About Position/Job
BRGM (Bureau de Recherches Géologiques et Minières), France’s leading public institution for Earth Science applications, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Image Processing for Coastal Risks. Based at BRGM’s Pessac site, the successful candidate will join the R3C unit of the Risk Management Department, contributing to innovative research on coastline monitoring. The project focuses on analysing images collected by citizens using the CoastSnap platform to develop and implement advanced machine learning algorithms for geomorphological monitoring. This interdisciplinary role involves collaboration with the Aquitaine Center for Information Technology and Electronics (CATIE) and offers opportunities to draft scientific reports, publications, and present findings at conferences. The position is full-time, temporary, and offers a stimulating research environment aligned with BRGM’s mission to address environmental challenges through applied geoscience.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Researcher – Image Processing for Coastal Risks
- Institution: BRGM (Bureau de Recherches Géologiques et Minières)
- Department: Risk Management Department (DRIS/R3C)
- Research Field: Geosciences » Geology
- Location: Pessac, France
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Temporary Postdoctoral
- Start Date (Anticipated): November 2025
- Working Hours: 35 hours per week
- Salary Range: Not specified
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Image Processing in Geosciences
- Coastal Risk Monitoring
- Machine Learning Applied to Environmental Images
- Geomorphological Analysis
- Remote Sensing
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Image Processing or Remote Sensing applied to Earth Sciences
- Strong programming skills in Python and/or Matlab
- Experience in image segmentation, ideally in an environmental context
- Excellent command of English and French
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with machine learning algorithms for image analysis
- Ability to work autonomously in a multidisciplinary research team
- Experience with geomorphological monitoring or coastline studies
Key Responsibilities
- Familiarise with the existing CoastSnap image processing chain and database
- Propose, test, and adapt new algorithms for image analysis of coastal sites
- Integrate algorithms into the existing processing chain to enhance automation
- Improve image alignment algorithms and evaluate their quality
- Contribute to scientific reporting, articles, and conference presentations
- Collaborate with CATIE and other multidisciplinary team members
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit your application via BRGM’s recruitment platform.
Required Documents:
- Up-to-date CV
- Cover Letter
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 18 September 2025
- Deadline: 15 October 2025 – 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)
- Interview Date: To be communicated to shortlisted candidates
Useful Links
- Institution Website: BRGM
- Official Notification Link: Click here
- Apply now: Apply Here
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