Education, experience and skills expected of an applicant

• PhD in hydrogeology, environmental chemistry, or related fields. We
expect you to have completed your doctorate no more than five years
ago (up to 7 years for special reasons).
• Demonstrated research experience in one or more of these fields:
contaminant hydrogeology, numerical modelling or PFAS research
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and with
external partners
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Demonstrated track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Fluency in written and spoken English (equivalent CEFR C1)
• Ability to travel domestically to field sites (3 weeks/year)
• Ability to travel abroad for research visits and conferences (less than
one month per year)
• Valid driving license B or ability to get it in a short time.

Education, experience and skills that are appreciated

• Proficiency in field techniques to investigate surface water and
groundwater interactions
• Experience in groundwater dating tracers
• Knowledge of PFAS chemistry and ability to handle large PFAS datasets
• An independent, active and meticulous approach to conducting
research
• A strong interest in interdisciplinary and international research work.

Personal qualities desired from the applicant

• You are able to communicate and interact with a diverse range of
stakeholders
• You have the capacity to familiarize yourself quickly with new topics
• You are able to solve technical issues at field sites
• You are proactive, collaborative, and have the ability to work
independently as well as in a team
• You are creative and able to bring your own ideas to the project team.

For further information, please contact your scientific supervisor, senior scientist Marie-Amélie Pétré marie-amelie.petre@gtk.fi, tel. +358 50 348 6382 reachable on Monday to Friday between 11 - 13 (EET). In employment matters, please contact your future supervisor, team manager Nina Hendriksson nina.hendriksson@gtk.fi , tel. +358 29 503 205 reachable from 17.1.2025 on Fridays from 13 - 14 (EET).

Primarily, we request applicants to submit their applications electronically via the Valtiolle.fi service. However, you can also apply for this job by delivering your application to the Registry Office’s postal address. Both the application and the envelope must feature the ID number of the position applied for. The letter must be delivered by the end of the application period.

At GTK, we aim to work for the Earth and for Us. We conduct objective research to find solutions to challenges posed by climate change, the energy transition, and the circular economy. Our 400 experts are specialists in the mineral economy, green energy, water management, the environment, and digital solutions. Together with our Finnish and global partners, we are building
sustainable and carbon-neutral future. GTK is a research organization governed by the Finnish Ministry of Employment and the Economy. www.gtk.fi/en/

Location
Espoo

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