Jobs:Job-01223
Apply before: 5 June 2023
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Position: Research Scientist
Apply before: 5 June 2023
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We are seeking a mid-career to senior Engineering Geologist or Engineering Geomorphologist, specialising in soil mechanics, ground behaviour and stability (e.g. liquefaction), and landslide processes to undertake a range of research and consultancy projects relating to ground deformation and landslide hazards and their associated risks.
You will have: A MSc or PhD in Engineering Geology, Engineering Geomorphology, or Civil Engineering discipline (or equivalent qualification) 5-15 years’ experience in Engineering Geology, Engineering Geomorphology, or Civil Engineering research and/or consulting
Essential skills or experience in: Ability to secure funding for, design, lead, and undertake laboratory experiments to measure the strength properties of soil or soft-rock materials to research the failure mechanisms of ground materials (e.g. liquefaction) and hillslopes (e.g. landslides). Experience working in engineering geological/geomorphological research and/or consulting related to the failure mechanisms of ground materials (e.g. liquefaction) and hillslopes (e.g. landslides).
Desirable skills or experience in: Experience supervising technicians and/or other staff to undertake laboratory experiments. Ability to lead and/or contribute to small and large scale multi-disciplinary teams to deliver research focused projects. Ability to support and deliver consultancy projects on Engineering Geology, Engineering Geomorphology issues to a variety of public and commercial sector clients. Field-based skills in engineering geological and/or geomorphological mapping, sampling, and site investigation. Experience with geo-spatial, statistical, or stability modelling packages for engineering geology and/or landslide science applications A willingness to work with Iwi/Maori groups and organisations to build relationships with the aim of facilitating Maori development
In addition, the preferred candidate should have: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in report writing and leading/ co-authoring scientific journal articles A flexible and adaptable team player mentality Good time management and organisational skills Strong problem-solving skills
On top of the technical skills required, you’ll also need to work independently, apply initiative as well as take instruction from a range of staff, have high levels of energy and drive and want to work for a changing and evolving organisation.
This position is a permanent, full time (38 hours per week) role and will be based in New Zealand at our site in Lower Hutt, Wellington.
Benefits People come from all over the world to work for GNS Science. We foster a positive, collaborative culture, we invest in our people, and we provide a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace, on-site parking and a stable workforce.
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View the full position description for this role here - https://www.gns.cri.nz/careers/. Please contact careers@gns.cri.nz with any questions or queries.
