Doctorant : “Experimental Geomechanics for Induced Seismicity and Control”

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential research institution in the Paris-Saclay area. As a doctoral researcher, you will play a central role in designing and constructing innovative experimental apparatus to reproduce and control induced seismicity in a laboratory setting. Your work is part of an ERC-funded project focused on preventing human-induced earthquakes related to subsurface fluid injection for renewable energy and storage applications.

You will own the full development chain:

• Conceptualize and design advanced geomechanical laboratory prototypes
• Integrate mechanical design, materials engineering, sensor implementation, and controller systems
• Assemble and rigorously test experimental setups
• Conduct data analysis and numerical modeling to validate experimental findings
• Author scientific papers in close collaboration with the principal investigator and research team
• Contribute to quality assurance procedures and sustainability initiatives within the research group

What We're Looking For

We need a highly motivated candidate with strong scientific foundations and research potential:

• Master's degree or equivalent in geotechnical engineering, geophysics, geomechanics, or a closely related experimental science
• Demonstrated experience in experimental testing and apparatus design (laboratory environment preferred)
• Interest and aptitude in numerical modeling, mechanical design, and electronics
• Proficiency in Python programming
• Familiarity with industrial design software
• Solid grounding in physics, mathematics, and mechanics
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Team-oriented mindset with hands-on laboratory experience
• Fluent English (spoken and written) is mandatory
• Ability to provide contact details for two academic references

How We Work with You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our talent team will conduct an initial screening to ensure alignment with the role requirements and research objectives. Qualified applicants will then be submitted to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the institution directly—all communication flows through our recruitment process to ensure fairness and confidentiality.

This is a three-year fixed-term doctoral contract based in Palaiseau, Île-de-France, with access to extensive benefits including subsidized transit (75% employer contribution), sustainable mobility allowance (up to €300/year), on-site dining options, potential for remote work after initial period, staff gym, and partial employer contribution to health insurance (50%).

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process and align with standard doctoral funding rates in France for publicly funded research positions.

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