Predoctoral Research Position for the development of an environmental flows decision support system based on large-sample hydrology and machine learning techniques (IberianCAMELS project))

CSIC, Spain

Updated: about 1 month ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 06 Jan 2026

22 Dec 2025
Job Information
Organisation/Company

CSIC
Department

Desertification Research Centre (CIDE)
Research Field

Geosciences » Hydrology
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions

PhD Positions
Country

Spain
Application Deadline

6 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

37,5
Offer Starting Date

1 Mar 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number

PID2024-157399OB-I00
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

IberianCAMELS is a 3-year research project aimed at developing a decision support system (DSS) for evaluating ecological flow regime scenarios across the Iberian Peninsula. The project integrates large-sample hydrology (LSH) datasets, deep learning rainfall-runoff models, and hydrological alteration analyses, with the ultimate goal of improving the identification and management of ecological flows in highly regulated river systems of Spain and Portugal.

A key component of the project is the creation of CAMELS-IB, the first comprehensive hydrometeorological database for the entire Iberian Peninsula, including information on reservoirs, catchment attributes, and long-term hydrological series. The project investigates the performance of deep learning approaches (e.g., LSTMs) relative to conceptual hydrological models and assesses how improved natural flow simulations can support environmental flow regime (EFR) planning.

The work will be carried out in collaboration with an experienced and multidisciplinary team spanning hydrology, machine learning, ecological flows, and water resources management.The selected candidate will join the IberianCAMELS research team as a Predoctoral Researcher, contributing to the development of the CAMELS-IB dataset, hydrological modelling experiments, and the environmental flows DSS. The position will enable the candidate to pursue a PhD thesis aligned with the objectives of the project and within a doctoral programme in engineering, hydrology, environmental sciences or related fields.

The work will include data processing, programming, model implementation, statistical analysis, preparation of scientific papers, and participation in meetings, conferences and dissemination activities.


Where to apply
E-mail

javier.senent@csic.es

Requirements
Research Field
Geosciences » Hydrology
Education Level
Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Specific Requirements

Required

  • Bachelor’s and master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Forestry Engineering, Hydrology, Geosciences, Environmental Sciences, Computer Science, or related fields.
  • Strong programming skills, preferably in Python.
  • Solid knowledge of hydrology, water resources, or environmental modelling.
  • Good spoken and written communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

  • Previous experience with hydrological modelling (conceptual or physically based).
  • Familiarity with machine learning techniques, particularly LSTMs or other deep learning architectures.
  • Experience with large datasets, geospatial analysis, or database development.
  • Knowledge of ecological flows, river basin planning, or hydrological alteration assessment.
  • Experience with open-source scientific workflows (GitHub, Zenodo, etc.).

 


Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Internal Application form(s) needed
JobOffer_PredoctoralResearcher_IberianCAMELS.pdf
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Additional Information
Selection process

Interested candidates should send the following documents in a single PDF file:

  • Motivation letter describing interest in the position and relevant experience.
  • Curriculum vitae (max. 3–4 pages).
  • Academic transcripts of Bachelor’s and Master’s studies.
  • Contact details of one or two references.

    • Applications should be submitted via email with the subject “Predoctoral Position – IberianCAMELS” to: 📩javier.senent@csic.es


    Additional comments

    For informal questions about the position or the project, please contact:
    📩javier.senent@csic.es
    We encourage candidates to get in touch before submitting their application if they have any doubts about suitability or project scope.


    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    Desertification Research Centre (CIDE)
    Country
    Spain
    State/Province
    Valencia
    City
    Moncada
    Postal Code
    46113
    Street
    Carretera CV-315, Km 10,7

    Contact
    State/Province

    Valencia
    City

    Moncada
    Website

    http://www.csic.es
    Street

    Carretera CV-315, Km 10,7
    Postal Code

    46113
    E-Mail

    javier.senent@csic.es

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