Scientist: Geochemical Modelling and Thermodynamic Databases 920 views

The Laboratory for Waste Management in the Transport Mechanisms Group at Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is looking for a Scientist in Geochemical Modelling and Thermodynamic Databases. This is a Tenure Track position. The employment contract will initially be limited to three years.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct research in the area of environmental sciences and geotechnical engineering using geochemical modelling approach
• Co-development of the GEMS/PSI geochemical modelling project, including the maintenance of existing modules and development of new advanced functionalities
• Code benchmarking and verification
• Implementation and validation of thermodynamic concepts for solid solutions, sorption models and advanced activity models
• Maintenance and development of thermodynamic databases
• Critical evaluation of thermodynamic data and development of self-consistent databases for geochemical modelling
• Participation in projects relevant to long-term evolution of waste repositories for radioactive waste
• Acquisition of project funding

Requirements:

• Applications are open for a team player able to work independently with strong experience in geochemical modelling and thermodynamic databases, as well as programming skills.
• Candidate is expected to have profound experience in critical evaluation of thermodynamic data, development of self-consistent thermodynamic databases, solid solutions and activity models.
• Candidate should have broad understanding of geochemical processes and mineral fluid interaction phenomena.
• Candidate must hold a University/PhD degree in Natural Sciences, Geochemistry or Geology.
• Applicant must possess very good command of English is required and knowledge of German will be beneficial.

Applications:

Submit application online by including list of publications and addresses of referees for the position as a Scientist (index no. 4403-01).