Water Resources Data Scientist | GIS & Modeling

Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA); España; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA) in Girona, Spain invites applications for a Research Technician. The role focuses on statistical analysis, GIS and modelling to analyze patterns of water use and their impact on aquatic ecosystems and social water use.

The position is 6 months, starting January 2027, with a 40-hour work week. The successful candidate will process data, apply modelling tools, and contribute to understanding current and future water resources impacts under climate change

Qualifications

• Minimum university degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences.
• Master’s degree is valuable.
• Experience with data processing and modelling.

Responsibilities

• Processing and interpretation of data using statistical tools, GIS and modelling, aimed at analyzing impact of water resource use on ecosystems and society.
• Define patterns of current and future water use and their effects on aquatic ecosystems.
• Work with data to assess risks and water security.
• Use GIS and modelling tools to support study outcomes.

Skills

Statistical tools

GIS

Modelling

Education

Biology or Environmental Sciences degree

Master's degree

Job description

Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA) in Girona, Spain invites applications for a Research Technician. The role focuses on statistical analysis, GIS and modelling to analyze patterns of water use and their impact on aquatic ecosystems and social water use.

The position is 6 months, starting January 2027, with a 40-hour work week. The successful candidate will process data, apply modelling tools, and contribute to understanding current and future water resources impacts under climate change