Senior Geophysicist - Midland, Texas
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Location | Midland, United States |
Date Posted | September 25, 2017 |
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Geophysicist
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Job Type |
Permanent
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Description

Title
Senior Geophysicist
Location
Midland, TX
Job Summary
Responsibilities:
- Work as a member of multidisciplinary team(s) to integrate geophysical data (3D and 2D subsurface seismic, microseismic, borehole seismic) with petrophysical, reservoir engineering, and subsurface geological data
- Mentor less-experienced geoscientists on best practices for utilizing seismic in unconventional resource development
- Apply seismic attribute analysis and quantitative interpretation to unconventional plays
- Create subsurface maps and models to aid in well planning and pad development
- Recommend and oversee new seismic acquisition and reprocessing
- Generate integrated geophysical documentation and communicate results to Concho Leadership
Education/Experience Required
- Master’s degree in geology or geophysics
- Minimum of 8 years of geology/geophysical experience in the upstream oil and gas industry
- Must be able to work in the United States indefinitely
Education/Experience Preferred
- Prior experience with GeoGraphix SeisVision or Petrel
- Minimum of three years experience in horizontal development of unconventional oil/gas plays
- Demonstrated experience in seismic forward modeling, pre-stack seismic inversion, pre-stack depth migration, and velocity modeling
Desired Skills/Attributes
- Demonstration of strong interpersonal skills supporting ability to work with multiple individuals and concurrent project requirements/deadlines
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
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