Isotope Hydrologist(P3)

Isotope Hydrologist(P3) - (2023/0772 (005922))

Organization: NAPC-Isotope Hydrology Section

Primary Location: Austria-Vienna-Vienna-IAEA Headquarters

Job Posting: 2023-11-17, 7:29:59 AM

Closing Date: 2023-12-15, 4:59:00 PM

Duration in Months: 36

Contract Type: Fixed Term - Regular

Probation Period: 1 Year

Full Competitive Recruitment: Yes

Organizational Setting

The Department of Nuclear Sciences and Applications implements the IAEA's Major Programme 2, "Nuclear Techniques for Development and Environmental Protection". This Major Programme comprises individual programmes on food and agriculture, human health, water resources, environment and radiation technologies. These programmes are supported by laboratories in Seibersdorf, Monaco and Vienna. The Major Programme's objective is to enhance the capacity of Member States to meet basic human needs and to assess and manage the marine and terrestrial environments through the use of nuclear and isotopic techniques in sustainable development programmes.

The Isotope Hydrology Section is responsible for planning and implementing the IAEA’s water resources programme. The programme assists Member States in the sustainable management of all aspects of their water resources, but with a particular focus on isotope hydrology. Major activities include internationally coordinated research, global isotope monitoring, capacity building, and technical assistance to Member States to help them with the assessment, development and use of water resources. The Section also operates a well-equipped laboratory for the analysis of stable and radioactive isotopes. The laboratory trains counterparts in using analytical techniques for high-quality measurements of isotopes in water samples.

Main Purpose

Role

Functions / Key Results Expected
- Conduct synthesis, evaluation, and geospatial analysis of isotope distributions in precipitation, surface water and groundwater to develop new or improved methods for understanding climate and hydrological systems.
- Provide technical advice and service to IAEA Member States in the design, appraisal and implementation of projects aimed at nuclear techniques in water resources management.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of programmes in the field of water resources management practices, conduct analytical studies, participate in task forces, and provide technical input to the policy and standards development of regional and international bodies.
- Evaluate technical cooperation projects, develop action plans and plan, organize and participate in seminars, workshops, expert missions and training courses.
- Contribute to administrative reports and documents to be provided to senior management and governing bodies.

Competencies and Expertise

**Core Competencies**(Competency Framework)

**Name**

**Definition**
- Planning and Organizing- Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans.- Communication- Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions.- Achieving Results- Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned.- Teamwork- Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.**Functional Competencies**

**Name**

**Definition**
- Analytical thinking- Analyses information to identify cause and effect relationships and correlations. Identifies critical elements and assesses consequences of different courses of action and proposes solutions.- Judgement/decision making- Consults with supervisor/manager and takes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. Makes decisions reflecting best practice and professional theories and standards.- Knowledge sharing and learning- Actively seeks learning opportunities and actively shares knowledge and information with others; shares specialized knowledge, skills and learning from experience across different situations and contexts effectively.**Required Expertise**

**Function**

**Name**

**Expertise Description**
- Hydrology- Ground Water Hydrology- Expertise in the use of environmental isotopes to assess hydrogeological systems.**Asset Expertise**

**Function**

**Name**

**Expertise Description**
- Hydrology- Isotope Hydrology-
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
- An Advanced degree in Hydrogeology or geochemistry, or related geosciences. PhD would be an asset.
- Substantial experience in conceiving, formulating and successfully implementing field or laboratory research projects, including proficiency in the use of geospatial and hydrological models.
- Broad experience and knowledge of the principles