The team Hydroinformatics within KWR works at the intersection of information technology and application on methods and tools that help to make the water sector more efficient, sustainable and resilient. Given the growing activities within the team and KWR on large-scale research and innovation programs, there is a need for a hydro informatics researcher who contributes to our projects with content and enthusiasm.
Your profile
We are looking for a junior researcher hydro informatics with a strong affinity for sustainability and water and the social importance associated with this.
A professional who wants to work on the dynamic boundary between research and practice on various research projects in the field of hydro informatics, e.g. modeling with machine learning applied to different water systems, developing Digital Twin components, using data science techniques to analyze measurement data, extensively mapping complex, underlying processes, and developing tools/solutions that translate research into implementation. But also someone who can contribute to software development and can collaborate with both researchers (with diverse backgrounds) and software engineers.
Are you naturally curious and are you intrinsically drive to contribute to a sustainable society? Do you like to get things done and do you want to continue to develop yourself? Then we would like to meet you!
Requirements
- You have completed an academic education that is relevant to this position;
- You are excellent at working independently, autonomously and in a team;
- You are analytically strong and have a well-developed and application-oriented thinking ability;
- You have experience with digital twins, modeling, artificial intelligence (Scikit-learn, Keras, TensorFlow, Pytorch) and programming (experience with python/R is required, C++, Matlab or another language is added value). Experience with bioinformatics or familiarity with (waste)water purification technologies is a plus;
- You have an excellent command of the Dutch and English language, both spoken and written;
- You know how to plan and organize your work well;
- You have strong communication skills.
The team
The mission of the team Hydroinformatics is to help the water sector deal with complex water issues by using digital technologies and solutions. The 12 professionals in the team have a very diverse background and experience, and support the water sector with horizon scanning, identifying and (further) developing groundbreaking digital science and technology, and supporting the implementation of these smart water solutions. Our areas of work are focused on research, data management and software development. With data, we work towards the best decision-making via models.
About KWR
Safe and clean drinking water is a great asset. KWR is an internationally renowned research institute in the field of water quality, water technology, water systems, sustainability and transitions. ‘Bridging science to practice’ is our mission. From our almost completely sustainable building with specialized research laboratories, our approximately 200 employees work from two knowledge groups on innovative projects in the Netherlands and increasingly in and outside Europe. The ten Dutch drinking water companies and the Belgian ‘De Watergroep’ are our shareholders.
Our researchers work at the intersection of science, business and society. Their strength lies in translating scientific knowledge into applicable practical solutions for end users in the Dutch and international water sector. To support our research, KWR has specialized laboratories, a test hall and pilot installations are built in-house. In addition, company specific software is developed for use within projects.
Our offer
We attach great importance to personal growth and career development and offer various opportunities for this, such as courses and skills training. A good work/life balance is our top priority. KWR has excellent primary and secondary employment conditions and is affiliated with the collective labor agreement for Water Companies WWb (Flexible Employment Conditions budget, ABP pension). In addition, working from home is partly possible.
KWR employees carry out their practical work in a sustainable building, designed for cooperation and knowledge sharing between colleagues, teams and partners. With this position and our profile, KWR offers a special working environment.
Do you want to advance water science and work with us on a sustainable society? Please send your motivation letter and CV by email to vacancy@kwrwater.nl stating vacancy number 153888.
More information
For more information about this position, please contact Ina Vertommen (team leader Hydroinformatics) by phone 030-6069739 or by email ina.vertommen@kwrwater.nl.
For more information about the application procedure, please contact José van Lieshout (Advisor Human Resources) by phone 030-6069536 or by email jose.van.lieshout@kwrwater.nl.
Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.
