Postdoc: Coastal Geomorphology & Satellite Imagery (Remote)

BRGM; France; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13-month-based compensation

JRTT (time off in lieu)

on-site restaurant

sports facilities

vacation and leisure benefits

Job summary

BRGM in France is seeking a PhD-level researcher to develop and operate a satellite-image processing chain for coastal beach morphology monitoring. You will analyze storm impacts, update coastal indicators, and calibrate models using field data, working within a multidisciplinary BRGM team at the PESSAC site and with the University of Bordeaux. The role emphasizes autonomous work, collaboration, and strong scientific output.

Qualifications

• Experience in satellite image processing and management of multi-source Earth observation databases.
• Knowledge of coastal geomorphology, particularly dune dynamics.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team.
• Strong scientific communication, including reports and papers.

Responsibilities

• Process and exploit optical satellite imagery to monitor beach morphology and its evolution across time scales.
• Set up a satellite image processing chain to inventory data and calibrate coastal indicators.
• Analyze shoreline time series and calibrate equilibrium beach models against field data.

Skills

Satellite image processing

EO data management

Coastal geomorphology

Python

Matlab

Education

PhD in geosciences/oceanography/environmental modelling

Tools

Python

Matlab

Job description

BRGM in France is seeking a PhD-level researcher to develop and operate a satellite-image processing chain for coastal beach morphology monitoring. You will analyze storm impacts, update coastal indicators, and calibrate models using field data, working within a multidisciplinary BRGM team at the PESSAC site and with the University of Bordeaux. The role emphasizes autonomous work, collaboration, and strong scientific output.