Environmental, Earth & Geosciences (Science & Technology)
Full time
Salary: $122,670 – $159,950 per year + KiwiSaver
GNS Science is Aotearoa New Zealand's leading authority on earth science, energy, and natural hazards and risk research. We generate scientific knowledge and innovation that enables people to thrive on a changing and challenging planet. Our geoscience and materials science expertise unlocks better economic, environmental, and social outcomes for local and global partners, customers, and communities.
We enable science-backed decision making about the things that matter most, including protecting people and economies from destructive natural hazard events, harnessing natural resources for a sustainable energy future, and keeping property and infrastructure safe and resilient in the face of geohazard events.
The Role
We are seeking a Senior Groundwater Modeller, with expertise in numerical modelling techniques, to undertake a range of research and consultancy projects relating to groundwater flow, contaminant transport, and impacts of climate change. The appointment will be based at one of the following locations: Lower Hutt, Wellington; Wairakei, Taupo; Dunedin; Auckland.
Qualifications:
A PhD in numerical groundwater modelling or related topic or at least 7 years' experience in groundwater modelling research and/or related consulting roles.
Experience using advanced numerical modelling approaches to solve various freshwater problems.
Advanced knowledge of hydrogeological and groundwater modelling concepts.
Demonstrated ability to:
Develop groundwater flow models (including integrated surface water and groundwater models) and coupled nutrient transport models.
Develop code for linking models and pre-processing input data sets and post-processing model outputs.
Build mathematical models.
Undertake model parameter and predictive uncertainty analysis, using parameter estimation software like PEST and/or PEST++.
Proven experience in leading projects and writing successful research and commercial proposals.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with a strong track record of technical report writing and/or publishing in scientific literature.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Flexible and adaptable team player.
Good time management and organisational skills.
Preferred Experience:
Led the design, execution, and dissemination of numerical groundwater modelling research or consultancy projects.
GIS, coding, especially Python coding.
Experience in marketing and business development related to groundwater modelling.
Experience working with Iwi/Maori groups and organisations to build relationships for facilitating Maori development.
The successful candidate will need to work independently, apply initiative, take instruction from various staff, and possess high levels of energy and drive to thrive in a changing and evolving organisation.
GNS Science fosters a positive, collaborative culture, invests in its people, and provides a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace, on-site parking, and a stable workforce.
This is a permanent, full-time (38 hours per week) role based at one of GNS's offices in Wellington, Taupo, Dunedin, or Auckland.
Salary Range: $122,670 to $159,950 (NZD) depending on experience.
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Applications close: 11.55 pm on Friday, 15 November 2024 (NZST)
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