowledge of hydrogeology

Good knowledge of mathematics

Good knowledge of seismology

Educación

Master's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Mathematics

Master's degree in Physics

Master's degree in Geology

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company IMEDEA-CSIC-UIB Department Global Change Research Group Research Field Engineering » Civil engineering Geosciences » Other Mathematics » Applied mathematics Physics » Applied physics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 27 Feb 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Negotiable Offer Starting Date 15 Mar 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - ERC Reference Number 101248689 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Join the IMEDEA-CSIC-UIB team to contribute with your research to address one of the major challenges of the XXI century: ending our dependency on hydrocarbons and reaching zero or net negative emissions to achieve carbon neutrality.

We offer an engineer position (6-month full time or 1-year half time contract) for developing an innovative concept for forecasting seismicity induced by fluid injection/extraction related to geothermal energy, geologic carbon storage and hydrogen storage, and to explore its commercialization potential . The position is related to the ERC-PoC project NOSHAKE (a New paradigm fOr forecaSting injection-induced eartHquAKEs), funded by the European Research Council (ERC, https://erc.europa.eu/ ). The candidate will perform her/his research at the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) in a collaborative and enthusiastic environment.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Engineering » Civil engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Geosciences » Other Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Mathematics » Applied mathematics Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Physics » Applied physics Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

We are looking for highly motivated, perseverant, proactive and creative individuals with strong analytical and problem solving skills willing to leave their footprint on science. Candidates should hold a MSc in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or Geology and have a good knowledge on geomechanics, hydrogeology, mathematics and seismology. We will value experience in numerical modeling of coupled processes, development of analytical solutions, data analysis and machine learning. Scientific publications in international journals and participation in conferences will be valued. The candidate will be integrated into an international team, so good communication skills and team working capabilities are required. Excellent level of English, both written and oral, is a requirement.

Specific Requirements

If you are interested, please send an application, including CV and a cover letter describing interests and qualifications related to the position and contact details of two reference people, to Victor Vilarrasa, [e-mail] , before 27th of February, 2026.Selection will be performed on the basis of the excellence of the CV and motivation.

Languages ENGLISH

Additional Information

Selection process

If you are interested, please send an application, including CV and a cover letter describing interests and qualifications related to the position and contact details of two reference people, to Victor Vilarrasa, [e-mail] , before 27th of February, 2026.Selection will be performed on the basis of the excellence of the CV and motivation.