Engineer in Experimental Techniques (M/F)

Skills :

Knowledge :

• In-depth knowledge of signal processing applied to seismology
• Strong proficiency in Python, particularly with the ObsPy library, and Unix/Linux environments (bash scripting)
• Experience with Linux and Bash scripting is a plus.
• In-depth understanding of data analysis methods in seismology
• Familiarity with SeisComP software would be a strong advantage.
• General knowledge of database management
• Understanding of seismic data acquisition techniques
• General background in Earth Sciences

• Ability to write technical reports and documentation
• Proficiency with domain-specific software
• Ability to apply health and safety regulations
• English language – Level C1 : fluent spoken and written communication (per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

Soft Skills :

• Decision-making ability
• Ability to share knowledge
• Critical thinking
• Organizational skills (task and time management, planning)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
• Autonomy

Desired Experience : Previous experience in a relevant application domain would be appreciated.

Work context

The National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS), a multidisciplinary public research organization under the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, is one of the largest research institutions in the world. To tackle the major present and future challenges, its scientists explore life, matter, the Universe, and the functioning of human societies. Internationally recognized for the excellence of its scientific work, CNRS is a benchmark both in the research and development community and for the general public.
Unit and Team Description :
The fixed-term Experimental Engineer (IE CDD) will be attached to the Institut des Sciences de la Terre (ISTerre) (https://www.isterre.fr/), a member laboratory of the Observatory of the Sciences of the Universe of Grenoble (OSUG) (https://www.osug.fr/) located on the Saint Martin d’Hères campus. ISTerre is a Mixed Research Unit (UMR) governed by six institutions (UGA, CNRS, IRD, Grenoble-INP, USMB, Université Gustave Eiffel). The laboratory’s scientific objective is the physical and chemical study of planet Earth, focusing in particular on the couplings between observations of natural objects, experiments, and modeling of associated complex processes. The laboratory employs about 300 people and includes many experts in seismology and space geodesy, recognized nationally and across Europe.
The Experimental Engineer will join the Geophysical Instrumentation Service (SIG) of ISTerre, composed of 15 engineers and technicians. The service’s mission is to provide technical support and expertise to ISTerre’s research projects related to instrumentation, to national observation services and resources of INSU for which ISTerre holds local or national responsibility (ANO-2/RLBP/RAP, ANO-3/RENAG, ANO-5/OMIV, SisMob), and to manage the G-Proge platform (geophysical instruments for teaching and research). The engineer will report hierarchically to the research engineer responsible for SIG and will collaborate with technical staff involved in seismic monitoring at ISTerre (2 people) and with the scientific leaders of various related projects (4 people).
This position may also occasionally involve fieldwork activities, such as maintenance of seismic stations in the Alps.