Researcher - Experimental and Modelling Approach to Radiological Environmental Impact
Headline
Do you want to contribute, through experiments and modelling, to understanding the impact of radioactivity on people and the environment?
Highlights
- combine laboratory experiments and modelling of radionuclides and environmental impact
- translate data into models for impact studies and remediation projects
- work on societally relevant projects and scientific publications
- Master’s or PhD in biological, environmental or related sciences
Job description
The Biosphere Impact Studies (BIS) research unit at SCK CEN in Mol is looking for a researcher who combines experimental work and modelling to evaluate the dispersion, exposure, and effects of radiological contamination on humans and the environment.
Within the multidisciplinary BIS team, you work at the interface of laboratory experimentation and modelling. You develop and perform experiments (with a focus on plants and ecosystems), analyse results, and translate them into conceptual and mathematical models used in radiological impact studies, environmental risk assessments, and site remediation projects.
You contribute to both fundamental and applied research and turn insights into practical tools and evidence-based recommendations for projects, policymakers, and international collaborations. In addition, you support impact studies and remediation projects through scientific analyses.
You communicate results clearly, contribute to scientific publications, and present your work at national and international forums, in close collaboration with expert colleagues.
Your role
- design and perform laboratory experiments on the behaviour, exposure, and effects of radionuclides and ionising radiation (focus on plants)
- analyse complex datasets and translate them into applicable mathematical models and tools
- actively contribute to radiological impact and site remediation projects
- analyse, interpret, and report research results clearly
- collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and present findings at international forums
Job requirements
- Master’s or PhD in biological, biophysical, bioengineering, environmental or related sciences
- strong experimental and methodological laboratory skills with high safety and quality standards
- strong analytical skills and environmental knowledge
- experience with modelling and translating
- experimental results into conceptual and mathematical applications
- experience in applied research projects, particularly in radiological impact and site remediation
- excellent oral and written communication skills (reports, risk assessments, scientific publications)