Research Scientist/Senior Scientist (Geoenergy Research) - Geologian tutkimuskeskus - Helsinki, Finland

The Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) is looking for a Research Scientist or Senior Scientist for geoenergy research for the Energy and Construction Solutions unit. Your office is Kokkola, Espoo, Kuopio or Rovaniemi. Geoenergy research equipment is situated in Kokkola and Espoo. You can also work remotely partially in Finland. Your responsibilities relate to domestic and international research and development activities in geoenergy, as well as client assignments. You will design and carry out surveys, measurements, and modelling to assess the production potential of geothermal energy and bedrock gases, as well as data processing and method development. Your role will also include project management tasks, planning research and projects, conducting client negotiations, preparing budgets and proposals, and high-quality reporting of results. As part of our RDI projects, you will also produce scientific peer-reviewed publications and present research results to stakeholders both in Finland and internationally. You will design and deliver training in geoenergy as part of our collaboration projects. Depending on your expertise and professional development, the role may also include applying for domestic and international research funding and working in international projects, both remotely from Finland and through occasional business travel abroad. Depending on the selected candidate’s education and experience, the title and responsibilities may correspond to the level of Research Scientist or Senior Scientist. You will be working in the Energy and Construction Solutions unit, which consists of around 45 experts specialising in areas such as final disposal of nuclear waste, site selection, geothermal energy, gas potential of the bedrock and research methods (particularly hydrogen), as well as engineering geology. The geoenergy group you will be joining currently includes 10 specialists. Education, experience and skills expected of the applicant A relevant Master’s degree in geosciences or another applicable field. A doctoral degree in geosciences or a relevant field is expected for the Senior Scientist position. Strong practical experience in geoenergy projects or research In-depth understanding of thermogeological processes in geothermal energy production at different depths and across various production methods Ability to apply your geoenergy expertise in a geological environment similar to Finland Experience in project planning and management Experience in planning client assignments and/or applying for research funding. For the Senior Scientist position, experience in applying for research funding is expected. At the Senior Scientist level, we additionally expect relevant scientific peer-reviewed publications from the past five years. Willingness to travel as needed for fieldwork and project meetings, both domestically and internationally, approximately 4 weeks to 3 months per year Fluent written and spoken English skills Education, experience and skills that are appreciated from the applicant Scientific publications on topics relevant to the research area Experience in applying and developing geoenergy measurement methods and tools Experience in applying optical fiber methods in natural sciences Skills in artificial intelligence and programming, particularly in Python Proficiency in Finnish Personal qualities desired from the applicant You have the ability and willingness to take responsibility for challenging tasks and to develop yourself into an international expert in geoenergy. You are able to drive things forward efficiently in a dynamic and multifaceted working environment. You enjoy teamwork and are motivated to develop work collaboratively within networks. What we offer 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. At GTK we are committed to renew our operations and expertise. We take care of our employees’ wellbeing with our wide range of activities that support wellbeing at work. In addition, we offer central government holiday benefits and a modern and multi-location work, such as flexible working hours. Find out more about us: www.gtk.fi/en/careers-at-gtk/