The British Geological Survey (BGS)

SENIOR HYDROGEOLOGISTS

Grade: UKRI Band E/S2
Salary: £48,802 to £53,682

A great benefits package is offered, including an outstanding pension scheme (with a very generous employer contribution – on average 27% of your pay), 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to flexi-time and hybrid working.

Contract: Open ended
Hours: Full-time – 37 hours a week or part-time (some flexible working options may be available, including some remote working, in line with BGS policy)
Location: BGS headquarters in Keyworth, Nottingham or at our offices in Edinburgh, which are situated on the Heriot-Watt University campus.

Closing date: Sunday 3 November 2024

3 positions available

About our Groundwater team

BGS is recognised by its stakeholders as the authoritative national and international long-term provider of data, information and impartial advice on groundwater resources. BGS has a global reputation for impactful research into groundwater resources and particularly for its role in water security and climate-change adaptation and implications for human health and livelihoods. In the UK, BGS undertakes a wide range of field- and desk-based projects on groundwater quality, quantity and flows, working at scales from local to national to address challenges on water security and the energy transition.

We have the largest group of groundwater research scientists in the UK, with 35 hydrogeologists and environmental modellers, and have access to a research group of 450 scientists to enable an interdisciplinary assessment of groundwater-related issues.

We have opportunities for experienced professionals with hydrogeology and water-resource knowledge and experience to join us.

About the role

You will apply specialist scientific and technical skills to deliver and develop research projects for BGS. You will be working on several projects and will be required to become involved with a range of work, including:

Applying specialist hydrogeology, numerical and geoscience skills and working collaboratively to deliver and develop research projects for BGS. Leading projects and teams in hydrogeological data collection, data analysis, interpretation and reporting. Writing and delivering publications, presentations and funding applications. Building engagement and collaboration with internal and external partners and customers, including overseas. Playing an active part in the groundwater science community, publishing research and presenting at conferences. Managing projects and people.

We will support you in developing your personal skills and knowledge further, and we will provide opportunities for you to represent BGS in external networks.

About you

We are keen to hear from you if you meet the following essential requirements. We will review essential and desirable requirements at both the shortlisting and interview stage. There is room to accommodate individuals who meet the essential criteria with demonstrable strengths in one or more of the desirable criteria.

Essential requirements

A PhD with a strong element of hydrogeology or water resource science (or a hydrogeology or closely related MSc, plus significant post graduate work experience in a hydrogeology research environment. (S, I) Enthusiasm for the work of BGS and our core values of impact, impartiality, and knowledge. (S, I) Evidence of effective leadership and teamworking skills. (S, I) Good personal organisation and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. (S, I) Commitment to personal and professional development. (I) Excellent communication skills both written and verbal including report writing, publication of research and oral presentation. (S, I) Flexibility and willingness to travel in the UK and abroad for meetings and/or fieldwork. (I) You will be committed to a diverse and inclusive approach to work in the geosciences. (S, I)

Desirable requirements

Experience of specialist hydrogeological analysis techniques, such as aquifer tests, environmental tracers or hydrogeochemistry. (S, I) Experience of managing people and/or projects. (S, I) Experience of preparing tenders and winning bids. (S, I) A strong scientific research profile. (S, I) Expert knowledge and experience of UK hydrogeology or of specific hydrogeological processes relevant to UK aquifers. (S, I)

About us

The British Geological Survey (BGS) is an applied geoscience research centre that belongs to UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and is affiliated to the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). It is a world leading geological survey whose core mission is to advise government of science related to the subsurface and to undertake applied research to solve earth and environmental issues, both in the UK and globally. It is funded directly by UKRI, as well as through research grants and private sector contracts.

We strive to promote equality and diversity across our organisation to continuously improve our scientific and organisational efficiency. As such, we aim to have a workforce with employees from all backgrounds with people who are passionate about earth science and who share our dedication to work for the good of the environment and the benefit of society. BGS became a signatory of the Technician Commitment in July 2022.

How to apply

Applicants are required to include a CV and a covering letter outlining their suitability for this role. We stress the importance of this paperwork in our selection process.

A well thought through application providing evidence and examples of how you meet the advertised essential and desirable criteria for the post will be considered far more favourably than a generic covering letter and CV.

If you experience any issues (e.g. with IT) while applying for this role, please contact .

The closing date for receipt of applications isSunday 3 November 2024. Interviews are expected to be the week commencing 18 November 2024 in Keyworth, Nottingham.

About The British Geological Survey (BGS)The British Geological Survey (BGS) is an applied geoscience research centre that is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and affiliated to the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). It is a world leading geological survey that provides a core science mission to inform government of science related to the subsurface and its interfaces and also undertakes applied research for solutions to earth and environmental processes, both in the UK and globally. It is funded directly by UKRI as well as through research grants and via private sector contracts. BGS has an annual budget of approximately £60 million and employs 650 people. It has two main sites, a head office in Keyworth near Nottingham and the Lyell Centre, which is a joint collaboration with Heriot Watt University in Edinburgh. BGS works with more than 150 private sector organisations as well as having close links with 40 universities and sponsors approximately 100 PhD students each year.How to ApplyOnline applications only preferred for this role. Please submit your CV and a covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for BGS and the role you’re applying for. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit your application without a covering letter may result in your application not being considered. You will only be assessed on the content of your CV and covering letter and not the ‘experience’ section of the application.About UKRIUKRI launched in April 2018, UKRI is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). Our organisation brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England, which is responsible for supporting research and knowledge exchange at higher education institutions in England, and the UK’s innovation agency, Innovate UK to create an independent organisation with a strong voice for research and innovation, and a vision to ensure the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. More information can be found at www.ukri.org. Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit Benefits of working at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.How we support EDI in the workforce At UKRI we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to flourish and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit ‘How we support EDI in the workforce’Disability Confident Employer As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Additional Information Organisation: Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) - British Geological Survey Contract Type: Open Ended External Closing Date: Nov 3, 2024 Minimum Salary: Pound Sterling (GBP) 48,802 Hours: Full-time