POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER (PostDoc_TREASURE)

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER (PostDoc_TREASURE)

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Offer DescriptionCHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOB

• Location: ICRA – Catalan Water Research Institute Foundation, Girona (Spain)
• Number of positions available: One (1)
• Planned start: January 2025
• Expected contract duration: 2 years.
• Annual Gross Salary: €24,000 – €32,010

JOB DESCRIPTIONWe are looking for a person for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher, within the framework of the TREASURE Project, in order to contribute, develop and carry out the following objectives:1.- Identify the frequency and magnitude of droughts in past records, as well as in the projected future climate scenarios and contrast them with the resources available in each basin. This will strengthen the potential of groundwater as a resource less vulnerable to climate events, and the full reuse of reclaimed water will contribute to addressing water scarcity.2.- Determine water scarcity indicators for different types of droughts,3.- Integrate hydrological and environmental drought data into data-based models and explore AI methods.This contract is part of the project: Project PCI2024-153494 (Treasure); Funded by MCIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033/EU and Cofunded by the European Union.KEY DUTIESThe specific concrete tasks and duties are:1) To study the occurrence and magnitude of drought from historical data and climate data predicted for the future on a scale reduced to the study areas and for different RCP scenarios, obtained from state agencies using appropriate statistical methods (WP2), with the aim of defining the hydrological/hydrogeological factors that control the water balance and the occurrence of droughts in a basin, and estimate the future occurrence of droughts by considering climate projections and the resulting amount of water resources available.2) Carry out a hydrological characterization of the hydrographic basins, integrating all available water resources, based on geological data, water balance, stream discharge series, changes in land use, groundwater levels and geochemicals; as well as planning the use of groundwater resources for all potential uses, especially agriculture, under previous and future scenarios: that is, considering climate change as a driver. In addition, data on water demand and volumes of available reclaimed water, its quality and strategic reuse methods (e.g. aquifer recharge managed in WP3). The resilience of each compartment under climate change stressors (WP2-3) will be determined.3) Development of a multi-criteria assessment model (MCA) and a dynamic suitability map for the reuse of reclaimed water using GIS, technical, socio-economic and environmental criteria, taking into account water availability and needs in drought scenarios (WP3).Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Environmental science Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsEXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLSMust have – RequiredResearch Field or Field of knowledge:Hydrology, environmental sciencesQualifications and Education Level:PhD in Environmental Sciences / Hydrology or related to this research field.Skills:1.Knowledge of the dynamics of hydrological / hydrogeological systems on a regional scale, capacity for calculation and hydrological modelling with codes based on the use of GIS and programming in R (including automatic data collection from different servers and their subsequent processing).2.Knowledge of sustainability criteria, integrating the exploitation of hydrological resources with ecological and environmental preservation, especially with reference to nutrients and in conditions of climate change.3.Ability to conduct territorial analysis using GIS and to design multi-criteria analysis models with the appropriate software.4.Experience in fieldwork and in the description and monitoring of hydrological systems.Required Languages:English, Catalan and SpanishRequired Experience:Academic research (PhD level), GIS projects, modeling experience, having published at least 5 papers in SCI journals, some of first autor, according to Scopus.DesirableCatalan fluency (written and spoken), as interviews from local stakeholders are foreseen.Languages CATALANLanguages SPANISHLanguages ENGLISHResearch Field Environmental scienceAdditional InformationBenefitsWorking conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work.International Environment: The opportunity to join a prestigious international research institution and become a member of a young and growing team.Continuous training in a high-quality environment.Selection processAPPLICATIONS PROCEDURE & PROCESSAll Applications must be contain:CV (CV must be written according to AEI templates (màximum: 10 pages, provide only Scopus indices)

Motivation letter (in the motivation letter, refer your CV, experience and expectations to the items related to this call that can be positively evaluated. Non related information will not be considered.)DNI or NIE (valid and with work permit in Spain). If you do not have a NIE, please attach a statement that you commit to take the necessary steps to obtain a work and residence permit in Spain.Academic DegreesDeadline for Applications:Submission of applications atThe deadline to submit the required documentation is 18/11/2024.Selection process:In accordance with the OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for every vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will start the interviews. A profile questionnaire as well as a technical exercise may be required during the process.Additional commentsIn ICRA we are committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected and equal opportunities and equality of opportunity and treatment is promoted in each of the areas in which we operate, creating a context favorable to diversity and to eradicate any type of direct or indirect discrimination based on age criteria (within the limits set by the Workers’ Statute), marital status, racial or ethnic origin, social status, religion or convictions, political tendency, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender expression, sexual characteristics, union membership or not, because of language, disability or because of sex, including any unfavorable treatment dispensed for the exercise of conciliation rights or co-responsibility of family and work life.Recruitment will be carried out as provided for in Article 15 of Royal Legislative Decree 1/1995 of 24 March passing the text of the Workers’ Statute Act, in accordance with the provisions of Article 2 of Royal Decree 2720/98 of 18 December (B.O.E. 8 January 1999), Act nº 12/2001 of July 9 (B.O.E. 10 July) and concordant regulations.The principle of equality between men and women is taken into account, in accordance with Article 14 of the Spanish Constitution, the EU Directive of 9 February 1976 and the provisions of the Agreement of the Council of Ministers of March 4, 2005, passing the Plan for gender equality in the General State Administration.Universal accessibility for persons with disabilities is taken into account, in accordance with paragraph 2 of Article 1 of Act nº 51/2003 of 2 December on equal opportunities, and 7% of vacancies are reserved provided the candidates pass the selection processes and are able to accredit disability and compatibility in performing the tasks so that we will progressively reach 2% of the total workforce.Ensures effective compliance with the rights to equal treatment and non-discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and identity, gender expression or sexual characteristics of LGBTI people in the ICRA workplace, in accordance with Royal Decree 1026/ 2024, of October 8, which develops the planned set of measures for equality and non-discrimination of LGBTI people in companies.Basic information on Data Protection Responsible: Fundació Institut Català de Recerca de l’Aigua (ICRA); Purpose: The selection of candidates for current and future jobs offered by our organization; Rights: You have the right to access, rectify and delete the data, as well as other rights indicated in the additional information; Additional information: You can consult the additional and detailed information on Data Protection on our website: Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA) Country Spain GeofieldContact State/ProvinceGirona CityGirona WebsiteStreetEmili Grahit 101, H2O Building, Science and Technology Park of the University of Girona Postal Code17003 E-Mailcall@icra.catSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€24000 – 32010 per year

Location

Girona

Job date

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:49:19 GMT

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