The British Geological Survey (BGS), founded in 1835 is part of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), and is the world's longest-established national geological survey and the UK's premier centre for earth science information and expertise. A vacancy has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Deep Subsurface Geoscientist at our headquarters in Keyworth, Nottingham.

You will form part of a team of staff who work in the Energy Science Programme and contribute to high-profile scientific research, commercial and co-funded projects in the areas of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and Geothermal Energy. These activities will involve modeling of the deep geology from seismic and well log interpretation on a workstation. In addition you will also be required to develop a principal scientific investigator role in one or more areas of CCS, Shale gas, Geothermal Energy or Geophysics, and build a scientific profile through the publication of research.

You should be qualified to 2i or above with a PhD in geoscience, geology or geophysics. The PhD should have a focus on the deep sub-surface, you should also have a very good knowledge and understanding of deep sub-surface imaging and modelling techniques used in basin analysis e.g. seismic and well data. In addition you should have excellent oral and written communication skills. As the post involves team working, you will be able to work effectively with others, and have good time management skills.

Starting salary will be between £26,450 per annum and £29,710 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. Working hours will be 37 per week excluding lunch breaks. A generous benefits package is also offered, including a company pension scheme, childcare voucher scheme, 30 days annual leave plus 10.5 days public and privilege holidays.

Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at http://www.topcareer.jobs/ and submit your up-to-date C.V. and covering letter, which clearly outlines why you are applying for this post and how you meet the criteria described in this advertisement. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003, Please quote reference number IRC85229.

Closing date for receipt of application forms is 19^th April 2013.

The Natural Environment Research Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. People with disabilities and those from ethnic minorities are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome. The British Geological Survey is an Investors in People organisation. There is a guaranteed Interview Scheme for suitable candidates with disabilities.