Publication date: 9 July 2024

Deadline: 1 August 2024

The Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research (IDAEA-CSIC) is looking for a PhD student to develop machine learning algorithms applied to deep geothermal energy in the context of the project GeotermIA (MMT24-IDAEA-01, Programa Momentum).

The selected person will work on the development of neural network algorithms applied to geothermal applications. Specifically, you will develop a database of geothermal data to train the AI models and adapt machine learning algorithms to the necessities of geothermal energy production.

What we are looking for

  • Qualifications:
    Degree in physics, mathematics, civil engineering, engineering sciences, or a related discipline.
  • Professional experience:
    Previous experience in programming is a plus
  • Competences:
    Professional-working proficiency level in English.
    Interest in collaborative multi-disciplinary research.
    Skills in programming and scientific software are a plus.

Working conditions

  • Contract duration: 4 years (48 months)
  • Estimated annual gross salary: the successful candidate will receive salary in accordance with the CSIC level “Titulado Superior FCI” (around 39,000€/year). The exact salary will be confirmed upon appointment.
  • Target start date: 1st December 2024

How to apply?

Those interested may email their CV and motivation letter to Juan J. Hidalgo at juanj.hidalgo@idaea.csic.es and Silvia De Simone at silvia.desimone@idaea.csic.es adding “Predoc-GeotermIA” to the email subject.

Deadline: 1st August 2024