Research Scientist

4 weeks ago


United Kingdom GTK Full time

Research Scientist (postdoc, sediment transport dynamics)
We conduct objective research to find solutions to challenges posed by climate change, the energy transition, and the circular economy. Our 400 experts are specialists in the mineral economy, green energy, water management, the environment, and digital solutions. Together with our Finnish and global partners, we are building sustainable and carbon-neutral future. GTK is a research organization governed by the Finnish Ministry of Employment and the Economy.
Research Scientist (postdoc, sediment transport dynamics)
The Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) is looking for a post-doctoral researcher for sediment transport dynamics studies for the Environmental Solutions unit. Your office will be in Espoo in the Helsinki capital area, and you can also work remotely flexibly in Finland. You will work in the PHYTOTRANS project funded by Research Council of Finland, with collaborating partners from the Finnish Environment Institute (SYKE). Your assignment will be carrying out research in the field of sediment transport dynamics in the northern Baltic Sea. You will be responsible for the operation of acoustic and optical instruments attached to a benthic lander, including high-resolution in-situ measurements of near-bottom water profiles of flow velocity and suspended particle concentration and size, as well as measuring changes in the elevation and migration of seafloor bedforms, such as ripples. You will develop methods and carry out advanced data analysis, integrating these measurements to advance our understanding of lateral sediment dynamics in the marine environment and enabling the direct quantification of sediment transport in the near-bottom water and on the seafloor. As a part of this project, you will carry out a ca. 1-month research visit to one of our international collaborators. You will disseminate findings in scientific conferences and peer-reviewed scientific articles.
You will be working in the Marine Geology group of the Environmental Solutions unit of approximately 60 professionals. The Marine Geology group operates a marine geological research vessel Geomari, which is equipped with modern multibeam echosounding and sub-bottom profiling instruments, sediment corers and the benthic lander.
PhD in geophysics, civil or environmental engineering, physical oceanography, geosciences, or any related field
C/C++, Git, Python, R, Bash)
Experience in measurements and modelling sediment transport dynamics
Knowledge on processing and integration of instrument data
Ability and willingness to participate in research cruises on the Baltic Sea
English language proficiency, both oral and written
Demonstrated ability to write scientific publications
Strong international networks and networking skills
Interest in learning Finnish language
Personal qualities desired from the applicant
GTK is an international and diverse work community where everyone’s input is valued. Our employees have the opportunity to influence their own work and work remotely in Finland. In addition, we offer central government holiday benefits and a modern and multi-location work, such as flexible working hours. We offer relocation services (e.g. help with permits and settling in) for employees moving to Finland from abroad. The position is fixed term. For further information on the project and working at the GTK, please contact your future scientific supervisor Dr. 2024 at 13-14 (EEST), or the project coordinator Dr. We consciously advance the diversity and equality of our staff, so we encourage many kinds of people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions. Our internationalising work community is one example of our diversity. 91% of us are Finnish and 9% are non-Finnish.
Please send your application with your motivation letter and CV in English through the valtiolle.


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